A Look At The New Fanatec ClubSport DD+ Racing Wheel F1 Bundle

Fanatec introduced a new wheel bundle made up of a 15Nm ClubSport DD+ wheelbase, and a ClubSport Formula wheel rim that is fitted with dedicated PlayStation buttons.

The product is compatible with both the PlayStation 4/5 and the PC platforms.

The ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base: is the most advanced direct drive system officially licensed for PlayStation 5. The Fanatec ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 is a Formula 1-style steering wheel with a compact 270 mm diameter for fast movements and reactions. It has a strong, 5 mm-thick blue carbon fiber front plate, genuine leather grips, and pre-installed ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module for quick and reliable gear shifting.

The ClubSport Racing DD Wheel F1 Bundle is available for €1,299.96 / $1299.96 + taxes (if applicable) and shipping.

Fanatec Quote:

The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1® combines an advanced Formula Steering Wheel with a unique blue forged carbon finish and the 15 Nm ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base to deliver consistent torque performance and detailed force feedback. Our partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment means that the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1® works seamlessly with all PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 systems.

Officially licensed by Formula 1®, the iconic 270 mm ClubSport Formula wheel features a stunning blue forged carbon finish with perforated leather grips. Programmable RGB RevLEDs can show motor RPM and optimal shifting point, and the two RGB FlagLEDs can be triggered by telemetries, such as tyre slip, fuel level, or warning flags.

The combination of PlayStation®5 console performance with FANATEC® Direct Drive technology delivers responsive and incredibly dynamic force feedback. Of course, the ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base works on PC too.

By splitting the rotor into offset segments, cogging torque is naturally reduced. Combined with our patented FluxBarrier technology which increases efficiency and smoothness, the result is crystal-clear force feedback information in every driving situation.

Engineered to meet strict cooling requirements, the ClubSport DD+ is the most thermally stable Wheel Base in its class, so you can have absolute confidence that the torque output and force feedback will remain consistent, no matter how long you drive.

The speed of the ClubSport DD+ servo motor allows us to fine-tune its behavior with more accuracy than any previous Fanatec Wheel Base. This means your steering wheel can feel very active, clearly communicating the smallest details, while also feeling perfectly stable, and resistant to unwanted oscillation.

The existing force feedback protocol was designed for gear and belt-driven devices – the only hardware available at the time. FullForce is a new force feedback protocol tailored specifically for FANATEC® Direct Drive. Leveraging the instantaneous response and zero backlash of direct drive technology, FullForce generates high-frequency vibrations for a new level of immersive effects. Feel the engine revs, and details of the road surface like never before. Only FullForce gives you the full experience of driving a race car.

Class-leading slew rate performance combined with the powerful processor makes every motor reaction incredibly fast and dynamic while remaining perfectly stable. This behavior lends itself to traditional force feedback signals as well as enhanced FullForce signals (in supported games).

Features:

ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® PS5:

• Officially licensed by Formula 1®
• Officially licensed for PlayStation®5 (compatibility is achieved via the Wheel Base)
• Unique to ClubSport Racing Wheel F1® package, not sold separately
• F1®-style steering wheel with a compact 270 mm diameter for fast movements and reactions
• Strong, 5 mm-thick blue carbon fiber front plate; unique finish to each wheel
• Genuine leather grips (perforated for breathability)
• ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module preinstalled
  • 3 mm-thick, black anodised aluminum paddle plates
  • Paddle module cage made of diecast and CNC machined aluminum
  • Neodymium magnets
• QR2 Wheel-Side preinstalled
  • Diecast aluminum with CNC-machined and black anodized finish
  • Precision fit means you feel all the details of FullForce technology
• 11 buttons plus four paddles with ultra-reliable switches
• Two 2-way toggle switches
• Two 12-way multi-position switches with encoder functionality
• 7-way FunkySwitch™: left, right, up, and down directional inputs, push button, and rotary encoder functionality
• Analogue joystick
• Two thumb encoders are easily reachable while driving without releasing the grips
• RevLEDs with nine multi-color LEDs to show motor RPM and optimal shifting point as games program through the Fanatec SDK
• Two FlagLEDs with three multi-color LEDs each to indicate tyre slip, flag warnings, pit limiter, and more, as games program through the Fanatec SDK
• 1″ 128×64 white OLED display to show telemetry data like speed or gear as games program through the Fanatec SDK
• Tuning functions with OLED display to adjust settings independent from the game and during gameplay

ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base:

• Officially licensed for PlayStation®5 consoles and PlayStation®4 consoles
• Direct Drive servo motor
  • Custom-designed in Germany for the ClubSport DD+ specifically for sim racing
  • 15 Nm consistent torque
  • Optimized skew angle on rotor magnets reduces cogging torque
  • Patented, exclusive FluxBarrier technology improves motor efficiency and smoothness
• FullForce technology
  • New force feedback protocol developed for Fanatec Direct Drive
  • Super low-latency detail effects through fine motor frequency control
• Passively cooled Wheel Base
  • Most thermally stable Wheel Base in its class
  • Consistent performance under the most extreme conditions
• QR2
  • Wheel Base optimized for QR2 from the ground up
  • Electronics module integrated with the shaft
  • Diecast aluminum with CNC-machined finish
  • Motorsport-derived quick-release system
  • QR1 downgrade possible (sold separately)
• Standard Tuning Menu allows beginners to get started quickly without having to worry about settings
• Advanced Tuning Menu allows enthusiasts to fine-tune the force feedback characteristics to suit their driving preferences
• High-resolution (contactless) Hall-position-sensor
• Rotation: 2520 degrees (electronically limited, adjustable)
• Slip ring system (life-tested for thousands of hours) provides cable-free delivery of power and data between Steering Wheel and Wheel Base without the need for a mechanical limiter (allows for high steering angle settings)
• Compatible with the entire Fanatec ecosystem (see Compatibility section for details)
• T-nut rail system on sides and bottom for easily adjustable hard-mounting
• Ports:
  • Power supply
  • USB-C to PC / console
  • Shifter 1
  • Shifter 2 (Sequential only)
  • Pedals
  • Handbrake
  • CAN (for future Fanatec peripherals)
• Front-mounted threaded inserts for future Fanatec accessories. Not intended for front-mounting the wheelbase to a sim racing chassis/cockpit.

Compatibility:

The ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base is compatible with:

• All Fanatec Steering Wheels*
• All Fanatec Pedals (adapter cables might be required on pedals without RJ12 connection)
• ClubSport Shifter (all versions)
• ClubSport Handbrake
• All Fanatec Cockpits
• ClubSport DD Table Clamp
• ClubSport Table Clamp V2
• Podium Mounting Brackets (the ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base includes M6 T-nuts for side-mounting; the Podium Mounting Brackets require the use of M6 bolts and washers)

Note: ClubSport Static Shifter Paddles are not supported.

*Older QR1 Steering Wheels without an exchangeable quick release require the QR1 Base-Side (Type-F) accessory.

Platforms:

• This product is compatible with all PlayStation®4 consoles and PlayStation®5 consoles.
• This product is compatible with PC on all major racing games.
• Other platforms: Compatibility with other platforms depends on the used steering wheel. For more information, please check the product page of the steering wheel you plan to use.

Please note: PC and other platform compatibility is tested by Fanatec, but not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Special Notes:

• Not suitable for children. The fast movements of the steering wheel and strong torque can be dangerous. Please read the safety instructions.
• Steering Wheels fitted with QR1 Lite Wheel-Side or QR2 Lite Wheel-Side will be limited to 8 Nm torque.

What’s included:

• ClubSport Steering Wheel F1® PS5
• ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base
• Power Supply (regional)
• 4x T-nuts for the rail mount system
• USB cable (Type-C to Type-A)
• Quick Guide

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Official Webpages –  www.fanatec.com

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