The BDH Race Sim Hardware Active Shifter is used for simulated manual gear shifting in driving simulators, giving you direct control over virtual gear changes with force feedback linked to in-game telemetry. It uses a high-torque servo-driven resistance system, native SimHub telemetry integration, and a rigid billet aluminium chassis to convert drivetrain data such as RPM, clutch input, and torque load into physical sensations through the gear lever, allowing each shift to reflect what is happening in the simulation in real time.
Discover the key features of this active shifter:
- Servo-Driven Force Feedback System: A high-torque servo motor delivers resistance based on drivetrain load, clutch engagement, and gear interaction data, providing adjustable mechanical feedback through the lever that improves shift precision and delivers consistent tactile response during each gear change.
- Native SimHub Telemetry Integration: Direct SimHub connectivity processes real-time telemetry such as engine RPM, clutch position, and drivetrain stress without additional plugins, allowing feedback signals to remain closely aligned with in-sim behaviour for consistent and responsive shifting sensations.
- Dynamic Gear Grinding & Kickback System: Sensor-driven feedback simulates missed shifts and clutch mismatch through vibration and lever kickback, giving immediate physical cues that support more controlled gear timing and smoother transitions during driving sessions.
- Aerospace-Grade Billet Aluminium Construction: CNC-machined billet aluminium forms the main chassis with an anodised finish, providing structural rigidity and stable mounting under repeated force input, supporting consistent lever feel during extended use.
- Adjustable Gate Configuration (4–6 Speed Layouts): Interchangeable gate mechanisms allow configuration between different gearbox patterns, letting you match shifting behaviour to a range of vehicle types and maintaining consistent mechanical positioning across setups.
- Integrated Rotary Encoder Interface: An onboard control dial allows adjustment of resistance levels, haptic intensity, and gate settings during a session, keeping configuration changes accessible without interrupting driving control.
The BDH Race Sim Hardware Active Shifter helps you maintain accurate gear timing by providing direct physical feedback from drivetrain load, clutch engagement, and shift input during each session. You can adjust resistance, gate layout, and feedback levels to suit different vehicle types, which supports consistent control when switching between setups. This makes it a practical and reliable addition to your sim racing setup, offering a clear and responsive connection between your inputs and what the car is doing in the simulation.
2 Year manufacturer’s warranty
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