Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce vs Thrustmaster T248 (XBOX / PC)
Both are wheelbases. Here is every published spec side by side, with the source for each figure at the bottom of the page.
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The difference in one line
The CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce costs $30 less than the T248 (XBOX / PC).
Specs side by side
| Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce | Thrustmaster T248 (XBOX / PC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $369.99 | $399.99 |
| Torque | 5 Nm peak | Not published |
| Drive system | direct-drive | belt |
| Quick release | QR2 | Not published |
| Mounting | T-nut rail system on sides and bottom for easily adjustable hard-mounting | Not published |
| Input voltage | Not published | Not published |
| Platforms | PCXbox Series X|S | PCXbox Series X|S |
Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
- Costs $30 less than the T248 (XBOX / PC).
- Quick release is documented: QR2.
Cons
Nothing in the published specs counts against it here.
Who it suits
Entry force. At 5 Nm this suits a desk clamp and a first direct-drive or gear-driven setup, in the $300 to $600 band.
Thrustmaster T248 (XBOX / PC): pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
Nothing in the published specs favours it over the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce.
Cons
- Costs $30 more than the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce.
Who it suits
Sits in the $300 to $600 band at $399.99.
Which should you choose?
On budget alone, the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce is the cheaper of the two at $369.99, against $399.99 for the T248 (XBOX / PC).
Where to buy
Full CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce specs · Full T248 (XBOX / PC) specs
Every spec on this page was read from the manufacturer's own published documentation.