Thrustmaster
Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition
Ranked #28 of 38 wheelbases we track.
A 10 Nm direct drive servo base for PC from Thrustmaster, sold without a rim and compatible with Thrustmaster wheel rims through its quick release.
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Strengths
- 10 Nm constant torque with no saturation, per Thrustmaster
- Quick Release swaps Thrustmaster rims in about 5 seconds; adapter included for older-generation rims
- Four mounting points underneath for most cockpits
- 5 kg servo base
Watch out for
- PC only; no PlayStation or Xbox support listed
- Desk Mounting Kit and Cockpit Mounting Kit are sold separately for this base-only edition
- No wheel rim included
Score breakdown
How the Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition scores: 5.9/10Methodology
- Drive type40% weightdirect-drive
- Peak torque27% weight10 Nm
- Platform support20% weightpc
- Mounting options7% weightbottom, desk-clamp
- Pedal port7% weightYes
Full specifications
| Brand | Thrustmaster |
|---|---|
| Model | T818 Black Edition |
| Ecosystem | thrustmaster |
| Drive type | direct-drive |
| Peak torque (Nm) | 10 |
| Platforms | PC |
| Platform notes | Thrustmaster lists PC only, regardless of which rim is fitted. |
| Quick release | Thrustmaster QR |
| Mounting | bottom, desk-clamp |
| Wheel included | No |
| Pedal port on base | Yes |
| Weight (kg) | 5 |
Specs last checked 2026-10-21.
What works with the Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition
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
Compatible3 wheels
- Thrustmaster EVO Racing 32R LeatherPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
Both use the Thrustmaster QR quick release.
- Thrustmaster Ferrari 488 GT3 Wheel Add-OnPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
Both use the Thrustmaster QR quick release.
- Thrustmaster Ferrari F1 Wheel Add-OnPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
Both use the Thrustmaster QR quick release.
Works with adapter1 wheel
- Thrustmaster Formula Wheel Add-On Ferrari SF1000 EditionPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
Both use the Thrustmaster QR quick release.
T598 and T818 need the Quick Release Upgrade SF1000 and the Quick Release Adapter, sold separately.
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 Thrustmaster QR taking it. Check the manufacturer chart.
Not compatible: 26 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
Pedals
Compatible2 pedal sets
- Thrustmaster Raceline Pedals III LCPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
USB pedals plug straight into the PC and work alongside any base.
- Thrustmaster T-LCM PedalsPCNot on XboxNot on PlayStation
USB pedals plug straight into the PC and work alongside any base.
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.
16 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
Cockpits and stands
Compatible21 cockpits
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 13 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 13 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 30 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 25 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Shared mounting: bottom.
Rated for 16 Nm; the base peaks at 10 Nm.
Check manufacturer chart2 cockpits
The Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition only lists a desk clamp; it may clamp to the Next Level Racing F-GT Elite 160 Front & Side Mount Edition's wheel deck. Check the manufacturer chart.
The Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition only lists a desk clamp; it may clamp to the Next Level Racing GTElite Front & Side Mount Edition's wheel deck. Check the manufacturer chart.
Not compatible: 1 cockpits
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How it compares
| Spec | Thrustmaster T818 Black Edition | Thrustmaster T248 | MOZA R9 V3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 5.9 | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Drive type | direct-drive | hybrid | direct-drive |
| Peak torque | 10 Nm | — | 9 Nm |
| Platform support | pc | pc, playstation, xbox | pc |
| Mounting options | bottom, desk-clamp | bottom, desk-clamp | bottom, desk-clamp |
| Pedal port | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Launch MSRP | — | $399.99 | $349 |