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Thrustmaster T3PM Pedals (bundled with T248R)
Two-pedal metal set with magnetic sensors that plugs into the T248R wheel base
Thrustmaster's three-pedal T3PM set bundled with the T248R, 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 a spring-style pedal, so you judge braking by how far it moves more than by how hard you press.
Light metal pedals feel fine for casual driving.
They can creep across a smooth floor unless you brace them against a wall or stopper.
Like pressing a firm kitchen-scale spring: easy to push, with little resistance building at the end.
What the T3PM (T248R) works with
- Comes in the box with the Thrustmaster T248R (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 T248R (PlayStation/PC)In the box | PS5XboxPC | 70 |
Tech facts
| Pedals | 3 |
|---|---|
| Brake sensor | Hall |
| Throttle sensor | Hall |
| Brake firmness settings | 4 |
| Power supply | None; powered through the wheel base |
| Connection | RJ12 cable to the T248R 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 pedals are what you get in the box with the Thrustmaster T248R. They aren't sold as a standalone upgrade, so the question is whether they're good enough to live with. Thrustmaster markets them as a two-pedal set (throttle and brake) with magnetic, contactless sensors and metal pedal arms. Magnetic sensing avoids the potentiometer wear and drift that older budget pedals suffered from. They connect to the wheel base by an RJ12 cable, so they need no separate power supply or USB port.
Expect a typical entry-level brake feel. The pedal is a spring-based unit and not a load cell. You'll judge braking by travel more than by pressure, which makes consistent trail-braking harder to learn than on a load-cell set. This is fine for a first rig, but it's the first component most people upgrade.
Check the entry before relying on it: this is a two-pedal set, so there's no clutch. The "4 brake firmness settings" figure and the exact pedal travel aren't confirmed here. The set is light, and on a desk or carpet it can slide without a stopper or a mounting plate. Because it uses Thrustmaster's own connector, you can't swap in third-party USB pedals without leaving the wheel base's pedal port unused.
Questions buyers ask
Do these have a clutch pedal?
No. The T248R bundle comes with a two-pedal set (throttle and brake). The entry's pedalCount of 3 looks wrong. A clutch is only needed for manual cars with a clutch, and Thrustmaster sells separate add-ons for that.
How do I connect them?
Plug the pedal cable (RJ12) into the pedal port on the back of the T248R wheel base. The base connects to your PC or console over USB, and the pedals need no power or USB of their own.
Can I upgrade or replace them later?
Yes. Many people move to load-cell pedals, which give a more consistent brake feel. Thrustmaster-compatible RJ12 pedals plug straight in. Some third-party USB pedal sets work on PC, but they connect separately and need their own USB port.