Sim racing hardware and software provider PXN proudly unveils the PXN VD Series Direct Drive Bases and Steering Wheels, cementing the company’s efforts in providing a state of the art alternative for all passionate drivers and racers, with high fidelity products for professional sim racers and solid entry-level options for beginners. The NEW GEN Direct Drive tiered ecosystem is composed of the VD4, VD6 and VD10, all crafted to offer an immersive racing experience that can be truly personalized.
A Tiered Ecosystem for Every Racer
PXN wants to redefine sim racing accessibility with the VD Series ensuring every driver finds their perfect torque. Start with the entry level VD4 offering constant 4Nm and peak 5Nm, advance with the VD6 providing constant 6Nm and peak 7Nm or dominate the track with the professional grade VD10 delivering constant 10Nm and peak 12Nm. Each base features a custom multi-pole servo direct drive motor with low inertia cog free performance for unparalleled precision.
The Multi-Pole Low Inertia Direct Drive Servo Motor delivers an immersive sim racing experience by providing instant, lag-free feedback through its low inertia rotor, making every steering input feel like you’re on a real racetrack, with tactile sensations of road texture and car grip. The 20-pole design ensures pinpoint precision for confident control during high-stakes maneuvers, while the segmented stator core eliminates torque ripple for buttery-smooth resistance, reducing fatigue and enhancing comfort during long sessions. This lifelike, responsive system creates exhilarating moments, amplifying the thrill and joy of mastering challenging tracks with a visceral connection to the virtual car.24 Bit Magnetic Encoder & 16+ million resolution points:
The 24-bit Magnetic Encoder, with its 16,777,216 resolution points, delivers unmatched precision by capturing even the smallest steering adjustments, providing exact force feedback making the wheel feel like an extension of the racer’s body and mind, providing a sense of complete control and confidence. Its high resolution perfects immersion, from subtle gravel vibrations to the gradual resistance of pushing the car’s limits, the VD series was created to give players a deeper, more authentic and engaging sim racing experience. The encoder’s reliability eliminates inconsistency, allowing you to trust the system and focus on strategy and skill.
PC Control Center, PXN SimRacing:
The PC Control Center PXN SimRacing empowers users with customizable force feedback, damping, and response curves, allowing racers to tailor the steering feel to their exact preferences, whether its a heavier realistic resistance for rally and offroad racing sims or a light, snappy response for Formula 1, players are in complete control. One-click presets for games like Assetto Corsa or iRacing offer effortless setup, saving time and eliminating frustration, remaining versatile and easy to control.
Other Key Features:
- PXN Dedicated Sense + Algorithm: This new gen algorithm amplifies subtle vehicle behaviors like ABS induced understeer rear wheel slip and surface imperfections for a lifelike experience.
- Intelligent Temperature Control: High accuracy thermal sensors and an aluminium alloy chassis ensure consistent torque delivery during endurance races.
- Compatibility: Smooth plug & play PC Compatibility with tons of major racing and driving games, ready to dominate the race track straight out of the box.
- Aluminium Quick Release: Sturdy Quick Release with ball bearings, securing your wheel in place for perfectly smooth steering, as well as a seamless wheel changing experience, so you can spend more time on the track.
Engineering Your Sim Racing Journey
The VD Series embodies PXN’s commitment to reshaping the sim racing landscape, delivering professional-grade performance without compromising accessibility. From the entry-level VD4 to the powerful VD10, each base in the lineup is engineered for precision, comfort, and complete control. With features like low-inertia Direct Drive servo motors, 24-bit magnetic encoders, and intuitive PC/mobile software customization via the PXN app, the VD Series brings next-gen realism to racers of all skill levels. Whether you’re climbing the ranks in competitive leagues or carving corners on your favorite tracks, the VD Series ensures you feel every bump, drift, and acceleration with unmatched fidelity, putting the thrill of real racing right at your fingertips.
Availability
Pre Orders for the PXN VD Series will be available starting today! The product range launches August 8th. For more information or to purchase, visit PXN’s official website.
Source: PXN
