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Conspit ARES 20 Platinum — 20 Nm direct drive base with 23-bit optical encoder and CDP quick release
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Conspit ARES 20 Platinum

20 Nm direct drive base with 23-bit optical encoder and CDP quick release

Description

The Conspit ARES 20 Platinum is a 20 Nm direct drive wheel base built around a skew-pole direct-drive motor and a 23-bit high-resolution optical encoder.

Quick release. It uses Conspit's CDP quick release; Conspit wheels pass USB data through pogo-pin contacts in the QR, so no external wheel cable is needed.

Hardware. 134 × 150 × 287 mm, 7.9 kg, M6 × 4 bottom and M8 × 4 side mounting points, USB 3.0 cable and an optional CES E-Stop. Conspit's US store sells it with the CSD Nano magnetic display, which attaches to the front interface.

Variants. A CDR quick release version is also sold. Configuration is done in CONSPIT Link 2.0 on Windows.

Where to buyUpdated Oct 28, 2026
Conspit
ConspitOfficialBest price
In stock
USD 749
Buy at Conspit

Features & highlights

20 Nm holding torque
Skew-pole direct-drive motor
23-bit optical encoder
CDP quick release with pogo-pin wheel data
CSD Nano display included
M6 bottom and M8 side mounting
Optional CES E-Stop
USB 3.0
7.9 kg
Windows PC
20 Nm with a 23-bit optical encoder for $749
CSD Nano included
Cable-free wheel connection with Conspit wheels

Driving style

With 20 Nm and a 23-bit optical encoder, the ARES 20 Platinum targets serious PC racers in iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Le Mans Ultimate and rFactor 2 who want strong, detailed force feedback for heavier GT and endurance wheels. It pairs naturally with Conspit's 290 GP, 300 GT and PW1 wheels.

Best for PC drivers on a solid rig who want high torque at a mid-range price; less suited for console players or desk setups.

Build quality

Premium build

A 7.9 kg aluminum-housed direct drive base with a skew-pole motor, 23-bit optical encoder and CDP quick release, plus M6/M8 mounting points and an optional emergency stop.

Software

Configured in CONSPIT Link 2.0 on Windows PC (force feedback, filters, rotation and firmware). The included CSD Nano shows CONSPIT Link telemetry or SimHub dashboards. No console support.

Specifications

SystemWindows PC
Torque20 Nm
MotorSkew-pole direct drive
Resolution23-bit optical encoder
DisplayCSD Nano included (2.99")
SoftwareCONSPIT Link 2.0
ConnectivityUSB 3.0
Quick ReleaseConspit CDP
Weight7.9 kg
HolesM6 x 4 (bottom), M8 x 4 (sides)

Pros

  • High torque for the price
  • Very high-resolution optical encoder
  • Wireless-style pogo-pin data through the QR
  • Front magnetic display included
  • Several mounting options

Cons

  • PC only, no console support
  • Rig or front/side bracket needed (no desk clamp in box)
  • Smaller ecosystem and community than MOZA or Fanatec
  • Shipping and tax extra on Conspit's store

What's in the box

  • ARES 20 Platinum wheel base
  • CSD Nano dashboard
  • Power supply
  • USB 3.0 cable