Thrustmaster T500 RS Simulator Racing Wheel - Down in Price!

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Hi

We have the T500 RS "Simulator grade" racing wheel from Thrustmaster available now for only £349.99inc.

You may think £349.99 is expensive for a racing wheel, but the quality, realism and magnetic steering technology make this the best of the best!


Thrustmaster T500 RS Simulator Racing Wheel for PS3 & PC (Licensed for Gran Turismo 5) @ £349.99 inc VAT

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H.E.A.R.T. HALLEFFECT ACCURATE TECHNOLOGY™” is the name of the new technology developed by Thrustmaster to reproduce movements made on a product in games. It relies on magnetic – and not mechanical – 3D (HallEffect) sensors, placed in different locations according to the product in question. The precision made possible by the use of this technology is significantly higher than that provided by standard technologies. Another advantage of this system: by eliminating all friction, it guarantees zero mechanical wear, for permanent precision that won’t decrease over time. The level of precision is also enhanced by the absence of any dead zones: even the slightest movement made by the player results in a reaction. Actions in games are therefore more linear, smoother and without any untimely jolts.

- Authentic wheel: 30cm (12”) in diameter with brushed metal central spokes
- Authentic sequential gearshift levers: crafted of brushed metal, attached to the base (so they don’t move with the wheel)
- 17cm in height (for instant access along 1080°)
- Precision, Force Feedback & realistic angle of rotation
- New H.E.A.R.T Hall Effect AccuRate Technology™ on the wheel’s steering:
- Ultra-precise wheel, with 16-bit resolution (65536 values on the steering)!
- Precision that won’t decrease over time (contactless magnetic sensor)
- Force Feedback with industrial motor (Torque 150mNm, 3000rpm, 65W, Ø 52mm/2”)
- Super-powerful, quick responding Force Feedback mechanism
- Rigid motorized stopper, no matter what angle of rotation you select
- Mechanism with large dual belts (fluid and smooth action)
- Angle of rotation adjustable up to 1080° (3 full turns)!
- Realistic pedal set
- Unique design with your choice of 2 positions:
- Floor-mounted position (F1-style)
- Suspended position (GT-style)
- 100% metal, for optimal stability, weight (more than 7 kgs) and resistance
- 3 100% adjustable pedals (spacing between the pedals/height)
- Brake pedal with reinforced and adjustable resistance (included and removable “Realistic Brake” mod)
- Included metal footrest with non-slip grating texture

Was £379.99 Inc. VAT

Only £349.99 inc VAT.

ORDER NOW
 
not a good choice for F1 as the shifters on the wheel do not rotate with it, and you need that for f1, unless you are gonna play with auto gears.

Well all of your braking and gear shifting should be done in a straight line before the corner, so it wouldn't be a massive handicap.

But I know it would take some getting used to. I drove a Lamborghini Gallardo recently and the shift paddles (not actual paddles, more like indicator stalks but higher and further away)didn't move with the steering wheel and it was quite awkward at first.

After watching a review of it on Inside SimRacing I am very tempted, but even if I sold my G27 I would still have to find another £180.


From about 3 minutes onwards.

It also answers the question I asked about PC drivers.
 
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