Why the CONSPIT 300 GT is one of the best value sim racing wheels

Generally, in the ~$400-$500 area of the sim racing wheel market, models tend to use a form of plastic for their faceplates and structure. Some models use carbon fibre ‘composite’, a mix of carbon and typically plastic. Then there are the internal structures, which can often be steel.

That’s okay, and has been proved to deliver sturdy results without flex, but the 300 GT goes one step forward, offering materials usually attributed to pricier models.

For instance, its structure is aluminium, while the front is made from carbon fibre. As in, actual compression-moulded carbon fibre, not a composite mixed with other materials.

It results in a stiff chassis, devoid of flex that higher-power wheel bases can sometimes expose. This combination provides a highly rigid structure designed to remain solid even when paired with high-torque direct-drive wheel bases.

It also keeps its weight down (just 1150g), which can contribute to sharper force feedback.

To complete the high-end materials, the rotary inputs are also made from aluminium, unlike plastic seen on other models. This extra level of tactility belies the humble price point, added to the value-for-money factor.

You can save 5% off your CONSPIT order simply by using the code ‘Traxion’ at checkout.

There is also a summer sale, until 20th August, with savings on the ARES 20 Platinum wheel base, CPP Lite (two and three) pedals and CPP EVO V2 (two and three) pedals.

Fewer dials, but with a clever trick

• Up to 110 inputs
• Clever remappable encoder system
• 2.99” integrated display
• Two rear buttons

The CONSPIT 300 GT has eight buttons, two ThumbClick dials, two encoder dials, two seven-way sticks and three rotary switches.

That’s, by any standard, a decent quantity. However, other sim racing wheels can offer even more.

However, CONSPIT has thought of that, and to help keep the weight and price down, it has a clever system that allows users to switch between preconfigured encoder functions on the fly.

The central rotary switch can be used to cycle through what the two encoder dials can do. In the CONSPIT Link PC software, you can select (and type in abbreviations) the paired functions. Once configured, you then use the wheel’s switch between their assigned functions.

For example, you could have it so the left encoder adjusts the traction control slip angle and the right adjusts the traction control power cut. But then quickly turn the switch, and they could adjust engine map and MGU-K settings.

This is all displayed on the 2.99” display, with your customised letters appearing.

So, while it may have fewer individual physical inputs than some rivals, CONSPIT claims up to 110 independent button inputs when this unique system is factored in.

Although, having said that… there are two buttons we’ve neglected to mention so far, which are placed around the rear above the four paddles.

These are ergonomically placed to map regular-use car functions, ideal, for instance, to map a drag-reduction system or some form of hybrid boost system now commonly seen in motorsport.

Rear-placed buttons are yet another example of a previously premium-only feature on a more affordable wheel.

Straightforward compatibility

• Included Quick-Con wheel base adaptor and USB cable
• CONSPIT Link software allows for display adjustment
• SimHub compatible for 56 LED customisation

Now, if you own a CONSPIT wheel base, then you’ll need a quick release adaptor, which is an optional extra. However, there are two bundles available, one with the CDP QR and a second with the CDR QR.

CONSPIT has also considered that you may be purchasing the 300 GT simply because you think it offers strong value for money, irrespective of the wheel base ecosystem you’re part of.

That’s why a 70mm PCD adapter, termed the ‘Quick-Con’, is included in the base price for compatibility across a wide range of bases from other brands, plus a USB cable for independent PC connection.

The wheel is also compatible with third-party software SimHub for the customisation of 56 LEDs.

These range from the rev lights at the top of the device, which can be made to display in the same way as each car in the real-world thanks to telemetry output, to the backlit buttons, which can flash too depending on the scenario, for example, yellow flags.

Through the CONSPIT Link software and SimHub, profiles created by third parties (such as Daniel Newman Racing, for example) can be utilised.

SimHub compatibility is reportedly already in development for the screen. Presently, it features seven screens of data, and a recent link-up with Lovely Sim Racing, creator of the Lovely Dashboard, should provide further designs and updates in the near future.

The value proposition

On paper, when you factor in all the typical features a sim racing wheel is judged on, then consider the price, it’s clear the 300 GT offers exemplary bang-for-the-buck.

The innovative encoder remapping, integrated screen and thoughtful compatibility are all stand-out niceties.

That’s before we mention the magnetic shift paddles with swappable strength (550gf, 660gf, and 900gf), sheets of included button stickers, clutch paddles (with dual-clutch, bite point and independent axle modes) and the EnduroGrips made from TPU.

It’s pretty straightforward to make the case that it’s one of the best value sim racing wheels on the market.

For those who are looking for something extra, there’s also a 300 GT Champion Edition featuring Champion Gold rotary knobs and a gold-flake carbon-fibre front panel.

You can save 5% off your CONSPIT order simply by using the code ‘Traxion’ at checkout.

There is also a summer sale, until 20th August, with savings on the ARES 20 Platinum wheel base, CPP Lite (two and three) pedals and CPP EVO V2 (two and three) pedals.