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VNM Direct Drive Elite

VNM Direct Drive Elite is a powerful 18 Nm direct-drive wheelbase with ultra-precise 23-bit encoder and durable metal build. Designed for competitive sim racing on PC and PlayStation.

VNM Direct Drive Elite

VNM Direct Drive Elite

$920

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 51 wheel bases on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (more performance, lighter, cheaper…).

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Strengths

Encoder

Weak points

Lightness
  • Torque

    18 NmTop 36%
  • Encoder

    23 bitTop 20%
  • Lightness

    13 kg
  • Affordability

    $920

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

$920
13.3 kg

Performance

18 Nm
23 bit
Direct Drive

Build

Metal
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Wheel Base Torque Performance

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