T248R: The essence of T248, enhanced for performance
At Thrustmaster, our goal is to make sim racing more and more accessible and immersive. The T248R racing wheel builds on the legacy of T248, retaining its strengths while benefiting from improvements that make the driving experience even smoother and more enjoyable.
With T248R, we prioritize balance between performance, comfort, and ease of use, to offer a racing wheel that’s both accessible and high-performance. So what exactly does this new version bring to the table?
T248R VS T248
How is T248R different than T248?
T248R follows on from T248 — keeping the elements that made it so successful, while improving on it and taking it to the next level.
T248 had already won users over with its high-performance hybrid system, modern interface and precise pedal set. T248R retains this solid foundation and puts the focus on several key features:
- A Force Feedback system capable of delivering 3.1 N⋅m of torque, inherited from T248, now fully showcased to highlight the precision and immersion of the driving experience.
- A next-gen interface featuring a color LCD screen and built-in LEDs.
- The T3PM magnetic pedal set, guaranteeing consistent precision that won’t decrease over time.
- A design that’s been updated to combine comfort with a sporty look.
If you liked T248, you’ll absolutely love T248R.
An updated design that exudes performance
First impressions count — especially when it comes to your racing wheel. And in that regard, T248R certainly makes a strong impression. Its design has been reworked so that it’s amazing for long gaming sessions, while also enhancing immersion.
Better handling
Like its predecessor, T248R’s wheel rim has a diameter of 11 inches / 28 cm — perfect for all driving styles. However, it features perforated leather wrapping, proving superior comfort and a fantastic grip for intense racing sessions.
A sportier look
T248R features a bolder design: imitation carbon finishes, a leather-wrapped wheel rim, and LEDs arranged in a way that evokes race car cockpits. In short, it’s a look that inspires speed.
A next-gen interface for T248R
T248R introduces a modernized interface, with a color LCD screen and 4 LEDs built directly into the wheel, echoing the philosophy of higher-end models such as T598.
The 20 customizable displays featured on T248 have been retained, but navigation is now smoother and even more ergonomic. The racing wheel also features 25 action buttons, including 2 dual-activation encoders, for maximum versatility in games.
Powerful, controlled Force Feedback
Force Feedback is the central element of a sim racing wheel: it transmits the road surface, the car’s reactions, and the subtleties of driving. T248R also features the T-HD Hybrid Drive technology that made T248 so successful, with 3.1 N⋅m of torque for realistic, dynamic immersion.
In addition, the 3 customizable Force Feedback profiles are still included, allowing users to adjust the feel according to their preferences and games, with optimizations for enhanced smoothness and comfort.
Responsive and quieter magnetic paddle shifters
Another major advance on this new model: the paddle shifters. T248R is equipped with Mag-Shift paddle shifters featuring magnetic sensors, for instant responsiveness and exemplary durability. They have been redesigned to slightly reduce noise, thereby improving user comfort while maintaining their essential precision during full-throttle driving.
Precision and durability thanks to H.E.A.R.T technology
The included T3PM magnetic pedal set is based on H.E.A.R.T technology, ensuring consistent precision over time and virtually no wear and tear. As was also the case with T248, it offers 4 adjustable pressure levels on the brake pedal — allowing users to choose between a soft or firm feel, depending on the type of simulation and their own personal preferences.
A racing wheel that everyone can agree on
T248R doesn’t turn the page on T248: it writes a new chapter. More modern and even bolder, it keeps the strengths of its predecessor while taking comfort, immersion and performance to a whole new level.
