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QR2: Everything you need to know

QR2 is an all-new quick release system for FANATEC® Steering Wheels and Wheel Bases. It is the first major change to the internal compatibility of the Fanatec ecosystem since the introduction of the ClubSport Wheel Base in 2011.

The mechanism is optimised for a secure and fast attachment/detachment of steering wheels, with the tapered shape naturally ensuring a tight fit. Originally used in the 2022 BMW M4 GT3, the QR2 has seen further improvements for use in sim racing and future motorsport applications.

Why should I upgrade to QR2?

QR2 is a major upgrade to the Fanatec ecosystem and improves on the QR1 in terms of strength, stability, ease of use, and precision fit. The use of retention bolts and locking nuts featured in our QR1 solutions has been eliminated.

Thanks to the new design and precise manufacturing processes, you should also find a reduction in mechanical noise while driving, and an improvement in force feedback detail. QR2-equipped wheels can be attached to a Fanatec Wheel Base without touching the spring-loaded sleeve mechanism, making it quicker and easier to start racing. The new design also makes the electronic connection for data and power more secure.

The Pro version is CNC-machined from a single block of billet aluminium. This motorsport-ready coupling meets FIA requirements, bringing real-world racing and sim racing closer together.

Fanatec ecosystem transition

The current quick release (QR1) used across the entire range of Fanatec Steering Wheels and Wheel Bases, which employs a round shaft and spring-loaded metal balls, is being phased out. All relevant Fanatec products, across all Series (e.g. CSL, ClubSport, Podium) will transition to the QR2 system. The transition period will last 1-2 years.

QR2 is an all-new mechanical design. The coupling has a squared and tapered shape that employs spring-loaded locking pins. The QR2 shape is therefore not compatible with QR1, although many QR1 products can be upgraded (see below).

Upgrade options

To use the QR2 system, both the Steering Wheel and the Wheel Base must be equipped with QR2 components: ‘Wheel-Side’ components for Steering Wheels, and ‘Base-Side’ components for Wheel Bases.

QR2 Pro Wheel-Side: motorsport-ready QR meeting FIA requirements.
A fully CNC-machined part made from a single block of aviation-grade billet aluminium designed for use in real race cars and sim racing. All Fanatec Steering Wheels with an exchangeable quick release can be upgraded to QR2 Pro Wheel-Side.

QR2 Wheel-Side: all-aluminium QR for Fanatec Steering Wheels.
Diecast aluminium with CNC-machined and black anodised finish. All Fanatec Steering Wheels with an exchangeable quick release can be upgraded to QR2 Wheel-Side.

QR2 Lite Wheel-Side: designed for CSL Steering Wheels.
Made from carbon fibre-reinforced composite, designed to replace the QR1 Lite Wheel-Side. See below for the full list of compatible Steering Wheels.

Wheel Bases with an exchangeable quick release can be upgraded to an appropriate version of the QR2 Base-Side. See below for the full list of compatible Wheel Bases.

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Additional Notes

  • All QR2 Wheel-Side variants are compatible with all QR2 Base-Side variants.
  • There are different variations of the QR2 Base-Side:
    • QR2 Base-Side (Type-M) for Podium DD1 / DD2 Wheel Bases
    • QR2 Base-Side (Type-C) for Gran Turismo DD Pro and CSL DD Wheel Bases
    • QR2 Base-Side (Type-F) for ClubSport DD / Podium DD (2026) Wheel Bases
  • The QR2 Lite Wheel-Side is now standard on CSL Series products. It is not compatible with all Steering Wheels with an exchangeable quick release due to the torque detection pin (see list below). QR2 Lite Wheel-Side is no longer sold separately.
  • Upgrading compatible Steering Wheels and Wheel Bases to QR2 is a straightforward process that can be performed by the end user. Please refer to the Quick Guides and Video Guides provided in the Downloads section of each product page.
  • When upgrading from QR1 to QR2, the distance between the Wheel Base and Steering Wheel may change slightly.
  • Current Fanatec Wheel Bases preassembled with the QR1 can be upgraded to QR2.

QR2 Wheel-Side Quick Release options:

Product Name Material Standard equipment on Compatibility
QR2 Pro Wheel-Side CNC-machined aluminium Podium Steering Wheels All CSL, ClubSport, and Podium Steering Wheels with an exchangeable QR (see list below)
QR2 Wheel-Side Diecast aluminium ClubSport Steering Wheels All CSL, ClubSport, and Podium Steering Wheels with an exchangeable QR (see list below)
QR2 Lite Wheel-Side Carbon fibre-reinforced composite CSL Steering Wheels All CSL Steering Wheels with an exchangeable QR (see list below) and ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® Esports V2

QR2 Base-Side Quick Release options:

Product Name Material Compatibility
QR2 Base-Side (Type-C) Diecast aluminium CSL DD Wheel Base, Gran Turismo DD Pro Wheel Base
QR2 Base-Side (Type-M) CNC-machined billet aluminium Podium Wheel Base DD1, Podium Wheel Base DD2, Podium Wheel Base DD1 PS4
QR2 Base-Side (Type-F) Diecast aluminium ClubSport DD, ClubSport DD+, Podium DD (2026)

Steering Wheels that support QR2 Lite Wheel-Side or QR2 Wheel-Side/Pro Wheel-Side:

  • CSL Universal Hub
  • CSL Universal Hub V2
  • CSL Elite Steering Wheel McLaren GT3
  • CSL Elite Steering Wheel McLaren GT3 V2
  • CSL Steering Wheel GT3
  • CSL Elite Steering Wheel WRC
  • CSL Steering Wheel BMW
  • CSL Steering Wheel P1 V2
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® Esports V2
  • Gran Turismo Steering Wheel Pro

Steering Wheels that support QR2 Wheel-Side/Pro Wheel-Side (QR2 Lite Wheel-Side not supported):

  • ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula Oracle Red Bull Racing 2024
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® PS4 (from Podium Racing Wheel F1®)
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® PS5 (from ClubSport Racing Wheel F1®)
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula V2 / V2.5 / V2.5 X / V3
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW GT2 V2
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel RS
  • ClubSport Universal Hub V2
  • ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for XBOX
  • Podium Hub
  • Fanatec Wheel Hub
  • Podium Steering Wheel BMW M4 GT3
  • Podium Steering Wheel Bentley GT3

Wheel Bases that support QR2:

  • Podium Wheel Base DD1
  • Podium Wheel Base DD2
  • Podium Racing Wheel F1®
  • CSL DD
  • Gran Turismo DD Pro
  • ClubSport DD
  • ClubSport DD+
  • Podium DD (2026)

Legacy Steering Wheels not compatible with QR2:

  • CSL Steering Wheel P1
  • CSL Elite Steering Wheel P1
  • Steering Wheel P1 from CSL Elite Racing Wheel PS4
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula Black
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula Carbon
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® Esports
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW GT2
  • ClubSport Steering Wheel Porsche 918 RSR
  • ClubSport Universal Hub
  • ClubSport Universal Hub for XBOX One

Legacy Wheel Bases not compatible with QR2:

  • CSL Elite Wheel Base
  • CSL Elite Wheel Base V1.1
  • CSL Elite Wheel Base +
  • ClubSport Wheel Base
  • ClubSport Wheel Base V2
  • ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5