Thrustmaster · wheel · 2021
Thrustmaster T248 (PlayStation) Wheel Rim (bundled)
Fixed 28 cm rubber-grip rim with magnetic paddles, a small color display and 25 buttons
The T248 (PlayStation)'s fixed 28 cm rim with an integrated LCD (gear, speed, lap data), 25 buttons and magnetic paddle shifters. The best-equipped fixed rim at this price, held back only by not being removable.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 7
- Controls
- 8
- Build quality
- 6
- Versatility
- 3
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 8
- Console racing
- 9
- Competitive racing
- 4
- Small rooms
- 8
- 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
- Built-in screen with multiple telemetry pages
- Magnetic paddles with a crisp, consistent click
- 25 buttons and encoders for in-race adjustments
- Fixed to the base: no quick release
- Rubber grip feels basic next to leather
Watch out: It is not removable; upgrading the rim means replacing the whole T248 (PlayStation).
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
The rubber grip feels secure and slightly tacky, though it isn't plush.
The magnetic paddles give a clean click without much travel.
The rim is light and mid-sized, so it turns quickly rather than feeling heavy.
Like a sporty hatchback steering wheel: a familiar size, with a bit of plastic in the feel.
What the T248 (PlayStation) rim works with
- Comes in the box with the Thrustmaster T248 (PlayStation/PC); it isn't sold on its own.
- It's fixed to its base and can't move to another one.
- With the right base it works on PlayStation 5 and PC.
Wheel bases it fits
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Thrustmaster T248 (PlayStation/PC)In the box | PS5XboxPC | 69 |
Rigs that use it
- Couch to TrackPlayStation 5 · $987
Tech facts
| Diameter | 280 mm (11.0 in) |
|---|---|
| Buttons | 25 |
| Paddles | 2 |
| Magnetic shifters | Yes |
| Display | Yes |
| Grip | Rubber |
| Connection | USB (wired) |
| Software | Thrustmaster control panel drivers (PC) |
| Quick release | built-in (not removable) |
| Size (W × D × H) | 11 × 4 × 11 in (28 × 11 × 28 cm) |
| Materials | Plastic, rubber and steel |
| Released | 2021 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The T248 PlayStation rim is not sold separately. It comes bolted to the T248 base, and Thrustmaster doesn't offer it as a swappable, quick-release rim. If you buy the T248 you get this rim, so judge the bundle as a whole. At about 28 cm it is a normal round GT-style size, with a rubber-coated grip. Two magnetic paddle shifters sit behind it. Magnetic paddles usually click crisply and avoid the mushy feel of cheap microswitch paddles. The rim carries roughly 25 buttons, which cover PlayStation face buttons, a D-pad and extra controls, so you can navigate menus and set brake bias or traction control without reaching for a controller. A small display on the rim shows data such as gear, speed and RPM in supported games, which is a nice touch at this price. The main limit is that the rim is fixed to the base, so you can't swap in a larger or leather-wrapped rim later. Treat it as a good starter rim and plan any rim upgrade as a full wheel-base change. The rubber grip is comfortable, but it is not as premium as suede or leather.
Questions buyers ask
Can I swap this rim for a different one?
Not in the normal sense. The T248 rim is fixed to the base and has no quick-release. Upgrading the rim generally means moving to a different wheel system.
Does it work on PS5 and PC?
Yes. The PlayStation edition is made for PS5, PS4 and PC. It is not for Xbox. Thrustmaster sells a separate T248X for Xbox.
Is the rim sold separately?
No. It ships only as part of the T248 PlayStation bundle with the base and pedals, so you can't buy it on its own.