Thrustmaster · wheel · 2024
Thrustmaster Hypercar Wheel Add-On
Oval hypercar-style leather/Alcantara rim with 25 buttons, 4 encoders and metal magnetic paddles
A GT/hypercar-style rectangular rim for Thrustmaster's quick release, launched in late 2024 alongside the T598. It gives T300, T-GT II, T598 and T818 owners a modern endurance-style wheel without leaving the ecosystem.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 8
- Controls
- 8
- Build quality
- 8
- Versatility
- 6
- Value
- 6
Who it suits
- First rig
- 4
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 3
- Enthusiasts
- 7
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
- Endurance-style shape suits GT3, LMDh and hypercar sims
- Works on PlayStation, Xbox and PC through any Thrustmaster QR base
- A modern alternative to Thrustmaster's older round GT rims
- About $400 list is high for an add-on
- Rectangular shape limits hand-over-hand steering for drifting and rally
- Fewer owner reviews than the SF1000
Watch out: Fits Thrustmaster quick-release bases only, not the fixed-rim T128 or T248.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
Leather and Alcantara give a soft, premium grip.
The metal paddles click with a crisp, positive feel.
At 1.4 kg it feels substantial for a rim.
Like swapping a plain steering wheel for a luxury sports car's.
What the Hypercar Wheel Add-On works with
- Attaches with the Thrustmaster quick release, so it fits bases that use the same system.
- With the right base it works on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC.
Wheel bases it fits
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Thrustmaster T598 (PS5/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 73 |
| Thrustmaster T598-X (Xbox/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 71 |
| Thrustmaster T818 Direct Drive Base (PC) | PS5XboxPC | 70 |
| Thrustmaster T300 RS GT Edition (PlayStation/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 67 |
| Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition (Xbox/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 64 |
| Thrustmaster T-GT II (PlayStation/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 63 |
Tech facts
| Connection | Thrustmaster next-gen quick release (via wheel base) |
|---|---|
| Software | Thrustmaster drivers/control panel on PC |
| Quick release | Thrustmaster quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 12 × 5 × 9 in (30 × 12 × 24 cm) |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.4 kg) |
| Materials | Plastic and steel |
| Released | 2024 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Hypercar Wheel Add-On is Thrustmaster's premium rim for people who want something that looks more like a modern road-going supercar than a GT3 race wheel. It uses an oval shape with topstitched leather and Alcantara, an aluminum faceplate, and metal paddles with magnetic sensors. Thrustmaster lists 25 action buttons (four of them aluminum rotary encoders), two configurable LEDs, and front analog triggers that can work as a clutch. Weight is 1,433 g, so it's fairly hefty for a rim; that mass will matter more on a belt-driven base than a stronger one. It uses Thrustmaster's newer quick release, so it fits the T818 and T598 and is meant for future bases. It isn't built for older bases such as the T300 or TX. Check that before buying. The list price is $399.99, which is a lot for a rim, and an entry-level buyer should weigh it against the base it will sit on. The oval shape suits road cars and hypercars but may feel odd in a round-wheel GT or formula car. It's worth it if you want the look, the encoders and the leather and Alcantara materials.
Questions buyers ask
Which wheel bases does it fit?
Thrustmaster says it works natively with the T818 and T598 and all future Thrustmaster bases, using its newer quick release. Older bases such as the T300 or TX aren't listed as compatible.
Does it work on PlayStation and Xbox?
The product page lists PS5, PS4, Xbox and PC. In practice, console support depends on the base you attach it to.
What controls does it have?
25 action buttons including four aluminum rotary encoders, two configurable LEDs, metal magnetic paddle shifters, and front analog triggers that can act as a clutch.