Thrustmaster · wheel base · 2024

Thrustmaster T598 (PS5/PC)

Entry-level 5 Nm direct-drive wheel and pedal bundle for PlayStation and PC

Thrustmaster's entry direct drive bundle for PS5: a 5 Nm axial direct drive base with short overshoot bursts toward 10 Nm, a quick-release Sportcar rim and the two-pedal Raceline LTE set. One of the cheapest ways into direct drive on PlayStation.

AI rating

Good for a wheel base at this price. Best for: A PS5 racer who wants direct drive without paying Fanatec or Logitech direct drive prices.

Force feedback detail: 7
Strength: 6
Smoothness: 7
Ecosystem: 7
Quietness: 6
Value: 8

Who it suits

First rig: 7
Console racing: 9
Competitive racing: 7
Small rooms: 7
Tight budgets: 7
Enthusiasts: 5

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

Direct drive detail and responsiveness for about $500 with rim and pedals
Thrustmaster quick release accepts SF1000, Hypercar and other add-on rims
Raceline LTE pedals can be upgraded with Thrustmaster's load cell kit

5 Nm sustained is modest; heavy cars feel light at realistic settings
Only two pedals out of the box (no clutch)
PS5 and PC only: no PS4, and Xbox needs the separate T598-X

Watch out: Only throttle and brake are included: a clutch comes from adding Thrustmaster's Raceline load cell kit, and some older add-on rims may need an adapter.

What it feels like

Strength
Detail
Smoothness
Noise
Heat

Strong enough to feel kerbs and weight transfer, but not to fight you.

Smooth and free of cogging at low speed.

The two-pedal set feels basic next to the base.

Like a good hot hatch: lively and fun but not a supercar.

What the T598 works with

Works on PlayStation 5 and PC.
In the box: Thrustmaster T598 Sportcar Wheel Rim (bundled) and Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals LTE (bundled with T598).
Wheels attach with the Thrustmaster quick release.
Pedals plug into the base, which is what lets them work on console.

Wheels that fit the Thrustmaster T598 (PS5/PC)

Platforms show where each pairing works.

Part	Works on	Note	Score
Thrustmaster T598 Sportcar Wheel Rim (bundled)In the box	PS5XboxPC	In the box	63
Thrustmaster Ferrari SF1000 Edition Wheel Add-On	PS5XboxPC		80
Thrustmaster Hypercar Wheel Add-On	PS5XboxPC		73
Thrustmaster EVO Racing 32R Leather Wheel Add-On	PS5XboxPC		70

Pedals that plug into it

These connect through the base's pedal port, so they work on every platform the base supports.

Part	Works on	Note	Score
Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals LTE (bundled with T598)In the box	PS5XboxPC	In the box	57

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	Note	Score
Thrustmaster TH8A ShifterPlugs into the base	PS5XboxPC	Plugs into the base	76
Thrustmaster TH8S Shifter Add-OnPlugs into the base	PS5XboxPC	Plugs into the base	63
Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod+Plugs into the base	PS5XboxPC	Plugs into the base	72
Heusinkveld Sim Shifter SequentialUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	83
Simagic DS-8X ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	80
Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5USB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	78
Moza SGP Sequential ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	74
Moza HGP H-Pattern ShifterUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	71
Heusinkveld Sim HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	82
Simagic TB-1 HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	76
Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V2USB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	72
Moza HBP HandbrakeUSB to the PC	PS5XboxPC	USB to the PC	72

Cockpits and stands

With 5 Nm of torque, a frame rated below that flexes and one rated far below it shakes.

Part	Detail	Verdict
Sim-Lab GT1 Evo Sim Racing Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Fits
Sim-Lab P1X Pro Sim Racing Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 32 Nm	Fits
Trak Racer TR80 Lite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing F-GT Elite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 30 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing GTElite Aluminum Cockpit (frame only)	Rated about 25 Nm	Fits
Playseat Trophy	Rated about 12 Nm	Fits
Trak Racer TR8 Pro Racing Simulator (frame only)	Rated about 15 Nm	Fits
Fanatec CSL Cockpit V1.5 (frame only)	Rated about 12 Nm	Fits
Playseat Challenge X - Logitech G Edition	Rated about 8 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing GTLite Pro Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 10 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand 2.0	Rated about 8 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand DD	Rated about 12 Nm	Fits
GT Omega APEX Wheel Stand	Rated about 8 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing GTtrack Cockpit	Rated about 12 Nm	Fits
GT Omega ART Racing Cockpit (with RS6 seat)	Rated about 10 Nm	Fits
Playseat Evolution PRO - ActiFit	Rated about 8 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing Wheel Stand Lite	Rated about 5 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing GTLite Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 6 Nm	Fits
Next Level Racing F-GT Lite Foldable Cockpit	Rated about 6 Nm	Fits

Tech facts

Drive type	Direct
Torque	5 Nm
Peak torque	10 Nm
Wheel included	Yes
Pedals included	Yes
Mounting	Desk clamp or bolted to a rig
Power supply	External 98 W power supply
Power draw	98 W
Connection	USB to console/PC; pedals plug into the base
Input lag	5 ms
Software	Thrustmaster Control Panel (PC); Race Dash on-base screen
Quick release	Thrustmaster quick release
Size (W × D × H)	8 × 11 × 8 in (20 × 29 × 20 cm)
Weight	10 lb (4.5 kg)
Materials	Plastic, steel and aluminum
Released	2024
Platforms	PS5XboxPC

Our take

AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.

The T598 is Thrustmaster's cheapest direct-drive wheelbase, sold as a bundle with a 30 cm rim and Raceline LTE pedals. That makes it a complete starting rig for PS5 or PC drivers who want to move past belt or gear-driven wheels. Thrustmaster rates it at 5 Nm constant with +100% overshoot, so short peaks can go well above the constant figure. Its axial-flux motor is designed to avoid cogging, which should give cleaner low-speed detail than a typical gear-driven base. The base has a built-in Race Dash screen for settings, and an external 98 W power supply. The weak spot is the pedals. They are two-pedal and have no load cell, so a Load Cell upgrade is the first thing most buyers will want. Its 5 Nm is also modest next to other direct-drive bases, and Thrustmaster's own ecosystem is less open than some rivals'. Check any older Thrustmaster add-on rim before you buy, because some may need an adapter. It suits a first-rig buyer who wants a plug-and-play PlayStation setup and plans to upgrade the pedals later.

Questions buyers ask

Does the T598 work on PS4?

Yes. Thrustmaster's page lists PS5, PS4 and PC (Windows 10/11). Xbox is not supported, because the T598 X is a separate Xbox version.

Do I need to buy pedals separately?

No. The bundle includes the rim and Raceline LTE two-pedal set. A Load Cell upgrade can add a third pedal and a more realistic brake.

Can I use my other Thrustmaster rims or the T-LCM pedals?

Thrustmaster doesn't list T-LCM or TH8A support for the T598, so treat it as unverified. Some older rims may need an adapter. Check Thrustmaster's compatibility list before buying.