| Saitek R440 Force Feedback PC Racing Wheel and Pedals | 
 enlarge | Brand: Saitek
Category: CE
This item is no longer available
Avg. Customer Rating:   (6 reviews)
Sales Rank: 36517
Platforms: Windows Me, Windows Xp, Windows 98, Windows Nt
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Warranty: 2 years warranty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11
Dimensions (in): 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4
MPN: J43A
Model: R440
UPC: 021165101135
EAN: 0021165101135
ASIN: B00005TOTE
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| Features:
| • | Feel every corner you take with patented TouchSense technology | | • | Stunning styling combined with unique ergonomic design offers fatigue-free gaming to all whom dare to drive | | • | Plug in and Drive away with instant USB connection | | • | Unique Gas and Brake pedal platform for precision foot control | | • | Windows 98,Me, and 2000compatible (XP compatible via download from Web site) |
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Product Description
The R440 Force Feedback Racing Wheel offers hardcore racers the superior control they won't get from a keyboard or gamepad! Stylish ergonomic design for hours of fatigue-free driving USB plug and play
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...
 OK FFB racing wheel February 11, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got this driving wheel to enjoy the GT Legends game for Windows PC. After having had it for some months, I'd say that I was disappointed with the way the motors interpret the forces, which is (in my opinion) unrealistic. The self- centering point actually seems to work against you as you are speeding down the straightaway, causing one to have to rock the wheel back and forth to maintain your path. So as a consequence, I have turned off all force feedback effects so I can maintain better control.
I think the best thing about the design of this product is that the pedals, while feeling a bit on the flimsy side (afraid I will break them if I jam on them too much) are a good ergonomic for your feet, and feel relatively OK.
I found myself later on wishing I had purchased the Logitech FFB, as its operation seems a bit more in line with what one would expect with a driving sim. That, and Logitech is more popular with some folks I know on line who drive racing sims.
Do yourself a favor- for the money it may seem like a good deal, but for a bit more, Logitech may be a better choice.
 The wheel itself is awesome, the software has some kinks August 19, 2006
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I think that the wheel itself is excellent for the price. I play Richard Burns Rally with it, and it does its job very well. The wheel itself is sturdy. The clamping system for the wheel to stay put on the desk fits almost anywhere in any position, normal or odd. My desk is on a corner and it fits on the corner of my room. The moniter is on the center where this corner is, so usually, most things have trouble fitting, but this fits almost perfectly. My only trouble I had with installing this was that the software was out of date and was not compatible with XP. It took me a bit to realize that, but the website had the newer drivers. The software itself is confusing and sort of iffy, however, it is not too bad and it does it's job. Its conveinient but also problematic because the wheel calibrates itself as you play, it's not a perfect system, but it does the job. The only other qualm I have is that the cord for the pedal to the wheel is short, but I have special requirements so it's all good.
Okay, But Only Lasted 1 Week. September 22, 2005
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
I bought this wheel for 80 dollars at Circuit City, and to tell the truth it was a waste of my money. It is very bulky and it barely fit on my desk, and the racing just isn't realistic in my opinion. After one week (I took very good care of it) it just broke, stopped working. I reccomend you spend your money on something else.
Good for the money but... March 31, 2004
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Considering it is a fairly cheap wheel I suppose you get what you pay for;It is sturdy but the pedals dont have a high enough resistance and IMO have too much travel in them. The paddles are easy to reach but the other buttons are a little awkward and take some searching-for if you are in the heat of a moment. The steering is EXTREMELY notchy, which for the game I play makes this wheel almost impossible to use with certain high powered rear wheel cars that are extremely sensitive to slight movements.
Good choice, but... October 1, 2003
4 out of 8 found this review helpful
This wheel is good: it feels in hands more real than Logitech Wingman Force GP and MS SideWinder FF2. Buttons are comfortable; pedals are unusual, but works good and never slips on the floor.But it has *big* problem - drivers (at least, for Win2k). After couple weeks of struggling I've returned it and have bought Logitech Momo Racing Wheel. And glad about that, MOMO is much better :) Bottom line: really good wheel, but not for Win2k
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