The Thermaltake GF500 is a flight simulation cockpit with an aluminium and steel frame, a fibreglass bucket seat and adjustable mounts for joystick, yoke, throttle and pedals, compatible with the main flight peripherals on the market.
Designed for the demanding virtual pilot, the GF500 combines a modular, stable platform with integrated RGB lighting. Its interchangeable plates (HOTAS, yoke and pedals) let you mount setups from Virtual Fly, Thrustmaster, Honeycomb, Logitech, Virpil, VKB, Winwing or Turtle Beach, and it is software-agnostic: it works with Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, DCS World and Prepar3D. Available in anodised black and white.
Key features of the Thermaltake GF500
- High-strength aluminium and steel frame for maximum stability in long sessions.
- Fibreglass bucket seat with sliding and reclining adjustment.
- Adjustable mounts for joystick, yoke, throttle and pedals.
- Interchangeable plates: HOTAS, yoke and pedals.
- Integrated RGB lighting with 16.8 million colours and 20 modes (normal and rhythmic).
- Anti-tip base for reinforced safety on any surface.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1320 x 600 x 1100 mm (length x width x height) |
| Supported weight | Up to 120 kg |
| Frame material | Aluminium + high-strength steel |
| Colours | Anodised black and white (White Snow) |
| Lighting | RGB LED strip, 16.8 million colours, 20 modes |
| Recommended height | 165 cm to 195 cm |
| Included mounts | Joystick (adjustable angle), throttle (left/right), yoke (forward/back), pedals |
Flight peripheral compatibility
The GF500 takes a wide list of flight controls via specific plates:
- Thrustmaster: T16000M, HOTAS Warthog, TCA Quadrant Airbus/Boeing, TWCS.
- Logitech: X52, X56 HOTAS.
- Honeycomb, Turtle Beach VelocityOne, Virtual Fly (TQ3, TQ6, Yoko, V3rnio).
- Virpil, VKB Gladiator, Winwing, among many others.
Included plates: HOTAS, yoke and pedals.
Contents and ergonomics
- Complete GF500 cockpit (anodised black or white)
- Flight plates (HOTAS, yoke, pedals) and adjustable mounts
- Ergonomic design for long sessions, with a recommended height of 165 to 195 cm
The peripherals shown in the images (yoke, HOTAS, pedals, throttle) are not included.
Frequently asked questions about the Thermaltake GF500
Which flight peripherals is it compatible with?
It is compatible with Thrustmaster (T16000M, HOTAS Warthog, TCA Airbus/Boeing, TWCS), Logitech X52/X56, Honeycomb, Turtle Beach VelocityOne, Virtual Fly (TQ3, TQ6, Yoko, V3rnio), Virpil, VKB Gladiator and Winwing, among others, via specific plates.
Does it work with Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane and DCS?
Yes. The GF500 is a physical, software-agnostic structure: it works with Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, DCS World and Prepar3D, since it only depends on the flight peripherals you mount.
What mounts does it include?
It includes a joystick mount with adjustable angle, a throttle mount that fits on the left or right, a yoke mount with forward/back movement and a universal pedal mount.
What height is it designed for?
It is recommended for users between 165 and 195 cm and supports up to 120 kg, with a sliding, reclining bucket seat.
Does it have RGB lighting?
Yes. It integrates an RGB LED strip with 16.8 million colours and 20 modes, including a rhythmic mode, to set the mood in your flight deck.
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