Thrustmaster Ferrari F430 Forcec Feedback Racing Wheel

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 14.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 15 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001S0RTUA
• Item model number: 2969088
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,257 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 1, 2004

Product Description

Product Description

The Thrustmaster FERRARI F430 Force Feedback Racing Wheel for PC! An exact replica of the steering wheel of the new F430 with Manettino dial for even more precise control of your settings! Ferrari and Thrustmaster share the same values: passion, performance, innovation and quality. The latest addition to the range of Thrustmaster racing wheels produced under Ferrari licence, the Ferrari F430 FFB Racing Wheel, perfectly illustrates this commitment. An exact replica of the Ferrari F430 steering wheel, this controller is unique owing to its specific shape, its elegant design and its pure, streamlined looks. The Engine Start and multi-position switch are instant eye-catchers. The first button serves as a directional pad; the second, the Manettino, is an exclusive Ferrari innovation that Thrustmaster has adapted to the world of video games: The Manettino stems directly from the racing world, where each driver's total commitment to the race requires flawless efficiency and speed when adjusting the car's features. This easily accessible rotary switch features 5 backlit positions, enabling drivers to swiftly adjust their car's settings or activate specific features in the midst of a race. Users can adjust the braking force distribution, power steering, traction and control system and more. These actions will enable them to optimize their car's configuration according to the race track and weather conditions, for optimum performance. Each feature is tailored for optimum racing comfort: The extra-large (28 cm/ 11 in diameter)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I was amazed!!!, September 24, 2009

By	Jonathan M. Tanner - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

First, let me say that I am new to racing games. I have played the Need For Speed Series, but that is really it. A friend of mine mentioned that the Thrustmaster Ferrari F430 Racing Wheel was compatible with Dirt 2 on the PS3. I contacted Thrustmaster and sure enough, it is! They said that Codemasters had worked with them to get their wheels tech programmed into the game. I was sold. I bought the F430 and Dirt 2. I WAS AMAZED at how comfortable this wheel is. Make no mistake, this wheel is as sturdy a wheel as I have ever used. I tried to play some games on teh Xbox 360 using the Microsoft wheel and when my palms sweat (which was often due to my n00b status), my hands would slip. On the Thrustmaster F430 wheel, the grip is a VERY high quality rubber that meant ZERO slipping when my hands got sweaty. I was also very impressed with the responsiveness of the force feedback. I got to the point where I could tell I was in control and driving the right line, simply by how the wheel was responding which made it feel so realistic! Im playing in automatic mode, but the metal f1 style shifters on the wheel are very sturdy. I currently have one of them programmed as my horn. You will not be dissapointed with this wheel. The only thing I didn't like was the lack of labeled buttons. i rated its appearance as 4 stars for that reason alone. Otherwise, this wheel is an almost identical replica of the wheel on the real F430!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You won't regret it!, June 19, 2009

By	Bruce C. Barrera "Bruce Barrera" (Los Angeles, CA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this Ferrari wheel because of the price (the G25 was over $200 all around the web) and that was the best thing I did!

The wheel is rock solid, metal made with rubber cover around the wheel itself, the gear paddles are made of metal too as well as the pedals.

The wheel has a good grip, good quality and even it's 270 I can't complain! Works perfect for my F1 races online with rFactor.

And the Manettino was a nice surprise, I can configure a lot of different settings for it, it really helps while in the middle of a race and you need to change some setup or driving aid for your car.

That's the best you can get for the price, why pay more and have a similar product when you can own this superb piece of hardware?

That's the best for the bucks and after all, it's a Ferrari! Your friends will be impressed with the horse logo in the middle of it.

I recommend!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Wheel for the Money!, October 9, 2009

By	Scott K. Harder (Menomonee Falls, WI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I should have bought this wheel before spending a lot of money on a high end wheel that was a big dissapointment. I have owned the MS Sidewinder, 3 Logitech Momo Racing Force (they wear out fast), and a Thomas Superwheel. The Thrustmaster F430 puts them all to shame. It works with every driving game I own. I can't say that for the other wheels I've owned. It is very well built, especially the mounting mechanism. Very precise and a really good force feedback. I am finally enjoying pc racing the way it should be.