Thrustmaster · wheel · 2025
Thrustmaster T598-X Sportcar Wheel Rim (bundled)
Bundled round Sportcar rim for the T598-X direct drive base, with two paddles
The 30 cm round Sportcar rim bundled with the T598-X, on Thrustmaster's quick release. A competent all-rounder that does the job until you add a formula or GT add-on rim.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 7
- Controls
- 6
- Build quality
- 6
- Versatility
- 6
- Value
- 6
Who it suits
- First rig
- 7
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 5
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 6
- Enthusiasts
- 3
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
- 30 cm diameter suits road cars and drifting
- Detachable via Thrustmaster quick release
- Console button layout with mode controls for the base
- Plain materials for a direct drive bundle
- No display or rev lights
Watch out: Fits Thrustmaster quick-release bases; this rim's buttons are labelled for the bundle's console.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
A round GT-style rim that should feel familiar if you've held a typical sportcar wheel.
Two paddles sit behind the rim for quick up and down shifts.
Quick release lets you take it off the base without tools.
About the size of a small sports-car steering wheel.
What the T598-X Sportcar rim works with
- Comes in the box with the Thrustmaster T598-X (Xbox/PC); it isn't sold on its own.
- 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-X (Xbox/PC)In the box | PS5XboxPC | 71 |
| Thrustmaster T598 (PS5/PC) | PS5XboxPC | 73 |
| 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
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
|---|---|
| Paddles | 2 |
| Connection | Attaches to the T598-X base via Thrustmaster quick release; the base connects by USB |
| Quick release | Thrustmaster quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 12 × 4 × 12 in (30 × 11 × 30 cm) |
| Materials | Plastic, rubber and steel |
| Released | 2025 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Sportcar rim is the wheel that ships with the Thrustmaster T598-X, the Xbox and PC version of the T598 direct drive line. You don't pick it separately. It's the reason the bundle works out of the box. It's a round, GT-style rim of roughly 30 cm (per the entry; I couldn't confirm the figure) with two paddle shifters, and it attaches to the base through Thrustmaster's quick-release system. For a first-rig buyer, that means you can start driving without researching rims. It also means you can swap to other Thrustmaster-compatible rims later if the mount allows it. Check compatibility first, because Thrustmaster's ecosystem is its own and doesn't match other brands' mounts. Grip material, exact button count and any display features aren't verified here. Look at the official spec sheet before assuming it has the layout you want for Xbox menus or console-style button mapping. Buyers who mainly race GT and road cars will probably find a round rim of this size familiar. Open-wheel and formula fans will eventually want a different rim.
Questions buyers ask
Can I buy this rim separately?
It's listed as bundled with the T598-X. Standalone availability isn't confirmed, so check Thrustmaster's accessory pages.
Does it work on PlayStation 5?
The T598-X is the Xbox/PC version. Thrustmaster sells a separate T598 for PlayStation and PC. Confirm the platform on the exact bundle you buy.
Can I swap it for another rim later?
It uses Thrustmaster's quick-release mount, so other Thrustmaster rims designed for that mount should fit. Check the specific rim's compatibility with the T598 line before ordering.