Thrustmaster Quick Release Upgrade

Level: entryReleased 2024

"A low-cost upgrade that helps older compatible Thrustmaster rims move cleanly into the brand’s newer direct drive ecosystem."

€29.99

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Platforms

pcps5ps4xbox-series-x|sxbox-one

Ecosystem

thrustmastert818t598

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// Editorial verdict

The Quick Release Upgrade is one of the most practical accessories in the Thrustmaster catalog because it extends the life of older compatible wheel rims instead of forcing users to replace them outright. By converting them to the native quick release standard for the T818, T598, and future bases, it improves compatibility and can also sharpen force feedback transmission. It is not exciting hardware, but for the right setup it is a very smart value upgrade.

Strengths

·Affordable way to convert older compatible rims to the native quick release standard
·Compatible with T818, T598, and future Thrustmaster bases
·Improves force feedback transmission feel
·Lets users keep older Thrustmaster rims in the new ecosystem
·Smaller and cleaner solution than a removable adapter

Weaknesses

·Not compatible with every Thrustmaster rim
·Not compatible with the Formula Wheel Add-On Ferrari SF1000 Edition
·Requires installation and partial disassembly
·Only useful if you own a supported older rim and a newer base

Specifications

type: Quick release conversion kit
features: Native compatibility with T818,Native compatibility with T598,Compatible with future Thrustmaster bases,Improved force feedback transmission,Tool-based self installation
function: Native quick release upgrade
weight g: 110
box contents: 1 x Quick Release Upgrade with cable,1 x cable with alternate connector,3 x screws,1 x Torx key,Documentation
dimensions cm: [object Object]

Compatibility

notes: Not compatible with Formula Wheel Add-On Ferrari SF1000 Edition,For non-compatible rims, use the Quick Release Adapter instead,Platform compatibility depends on the attached base
compatible with: TM Leather 28 GT Wheel Add-On,TM Open Wheel Add-On,Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition,599XX EVO 30 Wheel Add-On Alcantara Edition,Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco R383 Mod,TM Competition Wheel Add-On Sparco P310 Mod,Ferrari 488 Challenge Wheel,T500 RS Wheel,T300 Ferrari Alcantara Wheel,T818,T598
platform compatibility: PC,PlayStation 5,PlayStation 4,Xbox Series X|S,Xbox One