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Active Flight Controls

FFBeast

Active Flight Controls: category illustration, not the specific product

$910.00

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WINCTRL Cyber Taurus Joystick Base E.D.16.Metal

WINCTRL

WINCTRL Cyber Taurus Joystick Base E.D.16.Metal: category illustration, not the specific product

$857.00

$928.43

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Price	$910.00	$857.00 $928.43
Availability	Out of stock	Preorder
CockpitSquare overview	A force-feedback joystick base for PC flight simulation. The product includes the active-controls base, a grip connection interface, PSU adapters and cables, while the grip and power supply must be purchased separately.	A full-metal direct-drive force-feedback joystick base for flight simulation. The E.D.16.Metal provides ±15° axis travel, 16 N·m torque in each listed direction, USB-B computer communication, and mounting support for WINCTRL grips, desk mounts, and EU-standard 4080 profiles.
Aircraft	Not specified	Not specified
Aviation category	Universal / Generic	Universal / Generic
Compatibility & connections
Supported simulators	Microsoft Flight Simulator: MSFS X-Plane: X-Plane DCS: DCS IL-2: il-2 War Thunder / Ace of Thunder: Warthunder/Ace of Thunder Condor 2 / Condor 3: Condor 2 / Condor 3	Other: Supported games and aircraft modules via SimAppPro; no named simulator is specified in the consulted material.
Connections	USB: USB cable to PC Power: External power supply required	USB: USB-B computer communication interface; included data cable connects the base to a computer. Proprietary: PS2 joystick-grip interface; RJ6P6C expansion interfaces; RJ4P4C emergency-stop interface.
Software requirements	FFBeast Commander: Optional/accompanying software for telemetry effects and titles without native force-feedback support Operating system: Windows	SimAppPro: Required for product customization; the manual instructs users to run SimAppPro before entering the game. Firmware updates: Firmware upgrades are performed through SimAppPro.
Physical requirements	Grip: Compatible grip required; not included Power supply: PSU required; not included	External power: Included power adapter and power cable are required; the manual specifies a 48V DC power interface. Joystick grip: A compatible joystick grip must be connected for use. Stable mounting: The product must be firmly installed; compatible installation includes a desk mount or EU-standard 4080 profile bars. Mounting hardware/profile bars may be separate or user-provided.
Hardware compatibility	Thrustmaster F-16 grip: Compatible Thrustmaster F-18 grip: Compatible VPC FLNKR grip: Compatible VPC Alpha grip: Compatible VPC Alpha Prime grip: Compatible VPC VFX grip: Compatible VPC Mongoost grip: Compatible VPC Mongoost CM2 grip: Compatible Tianhang F-18 grip: Compatible Custom shift-register grips: Compatible	WINCTRL joystick grips: Compatible with WINCTRL joystick grips through the grip interface; exact grip models are not specified in the consulted manual. EU-standard 4080 profile bars: Supports installation with EU-standard 4080 profile bars. WINCTRL desk mount: Can be installed with a compatible desk mount; the bracket and desk mount are sold separately.
Simulator add-on compatibility	Not specified	Not specified
Dimensions & details
Product dimensions	Not specified	Length: 320 mm Width: 166 mm Height: 342 mm Installation hole patterns: Four Ø8.2 mm round holes with 40 mm × 148 mm spacing; four 8.2 mm × 23.2 mm slot holes with 110 mm × 148 mm spacing.
Product weight	Not specified	Product weight: 17.5 kg
Additional factual details	Force-feedback capability: Rated power options of 20 Nm, 35 Nm and 45 Nm Included components: FFBeast Active Controls base, Thrustmaster/VPC-style connection interface, dual-laptop-PSU adapter, modular-PSU cable and USB cable Force-feedback mode: Native DirectX force feedback is supported; telemetry effects are available through accompanying software Color options: Silver raw aluminum or black powder coat Product status: Displayed as sold out when accessed	Product model: CT.JB.E.D.16.MET.1 Drive type: Direct Drive; the ED designation is identified as the Direct Drive Series. Axis travel: ±15° Torque: 16 N·m in each listed A, B, C, and D direction; values are theoretical maximum outputs and actual performance may vary. Construction: Full-metal construction; the product manual identifies a drive motor and installation bracket as product components. Force feedback: Force-feedback joystick base. Included items: Data cable, power adapter, RJ6P6C spring cable, RJ4P4C spring cable, power cable, and accessory bag with fasteners and hex keys. Communication protocol: HID over USB communication. Safety: Startup calibration can involve movement and high torque; stable installation and keeping clear of moving gaps are required.