Thrustmaster TPR Pedals (Compatible with PC) Video Games

5.0 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Feel and Function

This replaced my Saitek pedals that were starting to go after some years of use. I love the accuracy and sturdiness of this thing, and the weight keeps it where I want it to stay. I expecially like the straight in-and-out action instead of the pivoting in the Saitek. I didn’t really appreciate the value of this until I used it the first time. The adjustability of the toe brake angle is a real plus too. TM stuff is expensive, but well worth the price if you’re anything more than an occasional simmer.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Just do it

I tried plastic cheaper ones and in the end you have to adapt to their imperfections. You’ll probably save money just buying this first. My two cents.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Huge performance improvement

Upgrading from the Saitek pro pedals to the TPR pedals made a massive improvement in the realism experience. Now very minor movements in pedal input are recreated in the sim world and is much more in sync with flying a real aircraft. Although expensive, you get what you pay for. Must have for the die hard flight sim enthusiast.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Very realistic

Flying is my profession, and these pedals are one of the most realistic purchases I’ve made for my flight simulation PC. The only complaint I have is that brake pedal tension is very low. There are people out there modifying them to improve realism but out of the box these are by far the best pedals I’ve ever owned.

4.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent product

I give this 4 stars because the arm with the socket popped out of the socket and is now loose and will not tighten.The pedals still work but one side as a bit of wobble to it. A bit disappointing for the price.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Fantastic but expensive.

This is a fabulous piece of hardware. Built to last, works like a charm. A little on the bulky size. This is a prime example of you get what you pay for. Expensive but so much better than the other cheap rudders out there. Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars

The best rudder pedals so far

The best rudder pedals I ever have. It is the next level in precision, quality and lasting.All metal so will last several years.The only down side is that is really sensitive and the calibration tool does not control the sensitive as desired.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Works as advertised.

It is very precise. I had to customize the pedal position and spring tension to my liking (on the light side for me). I set it on a rubber mat as close to the wall as possible so it wouldn’t move around.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Just WOW!

These pedals are hands down the best I have ever used. They’re rugged, easy to assemble and sized perfectly.The sensors in these are so smooth and silky it makes it a pleasure to taxi with on DCS. Super clean precision that you only get from the real thing.Thrustmaster keep this trend up!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Engineering masterpiece

By far the best rudder pedals on the market. Perfect out of the box.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Best Rudder Pedals Sub-1000 USD

Quick note for anyone buying: Only buy at MSRP. Anything above $550 is worth passing on.These are by far the best pedal set out there for the everyday consumer. There is better stuff available but that should all be saved for professional flight simulation setups only. These are amazingly natural and added the final element of immersion and control for me.

3.0 out of 5 stars

Simple…clean…

Just a great piece of hardware needed to work and play the types of VR and Real Life flight sims. Takes some getting used to, but overall, great feel, sturdy build and perfect for home use.

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Very accurate and responsive

Take off roll center line no longer an issue. Great look and craftsmanship. Expensive but worth every penny for professional grade. No complaints here!

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Quality

The price tag might frighten you, but the truth is that these pedals are worth it. Other pedals do not have an actual pedal’s resolution or feel. These are so smooth, so accurate, and so well-built. The solid frame and engineering that went into these are evident. Works perfectly with X-Plane and MSFS.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Expensive and worth it

I had an under $200 set of rudder pedals; they were ok but I could not use them with any degree of finesse, they were just not up to the job. I was very frustrated with poor ground handling and takeoff rolls (in M$ Flight Simulator, BTW). I got these, set them up, tried them for a while, tweaked the setup some, and have been very pleased with their performance. There are still some aircraft in the sim that are very twitchy on the ground (you try to correct a tiny amount, and the aircraft jumps like you kicked the rudder halfway to the floor – not realistic) – I attribute that to the mediocre ground model of FS plus some aircraft vendors have not spent the time to deal with that in their model. The TPR is pretty heavy, but I still find it necessary to have something to anchor them so I can push all the way to the floor if I need to. Most of the time not needed, but no fun when you need a lot of rudder and the pedals slide a bit. So I’d plan on having something to hold them very firmly in place (which is what I recommend for any rudder pedals, not just these). No, I’m not a big muscle guy, I’m not using THAT much force. Overall the action on the TPR is VERY smoooooth. I really like the range of adjustability of the pedal positions so you can keep the brakes out of the way when you’re just flying. Also very nice to be able to set the pressure / force needed to actuate the pedals; you have springs that have a very wide range of adjustment. I prefer mine just a bit still, just enough so I can tell when the pedals are centered. These have contributed substantially to my enjoyment and immersion in the simulator; I’d never want to go back to my old pedals. So like I said – expensive, but worth it. Recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

You get what you pay for.

The Thrustmaster TPR Pendulum rudder pedals have arrived and been installed! I’ve had my feet on a lot of mechanical, hydraulic and fly-by-wire rudders in planes and simulators for about 45 years and these are the most realistic and most comfortable sim pedals I’ve ever used. They move like real pedals in a T-38 Jet Trainer, which are similar to most airliners and (I think) most fighters due the “Hanging Down” pendulum geometry. They are infinitely adjustable for pitch and tension.After using them for a few sorties, it occurs to me that I needn’t even think about them… they’re just there, an extension of my feet… the way rudders ought to be. They center up with no pressure absolutely perfectly EVERY time.Assembly was a “No-Brainer” requiring four hex screws and two metric nuts using the included wrenches. Windows USB installation was “Plug and Play” with Windows 10 or optional Thrustmaster drivers. It’s as simple as it gets.Programming Issue: There seems to be a glitch when using Thrustmaster TARGET Script Editor program scripting in that the rudder may not be recognized when all three axes are combined by the software. This in no way affects the use of the rudders if rudders are left in the unprogrammed state. Windows will recognize the normal “Thrustmaster Combined” device for aileron and elevator and buttons programming with TARGET SE, while the rudder and toe brakes operate normally as a separate device in the Windows Game Controllers window. I’ve read that aftermarket programming (FSUIPC, etc.) utilities also work properly but I haven’t needed to load any of them in my simulators.Extra feature: My toes can fit under these pedals. It’s not necessary to rest my feet on the pedals when not in use. (Just a little less wear and tear.)Only criticism: They cost too much. (But don’t they all?)Final answer: Three Thumbs Up!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very nice upgrade from TFRP !

I’ve had these for almost a month. I love the adjustable spring tension, especially when I go from Planes, to jets, to helos. Exceptional quality ! As far as people saying they slide too much, if the hardwood floors are dusty and the longer they sit, they will slide. You can clean the floor and the rubber pads on the bottom and they will regain their holding power. (I just took 1/2″ x 2″ velcro and put a strip under the front and back, and it has not slipped a bit, better than putting screws in your floor) Any residue left from the velcro adhesive can easily be removed with isopropyl alcohol. I find these so much more realistic than the “slider style” rudder peddles. Once you put these in front of you and recalibrate you will be very happy you spent the money. I was reluctant because of the cost, but I have the Hotas Warthog flight stick and throttles, this just completes that set-up with the same quality. The only negative thing, which is just my opinion” is the connector wire and location. I think they could have come up with something different, but I have not had any problems with it either.My opinion, if you have the extra money, go for it, you will not regret it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Expensive but worth it

These pedals are realistic, simulator grade. They have great spacing between them, superb feel, and great personal adjustability. I moved up to these after using the plastic Thrustmaster pedals for years and I wish I had not waited so long. Those old pedals are not even in the same zip code as these TPRs. Whether I’m flying a Hornet, Harrier, or Apache in DCS World, these pedals do a masterful job giving me precise control of my aircraft. Buy these, you will not regret it.

4.0 out of 5 stars

Great Feel, but . . .

These feel fantastic. Unfortunately, mine when received worked intermittently for about an hour and then quit working all together. I noticed that the USB B connection to the pedal tower was very loose. I could find no other reviews or comments on the internet with the same issue so I re-ordered. Hopefully mine was a one off. Can’t wait to to get replacement pedals.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Just get them.

I spent a TON of time researching rudder pedals and found your options are $150-200 for plastic with incorrect feel and movement, $3-400 for an all metal version that still uses the wrong mechanics for rudder pedals, or $500+ for something quality made and accurate, and nice to use.These fall inline with the last category along side the Yoko and Redbird options. Head and shoulders above any of the lower price points. Full metal construction, very adjustable, accurate rudder pedal and toe brake movement.If youre serious just spend the money. Anything cheaper is a waste.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great Pedals

First Pedals after CH Products Pro Pedals. I love my CH Pro Pedals to death, but these are so nice! Really like the “hanging” feeling of using them, rather than the sliding back and forth of most flight sim pedals. I got them because I felt like the Ch Products pedals didn’t match the feeling of real flight pedals and I felt like the real feeling is important for transferring practice skill over to a real plane. These are much more like my experience in a 172.I use these pedals to practice flight training in a Cessna 172 on XPlane with Pilot Edge. Compared to the amount of money flight training costs, these are totally worth it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Incredible precision

These rudder pedals have incredible precision, which is what I was looking for. I can easily make accurate minor adjustments with these. The only kind of negative thing that I can mention is that the toe pedals (brakes) are a bit soft, there’s not much resistance. I’ve had people complain that they accidentally press the brakes during flight instead of moving the pedals. I personally haven’t had this problem as I make sure to press the axels rather than the pedals themselves. I also had someone say they didn’t like the width of them. It’s important to note that the width of these is made to mimic the pedals in an airliner, these aren’t made to imitate GA pedals. I personally have no problem at all with the spacing I find it comfortable. The pedal angle/height is also adjustable too so I adjusted them to a level which makes sense with how I’m sitting and they work great for me. I’m personally absolutely loving these.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Game Changer

After hours of research versus the MFGs & Slavs, I decided to go with the TPRs. In summary, my only regret is that I didn’t purchase a set on release day.I upgraded from a set of Saitek Pro Pedals two weeks prior to this review. The sliding action of those pedals never felt natural to me (RW private pilot), which is why I stayed away from the MFGs. I immediately felt more comfortable and more immersed with the TPRs. With a half hour of familiarization I was taking off in the DCS spitfire, which we all know is almost completely dependent on accurate rudder input.I could never be as accurate with the Saiteks as I wanted and I always had to chase the ball around. With the TPRs the action is smooth and repeatable. I roll into turns in the DCS F14 with ease and have no issues taking off or landing the DCS warbirds.I feel that some of the negative reviews during release are very minor and nit-picky. The braking feel is not as metallic and rough as suggested…I would have never noticed had a youtube video not mentioned it. Initial set-up can be a bit tedious, but be patient and get it right. For most this will never be touched again. Even with their weight these will slide on carpet, but so does every other set.One thing to watch out for during initial set-up is the position of the brake sensor ball joints. You can easily leave these in a position that will side load them during action and probably cause them to break. I believe one review shows such a break. After adjustment of the brakes, I made sure to loosen the jam nut and re-center the ball joints. Sounds complicated, but it really isn’t once you’re actually making the adjustments.If you’re looking for a more natural, accurate action and don’t want to drop a small fortune into a personal offshore bank account and wait 6+ months (Slavs)…these are the pedals for you!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Super Precise Pedals

I mainly fly helicopters, so I needed accurate and sturdy pedals. These are just that! While calibrating (and flying in DCS) I could see the tiniest movements were being read in. It really takes helicopters to the next level!For shipboard operations they really help too, but for anything else, I wouldn’t be able to justify the cost. But to be fair, they are all metal, use Hall effect sensors and as a result are super precise, have toe brakes, and you can easily change the springs without tools or disassembly, so they are the ultimate rudder pedals for flight sim.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

BUY THE MEDAL PEDALS… Worth the Extra Money!

If you are serious about Flight Simming on the PC these pedals the best option as you can fly any aircraft and they are really good for choppers too. Expensive but best product by far.

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