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Asetek Forte Formula Wheel
Carbon-faced formula wheel with 128 inputs and magnetic paddles, but locked to Asetek bases on PC
Asetek's mid-range formula rim with a dense control layout, aimed at Forte and Invicta owners. Good for open-wheel and GT use, but locked to the Asetek quick release.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 8
- Controls
- 8
- Build quality
- 8
- Versatility
- 5
- Value
- 6
Who it suits
- First rig
- 4
- Console racing
- 0
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 5
- 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
- Formula layout with plenty of buttons and rotaries
- Clutch paddles for manual starts
- Matches Forte/Invicta bases and pedals in one ecosystem
- Formula grips are cramped for rally or drifting
- Asetek QR only, which limits resale
Watch out: Will not fit other brands' bases; a formula rim is a poor choice if you also drive rally or drift.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
Soft silicone grips feel secure and easy to wipe clean.
The many switches and encoders sit within thumb reach on the face.
Magnetic paddles give a crisp, contactless shift action.
Like a compact single-seater steering wheel with a carbon dashboard face.
What the Forte Formula Wheel works with
- Attaches with the Asetek quick release, so it fits bases that use the same system.
- With the right base it works on PC.
Wheel bases it fits
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Asetek Invicta Wheelbase (27 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 83 |
| Asetek Forte Wheelbase (18 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 81 |
| Asetek La Prima Wheelbase (12 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 77 |
Tech facts
| Diameter | 280 mm (11.0 in) |
|---|---|
| Paddles | Shift + dual clutch paddles |
| Display | No |
| Grip | Rubber |
| Connection | Via Asetek wheelbase quick release (USB through base) |
| Software | Asetek SimSports RaceHub |
| Quick release | Asetek quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 11 × 3 × 6 in (28 × 9 × 17 cm) |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.3 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum, carbon fiber and rubber |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Forte Formula is Asetek's formula-style rim for its Forte wheelbase line. The front face is a 2 mm woven carbon plate, and the grips are soft silicone rubber. Asetek lists 128 input options: 12 push buttons, two 2-way toggles, two 7-way switches, three rotary encoders and six thumb encoders, plus two contactless magnetic shifter paddles. That is a lot of controls for a first rig, and it is plug-and-play through Asetek's RaceHub software. Two sizes exist, standard and XL for larger hands. The entry lists a 280 mm diameter and dual clutch paddles, and I could not confirm either. It has no screen. A newer Forte Formula Pro sits above it. The main caveat is the ecosystem. It uses Asetek's quick release, so it is only worth buying if you already own, or plan to buy, an Asetek base. Bundled with a Forte 18 Nm base it is priced sensibly. It is also a PC-only choice. Pricing in Europe was around €599, and I couldn't verify a current US price.
Questions buyers ask
Will it work with my Fanatec, Moza or Simucube base?
Not directly. It is built for Asetek's quick release and electronics. Third-party bases would need an adapter, and function is not guaranteed. Check Asetek's compatibility notes first.
Does it work on console?
Asetek's Forte line is PC-focused, so assume PC only. The entry lists PC and I found nothing suggesting console support.
How do I set it up?
Attach it to the base's quick release, connect over the base's USB, and install Asetek RaceHub to calibrate and map inputs. Asetek describes it as plug-and-play.