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Fanatec Forza Motorsport Racing Wheel Unveiled

Fanatec has unveiled their newest product, introducing us to the official Forza Motorsport-branded Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Rim GT.

Fanatec has unveiled their newest product, introducing us to the official Forza Motorsport-branded??Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Rim GT.

Made in co-operation with Turn 10 Studios and tailored towards the studio’s upcoming Forza Motorsport 6 title, the wheel rim is 33cm in diameter, the same size which is used in real race cars.

The metal wheel rim is covered with smooth, automotive grade leather and a stitched Forza Motorsport logo. In addition, the white stitching and white center stripe complete the racing-inspired theme.

Features

  • Aluminum wheel rim covered with genuine smooth leather
  • A connected wheel base will become Xbox One compatible
  • Fully assembled and pre-configured to mount the GT Forza Motorsport??rim (or similar). Just attach a wheel rim with 6 screws.
  • Detachable button caps with Xbox One symbols
  • 16 integrated buttons on top of the hub
  • 4 button boxes with 3 buttons each
  • FunkySwitch(tm) with 4-way direction pad, 2-way turning function and push button. Comes with a metal knob
  • ???Small or big shifter paddles for different rim diameters.
  • The big shifter paddles are fully adjustable in distance, width and angle
  • Shifter paddle units can be taken off to save weight.
  • LED display for Tuning or telemetry functions. It can be installed in two positions: Standing or flat
  • USB port to charge a smartphone. No data
  • An additional 5th button box unit can be attached (not included)
  • Data port for future feature upgrades

The Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Rim GT will sell for 479,90???, including the Xbox One Universal Wheel Hub that allows for all kinds of aftermarket rims to be used with the Xbox One.

Sim racers that already own the Fanatec Xbox One Universal Wheel Hub can also purchase the??ClubSport Wheel Rim GT wheel rim separately for 129,95???. Both options require sim racers to own the ClubSport Wheel Base V1 or V2 to use the wheel.

Both products will go on sale starting September 15, they can be pre-ordered on the Fanatec website now.

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