Thrustmaster TFRP Rudder (PS4, XBOX Series X/S, One, PC)
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They do, indeed. Any PC flight simulator (space simulators, flight simulators, even driving simulators). If you're playing racing games, they have a selector that lets you use them for throttle and brake. Basically, any PC game will suffice.
Yes. The TFRP pedals are excellent value for money. In DCS, they're a little sensitive, but axis curves solve that problem. Because they have a light spring pressure, it's simple to hold inputs in for long periods of time, which is sometimes required when flying the UH1. While they do have a close spacing between the pedals, I've found a comfortable position for my feet with heels on the pedals and heels on the floor in ED. Center spring is light, so it's easy to make unaware inputs. If you want a pro-level feel, pay three times the price for a more realistic type. But for the price, it's a fantastic controller to add to my active sim world. It's simple to plug and play, and there's no need to install any software. I haven't had to calibrate it yet.
Yes, they do exactly what they're supposed to do. As if you were braking in a car, each pedal has its own axis for toe press. The rudder-style movement is the third axis. They also have the option of turning off the input on the rudder axis for true car-like driving.
Yes, there is a switch on the plug that allows you to choose between flying an airplane and driving a car.
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For Elite Dangerous, I bought these pedals to go with a brand-new HOTAS setup. I was tired of using twist for yaw control because it was always the first thing to break or act wonky for me with any joystick I'd tried. After doing some research, I decided to purchase these pedals. My pedals are perfect for me. br>br> They're comfortable for me to rest my feet on, which is understandable given that they're under my desk even when I'm not gaming, and I have no problems with them sliding around on my carpet. br>In my opinion, the construction quality is excellent. They don't feel cheap, and the pedals are comfortable whether you're wearing socks or going barefoot. They're simple to work with. Because the pedals are "attached" and push/pull each other, I sometimes use just one foot to control the Yaw input from a single pedal. The rails on which they slide are smooth and easy to use. br>The toe brakes are simple to use, and while I don't use them in a space sim, I do use them in Vehicle mode for a gas/brake pedal setup, which the toe brakes work perfectly for. br>I wear a size 11 shoe and my entire foot fits comfortably on the pedal. Only the most tippy-toeing individuals should attempt this. My big toe extends beyond the pedal. br>br>I've had them for about six months and have been using them on a regular basis. In my games, I've had no problems with input, and the pedals still work as well as they did when I first got them.
Despite a lot of negative press, I purchased this last week. They were cheap and made of plastic; they were too narrow and light - They were inexcusably bad at everything. Although they contain a lot of plastic, they do not appear to be cheap or flimsy to me. The plastic will not deform if you push on it. You're not getting machined alloy for $80 or so. Each corner has square rubber feet that solidly grip the floor (wooden floor), preventing the unit from moving while in use. The pedals are extremely durable and comfortable to use. I wear them with socks on, and there's plenty of space on and between them. The distance between the center-left and the center-right is approximately 18cm. The lines of the pedals are about 11cm wide in the middle, and each pedal is about 11cm long. They're about as far apart as a Piper Cherokee I've flown in terms of center to center distance. one that exists in reality I believe that much of the criticism about how crowded they are comes from people who have never seen them, let alone used them. The pedals travel in a straight line on metal rails, almost silently and smoothly. The heel rests can be unscrewed and used with your heels on the floor, making it feel more like a real plane. I tried them both and prefer the ones with the rests in place. I positioned the unit so that my legs were almost fully extended, and the pedals moved freely and easily. I don't have any experience with them because I use them for Rise of Flight (WW1), so I can't comment on the brakes. I believe these pedals are excellent value for money at $89 - quiet, solid, and smooth - and I'm very pleased with them.
They move in a fluid manner. I'm still getting used to the tilt axis, but I've never flown a real plane before. That is pretty much the only criticism I have of them. br>br>Note that there is a switch on the USB connection that allows you to switch between airplane and automobile mode. (A photo is included. ) I wanted to point this out because a question about it was answered incorrectly, so I attached a photo as proof. )br>br>I was taking Aerofly FS2's "Flight School" and had never been able to land on my own. However, after receiving this as well as the ThrustMaster T. 16000 (.
I bought these pedals on the day they were released, about a year ago, not only for review purposes on my social media channels, but also because I needed new rudder pedals. CH Pro Rudders, which cost around $30 more at the time, were the only other reasonably priced option. I went over these with my wife and continued to use them on a regular basis for about 6 weeks, until the sliding mechanism became inconsistant and began to freeze up more frequently. I'm sure it had something to do with the apparent lack of factory lubrication right out of the box. That was a long-term concern I mentioned in my first review. But only for six weeks? The problem appears to be that the entire bottom of the unit is open to pet hair, dirt, and dust, which screams lack of testing and QC on Thruatmaster's part. Nothing in the manual mentions the need for lubrication, which was a mistake on their part. If you have cats or dogs near this thing, I'd recommend investing in the CH Pro Pedals instead. However, at $69, it is $50 less expensive than its closest rival. So, if you're good at keeping things clean and/or run a very clean workplace, this is a good deal right now. I'm revisiting this Amazon review a year later because the price is right and I'm aware of what I'm getting myself into this time. We'll see how things go in Round 2.
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