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Advanced Racing Simulator Seat Driving Simulator Gaming Chair with Gear Shift Mount
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Brand | OpenWheeler |
Color | Red |
Product Dimensions | 37"D x 16"W x 16"H |
Size | 37D x 16W x 16H in |
Back Style | cushion back |
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About this item
- Suitable for all gaming consoles/pc
- Totally compatible with ps4 ps3, ps2, ps1, Xbox one, xbox360, Nintendo: Wii, GameCube, n64, Sega, pc
- All the stability you will ever need, polyester paintwork
- Total adjustment control, the lightest overall weight
- Gear shifter can be mounted on the left or right hand side of the open wheeler racing simulator
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Comfort | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.1 | — | 4.8 | — |
Support | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.6 | — | 4.8 | — |
Easy to assemble | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.4 | — | 4.7 | — |
Sold By | SimFab and OpenWheeler products | SimFab and OpenWheeler products | Dixiute | cirearoa | SimFab and OpenWheeler products | Verdi! |
material | Carbon Steel, aluminum, PU fabric | — | Stainless Steel | Polycarbonate, Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | ActiFit |
style | Modern | Modern | — | — | Modern | Cockpit |
max. recommended weight | 150 kilograms | — | 330 pounds | 200 kilograms | — | 270 pounds |
weight | 55 pounds | — | 51.19 pounds | 23 kilograms | 60 pounds | 21 kilograms |
furniture finish | — | — | Leather | Leather | Leather | — |
back style | cushion back | Solid Back | — | — | Solid Back | Solid Back |
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Product Description
SimFab presenting OpenWheeler Gen3 sim racing cockpit with optional modular flight sim add-ons
Includes: full size, real racing seat with recliner and sliding rails. Available in six colors of choice. Chassis (frame) with manual shifter bracket
OpenWheeler Gen3 platform is designed as a modular and versatile ecosystem complimented by various add-on accessories for optimum immersion, comfort and overall enjoyable experience by all family members and friends.
OpenWheeler Gen3 Versatile And Multipurpose Use
Sim Racing cockpit -> Flight Sim Pit -> General Gaming Use -> Lounge Chair -> Easy to move around -> Store Away while not used
OpenWheeler Gen3 packs quite a bit in its compact footprint: full size, real racing seat offered in six vibrant colors of choice. Plenty of cushion, breathable long lasting fabric upholstery, reclining and gliding capability for optimum comfort. Chassis is made of fully welded steel tubing, coated by polyester powder coating, zinc plated mild steel tubing, and light aluminum plates.
Included oversize quick release knobs provide quick re-adjustment for every size sim gamer. Gen3 cockpit is not limited to sim racing but also used as flight sim or general gaming lounge chair. Excellent choice where limited space is a challenge. Gen3 cockpit is supplied with rolling wheels for easy move around. By turning couple knobs, cockpit breaks down in pieces, ready to be stored away.
Compatibility beyond main stream brands.
Compatible with: Logitech, Thrustmaster, VirPil, VKB, WinWing, Honeycomb and more.
Choosing OpenWheeler and SimFab simulation ecosystem, ensures flexible and up to date compatibility not only with popular brands controls such as Logitech, Thrustmaster, Fanatec, but also those specific high-end brands like VirPil, VKB, WinWing, Honeycomb and more.
Compatible with all racing wheels and pedals such as Logitech G923, G29, G920, Thrustmaster, Fanatec.
Shaker bracket | Seat harness | Keyboard tray | Single monitor stand | Triple monitor stand | |
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Add Immersion with following optional accessories | Shaker bracket can be mounted on either side or both side of cockpit | Great addition for Virtual Reality users | Keyboard and mouse tray kit | Single monitor stand available with LD and HD mounting bracket | Triple monitor stand available with LD and HD mounting bracket |
Compatible with all ButtKicker shakers, Aurasound, Dayton | Real 4 point (four straps) harness with quick release camlock | Designed to mount on either side of cockpit. Trays are fully adjustable and articulating | LD (light duty) mounting bracket for monitors up to 37" and VESA size 100x100mm | LD (light duty) mounting bracket for monitors up to 37" and VESA size 100x100mm | |
Available in 7 colors: black, red, blue, orange, green, yellow and camo | Kit includes cup holder | HD (heavy duty) mount brackets for larger screens and TVs, with VESA mount pattern over 100x100mm | HD (heavy duty) mount brackets for larger screens and TVs, with VESA mount pattern over 100x100mm |
Seat lift kit | Seat frame extension | Neck pillow | Lumbar Pillow | Seat cover | Arm rest | |
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Add-on accessories for comfort | Seat lift kit for easier entry and exit of cockpit | Add extended rear frame support | Add extra headrest or neck support | Add extra lumbar support | Protect your seat with seat cover. | |
Provides more GT ergonomic style while default model is closer to F1 style | When seat is used as a general lounge chair, added supports prevent seat from tipping backwards | Available in six matching colors: black, red, blue, orange, green and yellow | Available in six matching colors: black, red, blue, orange, green and yellow | Especially useful for protecting from pets hair, scratching, spills, staining. Slip on design ensures easy install or removal. | ||
A must accessory for flight sim setup | Pillow cover is removable and washable | Available in six colors of choice, making change of seat color without the need of replacing entire seat. Black, red, blue, orange, green, yellow |
Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #1 | Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #2 | Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #3 | Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #4 | Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #5 | Flight Simulation Add-on Configuration #6+#7 | |
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Compatibility | Logitech 52/56, Thrustmaster T16000M, Airbus, T.Flight, Hori, CH Products, VKB Gladiator | Thrustmaster Warthog, Virpil, VKB Gunfighter, WinWing | All controls with non removable grip. Suitable for sticks without need of adjusting stick base lower than above knee level | Logitech, Thrustmaster TFPR / TPR, CH Products, VirPil, MFG Crosswind, VKB, Slaw | Honeycomb, Logitech, CH Products, Velocity One | Sticks with removable grip: Thrustmaser Warthog, Virpil, VKB |
Side by Side | ✓ | ✓ | Requires configuration #1 or #2 | Requires configuration #1 or #2 | Complete kit, includes mounting brackets and plates for yoke, quadrtant throttle and rudder pedals | |
Center mount | Kit offer side by side HOTAS style mount only | Kit offer side by side HOTAS style mount only | ✓ | ✓ | ||
rudder pedal plate included | Standard sim racing plate can be used instead. Racing plate does not adjust flat and it is not predrilled for rudder pedals | Standard sim racing plate can be used instead. Racing plate does not adjust flat and it is not predrilled for rudder pedals | ✓ | ✓ | ||
plates included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Product information
Brand | OpenWheeler |
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Color | Red |
Product Dimensions | 37"D x 16"W x 16"H |
Size | 37D x 16W x 16H in |
Back Style | cushion back |
Product Care Instructions | Wipe Clean |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
Style | Modern |
Room Type | Game Recreation Room |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Surface Recommendation | Hard Floor |
Form Factor | Recliner |
Seat Depth | 22 inches |
Item Weight | 55 pounds |
Manufacturer | OpenWheeler |
ASIN | B005ZQAGIU |
Item model number | 102172012 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #75,273 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #467 in PlayStation 2 Accessories #767 in Wii Accessories #926 in PlayStation Accessories |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 26, 2011 |
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Customers like the mobility, comfort, appearance and value of the chair. For example, they mention that it slides forward and back, it feels just like a racing seat and that the sides of the bottom cushion are soft. They appreciate the value for money, saying it's an excellent choice. As for the ease of assembly, they say it goes together in a half hour and the instructions are clear.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the chair. They mention that it is well constructed, has great hardware, and is made of thick steel. Some say that the G27 clamps are solid and the rig should last a while. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...This works pretty well, even if I drive an automatic... I just have to rest my left leg against the bar for left foot brake/right foot gas driving...." Read more
"...n't specific to any one controller and they weren't painted but they worked great and you can be very sure that the finished product will be much..." Read more
"...Assembly was straightforward and took about 20 minutes. All parts appear well constructed, work together and fit well..." Read more
"...While the G27 clamps are solid, I have had some instances where it will come undone, even when tightening the clamps with the screws on the bottom...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the chair. They mention that it feels just like a racing seat, and driving feels natural. They are also pleased with the ergonomics, ruggedness, and ease of use. The sides of the bottom cushion are soft, so they won't dig into their legs if they're bigger. The cushioning is firm, but very comfortable for long.
"...The sides of the bottom cushion are soft, so they won't dig into your legs if you're a bigger guy Iike me..." Read more
"...controller (Logitech G29 wheel, pedals and shifter) I was very pleased with its ergonomics, ruggedness and ease of use/assembly...." Read more
"...The chair itself is more comfortable than the seat that came with my Honda S2000...." Read more
"...the seating position is quite comfortable and driving feels natural like a regular car. The seat can be a bit to get used to, however...." Read more
Customers find the chair easy to assemble. They say it goes together in a half hour, the installation process takes around 15-20 minutes, and the instructions are incredibly clear. They also say the construction is simple and of high quality, making it easy to do small corrections and feather the throttle. Customers also appreciate the concise and easy to understand information manual.
"...It's so much easier to do small corrections and feather the throttle...." Read more
"...I was very pleased with its ergonomics, ruggedness and ease of use/assembly...." Read more
"...Everything went together easily and it took about an hour of driving to fine tune the spacial relationships between hands, feet and butt...." Read more
"...For that, this sim pit is worth it. Installation was as easy, if not easier, than Ikea furniture. The build quality is solid...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the chair. They say it's nice, easy to do quickly, and has several ways to adjust the seat, wheel, and pedals to achieve a perfect fit. The chair is comfortable and adjustable for long gaming time. It's convenient to adjust to a different seating position for different style cars or different drivers. The seat is very adaptable to anyone's height and pedal / steering wheel. It adjusts from 8 years old to an adult person size setting.
"...adjustable - since the seat slides and reclines, the pedal plate is adjustable both in distance and left/right, the wheel plate moves up/down close/..." Read more
"...3. It had a quickly and highly adjustable design for different size gamers as I host sim game parties in my home with both adults and kids getting..." Read more
"...and when completed is very comfortable, stable and can be adjusted to a perfect fit. Putting the chair together was a breeze...." Read more
"...Aside from the seat's ajustability, the pedal distance is also ajustable. I'm 6'1 and I fit without any issue. My son is 5'3 and he fits fine...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the chair. They mention that it is a good bang for the buck, well worth it, and an excellent choice.
"...I can recommend this product to anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive but well built racing seat that's compatible with darn near everything..." Read more
"...Excellent product and design. Phenomenal customer support. Great price. What more could you expect?" Read more
"...All in all, This is the best cockpit for me and at a very reasonable price." Read more
"...For that, this sim pit is worth it. Installation was as easy, if not easier, than Ikea furniture. The build quality is solid...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the chair. They mention that it is well built, has great welds, and is powder coated. Some appreciate the full color pictures and clearly labeled parts bags. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It really does give the game a new sense of realism and the driver a new "connectedness"...." Read more
"...Excellent product and design. Phenomenal customer support. Great price. What more could you expect?" Read more
"...All the parts were clearly labeled and they even provided color pictures for each stage of construction along with all the tools you need...." Read more
"...All welds look great and are finished nicely then powder coated...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the tools included with the chair. They mention that the wrenches are real, and the chair is easy to assemble. Customers also appreciate the brackets and adapters for different accessories. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and quantity of the tools provided.
"...of wheel and pedals you can imagine... and it even comes with all the tools and hardware you need to put it all together!..." Read more
"...As well, the chair comes with REALLY helpful and easy to follow instructions, all of the hardware is in baggies separated and labeled perfectly...." Read more
"...Everything was labeled very well and tools came with the parts...." Read more
"...The chair also ships with REAL tools. All the wrenches necessary for assembly.Class act and great hardware." Read more
Customers like the mobility of the chair. They say it's adjustable, and it does slide forward and back. It's incredibly sturdy, and every adjustment moves smoothly while seated. It is easy to assemble, and has little movement when tightened down properly. The seat slides and reclines, and the pedal plate can be moved left or right.
"...*Very adjustable - since the seat slides and reclines, the pedal plate is adjustable both in distance and left/right, the wheel plate moves up/down..." Read more
"...it slides fore and aft and has a lever to the side to adjust seat back angle...." Read more
"...The chair comes equipped with wheels so it is very easy to move around or out of the way...." Read more
"...the rig is easily done with rubber coated knobs and every adjustment moves smoothly while seated...." Read more
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My original review was pretty glowing about this product and after having it for a while I can say that it's still a great little racing setup. I'm using a prototype buttkicker mount from openwheeler that works nicely. It's basically just a piece of L shaped metal (one side square tube and one side round tube) where one side slides into the base of the seat and is secured by a set screw and the buttkicker clamps around the other. It works pretty well and is out is the way while playing.
This seat has become a big hit with everyone that visits and incentives they get in, it's hard to make them quit playing. It really does give the game a new sense of realism and the driver a new "connectedness". It's so much easier to do small corrections and feather the throttle. I can recommend this product to anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive but well built racing seat that's compatible with darn near everything and has great support from the manufacturer.
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I really love this seat, and think it's a great purchase for anyone into racing games. It's not shown in the product photos, but the top and pedal plates have a multitude of holes in them for attaching just about any brand of wheel and pedals you can imagine... and it even comes with all the tools and hardware you need to put it all together! I lucked up and found one as a "Like new - Demo unit" listed here for 25% off, so at that price it was an amazing deal. I think they've redesigned the pedal plate after some early reviews (ISRTV.com) that said it flexed too much. I'm using it with the conical brake mod installed on my T3PA pedals and haven't noticed any issues at all.
There are way more pros than cons to this setup, so I'll just list them in an easy to read manner below...
PROS -
*Very comfy - I'm not the smallest guy (5'9"/250lbs) and this seat is very comfortable. I've sat in it for 3-4 hours at a time and not had any issues with comfort. The seat back sides are rigid, and hug your body well without being too tight. The sides of the bottom cushion are soft, so they won't dig into your legs if you're a bigger guy Iike me (one of my main concerns in a seat like this).
*Very adjustable - since the seat slides and reclines, the pedal plate is adjustable both in distance and left/right, the wheel plate moves up/down close/far and the angle is adjustable, and finally, the shifter can be mounted on the left or right, and is distance adjustable as well. The only thing that isn't adjustable is the pedal angle, but I haven't found that to be a problem with my T3PA pedals. The big rubber knobs are easy to adjust and don't hurt your hands when trying to adjust them.
*Very compatible and everything is included - all of the hardware and tools to attach your wheel/pedals is included (the shifter clamps to the provided mounting area). Some cable ties are also included to help manage the heap of cords you're going to have from your controllers. As I mentioned before, this setup should be able to fit nearly any mainstream wheel setup on the market without drilling or even heading off to the hardware store for screws.
*Folds up relatively compact - when you're done gaming, you can fold the seat forward, collapse the pedal plate to it's shortest length, and roll it out of the way with the wheels under the pedals. It's fairly heavy (~70 pounds) but it's easy to roll to the side of the room for the average guy. The seat can be used on it's own without the pedal/wheel/shifter rails if desired for non-race games, just be careful about the piece of square metal tubing sticking out the front.
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*Center post design- this hasn't been much of an issue for me since the plate has multiple mount holes and can be moved left/right. I have it shifted to the right for gas/brake with my right foot and clutch with my left. This works pretty well, even if I drive an automatic... I just have to rest my left leg against the bar for left foot brake/right foot gas driving. This can be "adjusted out" somewhat by scooting the seat forward/back and pushing the pedals out as far as you can past the center post (this is dependent on your height and leg length, obviously... and how close you like your wheel). In my opinion, this is a pretty minor issue, and once I'm in it and adjusted, it's rarely something I even notice.
*Pedal angle not adjustable - I've already mentioned this, but it may be a critical issue for some. I think it works fine as-is with my T3PA pedals.
*No easy "ButtKicker" mount - I'm currently DIYing a solution to this (the "DIY socket mount" seems to work if you do a search). These are such popular items that a quick little bracket with a round piece of tubing would be a great accessory for OpenWheeler to offer or simply include as another selling point.
*It's LOW - this is a good and bad thing. It makes it feel like a racing car being so low to the ground, but it's a bit of a pain to get in and out of. I have mine adjusted where my normal position has the seat slid forward, so when I'm ready to get out I just slide the seat back and twist to the non-shifter side of the rig to get out. The rigid side bolsters of the seat back help a lot and act as a grab handle. Getting out on the shifter side is doable, but requires you to be a bit of a contortionist. Some have built a platform to raise the seat up a little to make getting in/out easier AND to mount ButtKickers, so this isn't really that big of a deal unless you have some sort of health issue where a low seat would be a major drawback.
Overall, this is a great racing seat, and I'd definitely purchase it again. It's become quite a popular accessory in our house, with myself, my kids, every relative that visits and their kids, and anyone that sees a photo of it wanting to try it out!
I'm using it with a Thrustmaster T300RS Ferrari Alcantara edition with T3PA pedals and a TH8A shifter.
1. It was small and would fit in my small space I have carved out for my sim gaming systems.
2. OpenWheeler customer support had responded to my inquiries about adding on flight stick and throttle (HOTAS) bracket options with their upcoming support for flying sim controllers.
3. It had a quickly and highly adjustable design for different size gamers as I host sim game parties in my home with both adults and kids getting turns which require quick adjustment for a large range of sizes.
After ordering this chair and setting it up with my driving sim controller (Logitech G29 wheel, pedals and shifter) I was very pleased with its ergonomics, ruggedness and ease of use/assembly. The mounting brackets and systems were solid, not shaky or flimsy feeling while still being easily adjustable - the perfect combination.
Now, to the main issue with the decision to buy this system over the next option which was over $400 more - the ability to support both driving and flying sim controllers simultaneously. The support for the flying controllers weren't actually released yet when I purchased the chair so I kept in touch with OpenWheeler customer support about when/where the brackets for the flight stick and throttle system would be available. Originally OpenWheeler customer support stated it would be middle of August when the add-on brackets would be available but when contacting them around that time they were still not available. Even though I was a bit disappointed I couldn't complain too loudly because the customer support rep, Dimitar, came through with phenomenal support by sending the beta version of the brackets to me for free. Yes, you heard me correct - for free! They had a few more available they hadn't shipped yet and since I was anxious to get the add-on brackets Dimitar sent them to me for me to test and provide feedback for. Wow, that was awesome! The brackets weren't specific to any one controller and they weren't painted but they worked great and you can be very sure that the finished product will be much more refined. The brackets were similarly solid while easily adjustable and only requiring 2 set screw knobs to swap out the shifter bracket on the right with the flight stick bracket which could be done in under a minute. While I don't typically swap between games that quickly I like the fact it is quick and easy to do. The controller is still mounted to the bracket and just the bracket is swapped out so no actual controller mounting is ever fussed with. The flight throttle on the left is usually left in place at all times so that makes it really easy.
I can't say enough about the great customer support I received and if that makes any difference to you then I can vouch that OpenWheeler will take care of you. Really glad I purchased this sim gaming chair. I will buy from them again for sure if I need add-on options in the future like seat risers or bass speaker tactile transducer to get the feel right.
Excellent product and design. Phenomenal customer support. Great price. What more could you expect?
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2019
1. It was small and would fit in my small space I have carved out for my sim gaming systems.
2. OpenWheeler customer support had responded to my inquiries about adding on flight stick and throttle (HOTAS) bracket options with their upcoming support for flying sim controllers.
3. It had a quickly and highly adjustable design for different size gamers as I host sim game parties in my home with both adults and kids getting turns which require quick adjustment for a large range of sizes.
After ordering this chair and setting it up with my driving sim controller (Logitech G29 wheel, pedals and shifter) I was very pleased with its ergonomics, ruggedness and ease of use/assembly. The mounting brackets and systems were solid, not shaky or flimsy feeling while still being easily adjustable - the perfect combination.
Now, to the main issue with the decision to buy this system over the next option which was over $400 more - the ability to support both driving and flying sim controllers simultaneously. The support for the flying controllers weren't actually released yet when I purchased the chair so I kept in touch with OpenWheeler customer support about when/where the brackets for the flight stick and throttle system would be available. Originally OpenWheeler customer support stated it would be middle of August when the add-on brackets would be available but when contacting them around that time they were still not available. Even though I was a bit disappointed I couldn't complain too loudly because the customer support rep, Dimitar, came through with phenomenal support by sending the beta version of the brackets to me for free. Yes, you heard me correct - for free! They had a few more available they hadn't shipped yet and since I was anxious to get the add-on brackets Dimitar sent them to me for me to test and provide feedback for. Wow, that was awesome! The brackets weren't specific to any one controller and they weren't painted but they worked great and you can be very sure that the finished product will be much more refined. The brackets were similarly solid while easily adjustable and only requiring 2 set screw knobs to swap out the shifter bracket on the right with the flight stick bracket which could be done in under a minute. While I don't typically swap between games that quickly I like the fact it is quick and easy to do. The controller is still mounted to the bracket and just the bracket is swapped out so no actual controller mounting is ever fussed with. The flight throttle on the left is usually left in place at all times so that makes it really easy.
I can't say enough about the great customer support I received and if that makes any difference to you then I can vouch that OpenWheeler will take care of you. Really glad I purchased this sim gaming chair. I will buy from them again for sure if I need add-on options in the future like seat risers or bass speaker tactile transducer to get the feel right.
Excellent product and design. Phenomenal customer support. Great price. What more could you expect?
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This worked ideally for my thrustmaster T300rs setup. Sturdy and comfortable enough with a good range of adjustability. Only in extreme cirumstances when playing GT Sport did I feel the platform where the steering wheel sits wasn't sturdy enough to keep the column from twisting slightly to the left when inputing quick steering adjustments. It happens very oddly depending on the inputs I'm attempting to make. Otherwise, the whole setup is very sturdy.
This will more than hold up for the occasional enthusiast using the more novice/advanced steering wheel setups. You would not want this if you're attempting to use a Fantec wheel setup. That particular steering wheel requires a very sturdy mount. You would want a more professional setup if you plan to run that type of wheel. Otherwise, anything from Logitech or Thrustmaster will be ideally suited for this.
Comes with wheels to ease tucking it out of the way when not in use.