Heusinkveld · set of pedals · 2017
Heusinkveld Sprint (3-pedal)
Load-cell brake with up to 65 kg force, fully adjustable steel pedals, plain USB, no power brick
Heusinkveld's mid-range set, known for consistent load-cell braking and long-lasting build. A common 'buy once' pedal for serious PC racers.
AI rating
- Brake feel
- 9
- Consistency
- 9
- Adjustability
- 8
- Build quality
- 9
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 5
- Console racing
- 0
- Competitive racing
- 9
- Small rooms
- 6
- Tight budgets
- 5
- Enthusiasts
- 8
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Highly consistent load-cell brake up to 65 kg
- Proven reliability and strong resale value
- Wide adjustment of pedal spacing, travel and stiffness
- 65 kg max is lower than Ultimate+ for heavy-braking users
- No hydraulic damper, unlike the Ultimate+
Watch out: USB to PC only; must be bolted to a rig or pedal plate. Prices vary a lot by configuration.
What it feels like
- Stiffness
- Progression
- Damping
- Travel
- Noise
The brake is firm and you push on it by pressure, not by how far it travels.
You can swap elastomers and springs to make it stiffer or softer.
Steel parts feel solid and don't flex under hard stomps.
Like pressing down on a firm bathroom scale with your foot, rather than a spring pedal.
What the Sim Pedals Sprint works with
- Connects to a PC by USB. It doesn't work on PS5 or Xbox.
- On PC it works next to any wheel base.
Wheel bases it plugs into
None: it only connects by USB.
Rigs that use it
- Track Day TriplesPC · $6,828
Tech facts
| Pedals | 3 |
|---|---|
| Brake sensor | Load cell |
| Max brake force | 65 kg (143 lb) |
| Throttle sensor | Load cell |
| Power supply | None; USB powered |
| Connection | USB (1 port), Windows 10/11 |
| Software | Heusinkveld SmartControl |
| Size (W × D × H) | 13 × 15 × 11 in (33 × 38 × 27 cm) |
| Weight | 20 lb (9 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum and steel |
| Released | 2017 |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Heusinkveld Sprint is a step up from entry pedals and is often described as the point where pedals get serious. The brake uses a 120 kg load cell, and the listed pedal-plate force is up to 65 kg. It measures pressure rather than travel, which is how people build repeatable braking muscle memory. The body is CNC and laser-cut steel, and the pedals are highly adjustable. Setup and tuning run through SmartControl on Windows, where you can shape response curves and swap elastomers or springs to change the feel.
For a first rig, the Sprint is a long-term buy and an expensive one. The 3-pedal set is listed around $800 at US retailers, and the clutch is only worth it for rally, drifting, or manual-shift cars. It connects by one USB cable and needs no separate power supply. You still need a rig or plate that can handle hard brake stomps, and you may need to choose a mounting. Our entry's claim that the throttle and clutch use load cells is not confirmed. Check the brand page before relying on it.
Questions buyers ask
Do the Sprint pedals work on console?
No. They are USB pedals for Windows PCs (Windows 10/11) and are not officially supported on PlayStation or Xbox.
Do I need a power supply or special plug?
No. The pedals run from one USB port, so there is no wall adapter and no outlet is needed.
Is the 3-pedal set worth it over the 2-pedal set?
Only if you drive cars with a clutch (rally, drift, vintage or manual-shift cars). Otherwise the 2-pedal set costs less, at roughly $590 per the entry.