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Thermaltake rolls out premium GT wheel and load‑cell pedals

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Thermaltake expands its Sim Racing System with two new peripherals aimed at competitive gamers. The XRW‑G1 GT steering wheel adopts a 300 mm GT‑style rim built from CNC‑machined aluminium, carbon fiber and reinforced polymer, delivering a rigid yet lightweight feel. Integrated controls and a quick‑release hub let racers swap wheels without tools, tightening the brand’s ecosystem.

A 5‑inch touchscreen sits at the wheel’s center, showing RPM, flags and lap data in real time, while backlit buttons, rotary encoders and carbon‑fiber magnetic paddle shifters give granular customization. RGB LEDs pulse to indicate gear shifts or alerts, and the steel‑ball quick‑release system mirrors professional pit‑lane swaps. Compatibility extends across all Thermaltake wheelbases.

The XRP‑L1 load‑cell pedal set mirrors the wheel’s premium build with a single‑block CNC aluminium chassis and FEM‑optimized rigidity. A 16‑bit Hall sensor drives the throttle, while a 200 kg load cell, interchangeable springs and rubber dampers let users fine‑tune brake pressure. Adjustable angles and stainless‑steel brackets simplify installation, cementing Thermaltake’s all‑in‑one racing solution.

By bundling a high‑end wheel and load‑cell pedals, Thermaltake targets racers who crave both tactile fidelity and seamless software integration. The peripherals plug into the company’s proprietary hub and sync with Thermaltake’s calibration suite, allowing profile swaps between titles. This unified approach pressures rivals to deliver similarly complete ecosystems for serious sim enthusiasts.