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
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+
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.
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- 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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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
Who Best For
- Professional and amateur motorsport drivers using simulation to improve real-world performance.
- GT3, GT4, Formula, Prototype and Touring Car racers seeking maximum steering fidelity.
- Karting drivers developing smoother steering inputs and greater consistency.
- Competitive sim racers competing in iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Le Mans Ultimate and rFactor 2.
- Drivers upgrading from belt-driven or entry-level direct drive systems.
- Racers wanting a premium direct drive experience without stepping up to ultra-high torque (25–30Nm+) wheelbases.
- Sim racers who value precision, reliability and future expandability within the Asetek SimSports ecosystem.
Why We Recommend
Outstanding force feedback fidelity
The Forte produces up to 18Nm of peak torque, providing the strength needed to faithfully reproduce steering loads while retaining exceptional detail. More importantly, it delivers subtle information from the tyres, suspension and road surface that helps drivers understand exactly what the car is doing at every stage of a corner.
Fast, responsive steering feel
One of the Forte's standout characteristics is its responsiveness. Its high encoder resolution (approximately 4 million steps per revolution) and rapid force feedback response allow the wheel to communicate grip changes, kerb strikes and weight transfer with impressive clarity, helping drivers react earlier and more confidently.
Built for serious performance
The Forte features a rigid aluminium chassis, industrial-grade motor technology and Asetek's robust quick release system. Every component is engineered to minimise flex, maximise durability and deliver consistent performance through thousands of hours of racing and training.
Powerful software without unnecessary complexity
Asetek's RaceHub software allows drivers to fine-tune force feedback, steering range, damping and other parameters with intuitive controls. Whether you're chasing ultimate realism or adapting the wheelbase to different cars, adjustments are straightforward and highly effective.
Excellent long-term investment
While there are more powerful wheelbases available, 18Nm represents an ideal performance level for most serious drivers. It offers ample headroom for high-downforce race cars while remaining comfortable enough for long practice sessions and endurance racing. For many drivers, it is a wheelbase they are unlikely to outgrow.
It Helps Improve
- The detailed and consistent feedback provided by the Forte helps drivers develop skills that transfer directly to both simulator competition and real-world motorsport
- Steering precision - feel exactly when the front tyres begin to lose grip, allowing smoother steering corrections and more accurate car placement.
- Trail braking - Understand how weight transfers through the chassis during corner entry, making it easier to brake deeper while maintaining stability.
- Car control - recognise understeer, oversteer and changing grip levels earlier, improving confidence in both dry and wet conditions.
- Consistency - repeat braking points, turn-in points and corner exits with greater confidence, leading to more consistent lap times over long stints.
- Faster reactions - the wheelbase's rapid response enables quicker corrections during slides, kerb strikes and unexpected changes in vehicle balance.
- Racecraft - build confidence driving wheel-to-wheel by developing a better understanding of available grip, allowing cleaner overtakes and stronger defensive driving.
- The detailed and consistent feedback provided by the Forte helps drivers develop skills that transfer directly to both simulator competition and real-world motorsport
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
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
Other info / Ask us a question!
- 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
