The Thrustmaster Sol-R 3 AVA Add-On Grip is an ambidextrous grip for space and flight simulation on PC with 21 assignable buttons and a built-in Z axis using 16-bit H.E.A.R.T. magnetic sensors, designed to be fitted to an AVA or Sol-R base.
This is an add-on grip: it does not work on its own and requires a compatible base (sold separately). Its strengths are the built-in Z axis — essential for rolling a spacecraft — and the 2 STAR cams supplied, which let you reshape the axis curve when the grip is used on an AVA base within the Thrustmaster FlightSim ecosystem.
Key features of the Sol-R 3 AVA Add-On Grip
- 21 assignable action buttons: 2 triggers (one dual-position), 2 hat switches, 1 ministick and 1 thumbwheel.
- Built-in Z axis with 16-bit H.E.A.R.T. magnetic technology, plus 2 virtual axes (ministick and thumbwheel).
- 2 STAR cams included to modify the axis curve on an AVA base.
- Ambidextrous design with interchangeable hand rest and thumb rest for right- or left-handed setups.
- Backlit ministick when connected to an AVA or Sol-R base.
- Optimised for AVA and Sol-R bases; limited compatibility with the HOTAS Warthog base via the Warthog Converter.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Add-on grip (base required, sold separately) |
| Assignable buttons | 21 |
| Triggers | 2 (one dual-position) |
| Hat switches | 2 |
| Built-in axis | Z, with 16-bit H.E.A.R.T. |
| Virtual axes | 2 (ministick and thumbwheel) |
| Cams included | 2 STAR cams (for AVA base) |
| Backlighting | Backlit ministick |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 75 × 115 × 200 mm |
| Weight | 309 g |
| Platform | PC (Windows 10 and 11) |
Compatibility
- PC (Windows 10 and 11). It is not compatible with PlayStation or Xbox consoles.
- Optimised for the AVA base and the Sol-R base (sold separately); browse all flight sim bases.
- Limited compatibility with the HOTAS Warthog base via the Warthog Converter (sold separately).
- The 2 STAR cams only take effect on the AVA base.
- Programmable with the free T.A.R.G.E.T. software. Compare it with the rest of our flight sticks and HOTAS.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sol-R 3 AVA Add-On Grip work on its own?
No. It is an add-on grip and requires a compatible base — AVA or Sol-R — sold separately.
Why does a built-in Z axis matter on a grip?
The Z axis (wrist twist) controls your ship's roll or yaw. Building it into the grip with 16-bit H.E.A.R.T. magnetic sensors gives you that third axis without relying on the base or on rudder pedals.
What are the STAR cams for?
The 2 STAR cams let you reshape the axis response curve when the grip is mounted on an AVA base, tuning progressiveness to your flying style. They have no effect on other bases.
Can it be used with the HOTAS Warthog base?
Compatibility with the HOTAS Warthog base is limited and requires the Warthog Converter adapter, sold separately.
Is it suitable for left-handed pilots?
Yes. The design is ambidextrous and the hand rest and thumb rest are interchangeable for right- or left-handed setups.
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