Conspit
Conspit Ares 12
Ranked #32 of 38 wheelbases we track.
A 12 Nm direct-drive base for PC with a 23-bit optical encoder and skew-pole motor, sold in CDR (standard) and CDP (7075 aluminium) quick-release versions. It is Conspit's entry into its Ares direct-drive range for PC sim racers.
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Strengths
- 12 Nm peak torque with up to 9.5 Nm/ms torque response
- 23-bit optical encoder and skew-pole direct-drive motor
- Front magnetic POGO contacts for accessories such as the CSD Nano dashboard
- M6 x4 bottom and M8 x4 side mounting for aluminium-profile cockpits
Watch out for
- PC (Windows) only; not compatible with PlayStation or Xbox
- CDR and CDP versions use different quick releases; this record covers the CDR (standard) version
- Emergency stop (CES) is optional
Score breakdown
How the Conspit Ares 12 scores: 5.5/10Methodology
- Drive type40% weightdirect-drive
- Peak torque27% weight12 Nm
- Platform support20% weightpc
- Mounting options7% weightbottom
- Pedal port7% weightNot published
Full specifications
| Brand | Conspit |
|---|---|
| Model | Ares 12 |
| Ecosystem | conspit |
| Drive type | direct-drive |
| Peak torque (Nm) | 12 |
| Platforms | PC |
| Platform notes | PC (Windows) via USB 3.0; not compatible with PlayStation or Xbox. |
| Quick release | Conspit CDR |
| Mounting | bottom |
| Wheel included | No |
| Weight (kg) | 5.6 |
Specs last checked 2026-10-21.
What works with the Conspit Ares 12
Derived from each product's quick release, platform licences, pedal connections and mounting, plus the caveats manufacturers publish. Amber means it can work with an adapter or needs confirming on the manufacturer's chart.
Steering wheels
Check manufacturer chart1 wheel
- MOZA KS Steering WheelPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
Works with third-party bases via the Universal Hub Kit (per MOZA), but we have no record of the Conspit CDR taking it. Check the manufacturer chart.
Not compatible: 30 wheels
Asetek SimSports Forte Formula Steering Wheel, Asetek SimSports La Prima GT Steering Wheel, Fanatec ClubSport Formula V3, Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel GT V2, Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel R330 V2 for Xbox, Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel Rally Sweden for Xbox, Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel RS, Fanatec CSL Elite Steering Wheel WRC, Fanatec CSL Steering Wheel GT3, Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel BMW M4 GT3, Fanatec Podium Steering Wheel GT3 Endurance, MOZA CS Pro Steering Wheel, MOZA CS V2P Steering Wheel, MOZA ESX Steering Wheel for PC & Xbox, MOZA FSR2 Formula Wheel, MOZA GS V2P GT Wheel, MOZA KS Pro Steering Wheel, MOZA RS V2 Steering Wheel, MOZA TSW Truck Wheel, Simagic FX Pro, Simagic GT Neo, Simagic GT1, Simagic GTS (GT Sport), Simagic Zeus Formula, Simagic Zeus GT, Simagic Zeus Sport, Thrustmaster EVO Racing 32R Leather, Thrustmaster Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-On, Thrustmaster Ferrari F1 Wheel Add-On, Thrustmaster Formula Wheel Add-On Ferrari SF1000 Edition
Pedals
Works with adapter1 pedal set
- Fanatec CSL PedalsPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
No USB connector: needs a Fanatec wheel base, or the separately sold ClubSport USB Adapter for standalone PC use.
18 other USB pedal sets work with it on PC (not on console)
Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3, Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 Inverted, Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2, Fanatec CSL Pedals LC, Heusinkveld Sprint 2-Pedal Set, Heusinkveld Sprint 3-Pedal Set, Heusinkveld Ultimate+ 2-Pedal Set, Heusinkveld Ultimate+ 3-Pedal Set, Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals, Logitech G RS Pedals, MOZA CRP2 Load Cell Pedals, MOZA mBooster Pedal Set with CRP2 Throttle, MOZA SRP2 Pedals, Simagic P1000 Modular Pedals, Simagic P1000i Inverted Pedals, Simagic P2000-R Hydraulic Pedals, Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III LC, Thrustmaster T-LCM Pedals
Cockpits and stands
Compatible7 cockpits
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 13 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 13 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 30 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 16 Nm; the base peaks at 12 Nm.
Check manufacturer chart14 cockpits
Shared mounting: bottom.
Fanatec doesn't publish a torque rating for the Fanatec CSL Cockpit V1.5; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
GT Omega doesn't publish a torque rating for the GT Omega APEX Wheel Stand; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
GT Omega doesn't publish a torque rating for the GT Omega ART Cockpit; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
GT Omega doesn't publish a torque rating for the GT Omega PRIME Cockpit; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Next Level Racing doesn't publish a torque rating for the Next Level Racing GTElite Wheel Plate Edition; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Next Level Racing doesn't publish a torque rating for the Next Level Racing GTtrack; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Next Level Racing doesn't publish a torque rating for the Next Level Racing Wheel Stand 2.0; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Playseat doesn't publish a torque rating for the Playseat Challenge X; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Playseat doesn't publish a torque rating for the Playseat Formula Intelligence; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Sim-Lab doesn't publish a torque rating for the Sim-Lab GT1 Evo; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Sim-Lab doesn't publish a torque rating for the Sim-Lab GT1 Pro; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Sim-Lab doesn't publish a torque rating for the Sim-Lab P1X Pro; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Trak Racer doesn't publish a torque rating for the Trak Racer TR120S V2; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Trak Racer doesn't publish a torque rating for the Trak Racer TR160 V5; check it handles a 12 Nm base.
Check a full setup with the Conspit Ares 12 in the compatibility checker
How it compares
| Spec | Conspit Ares 12 | Thrustmaster T128 | MOZA R5 Racing Bundle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.4 |
| Drive type | direct-drive | hybrid | direct-drive |
| Peak torque | 12 Nm | — | 5.5 Nm |
| Platform support | pc | pc, playstation, xbox | pc |
| Mounting options | bottom | desk-clamp | bottom, desk-clamp |
| Pedal port | — | Yes | Yes |
| Launch MSRP | — | $199.99 | $439 |