The VIRPIL VPC Dual-SF Collective Grip is a collective grip for helicopter flight simulation, with 8-zone RGB backlighting and an unconventional dual-grip design inspired by the collectives of real attack helicopters.
This grip from the VIRPIL Controls range reproduces the layout of the original controls and adds a wide range of fully programmable inputs. It is recognised as a standard USB device (plug & play) and is configured in detail with the VPC Configuration Suite.
Key features
- Unconventional dual-grip design inspired by the collectives of legendary attack helicopters.
- Programmable RGB backlighting across 8 independent zones, which can be switched off for maximum authenticity.
- Wide input set: triggers, analog stick, multi-directional hats, switches and buttons.
- USB plug & play connection, with no additional drivers required.
- Advanced configuration with the VPC Configuration Suite: virtual axes, shift states and axis-to-buttons.
- Weighs just 0.5 kg and measures 350 x 106 x 110 mm.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 350 x 106 x 110 mm |
| Single-stage triggers | 2 |
| Analog stick (with push) | 1 |
| 4-way hats (with push) | 4 |
| 2-way hats (with push) | 4 |
| Momentary buttons | 6 |
| 3-way toggle switch | 1 |
| RGB backlighting | 8 programmable zones |
| Software | VPC Configuration Suite |
| Connection | USB plug & play |
Compatibility
- VPC Rotor TCS Base and VPC Rotor TCS Plus Base.
- VPC WarBRD Series Base and VPC MongoosT-50 Series Base.
- Thrustmaster Warthog and Cougar (with functionality limited by the hardware of those bases).
- PC only: works with any simulator that recognises standard USB devices; it is not compatible with consoles.
FAQ
Which bases is the VPC Dual-SF Collective Grip compatible with?
With the VPC Rotor TCS and TCS Plus bases, and also with WarBRD, MongoosT-50 and the Thrustmaster Warthog and Cougar (the latter with limited functionality).
Does it need drivers or extra software?
It is recognised as a standard USB device (plug & play). The VPC Configuration Suite lets you customise buttons, virtual axes and shift states.
How many RGB backlight zones does it have?
8 independent, programmable zones, which can also be switched off for maximum authenticity.
What inputs does it include?
2 single-stage triggers, 1 analog stick with push, 4 four-way hats, 4 two-way hats, 6 momentary buttons and 1 three-way toggle switch.
Does it include the collective base?
No. It is only the grip; it mounts on a compatible base such as the VPC Rotor TCS or TCS Plus, which is bought separately.
Is it PC only?
Yes. It works on PC with any simulator that recognises standard USB devices; it is not compatible with consoles.
Buying your flight simulation grip from Simufy means buying with full guarantees
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- Specialised technical support and official warranty on every product
- Expert advice to build your flight simulation setup
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