Wheel Base to cockpit – everything you need to go from couch to podium.
Why choose Fanatec
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Fanatec products are designed as part of a unified ecosystem, making it simple to upgrade and expand your setup over time. Compatibility varies by product, with a wide range of options to suit every budget, from a beginner sim racing setup to a full pro build.
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Start with an entry-level Base and pedal bundle. Add a load cell pedal upgrade next year. Swap in a GT wheel, then a Formula wheel. Enhance your sim racing setup as you develop as a driver.
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Direct Drive force feedback up to 25 Nm. Precision load cell and Hall sensor pedals. Realistic braking and steering forces. Endurance racing components let you perform at your best.
Platform Compatibility
The entire Fanatec product range is compatible with Windows PC. The range also includes licensed products for PlayStation and XBOX. Some product combinations allow you to connect to all three platforms.
The PC is the most open and flexible gaming platform for sim racing, and as a result, ALL Fanatec products are compatible with Windows PC. You can combine almost any current Fanatec hardware together for PC use. Check the individual product pages for more details.
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(PS4 / PS5)
The Fanatec product range includes officially licensed products for PS5 and PS4 consoles. The PlayStation security chip is located in the Wheel Base. Connecting any supported Fanatec product to the Base also makes it PlayStation-compatible.
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(XBOX One / Series X|S)
Our XBOX-licensed products are all steering wheels, with the XBOX security chip located inside the wheel itself. Connect an XBOX-licensed steering wheel to any Fanatec Wheel Base to make the entire setup compatible with XBOX Series X|S and XBOX One.
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Formula-style Fanatec products are designed for precision and speed, featuring compact steering wheels with advanced paddle shifters and a vast number of inputs. Combined with a suitable Direct Drive Base and pedal set, you can mirror the feel of a real formula race car.
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Experience the thrill of GT racing with Fanatec’s GT-focused sim racing gear, designed for endurance and realistic feedback. Our GT wheels come in a range of styles, from classic road-car Grand Touring to cutting-edge GT3 machinery.
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Enter every corner sideways! Slide your way to victory with this selection of sim racing hardware optimized for rally and drifting.
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Podium
The highest performance sim racing hardware for ultimate realism and immersion.
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The minimum components needed for a basic sim racing setup include a direct drive base, steering wheel, and pedals. If you are not ready to commit to a permanent rig, our products can be mounted using our desk clamps or a wheel stand. This flexibility allows you to quickly set up your sim racing gear and store it when playing other games.
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Race your way to the podium with a full racing sim setup including a cockpit and add-ons like an H-pattern / sequential shifter and handbrake. Experience full driving immersion with a solid foundation that provides flexibility to adjust ergonomics based on racing style and driver preference.
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The Wheel Base is the central feedback device of every racing simulator setup. The wheel, pedals, shifters, and handbrake all connect to the base, allowing for a single USB connection to your PC or console.
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Fanatec offers a range of self-contained 'complete' steering wheels, and also you can build your own modular wheel from a combination of a Hub and a Wheel Rim, and often a button module or two. Our complete Steering Wheels and Wheel Rims come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
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Enhance your sim setup by upgrading to our precision peripherals. Nothing makes you faster than a set of good pedals. The precision sensors and realism of Fanatec pedals will give you that competitive edge. H-pattern shifters and analog handbrakes deliver superior realism for many driving disciplines.
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Rock-solid mounting options. Don't underestimate the importance of a strong sim rig.
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Every product in the Fanatec catalog is flagged with the platforms it supports — and some are compatible with all three.
The Wheel Base is the central feedback device of every simulator. The wheel, pedals, shifters, and handbrake all connect to the base, allowing for a single USB connection to your PC or console.
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Formula, GT, or Rally — Fanatec's QR2 system makes swapping effortless.
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From 2-pedal entry sets to 3-pedal load cell ClubSport Pro rigs.
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Rock-solid mounting options. Don't underestimate the importance of a strong sim rig.
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PC, PlayStation and XBOX — check which products work with your platform.
Tips & Mistakes to Avoid
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The most compact solution is to clamp the Base and wheel to a desk, and rest the pedals on the floor. Ensure you have a sturdy table, and try to brace the pedals against a solid object. A dedicated cockpit is always superior, retaining the same driving position for every race.
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Fanatec products always include the cables you need. Try to route them carefully using cable management clips. Fanatec cockpits have integrated cable management solutions. Once connected, install the Fanatec App and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the firmware updates and calibration.
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Table clamp solutions ultimately depend on the stability of the table itself. Even at 8 Nm torque, using a table is a compromise. At 15 Nm and higher, it is essential to use a dedicated sim rig to get the most out of the Base. All Fanatec Cockpits are sturdy enough to handle huge torque values.
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A simple driving sim setup of Base, Wheel, and Pedals can give you a great experience if set up with a stable desk and chair. The next step up is to use a cockpit, then you have the foundation to apply serious upgrades. Stronger pedals makes the biggest difference to your lap times.
Find Your Own Setup
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Pick your Platform
PC | PlayStation | XBOX
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Choose your Driving Style
Formula | GT | Rally & Drift
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Set yourBudget
CSL | ClubSport | Podium
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Find the gearyou need
Configure Now »On Windows PC, yes. Fanatec pedals can be connected via USB directly to a PC, allowing them to be used as a separate device. (CSL Pedals require the ClubSport USB Adapter, or the Load Cell Kit upgrade.)
Yes. Fanatec has a range of PlayStation-licensed products and XBOX-licensed products. These can also be combined to create a multi-platform setup.
Anything above 4 Nm has the potential to deliver the right feedback cues you need to understand what the car is doing. Below 8 Nm tends to work best with lightweight steering wheels, and is appropriate for desk setups. Around 12 Nm is where steering forces start to feel very realistic. Going higher than 12 Nm gives you more headroom to experience more feedback detail through the greater dynamic range.
Wheel, Base, and Pedals is the minimum driving simulator setup you need to enjoy sim racing on a desk. It's compact and can be stored away after use. But your driving position and sense of connection with the car will be compromised. A full cockpit solves this and makes the experience more realistic and improves your consistency as a driver.
If you're starting from scratch, a Ready2Race bundle that contains a Base, Wheel, and Pedals is a great place to start. You'll want to mount this to a cockpit for the best experience, and the CSL Cockpit is an affordable solution that is surprisingly strong. This gives you a platform to step up the hardware performance. Most drivers recommend upgrading your pedals first, either with the CSL Pedals Load Cell Kit, or with a more premium option like CSL Elite Pedals V2, or ClubSport Pedals. Then a higher torque Base will add significantly to the realism, as would an accessory like the ClubSport Shifter. And of course, you can never have too many wheels - one for every driving style. For the ultimate experience, the Podium Series delivers incredible performance and immersion.
