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H3 (3-Axis HERO) Motion Platform
DIY-minded sim racers who want full 3-axis motion at a lower price than premium seat-mover rigs.
DIY-minded sim racers who want full 3-axis motion at a lower price than premium seat-mover rigs. Key specs: 3 DOF: pitch + roll + yaw (rear traction loss); Motion range 40 degrees, speed 75 cm/s (105 deg/s), torque 28 N/m; Acceleration 0.75G transverse / 0.5G longitudinal, ~1400W peak power; Footprint 100x150 cm (3x5.2 ft), 60 cm height; supports up to 440 lb / 200 kg; Includes SimRacingStudio license; seat/wheel/pedals purchased separately.
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Specs
| 3 DOF | pitch + roll + yaw (rear traction loss) |
|---|---|
| Highlight 1 | Motion range 40 degrees, speed 75 cm/s (105 deg/s), torque 28 N/m |
| Highlight 2 | Acceleration 0.75G transverse / 0.5G longitudinal, ~1400W peak power |
| Highlight 3 | Footprint 100x150 cm (3x5.2 ft), 60 cm height; supports up to 440 lb / 200 kg |
| Highlight 4 | Includes SimRacingStudio license; seat/wheel/pedals purchased separately |
Pros
- Motion range 40 degrees, speed 75 cm/s (105 deg/s), torque 28 N/m
- Acceleration 0.75G transverse / 0.5G longitudinal, ~1400W peak power
- Footprint 100x150 cm (3x5.2 ft), 60 cm height; supports up to 440 lb / 200 kg
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