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Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On — Official Gran Turismo 28 cm leather rim with next-gen quick release for T818 and T598
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Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On

Official Gran Turismo 28 cm leather rim with next-gen quick release for T818 and T598

Description

The Thrustmaster GT Wheel Add-On is the official Gran Turismo wheel rim, designed with Polyphony Digital and the successor to the rim of the T-GT. It brings that rim to Thrustmaster's direct drive bases with the next-gen quick release.

Rim. A round 28 cm (11 in) rim wrapped in smooth leather, 280 × 80 × 280 mm, 1,260 g.

Controls. 4 metal rotary encoders assigned by default to ABS, traction control, fuel and brake balance, 12 controls in total, 2 mini-sticks for menus and settings, tact-switch PlayStation action buttons and metal paddle shifters.

Compatibility. It fits the T818 and T598 natively, without an adapter, on PC and PlayStation depending on the base. Owners of the T-GT II already have a version of this rim.

Where to buyUpdated Oct 30, 2026
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USD 299.99
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Features & highlights

Official Gran Turismo wheel rim (Polyphony Digital)
28 cm round rim in smooth leather
4 metal rotary encoders
12 controls available
2 mini-sticks
Tact-switch PlayStation action buttons
Metal paddle shifters
Next-gen quick release for T818 and T598
Weight 1,260 g
Official Gran Turismo rim for T818 and T598
Encoders pre-assigned to GT7 settings
Successor to the T-GT rim

Driving style

The GT Wheel Add-On is made for Gran Turismo 7 on PlayStation, where its encoders control ABS, traction, fuel and brake balance and the mini-sticks handle menus. Its round 28 cm leather rim also suits GT and road cars in Assetto Corsa and iRacing on PC.

Best for Gran Turismo players moving to a T598 or T818; less suited for Formula racing, Xbox users, or owners of older belt-driven Thrustmaster bases.

Build quality

Mid-range build

The GT Wheel Add-On combines a smooth leather rim with metal rotary encoders and metal paddle shifters, at 1,260 g. Independent hands-on build reviews were still limited when this page was written.

Software

On PC it is configured through My Thrustmaster Panel with a T818 or T598, with no separate app. On PlayStation it works plug-and-play through a compatible T598, and Thrustmaster says the encoders are automatically assigned to GT7's ABS, traction, fuel and brake balance settings.

Specifications

Buttons12 controls incl. tact-switch action buttons
DisplayNone
Shifter PaddlesMetal paddles
Diameter280 mm
GripSmooth leather
Quick ReleaseNext-gen QR (T818, T598)
Encoders4 metal rotary encoders
SoftwareMy Thrustmaster Panel
Weight1260 g

Pros

  • Officially licensed for Gran Turismo
  • Comfortable leather rim
  • Mini-sticks make GT7 menus easy
  • Metal encoders and paddles
  • No adapter on T818 or T598

Cons

  • Only natively compatible with T818 and T598
  • No display or rev LEDs
  • PlayStation-style labels
  • Few independent reviews so far

What's in the box

  • GT Wheel Add-On
  • Racing flyer
  • Warranty information flyer

Frequently asked questions

Which bases is the GT Wheel Add-On compatible with?

It uses Thrustmaster's next-gen quick release and fits the T818 and T598 direct drive bases without an adapter. BoxThisLap reported compatibility on PS5, PS4 and PC (Windows 10/11) depending on the base.

Is it the same rim as the T-GT II?

Thrustmaster calls it the successor to the T-GT rim, previously sold only with the T-GT II and now available on its own with the next-gen quick release for direct drive bases.

How does it integrate with Gran Turismo 7?

It was developed with Polyphony Digital. Thrustmaster says the four rotary encoders are automatically assigned to ABS, traction control, fuel and brake balance, and the two mini-sticks handle menu navigation and settings.

What is the rim like?

A round 28 cm (11 in) rim wrapped in smooth leather, with metal paddle shifters and metal encoders, weighing 1,260 g.

How much does it cost?

BoxThisLap reported a launch price of 249.99 euros/dollars. When verified, Thrustmaster's US eShop listed it at $299.99.

Does it work with older bases like the T300 or T-GT II?

Thrustmaster markets it for its direct drive bases with the next-gen quick release and does not list older belt-driven bases. T-GT II owners already have a version of this rim on their base.

Where do I get updates and support?

Firmware and settings are handled through My Thrustmaster Panel on PC with the T818 or T598, and manuals are on Thrustmaster's support site. A warranty flyer is included.