Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog

The Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog USB dual-throttle joystick is the result of intensive collaboration between Thrustmaster's development teams and members of the simmer community, with constant feedback and study throughout development to meet the most specific and precise requirements of experts. The result is a replica set of the joystick, dual throttle system and dual throttle control panel from the U.S. Air Force A-10C attack aircraft. Weighing in at more than 14 lbs and using metal for the joystick, throttle handles and bases, the HOTAS Warthog is physically imposing. Factor in 55 fully programmable action buttons and 2 four-direction hat switches, each with a built-in push button, a world first for a joystick, and it becomes clear this unit is in a class of its own. The dual throttle system allows independent control of two motors, with a locking mechanism to attach or separate the throttles, while magnetic sensor technology delivers 14-bit resolution and unrivalled precision. A Pull and Push system handles the Idle and Afterburner detents for greater realism, and the Afterburner detent is disengageable to suit different aircraft. The joystick itself uses H.E.A.R.T Hall Effect magnetic sensors with 16-bit precision and no gimbals, features a detachable metal handle and base for desk or cockpit use, and requires the same button pressure as a real airplane. The control panel adds a friction wheel, backlit functions, 5 programmable LEDs and a trim wheel, all backed by the T.A.R.G.E.T programming suite.