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Thrustmaster has officially announced the pre-order of a brand-new product stemming from the collaboration between Thrustmaster and Ferrari, in the form of the new Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On for the PC, PS4, PS5, and Xbox.
This wheel rim is a 1:1 scale replica of the wheel rim from the Ferrari 488 GT3, the most successful racing car of the Prancing Horse brand with more than 500 victories in various GT and Endurance competitions.
Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On has been specially designed for performance, thanks to optimized weight with its central faceplate featuring carbon fiber cladding and 12.2-inch/31-cm diameter. The Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On features 11 action buttons, a D-pad, 2 rotary encoders, and 2 thumb encoders, all with a realistic feel, replicating the controls found on the original wheel.
The 4 LEDs towards the top of the wheel rim’s central faceplate allow the driver to receive different information while racing, including RPM, pit window opening, and much more. The two available modes (GT or single-seater) let the driver adapt the behavior of the LEDs to the engine speed of different types of vehicles.
The new paddle shifters with magnetic sensors allow for clear, precise activation, helping to avoid driving errors. For even greater versatility, the position of the paddle shifters is customizable, with 4 different configurations for optimal handling according to the user’s preferences.
The Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On is natively compatible with all Thrustmaster racing wheelbases, thanks to the two Quick Release holders allowing users to select the attachment compatible with their racing wheelbase without the need for an additional adapter.
The Thrustmaster Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On is now available for preorder at a suggested retail price of £199.99 / $249,99 / €249,99. The unit will be available worldwide starting 26 October 2023.
Included in the box:
- 1x Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On
- 1x quick-release holder for screw base
- 1x quick-release holder for latch base
- 1x set of self-adhesive pads
- 2x mounting wrenches
- 1x warranty flyer
Official Webpage – www.thrustmaster.com
