Drive a Ferrari from the comfort of your home

Posted by Karan Israni On May 28, 2010 1 COMMENT

For most of us, driving a Ferrari would only remain a dream. But for all the Thrustmasters, it could come much closer.

Thrustmaster, a gaming peripheral company, is releasing the Ferrari Wireless GT Cockpit 430 Scuderia Edition, a cockpit ensemble that includes a wheel and pedal set that is streamlined with adjustable metal structure – folding and transportable, for easy storage.

Key Features

  • 2.4GHz wireless system: 10m+ range with no latency.
  • 50 hours of battery life with 4 AA LR6 batteries (not included).
  • Wide, weighted base (10.5kg in total) for optimal stability.
  • Adjustable, rigid metal structure: an infinite number of possible positions according to the user’s size (adult/child) and seating type(sofa/chair).
  • Foldable structure: perfect for storage.
  • Streamlined, with the metallic colors of the Ferrari 430 Scuderia “musetto”.

Pedal Set

2 metal pedals integrated directly into the cockpit (for total stability)

  • Metal pedals with long range of travel, inspired by the shape of the pedals on the Ferrari 430 Scuderia.
  • Brake pedal with magnetic resistance for enhanced realism.

Wheels

Exact replica of the Ferrari F430 wheel (7/10 size)

  • Ultra-precise wheel, featuring 12-bit precision (4096 values on the wheel’s axis).
  • Sequential Up & Down gearshift levers crafted of metal, forFerrari GT-style driving.
  • XXL wheel: 28cm in diameter!
  • Genuine “Manettino®” dial with 5 backlit positions, to configure your wheel directly in the game (driving sensitivity, programming system, etc.).
  • Rubber-textured grip, for optimal comfort.
  • 100% programmable, with internal memory.
  • Detachable wheel: cockpit takes up minimum space when stored.
  • Compatible with 100% of PlayStation® 3 games and PC USB games (Windows® 7/Vista/XP).

Best Buy: £249.99 ($249.99)

Availability: June 2010

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