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Asetek Sim Racing Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase 18Nm

£635.00£668.00

  • ✔ Direct Drive Force Feedback
  • ✔ Easy setup with RaceHub™
  • ✔ Invicta Quick Release included
  • ✔ Mount other brand wheels
  • ✔ 3mths iRacing trial offer
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Specifications
  • Please note 1: Direct Drive
  • Note 2: Asetek Quick Release included (length of 29.3cm includes quick release)
  • Note 3: iRacing 3 months trial offer for new accounts! Registration pop up will appear when setting up your Asetek product in their RaceHub™ software. Only applicable to new accounts in RaceHub™.
  • Peak Torque (Nm): 18
  • Peak Slew Rate (Nm/ms): 6.7
  • Warranty (months): 24
  • Material (Primary): Aluminium
  • Finish (3): Finish (3)
Delivery & Returns


*FREE Delivery* on all UK Mainland orders £500+

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Please note:

  • Delivery times given are estimates - we cannot guarantee these
  • Please note that delivery times can be longer, especially at very busy periods such as Black Friday and pre-Christmas
  • When buying more than one different item, your order may be split into more than one parcel and be delivered by a different courier
  • We do not deliver to PO boxes
  • Currently we deliver to the UK only
  • We deliver to non-mainland areas of the UK - which includes the Scottish Islands and Highlands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands. These will incur a surcharge shipping fee, which will be confirmed at Checkout.


Tracking your Order

On dispatch you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to track the delivery of your order. Following receipt of this dispatch confirmation email please contact the courier company direct should you have any queries regarding delivery. 

Order Delays

If we become aware that a delivery is going to be delayed for any reason we will let you know as soon as possible by email and will advise you of a revised estimated date for delivery.


Full Terms & Conditions

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30 Day Returns - buy with confidence


Please note:

  • You have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return
  • The customer is responsible for covering the return shipping cost of unwanted items (unless the wrong item was sent, or it was damaged in transit, or is faulty)
  • To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, with tags, and in its original packaging
  • You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase 
  • If good is damaged / faulty view below


How to Return

To start a return, please contact us at returns@simscapers.co.uk.  We will provide you with clear instructions. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. Please ensure you get proof of postage, as this will be required in the case of your returned item being lost in transit (without proof of postage we are unable to issue a refund).  We recommend you use shipping with tracking and an adequate insurance value.

 

Damages and issues

If your product is faulty or has been damaged in transit, we will of course issue you with a replacement. Please contact at us support@simscapers.co.uk and provide us with your order number and full details including photos of the damage.

 

Exceptions / non-returnable items

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on items purchased (in whole or in part) with gift cards.  Also, any items customised personally for the customer are non-returnable.

 

Exchanges

We don't offer goods in exchange for the item(s) you return. Of course, once you have received your full refund you can order an alternative product from our website.

 

14 day cooling off period

Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

 

Refunds Notification

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and will let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 7 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process the refund. 

 

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     MPN: 40-020-0020003
     Dimensions (HxWxD cm): 13.3x13.2x29.3
  • Authenctic Sensation Force Feedback

    Full Immersion

    You’ll immediately start to feel every bump and curve as you race on your favourite tracks worldwide.

    The Forte Direct Drive Wheelbase features a resolution of 0.000085 degrees, translating to approximately 4,000,000 steps in a single revolution of the wheel, providing you with all the signals you need to perform like a champion and trim those crucial milliseconds that make all the difference.

  • Invicta Quick Release Adapter Kit

    Opening up the Ecosystem

    The Invicta Quick Release Adapter makes it possible to mount any steering wheel with a standard hole pattern on your Asetek Racing Wheelbase.

    Asetek has partnered with some of the best wheel manufacturers in sim racing so you can buy one of their wheels with our quick release fitted right from their factory! This option allows you to have the smoothest and most flexible experience straight out of the box when switching between your favourite wheels – be they powered or non-powered wheels.

 
The Asetek Forte 18Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase delivers exceptional force feedback detail, speed and precision that rivals many flagship wheelbases. For serious drivers, it provides an outstanding balance of performance, realism and long-term value, making it one of our top choices for professional sim racing and driver training
 

Info for you

What's in the box?
  • Forte® Direct Drive Wheelbase (x1)
  • US Power Cord 1.5m (x1)
  • EU Power Cord 1.5m (x1)
  • UK Power Cord 1.5m (x1)
  • ON/OFF button box (x1)
  • Torque OFF button box (x1)
  • Power Supply 400W (x1)
  • USB-C to USB-A cable (x1) - 2 meters
What's in the box?
Important to read

Force Feedback: Direct Drive

Asetek Quick Release included (length of 29.3cm includes quick release)

iRacing 3 months trial offer for new accounts! Registration pop up will appear when setting up your Asetek product in their RaceHub™ software. Only applicable to new accounts in RaceHub™.

Compatibility
  • Assetto Corsa
  • Assetto Corsa Competizione
  • DiRT Rally
  • DiRT Rally 2.0
  • F1 Series
  • iRacing
  • Project Cars 2
  • rFactor 2

This is just a selection of game titles supported. In theory it is compatible with all games that accept direct input devices. However, beware that some titles may not be supported.

As all wheelbases are designed from the ground up, we have been able to develop an extremely compact and flexible form factor accommodating any rig and need. The wheelbase will serve as the central hub in your simulator, where you can connect your Asetek Racing™ pedals, wheels and future peripherals with up to 5 USB-C ports in the rear.  

In its simplest mounting form (default from factory), the bases come with T-nuts pre-installed in bottom grooves, enabling the motor to slide back and forth in your rig without installing long and expensive steering wheel spacers that ultimately can compromise the life and reliability of your wheelbase.

For all wheelbases, we have developed mounting options for any rig, ranging from a bottom mount, side mount, and all the way to our integrated front mounts.

Set Up & Install

In Asetek's RaceHub install software you can;

  • Setup and save profile presets
  • Adjust steering range, bumpstop hardness, and bumpstop range
  • Adjust Overall Force, Basic Damping, and Basic Smoothing
  • Set up programmable RGB LED's and control: Adjustable, dimmable, and fully configurable - also you have the option to do a complete LED shutoff

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  • Encoder Resolution: 22 bit absolute
  • Degrees Resolution: 0.000085°
  • Steps per Revolution: 4,000,000
  • Slip Ring: Designed and tested to +200,000,000 rotations
  • Programmable RGB LEDs / LED Zones: 4 / LEDs per Zone: 21 / Control: Adjustable, dimmable, and fully configurable in Asetek Racing™ RaceHub™ including complete LED shutoff
  • Note on Max Torque: All Asetek wheelbases are developed specifically for sim racing applications.
  • Holding torque is defined as continuous output for up to 40 seconds, covering even the most demanding racing scenarios across rally, oval, and road racing.
  • Power Input: 110-240 V AC
  • Max Power Output: 400W

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