At FXGT, lot limits and maximums vary depending on the account type, so this article will explain how to calculate them and what to be careful of. Therefore, you will need to be aware of the lot when you first open an account. There are account types for each purpose, from small transactions to large transactions, so be sure to choose the one that suits you.
- FXGT Basic Information
- What is a Lot in FXGT?
- How to Calculate a Lot on FXGT
- FXGT Lot Sizes by Account Type
- FXGT Lot Trading Considerations
- About FXGT’s GTLot
- Frequently Asked Questions About FXGT Lots
- Q1. What is an FXGT lot?
- Q2. What are the minimum and maximum lot sizes?
- Q3. How do you calculate 1 pip of profit/loss per lot?
- Q4. What is the relationship with leverage?
- Q5. Does the lot size differ depending on your account type?
- Q6. What is the risk associated with increasing the lot size?
- Q7. Are lot sizes the same for automated trading (EA)?
- Q8. How are cryptocurrency lot sizes determined?
- Related
FXGT Basic Information
| Operating company | GT Global Ltd. |
| Head office location | Republic of Seychelles |
| Financial services provided | FX, CFD (crude oil, gold, stock index, commodities, etc.), virtual currency trading, etc. |
| Leverage | FX currency pairs: up to 5,000x Cryptocurrency: up to 1,000x |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 4 (MT4) MetaTrader 5 (MT5) FXGT’s proprietary web |
| Account Type | Standard Account ECN/Pro Account Crypto Max |
| Bonus Promotions | New account opening Deposit bonuses and limited-time promotions |
| Financial License | Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA) Financial Services Commission of South Africa (FSCA) Vanuatu (FSC) |
| Safety and reliability | Separate management Partial compensation system and insurance enrollment |
| Stop loss and margin calls | No margin calls (negative balance requests) (zero cut) |
What is a Lot in FXGT?
In FXGT, a “lot” is a unit of measurement used to represent the trading volume (unit of trade) in FX trading. To make it easy for beginners to understand, it’s summarized as follows: 👇
Lot Basics
Lot = Unit of currency trading volume
In FX, 1 lot is defined as the standard amount of currency traded, and the amount may vary depending on the account and currency pair.
Relationship between Lot and Profit/Loss
The larger the lot size, the greater the profit/loss per 1 pip movement.
Example: Trading 10,000 units (0.1 lots) in USD/JPY
1 pip = ¥100 profit/loss
1 lot (100,000 units)
1 pip = ¥1,000 profit/loss
💡 In other words, increasing the lot size increases both profits and losses, so risk management is important.
Setting Lot Sizes in FXGT
When placing an order in MT4/MT5, you specify the “number of lots” to determine the trading volume.
You can freely set your lot size from small (0.01) to large, depending on your trading style.
Leverage
FXGT allows you to set a maximum leverage (e.g., up to 20x for BTC/JPY, up to 500x for FX currency pairs, etc.).
The required margin (the amount of capital needed to trade) is determined by multiplying the number of lots by the leverage.
You can trade large lots with a small margin, but be careful as losses can also increase.
How to Calculate a Lot on FXGT
FXGT’s lot calculation method calculates profit/loss and margin requirements based on trading volume (number of lots), currency pair, leverage, and account currency. Here’s a step-by-step, easy-to-understand explanation 👇
Basic Formula: Value of 1 Lot (by Currency Pair)
FXGT’s standard lot units are as follows:
| ロット種類 | 通貨量 |
|---|---|
| 1ロット（標準） | 100,000通貨 |
| 0.1ロット（ミニ） | 10,000通貨 |
| 0.01ロット（マイクロ） | 1,000通貨 |
Basic Lot Calculation Formula
(1) Calculating Profit/Loss per 1 pip
For USD/JPY
1 pip = 0.01 yen (usually 1 pip is measured to the second decimal point)
For 1 lot (100,000 units): P&L (yen) = Number of Lots × 100,000 × 0.01 yen
Example: For 0.1 lot (10,000 units): P&L (yen) = 0.1 × 100,000 × 0.01 = 100 yen / 1 pip
For EUR/USD (account currency: JPY): P&L (yen) = Number of Lots × 100,000 × Pips Fluctuation × Exchange Rate (converted to JPY)
(2) Calculating Required Margin
Required margin is calculated by multiplying the number of lots by the amount of currency traded and the leverage.
Example: Trading USD/JPY at 0.1 lot and 100x leverage
Required margin = 10,000 USD ÷ 100 = 100 USD
For a JPY account, 100 USD × 135 JPY (exchange rate) ≈ 13,500 JPY
(3) Example of profit/loss with multiple lots
USD/JPY 0.5 lot, 1 pip fluctuation
Profit/loss = 0.5 × 100,000 × 0.01 = 500 JPY / 1 pip
EUR/USD 1 lot (account JPY, 1 EUR = 150 JPY)
Profit/loss per 1 pip ≈ 100,000 × 0.0001 × 150 JPY ≈ 1,500 JPY / 1 pip
Key Points for Determining Lot Sizes on FXGT
Balance with Account Balance
Larger lots result in larger profits and losses, so choose a lot size appropriate for your capital.
Combining with Leverage
High leverage allows you to trade larger lots with smaller funds, but it also increases your risk of loss.
Check the pip value for each currency pair
USD/JPY: 1 pip = 0.01 yen
EUR/USD: 1 pip = 0.0001 dollars (convert to yen required)
FXGT Lot Sizes by Account Type
We’ve compiled the latest official information on lot sizes (trading volume per lot, minimum and maximum lots) for each FXGT account type.
| 口座タイプ | 1ロットの取引通貨量（FX通貨ペアの場合） |
|---|---|
| ミニ口座 | 10,000通貨 |
| スタンダード口座 | 100,000通貨 |
| PRO（プロ）口座 | 100,000通貨 |
| ECN Zero口座 | 100,000通貨 |
| Optimus口座 | 100,000通貨 |
| Crypto Max口座 | 1通貨（暗号資産専用） |
💱 Lot ranges for FX currency pairs
| 口座タイプ | 最小ロット | 最大ロット（1ポジション） | 最大保有ロット（1口座） |
|---|---|---|---|
| ミニ口座 | 0.01 | 200ロット | 500ロット |
| スタンダード口座 | 0.01 | 200ロット | 200ロット |
| PRO口座 | 0.01 | 200ロット | 200ロット |
| ECN Zero口座 | 0.01 | 200ロット | 200ロット |
| Optimus口座 | 0.01 | 200ロット | 200ロット |
| Crypto Max口座 | 銘柄により変動 | 銘柄により変動 | 銘柄により変動 |
🧠 Account Type Features and Lot Size Usage
🟡 Mini Account
For beginners and small traders
1 lot = 10,000 units, making it easy to get started with a small capital
Trading starts from 0.01 lots (equivalent to 100 units)
🟢 Standard / PRO / ECN / Optimus
1 lot = 100,000 units
Standard size for regular FX trading
Positions up to 200 lots are supported, allowing for large trades
⚡ Crypto Max Account
Dedicated cryptocurrency account
1 lot = 1 unit of currency (like BTC or ETH)
Lot sizes and limits vary by instrument
📌 Summary: FXGT Lot Basics
Mini Account: 1 lot = 10,000 units (small amounts supported)
Standard / PRO / ECN / Optimus: 1 lot = 100,000 units (regular FX trading)
Crypto Maximum: 1 lot = 1 currency (cryptocurrency)
Minimum lot: 0.01 lot
Maximum lot: 200 lots for a standard FX account (maximum 500 lots for a mini account)
FXGT Lot Trading Considerations
While lot trading on FXGT offers many convenient options, there are also many things to keep in mind. Failure to understand the relationship between leverage and account balance can lead to unexpected losses. The key points are summarized below:
Larger Lot Sizes Increase Profits and Losses
The larger the lot size, the greater the profit or loss per 1 pip movement.
Example: 0.1 lot (10,000 units) for USD/JPY → 1 pip = ¥100
1 lot (100,000 units) → 1 pip = ¥1,000
When trading large lots with small amounts of capital, losses can also increase dramatically.
Be careful when combining with leverage.
FXGT allows for high maximum leverage settings (e.g., 500x for FX currency pairs).
Large lots with high leverage can result in losses greater than your margin.
Even with the zero cutoff, there is a risk of your account funds being wiped out instantly.
Lot Limits by Account Type
Mini Account: 1 lot = 10,000 units, maximum holding of 500 lots
Standard/PRO/ECN Account: 1 lot = 100,000 units, maximum holding of 200 lots
Crypto Max Account: 1 lot = 1 unit
Orders cannot exceed the account lot limit, so it is essential to manage your account balance, lot size, and number of positions.
The value of 1 pip varies depending on the currency pair.
USD/JPY → 1 pip = 0.01 yen
EUR/USD → 1 pip = 0.0001 dollars → Yen conversion required
It is important to understand the value of pips for each currency pair, not just the lot size.
Impact of Order Type
Market Execution (Market Orders) may differ in price from the quoted price (slippage).
Pending Orders (Limit Orders/Stop Orders) may be delayed in execution, and the larger the lot size, the greater the risk of loss.
Precautions when using automated trading (EA)
When using an EA to simultaneously trade multiple lots, unintended executions and slippage may occur due to server load and connection delays.
Even when using a VPS, it is important to check the balance between the number of lots and your account balance.
About FXGT’s GTLot
A beginner-friendly explanation of FXGT’s GTLot (GT Lot) 👇
🔹 What is GTLot?
GTLot is a standardized unit (metric) for trading volume created by FXGT.
It is a unified unit for comparing trading volume across all instruments, including currency pairs, cryptocurrencies, stock indices, and CFDs. FXGT |+1
✔ 1 GTLot is defined as 100,000 USD (100,000 U.S. dollars) of trading volume.
📊 How GTLot Works
GTLot converts actual trading volume into U.S. dollars based on the number of lots traded, market price, and contract size, and quantifies it in units of 100,000 U.S. dollars.
Example (Calculation Example)
1 EUR/USD lot
→ 100,000 EUR ≒ 115,000 USD (Example) → Approximately 1.15 GTLot
1 BTC/USD lot
→ If the price is 40,000 USD → 40,000 USD → 0.4 GTLot
(This may vary depending on the actual exchange rate and price.)
This is merely an indicator of trading volume and is not a trading unit in place of a lot.
📌 When to Use GTLot
✅ 1. Understanding Overall Trading Volume
Lot count alone can make it difficult to grasp the actual trading volume, as contract sizes and prices vary for each instrument.
Using GTLot as a standard makes it easier to compare trading volumes.
✅ 2. Terms of Promotions and Campaigns
FXGT’s official campaign and bonus terms sometimes use the term GTLot, such as “Trades of XX GTLots or more.”
For example, bonuses may be awarded for trading a certain number of GTL.
✅ 3. VIP Services and Benefits
Monthly GTL trading volume requirements may be set as a condition for VIP rank or participation in special programs.
Frequently Asked Questions About FXGT Lots
We’ve compiled a Q&A format of frequently asked questions about FXGT lots from beginners and traders.
Q1. What is an FXGT lot?
A: A lot is a unit of measurement for trading volume (trading unit) in FX.
1 lot = amount of currency traded.
The amount of currency traded per lot varies depending on the account type and currency pair.
For example, 1 lot = 100,000 units for a Standard account, and 1 lot = 10,000 units for a Mini account.
Q2. What are the minimum and maximum lot sizes?
A:
Minimum lot: 0.01 lot
Maximum lot (per position): 200 lots (Mini accounts can hold up to 500 lots).
For cryptocurrency-only accounts (Crypto Max), 1 lot = 1 unit of currency and varies depending on the product.
Q3. How do you calculate 1 pip of profit/loss per lot?
A: It depends on the currency pair.
USD/JPY 1 lot (100,000 units) → 1 pip = approximately 1,000 yen
EUR/USD 1 lot (100,000 units, account JPY) → 1 pip = 100,000 × 0.0001 × exchange rate (JPY)
The larger the lot, the greater the profit or loss.
Q4. What is the relationship with leverage?
A:
Required margin = Trading currency amount ÷ Leverage
High leverage × Large lot = You can take large positions with small amounts of capital, but the risk of loss also increases.
Even though there is a zero cutoff, you should be aware of the risk of losing all your capital.
Q5. Does the lot size differ depending on your account type?
A: Yes, it does.
Mini Account: 1 lot = 10,000 units
Standard/PRO/ECN/Optimus Account: 1 lot = 100,000 units
Crypto Max Account: 1 lot = 1 unit (depending on the product)
Q6. What is the risk associated with increasing the lot size?
A:
Profits and losses increase in proportion to the lot size, so even a 1-pip movement can result in significant losses.
In particular, with highly leveraged trading, there is a risk of incurring losses greater than the account balance (zero cutoff prevents margin calls, but principal may be lost).
Q7. Are lot sizes the same for automated trading (EA)?
A:
Yes, when trading with an EA, the lot size is set in the same units as manual trading.
Operating multiple positions or large lots poses the risk of server load and slippage.
Q8. How are cryptocurrency lot sizes determined?
A:
In a Crypto Max account, 1 lot = 1 currency unit.
The trading unit and maximum lot size vary depending on the product, so please check before placing an order.
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