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Thrustmaster T3PM Pedals (bundled with T-GT II)
Three-pedal metal-ish Hall-sensor set bundled with the T-GT II; RJ12 plugs into the wheel base.
Thrustmaster's three-pedal T3PM set bundled with the T-GT II, using magnetic Hall-effect sensors and a brake with four firmness settings. Accurate and wear-free, but light and travel-based compared with a load cell.
AI rating
- Brake feel
- 5
- Consistency
- 7
- Adjustability
- 6
- Build quality
- 5
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 8
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 4
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 7
- Enthusiasts
- 2
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
- Hall-effect (H.E.A.R.T.) sensors don't wear or spike like potentiometers
- Brake firmness adjustable in four steps; pedal faces adjustable
- Includes a clutch for H-shifter use
- Light, mostly plastic base slides on hard floors without a rig
- Brake is position-based, not a load cell
Watch out: Plugs into the wheel base only (no USB); on hard floors you will want a wheel stand or cockpit.
What it feels like
- Stiffness
- Progression
- Damping
- Travel
- Noise
The brake is soft and springy, so you feel travel more than pressure.
The metal arms feel firmer than plastic budget sets, but the whole unit is light and can slide without a stop.
Swapping in the firmness parts stiffens the brake without changing how it works.
Like pressing a stiff sponge rather than a solid wall.
What the T3PM (T-GT II) works with
- Comes in the box with the Thrustmaster T-GT II (PlayStation/PC); it isn't sold on its own.
- Plugs into the wheel base; there's no USB cable. It works on whatever platforms the base supports.
Wheel bases it plugs into
Plugged into one of these, it works on the platforms shown.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Thrustmaster T-GT II (PlayStation/PC)In the box | PS5XboxPC | 63 |
Tech facts
| Pedals | 3 |
|---|---|
| Brake sensor | Hall |
| Throttle sensor | Hall |
| Brake firmness settings | 4 |
| Connection | RJ12 to wheel base |
| Software | Thrustmaster Control Panel (PC) |
| Size (W × D × H) | 17 × 13 × 8 in (43 × 34 × 21 cm) |
| Weight | 6 lb (2.6 kg) |
| Materials | Plastic and steel |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The T3PM is the pedal set that ships with the Thrustmaster T-GT II (and is also sold separately). It has three pedals (accelerator, brake, clutch) with metal pedal arms and magnetic Hall-effect sensors on the throttle and brake, so there are no potentiometers to wear out. Pedals connect via an RJ12 cable to the wheel base, not to the PC, which means they only work with a compatible Thrustmaster base and use no extra USB port. The brake uses a spring/elastomer stack; Thrustmaster supplies alternative stiffness parts so you can firm up the feel, but it is still a travel-based brake rather than a load-cell, so braking consistency depends on muscle memory over pressure. For a first rig it is a solid, no-fuss starting point: adequate for casual and intermediate GT driving and Gran Turismo on PlayStation. The base is fairly light and can slide on carpet or a plain floor unless fixed to a rig or the wall. The main upgrade path is a load-cell brake, such as Thrustmaster's own, or third-party sets that can use the same RJ12 port or a separate USB connection.
Questions buyers ask
Do these work with my PC or PS5 without the wheel?
No. The T3PM connects by RJ12 to the wheel base, so it needs a compatible Thrustmaster base such as the T-GT II. It has no USB output of its own.
Is the brake a load cell?
No. It uses a Hall sensor on pedal travel with a spring/elastomer stack. Thrustmaster's firmness parts let you stiffen it, but it still reads position, not pressure.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. Many people move to a load-cell brake or a full USB pedal set. Check that the replacement supports your platform and, if RJ12, that it is compatible with the base.