{"product_id":"direct-drive-wheel-base-10nm-rgb-black","title":"Direct Drive Wheel Base – 10 N·m with RGB Telemetry Lighting, Black Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn this page:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#who\"\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#features\"\u003eFeatures in detail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#guide\"\u003eBuilding a sim racing or flight setup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#setup\"\u003eSetup and use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#care\"\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shipping\"\u003eShipping, returns and warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"overview\"\u003e10 N·m direct drive base (Black Edition): overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003edirect drive wheel base\u003c\/strong\u003e (T818 Black Edition) delivers 10 N·m constant torque with RGB lighting synced to telemetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfiltered feedback of grip, understeer and track detail; aeronautical Quick Release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e168 W supply; 5 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"who\"\u003eWho the 10 n·m direct drive base (black edition) is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsports and serious sim racers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSim racers upgrading their rig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEsports and league drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsole racers (Gran Turismo, F1, Forza)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePC sim racers (iRacing, ACC, rFactor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of licensed replicas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features\"\u003eFeatures in detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10 N·m\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRGB telemetry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRPM and flags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAero QR\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReinforced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEcosystem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll rims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with the Thrustmaster ecosystem; PC (and consoles via compatible rims).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"guide\"\u003eBuilding a sim racing or flight setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase, rim and pedals.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a modular setup the wheel base holds the force-feedback motor, the rim (wheel add-on) clips on with a quick-release and the pedals connect to the base. Rims and pedals must be compatible with your base, and the base decides which consoles are supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForce feedback types.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bungee-cord wheels recentre with a spring but give no active feedback; belt or hybrid-drive bases use a motor with belts or gears for detailed feedback; direct-drive bases attach the rim straight to the motor for the strongest, most precise feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform licensing.\u003c\/strong\u003e PlayStation and Xbox wheels are licensed for their console; PC works with almost everything. Check the platform line in the compatibility section before ordering, and plan a stable desk clamp or cockpit for high-torque bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"setup\"\u003eSetup and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp the base to a sturdy desk or bolt it to a cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit a compatible rim and connect pedals and shifter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect power and USB, then install drivers\/firmware on PC or plug into the console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrate and set rotation and force in the game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"care\"\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the base's vents clear, update firmware with the manufacturer's software, wipe rims with a dry or slightly damp cloth (use a suede brush on Alcantara and suede), and check desk clamps and cockpit bolts before each session. Unplug the base before swapping rims unless the quick-release supports hot-swapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.2 × 22.4 × 18.0cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,000g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e168W supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrustmaster ecosystem; PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"shipping\"\u003eShipping, returns and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on orders worldwide. Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1–3 business days and typically arrive within 4–8 business days in total, with tracking sent by email. Customs or public holidays can occasionally add a few days, and some items ship directly from our supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReturns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have 14 days from delivery to return the product for a refund, for any reason. It must be new, unused and in its original packaging with all accessories and documents. Contact us at metanexusxr@gmail.com with your order number to start the return. Consumables such as face cushions, foam pads or batteries showing wear cannot be refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadsets and original accessories bought from our store are covered by a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. If anything goes wrong, email us your order number and a short description or photo and we will handle the claim with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRim included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the standard base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack plates and RGB telemetry lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a cockpit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, cockpit or desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping is free worldwide. Orders are dispatched within 1–3 business days and usually arrive within 4–8 business days in total, with tracking by email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I return it if it is not right for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, within 14 days of delivery, as long as it is new, unused and in its original packaging. Email metanexusxr@gmail.com with your order number to start a return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it covered by a warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects on products bought from our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a genuine Thrustmaster product; licensed replicas carry the official car-maker licence stated on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vr-accessories\"\u003eVR accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, or pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vr-glasses\"\u003eVR headsets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thrustmaster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60800139460942,"sku":null,"price":599.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/0263\/2526\/files\/T818-6.jpg?v=1789357543","url":"https:\/\/metanexusxr.com\/products\/direct-drive-wheel-base-10nm-rgb-black","provider":"Metanexus XR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}