Conspit ARES APEX
8 Nm entry direct drive base with 21-bit encoder and CDR quick release
Description
The Conspit ARES APEX is the brand's entry-level 8 Nm direct drive base, with a skew-pole motor and a 21-bit magnetic encoder.
Hardware. 134 × 150 × 196 mm, 5.9 kg, M6 × 4 bottom and M8 × 4 side mounts, USB 3.0 and optional CES E-Stop. It uses the CDR quick release; the wheel-side is optional. Conspit sells an ARES desk mount separately.
It is the base used in the APEX and 300 GT bundles.
Features & highlights
Driving style
An entry direct drive for drivers moving up from gear or belt wheels, suited to GT and formula cars in ACC, iRacing, F1 25 and Assetto Corsa with lighter wheels like the 300 GT or 310 APEX.
Best for PC beginners entering direct drive on a budget; less suited for heavy rims or drivers who want lots of torque headroom.
Build quality
A 5.9 kg direct drive base with skew-pole motor, 21-bit magnetic encoder and CDR quick release base-side.
Software
Configured in CONSPIT Link 2.0 on Windows PC. No console support; SimHub works alongside for dashboards and LEDs.
Specifications
Pros
- Affordable direct drive
- Compact
- Shares Conspit's QR and wheel ecosystem
- Desk mount available
Cons
- PC only
- 8 Nm limits heavier wheels
- Magnetic rather than optical encoder
- No display included
What's in the box
- ARES APEX wheel base
- Power supply
- USB 3.0 cable