Asetek SimSports · wheel base · 2023
Asetek La Prima Wheelbase (12 Nm)
Entry-level 12 Nm Asetek direct-drive base, PC-only, with Asetek quick release
Asetek's entry direct-drive base, sharing the same encoder and slip ring as the Forte and Invicta in a 12 Nm package. Strong hardware for the price, held back by a smaller ecosystem.
AI rating
- Force feedback detail
- 8
- Strength
- 7
- Smoothness
- 8
- Ecosystem
- 6
- Quietness
- 8
- Value
- 8
Who it suits
- First rig
- 5
- Console racing
- 0
- Competitive racing
- 7
- Small rooms
- 5
- Tight budgets
- 7
- Enthusiasts
- 6
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
- 12 Nm direct drive with the same high-resolution encoder as Asetek's flagship
- Built-in slip ring means no coiled cable to the rim
- Upgrade parts from the Forte are sold separately
- No built-in USB hub or torque-off button, unlike Forte and Invicta
- Fewer rims and dealers in the US than Simagic, Fanatec or Moza
Watch out: PC only and uses Asetek's own quick release; third-party 70 mm rims need an Asetek hub adapter.
What it feels like
- Strength
- Detail
- Smoothness
- Noise
- Heat
Strong enough to pull firmly in a GT car without feeling overwhelming.
Curbs and weight transfer come through clearly, with no belt-style notchiness.
Needs a rigid mount, or you'll feel the rig flex before you feel the base.
Like going from a power-steering car to one with no assist: you feel the road, but it stays manageable.
What the La Prima Wheelbase works with
- Works on PC.
- Sold as a base only: you also need a wheel and pedals.
- Wheels attach with the Asetek quick release.
- There's no pedal port: pedals connect to the PC by USB.
Wheels that fit the Asetek La Prima Wheelbase (12 Nm)
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Asetek Forte Formula Wheel | PS5XboxPC | 77 |
| Asetek La Prima GT Wheel | PS5XboxPC | 70 |
Pedals that plug into it
These connect through the base's pedal port, so they work on every platform the base supports.
This base has no pedal port.
USB pedals that work with it on PC
These run beside the base over USB. They don't work on console.
- Heusinkveld Ultimate+ (3-pedal) · USB to the PC88
- Asetek Invicta Pedals (2-pedal, hydraulic) · USB to the PC84
- Heusinkveld Sprint (3-pedal) · USB to the PC84
- Moza CRP2 Load Cell Pedals (Throttle + Brake) · USB to the PC82
- Simagic P1000 (3-pedal) · USB to the PC80
- Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals · USB to the PC80
- Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 · USB to the PC79
- Asetek Forte Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC79
- Thrustmaster T-LCM Pedals · USB to the PC77
- Fanatec CSL Pedals with Load Cell Kit · USB to the PC76
- Logitech G RS Pedals · USB to the PC76
- Asetek La Prima Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC74
- Fanatec CSL Pedals · USB to the PC60
Shifters and handbrakes
Plugged into the base where noted; the rest connect to a PC by USB.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Heusinkveld Sim Shifter SequentialUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 83 |
| Simagic DS-8X ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 80 |
| Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 78 |
| Thrustmaster TH8A ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 76 |
| Moza SGP Sequential ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 74 |
| Moza HGP H-Pattern ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 71 |
| Thrustmaster TH8S Shifter Add-OnUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 63 |
| Heusinkveld Sim HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 82 |
| Simagic TB-1 HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 76 |
| Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V2USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
| Moza HBP HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
| Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod+USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
Cockpits and stands
With 12 Nm of torque, a frame rated below that flexes and one rated far below it shakes.
Tech facts
| Drive type | Direct |
|---|---|
| Torque | 12 Nm |
| Rotation | Unlimited |
| Wheel included | No |
| Pedals included | No |
| Mounting | Bolts to a rig |
| Power supply | external power supply |
| Connection | USB (PC) |
| Quick release | Asetek quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 5 × 8 × 6 in (13 × 22 × 14 cm) |
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum and steel |
| Released | 2023 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The La Prima wheelbase is Asetek's cheapest way into direct drive, and the 12 Nm peak is enough for GT and formula cars without needing a heavy-duty setup. It is a PC-only USB device with Asetek's own quick release. That locks you into Asetek-compatible rims (La Prima, Forte, Invicta), but those are well made and easy to swap. The base has no pedal port, so pedals connect to the PC separately.
For a first rig, the draw is the step up in detail and linearity from belt or gear wheels, plus a base that sits on a solid hard-mount. Check three things before buying. It needs a rigid cockpit or desk mount, because 12 Nm will flex a flimsy setup. It ships without a rim, so add roughly $150 to $400 for one, which is why most people buy a bundle. And check stock and warranty support, since US availability varies by retailer and I couldn't confirm the company's current status. Compare bundle pricing too, because it's usually better than buying parts separately. Not hands-on; this is based on published specs and retailer listings.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work on Xbox or PlayStation?
No. It is PC-only over USB. Console use isn't supported.
Does it include a steering wheel?
No. The base ships without a rim. It uses Asetek's quick release, so you need an Asetek-compatible wheel such as the La Prima, Forte or Invicta. Bundles with a rim are common.
Can I mount it on a desk, or does it need a rig?
It's designed to hard-mount, to a rig or a very sturdy surface. At 12 Nm peak, a thin desk or clamp mount will flex. A rigid aluminum profile or steel cockpit is the better choice.