Thrustmaster T-300
Thrustmaster

Thrustmaster T-300

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Ranked #11 in Racing Wheels
342 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Older model is outdated with weaker torque and smoother feedback than the newer RS GT.

Consolidated from 33 cited sources across 26 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

  • 16 positive sources
  • 12 neutral sources
  • 2 unconvinced sources
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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 6 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.

Outdated motor and weaker torque; the newer RS GT offers better performance for a similar price.

Flagged 24 August 2026

Why the boards include products to avoid

Pros & cons

  • good torque for price
  • comfortable grip
  • Solid build quality
  • Supported on PC and console
  • Best buy for upgrades
  • outdated motor

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. 30 of these 33 links were working when we checked.

Evidence 6 articles, 20 video reviews and 7 community sources

16 positive sources

B Brian Koponen Article · Jun 2026
The Thrustmaster TX and T300 work well, once you get them set up properly. There are presets for both these wheels, but the settings make the wheel a little too heavy. The force feedback does what it needs to do for this style of game. This isn't track driving. The goal here is to try to make it feel close to an actual road car while driving through city traffic.
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G GamerMuscleVideos GamerMuscleVideos · 101K subscribers · Aug 2016
Through the magic of mixed reality, we're going to do a bit of an impromptu review of the Thrustmaster T300 steering wheel and explain to you why this steering wheel is the best wheel at this point in time that you can get for the money. Now, we've used the magic of mixed reality with a giant green screen, the camera on the HDC Vive, and some uh magic with OBS to combine everything together.
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F r/F1Game u/danny123456731 · owner
Just start with a t300 rsgt. Or belt driven in general. The problem with logitechs gear driven ones is that it isnt smooth and theyre unclear, when using a logitech it sometimes also gives you a weird tick of force feedback and in general feels a little like running your wheel along a comb instead of a smooth ffb. In general with wheels get them used if you can.
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H Honest Rob Honest Rob · 13.9K subscribers · Sept 2025
It does feel like coming back to an old friend, but I think it may even been a better experience than what I get with the T 58.
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T TikTok TikTok post
quick and easy set up for the thrustmaster t300 race wheel! #racesim #ps5 #thrustmaster #t300 #howto #granturismo #racecar #race #simulation Thrustmaster T300 Race Wheel Setup Guide. Quickly set up your Thrustmaster T300 for PS5 in just two easy steps! Get ready to race with this simple guide.
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T The Casual Racing Gamer The Casual Racing Gamer · 6.2K subscribers · Apr 2023
It's a belt driven wheel that offers nice force feedback and executes it all at a very quite noise level. It's a great wheel for Gran Turismo 7, iRacing and all other sims. It supports PS5, PS4 and PC.
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F Facebook Trever Rash · owner
I'm finally buying another thrustmaster t300 after selling my old one. I always had a desk setup but im looking to get a cockpit now, the problem is im 6'5" and I don't know what I'll fit in.
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S Sim Racing Pal Sim Racing Pal · 3.9K subscribers · Oct 2023
7 Reasons Why Is Thrustmaster T300 Still Worth To Buy - T300 Review
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S r/simracing u/LEERROOY · owner
The T300 RS GT is still great and relevant today in 2026 for a solid entry level wheel if you can score it for a lower price.
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O Old Man Plays Driving Sims (OMPDS) Old Man Plays Driving Sims (OMPDS) · 2.3K subscribers · Apr 2021
24 Hours With Thrustmaster T300 RS Gt: Gaming Bliss After Switching From Logitech G29!
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F Facebook Allen Webber · owner
She works great and I just love the smoothness
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T Tiger Man Cave Tiger Man Cave · 860 subscribers · Jan 2022
It is such a great wheel and Dirt 5 feels that much better with the Thrustmaster T300!
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M Matt RS Matt RS · 857 subscribers · Feb 2026
It's a great wheel and if you buy this wheel tell them I sent you!
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G Gavin Drives Gavin Drives · 687 subscribers · Feb 2022
The Thrustmaster T300 is an incredibly popular consumer wheel, in fact its been my home wheel for a year, why is that? Well that's what I'm here to find out!
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C Can My Egg Get 1 Subscriber Can My Egg Get 1 Subscriber · 658 subscribers · Sept 2025
This premium racing wheel offers an incredibly immersive experience for serious sim racers. It features a powerful industrial class brushless servo motor delivering smooth and silent force feedback effects. The genuine Alcantara wheel rim provides an authentic feel, enhancing your control and comfort during long racing sessions.
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P PandesalDrift PandesalDrift · 429 subscribers · Jul 2021
The Thrustmaster T300 RS GT is the best entry level wheel base for drifting. Compared to any Logitech or T150 it is by far better with its stronger force feedback which makes it quicker and easier for the wheel to self-steer which is vital for drifting.
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12 neutral sources

O OC Racing OC Racing · reviewer · Dec 2025
If you are in a region where direct drive bundles with better pedals are roughly the same price, I would skip the T300RS GT and go straight to those. If you are somewhere that does not have that luxury, and this bundle is realistically your only way into a mid range wheel, you can still buy it, enjoy it, and be fast with it, especially if you plan to improve the pedals later.
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G GamerMuscleVideos GamerMuscleVideos · 101K subscribers · Mar 2017
Good : One of If not the best Value wheel on the market when considering quality of FFB Rotational speed and that it works with the Playstation 4 playstation 3 and PC ( Or Xbox one should you buy the TX base) The base also comes with basic pedals and a choice of Rims.
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T r/Thrustmaster reddit.com
I’ve also had a T300 base, my first TM base and the main thing I never liked about the T300 servo wheel was how it would overheat and the FFB would get weak, even after I had done the external power supply mod. I’ve also experienced the overheat issue with my TGT-II but I haven’t had any overheating issues with the T598.
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H Honest Rob Honest Rob · 13.9K subscribers · Nov 2025
I thought it was kind of pig ugly, to be honest. And I kind of knew that before I'd even unboxed it, cuz I'd seen pictures of it already, obviously. But it does grow on you. I mean, all direct drive wheels do look a little bit like this. You will get used to it. And another thing I got used to as well, which I didn't like at first, was the stock wheel.
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O OC Racing OC Racing · reviewer · Apr 2026
The Moza R3 is cheaper than the T300 at most retailers. It is significantly stronger, more detailed, and built from metal. Even the Logitech Pro and Logitech RS50 outperform the T300 in every measurable way. The T248 also provides stronger feedback than the T300 in some situations, although with much more noise.
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H Honest Rob Honest Rob · 13.9K subscribers · Apr 2025
So, let's go over the the pros first where I think actually the T300 is actually better than the T598. And the area where I think the T300 is better than the T598 is a kind of basic design. I mean, I know direct drive wheels are kind of all look a bit like that. But the design of this wheel is nice. It feels more like a normal car and it's much lower than the T598 as well.
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S r/simracing u/DolphinWarrior78 · owner
If you find it cheap. yes. Otherwise direct drive wheels aren't much more than what you see T300's go for. Also T300 has history of hit and miss reliability.
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N nicolbraaaa nicolbraaaa · 5.5K subscribers · Jun 2025
Strengths: Force feedback detail, build quality, realism, plug \u0026 play setup
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S Sim Tourist Sim Tourist · 5.1K subscribers · Feb 2022
It feels remarkably soft thanks to the densely woven polyester and polyurethane microfibers and honestly, this steering wheel feels even better than the leather one in my car AND very important, it is also easily cleaned! The one I bought had some nasty stains on them and I could just wipe it off with some Instanet. But as lyrical as I am about the steering rim, as repetitive do I have to be for t
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N NTV Review NTV Review · 1.3K subscribers · May 2025
Um yeah, I'm super upset by this product. I ain't got much room, but it has changed Dirt 5 completely. It's the only game I've tried so far.
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V Verified Reviews Verified Reviews · 1.1K subscribers · Jun 2026
Inside the video, you’ll hear an honest, straightforward review discussing both the strengths and minor drawbacks of the Thrustmaster T300 RS. From initial setup to real-time feedback during races, we cover user experience, pedal responsiveness, wheel rotation accuracy, and compatibility with major gaming platforms.
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S Spike’s Stint Spike’s Stint · 773 subscribers · Aug 2025
The Thrustmaster TX/T300 has been a great base for me but I have run into a few issues that I try to highlight in this one. Hopefully the solutions I've come across will help others get more joy from their TX/T300 setups!
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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #11 (D tier) on our consolidated racing wheels board, drawn from 33 cited sources across 26 outlets.

outdated motor.

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