SimXperience AccuForce Pro Simulation Steering System Review (ISR)

Darin Gangi and co-host John Sabol from Inside Sim Racing review the SimXperience AccuForce Pro Simulation Steering system.

The SimXperience AccuForce Pro is a professional Direct Drive racing simulation steering system for the demanding Sim Racer. When combined with today’s best racing simulations, the AccuForce Pro is as close as you can get to driving the real thing and is delivered in a convenient, ready to run, plug-n-play package. The AccuForce wheel also comes with the innovative and feature packed SimXperience SimCommander software that lets you control every aspect of the wheel’s Force Feedback.

After thoroughly testing the AccuForce Pro wheel with a selection of Sim Racing / Race Gaming titles such as Assetto Corsa, Dirt Rally, F1 2013 through 15, GSCExtreme, iRacing, Project Cars and Raceroom, Darin and John take us on a detailed tour of the wheel and discuss their personal experiences.

For more product details or purchase, check out the official SimXperience AccuForce product page.  You can also check out more SimXperience AccuForce Pro Simulation articles here.

The AccuForce Pro wheel retails for $1749. Existing SimXperience SimVibe customers will receive a $89 discount.

 

AccuForce Pro Controller & Base Unit Features

• Unparalleled Steering Feedback Quality & Realism
• Direct Drive System (Wheel connects directly to motor shaft, there are no belts to slip, wear or absorb critical detail)
• Powerful, Low Inertia Motor supports up to 13Nm of sustained torque depending on the user selected mode *
• Easily dial back the forces for safe use by friends and family
• User selectable modes (similar to those on a stereo) allow easy selection of linear performance, peak performance, soft performance, child mode, etc.
• Extreme efficiency (13Nm sustained torque at 100% stall for 30 minutes with 2°F temperature rise over ambient with 0% torque loss due to heat fade)
• Excellent balance of torque and torque resolution results in an extremely refined and realistic feel
• Torque peaks are removed by default to ensure a truly 1:1 linear experience (option to enable peaks is provided)
• Up to 2000Hz Communication Rate via SimXperience Dual Stream Technology (1000Hz from Game / 1000Hz from Sim Commander software)
• Motor updated 50,000 times per second / Realtime encoder processing
• Lowest possible latency / lag due to integration of controller and motor drive system on a single circuit board and custom motor design
• Integrated slip rings ensure long life and great electrical contact while providing for infinite wheel rotation
• 4500 degrees of rotation configured for 900 degrees by default. User may opt to alter this setting in real-time
• 16,000 PPR (pulse per revolution) positional feedback
• Engineered for many years of reliable service in commercial environments. (Critical parts are stress tested for 300lb loads)
• Includes FREE Sim Commander SimVibe and Steering system tuning / analysis software suite
• Three force feedback (FFB) options: traditional raw game FFB, SimXperience / user optimized game FFB and completely user definable FFB
• Robust tuning capability via touchscreen or in-game heads up display via included software
• Easily auto-optimize feedback for your driving style, driving line and a particular car/ track combination
• Firmware updates are automatically delivered and install in seconds with a single button click. No need to hunt for them on a website
• 3-Port USB hub on back of base unit enclosure
• Expansion ports for additional displays, buttons, pedals, and rotary encoders

Wheel & Wheel Button Box Features

• Premium Suede 320mm Steering Wheel
• 13 total buttons (12-long life tactile push buttons & AccuForce Wheel Horn Button)
• Rugged, Durable Construction
• Machined aluminum automotive grade quick release system allows you to easily swap to different steering wheel styles
• Easily bolt on a variety of real-world racing steering wheels or obtain an additional Wheel button box and quick connect them
• Adjustable upper button box modules and paddle shifters facilitate a variety of 280mm – 350mm steering wheels
• Machined Aluminum paddle shifters are not only durable but offer low latency shifts and positive engagement feel
• Carbon Fiber  paddles (replaceable to suit a variety of tastes)
• Paddle width adjustment
• Shift engagement point adjustment
• Shift throw adjustment
• Mounting points included for 3rd party SLI plates or phone holders
• Onboard USB 1.1 for SLI style displays, phones and other 3rd party accessories
• Optional phone cord style connection to base unit as opposed to using slip rings for extreme modding circumstances