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title: "Thrustmaster HOTAS Magnetic Base (Compatible with PC)"
brand: "thrustmaster"
price: "€ 386.35"
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reviews_count: 12
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# Magnetic H.E.A.R.T sensors for precision Universal PC flight sim compatibility Compatible with top Thrustmaster flight sticks Thrustmaster HOTAS Magnetic Base (Compatible with PC)

**Brand:** thrustmaster
**Price:** € 386.35
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕹️ Elevate your flight sim game with precision that sticks!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Thrustmaster HOTAS Magnetic Base (Compatible with PC) by thrustmaster
- **How much does it cost?** € 386.35 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/179151640-thrustmaster-hotas-magnetic-base-compatible-with-pc)

## Best For

- thrustmaster enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thrustmaster brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Stable & Compact Design:** Weighty yet sleek base fits perfectly on any desk or custom flight rig without compromise.
- • **True-to-Life Flight Feel:** No artificial axis tug means authentic pilot muscle memory training and immersive gameplay.
- • **Anniversary Edition Style:** Stand out with the exclusive 10th anniversary metal plate—desk or cockpit-ready.
- • **Customizable Flight Setup:** Seamlessly attach HOTAS Cougar, Warthog, F-16C Viper & F/A-18C Hornet grips for your perfect cockpit.
- • **Surgical Magnetic Precision:** Experience ultra-smooth, jitter-free control with 3D Hall Effect sensors that never degrade.

## Overview

The Thrustmaster HOTAS Magnetic Base is a precision-engineered joystick base featuring Hall Effect AccuRate Technology for flawless, long-lasting accuracy. Compatible with multiple Thrustmaster flight stick grips, it offers a customizable and realistic flight simulation experience, enhanced by a sleek detachable metal plate celebrating the 10th anniversary of the HOTAS Warthog. Ideal for serious flight sim enthusiasts seeking professional-grade control and immersive gameplay.

## Description

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick, Thrustmaster is proud to offer a standalone version of the joystick’s renowned magnetic base for the very first time, sporting a special logo to mark the occasion. Compatible with the HOTAS Cougar, HOTAS Warthog, F-16C Viper and F/A-18C Hornet flight stick grips from Thrustmaster (sold separately), the HOTAS Magnetic Base provides total adaptability — allowing for a flight experience that’s optimized and customized to meet every player’s needs and objectives.

Review: Improvement over the Original - I have 4 Warthog HOTAS systems, one stretching back to the first run when it was first offered. I also have the Cougar / TQS from before the Warthog. I use the original Warthog and Cougar to this day and when I noticed a growing clunk in the Cougar base around center (worn bearing from years of use) I decided to upgrade the base to this Magnetic one, and still use the Cougar stick...Worked perfectly, once attached, right outta the box. First, this magnetic base feels a LOT different than the original Warthog. Its much smoother and it glides in and out of axis-center (independently) without a significant center feel. It does snap to center nicely. More specifically though, there is no discernable difference in pulling force between the roll and pitch axis, when moving, say, to 050 DEG or 180 DEG or 290 DEG. The same pull is required so your arm / wrist itself must determine where to put the stick. You don't get a "tug" or holding force along the roll axis to stay centered, as you pull back on pitch. Some might not like that, but I find it realistic, based on my own IRL military pilot experience in multiple tactical aircraft. What I do notice though, is that without that distinctive off intended axis tug from the original base, you can wander off to an off-axis input if your stick isn't centered with your arm. Just like IRL. In time I am certain I will have the muscle memory to prevent that, but for now, I do notice occasional off axis input by my own doing. Nonetheless, it tracks very precisely, as you would expect. No noticeable jitter yet (3 weeks of use). There is no rubber gasket as the stick base interface. Rather, the post transitions to a visible black "ball" joint that has a 1-3mm gap from the case, leading into the actual base itself. This might be an issue over time with particulate matter getting into the base. Keep the trail mix away from this stick The base is no bigger than the original, so if you can live with / need that size of base plate, you are set. I have mine setting nicely on the arm extensions I built for my home pit, and it works fine, weighty enough to be stable in most situations. But to cap it all, the second my son tried it, he stated, "Oh boy I'm getting one of these!"
Review: awesome joystick base - Paired with the F-16 joystick, this base is unbeatable for it's realistic feel and precision.

## Features

- Detachable metal plate for desk or cockpit-style use, featuring a special 10th anniversary logo.
- H.E.A.R.T (Hall Effect AccuRate Technology) system: 3D (Hall Effect) magnetic sensors, for surgical precision that won’t decrease over time.
- Compatible with all flight simulation games.
- Compatible with the HOTAS Cougar, HOTAS Warthog, F-16C Viper and F/A-18C Hornet flight stick grips from Thrustmaster (sold separately).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07ZPP57DD |
| Best Sellers Rank | #11,191 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #41 in PC Game Flight Controls #71 in Mac Game Controllers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (195) |
| Date First Available | January 8, 2020 |
| Item Weight | 4.52 pounds |
| Item model number | 2960846 |
| Language | English, French |
| Manufacturer | ThrustMaster |
| Product Dimensions | 12.9 x 11.5 x 5.7 inches; 4.52 Pounds |
| Rated | Everyone |
| Release date | February 28, 2020 |
| Type of item | Video Game |

## Images

![Thrustmaster HOTAS Magnetic Base (Compatible with PC) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51tiQ-uHLPL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this work with a KB slim F-14 stick?**
A: No I don’t believe it will. You have to use the base for that but check the website for the stick they might have an adapter that Might let you use .

**Q: What size screws would fit snugly into the flat bases corner holes?**
A: M6 screws are a perfect fit for mounting your flight stick base.  These are available at just about any hardware store.

**Q: Lets say i have a different stick i use that can screw on. am i able to use that? or only can use warthog?**
A: I put an older Cougar grip on, no problem(also an F16 style grip).  The button config was identical, though.  The F18 grip is interchangeable on this base.  It has different button/switch config.  Virpil says their sticks work on this base too.   You'd have to put it on and go to windows calibration to see how the buttons/switches map out.

**Q: If your original hotas stick had a firmware failure (yes i've tried to fix it), will this replacement base allow the stick to be used again?**
A: Yes.  I had firmware update failure, failure to even be detected by Win 10.  I bought a used Warhog set and the female DIN plug of the base had been pushed down and wasn't connecting to the stick.  Previous owner had broken the gimble trying to deal with it, so the plug repair was only half the problem.  So I bought this base and everything works fine.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Improvement over the Original
*by J***R on March 14, 2021*

I have 4 Warthog HOTAS systems, one stretching back to the first run when it was first offered. I also have the Cougar / TQS from before the Warthog. I use the original Warthog and Cougar to this day and when I noticed a growing clunk in the Cougar base around center (worn bearing from years of use) I decided to upgrade the base to this Magnetic one, and still use the Cougar stick...Worked perfectly, once attached, right outta the box. First, this magnetic base feels a LOT different than the original Warthog. Its much smoother and it glides in and out of axis-center (independently) without a significant center feel. It does snap to center nicely. More specifically though, there is no discernable difference in pulling force between the roll and pitch axis, when moving, say, to 050 DEG or 180 DEG or 290 DEG. The same pull is required so your arm / wrist itself must determine where to put the stick. You don't get a "tug" or holding force along the roll axis to stay centered, as you pull back on pitch. Some might not like that, but I find it realistic, based on my own IRL military pilot experience in multiple tactical aircraft. What I do notice though, is that without that distinctive off intended axis tug from the original base, you can wander off to an off-axis input if your stick isn't centered with your arm. Just like IRL. In time I am certain I will have the muscle memory to prevent that, but for now, I do notice occasional off axis input by my own doing. Nonetheless, it tracks very precisely, as you would expect. No noticeable jitter yet (3 weeks of use). There is no rubber gasket as the stick base interface. Rather, the post transitions to a visible black "ball" joint that has a 1-3mm gap from the case, leading into the actual base itself. This might be an issue over time with particulate matter getting into the base. Keep the trail mix away from this stick The base is no bigger than the original, so if you can live with / need that size of base plate, you are set. I have mine setting nicely on the arm extensions I built for my home pit, and it works fine, weighty enough to be stable in most situations. But to cap it all, the second my son tried it, he stated, "Oh boy I'm getting one of these!"

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ awesome joystick base
*by S***O on December 29, 2025*

Paired with the F-16 joystick, this base is unbeatable for it's realistic feel and precision.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rock solid and dependable
*by S***K on January 4, 2024*

About 100 flight hours logged. The base is super solid and stays in place while your jank and roll. Holes are predrilled for ease of mounting to other hardware. The base separates for a more streamlined mount setup as well. Love the fact that you can swap out the cyclic for a different airframe as well. Thrustmaster higher end products are tried and true. I came to this after trying other devices where I was required to open them, troubleshoot them, wait month for parts, repair them with replacement parts, and reassemble them afterwards. If you prefer to fly rather than fuss, go with this.

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