9/10 HOTAS Warthog
Combat and military-sim pilots who want a metal A-10C HOTAS that lasts.
The Warthog is the long-standing benchmark for military HOTAS realism, a 1:1 replica of the A-10C Warthog's stick and dual-throttle built almost entirely from metal. It weighs over 14 lb, the detachable H.E.A.R.T magnetic stick runs at 16-bit resolution with a five-coil spring for firm, deadzone-free centering, and there are 19 buttons plus an 8-way hat on the stick alone. It is overkill for civil flying and has no twist rudder, but for DCS and combat sims its build quality and authenticity are still hard to beat years after launch.
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Specs
| Construction | All-metal stick, throttle and bases |
|---|---|
| Total weight | Over 14 lb (6.3+ kg) |
| Sensors | H.E.A.R.T magnetic, 16-bit resolution |
| Stick | Detachable, 19 buttons + 8-way POV, 5-coil spring |
| Throttle | Dual-throttle metal handles |
| Connection | USB |
Pros
- All-metal 1:1 A-10C build that feels genuinely aircraft-grade
- H.E.A.R.T magnetic stick sensor avoids drift and dead zones
- Long-proven reliability and huge DCS community support
Cons
- Overkill and the wrong layout for civil GA or airliner flying
- No twist rudder; needs separate pedals
- Heavy and large; TARGET software has a learning curve