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NexusDrive Core 21 Max – 21 Nm Sustained Direct Drive Wheel Base, Zero-Cogging Motor, 21-Bit Encoder
21 Nm sustained direct drive wheel base with zero-cogging flat-wire…
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The NexusDrive Core 16 Max is a premium direct drive wheel base with 16 Nm of sustained torque for experienced sim racers.
Who it’s for: Experienced sim racers:
| Torque | 16 Nm sustained |
|---|---|
| Encoder | 21-bit magnetic (2,097,152 PPR) |
| Processor | 600 MHz |
| Size | 206 x 140 x 135 mm |
| Housing | CNC aluminium |
| Lighting | 2 RGB strips |
| Ports | Power, PC, pedals, dash, shifter, handbrake, E-stop |
| Mounting | Bottom, front, side |
The NexusDrive Core 16 Max is a premium direct drive wheel base with 16 Nm of sustained torque for experienced sim racers.
A high-density flat-wire motor with ultra-low cogging, a 21-bit magnetic encoder and a 600 MHz processor deliver smooth, fast and highly detailed force feedback, tuned by the latest force feedback algorithm with deep adjustment.
Dual RGB light strips can show ABS, traction control, shift and flag telemetry, dedicated ports connect pedals, shifter, handbrake, dash and E-stop without extra USB, and Hands-Off Protection calms the wheel the moment you let go.
Experienced sim racers:
Strong, consistent torque.
Ultra-low cogging, high density.
2,097,152 steps per turn.
Telemetry lighting.
Pedals, shifter, handbrake, dash, E-stop.
Safe when you let go.
Platform: Windows PC; Xbox when used with the NexusWheel Starter X. Titles include iRacing, Assetto Corsa, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Le Mans Ultimate, the F1 series, Forza Motorsport, Forza Horizon, DiRT Rally 2.0, EA SPORTS WRC and rFactor 2.
Wheels: NexusWheel range on the Core quick release.
Mounting: bottom, front or side; check the hole pattern against your rig.
Base, rim and pedals. In a modular setup the wheel base holds the force feedback motor, the rim clips on with a quick release and the pedals connect to the base or by USB. Rims and pedals must suit your base, and the base decides which platforms are supported.
Direct drive. Direct drive bases attach the rim straight to the motor for the most detailed and strongest feedback. They need a rigid cockpit or a strong desk mount.
Load cell pedals. A load cell brake measures pressure, not travel, like a real car. It is the single upgrade that improves lap-time consistency the most.
Keep the vents clear; update the firmware regularly.
| Torque | 16 Nm sustained |
| Encoder | 21-bit magnetic (2,097,152 PPR) |
| Processor | 600 MHz |
| Size | 206 x 140 x 135 mm |
| Housing | CNC aluminium |
| Lighting | 2 RGB strips |
| Ports | Power, PC, pedals, dash, shifter, handbrake, E-stop |
| Mounting | Bottom, front, side |
Shipping 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. Large items such as cockpits, seats and monitor stands can ship in several boxes, customs or public holidays can occasionally add a few days, and some items ship directly from our supplier.
You 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.
Every new product bought from our store has a 3-year legal guarantee from delivery (1 year for refurbished items). If anything goes wrong, email us your order number and a short description or photo and we will handle the claim with you.
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You can set any strength in the software.
Only with the NexusWheel Starter X.
No, the base only.
Shipping 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.
Yes, 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.
Yes, a 3-year legal guarantee from delivery on new products bought from our store (1 year for refurbished items). See all our direct drive wheel bases or the 21 Nm Core 21 Max or the 12 Nm Core 12, or browse the complete sim racing range to build your rig.
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NexusDrive Core 16 Max – 16 Nm Sustained Direct Drive Wheel Base, 21-Bit Encoder, Dual RGBThis product | NexusDrive Core 21 Max – 21 Nm Sustained Direct Drive Wheel Base, Zero-Cogging Motor, 21-Bit Encoder | NexusDrive Core 9 – 9 Nm Direct Drive Wheel Base, 21-Bit Encoder, Aluminium Housing, Smart Cooling | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,255.00 | $1,826.00 | $730.00 |
| Best for | Experienced sim racers: | Advanced sim racers: | Drivers stepping into direct drive: |
| Torque | 16 Nm sustained | 21 Nm sustained | 9 Nm peak |
| Encoder | 21-bit magnetic (2,097,152 PPR) | 21-bit magnetic | 21-bit magnetic |
| Size | 206 x 140 x 135 mm | 248.8 x 140 x 135 mm | 240 x 157 x 124 mm |
| Housing | CNC aluminium | — | Aviation-grade aluminium |
| Ports | Power, PC, pedals, dash, shifter, handbrake, E-stop | Power, PC, pedals, dash, shifter, handbrake, E-stop | — |