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title: "HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick for Flight Simulation, Official Replica of the U.S Air Force A-10C Aircraft (Compatible with PC)"
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price: "€ 611.43"
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# Hall Effect magnetic sensors, 16-bit precision 19 programmable buttons + 8-way POV hats Official A-10C replica HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick for Flight Simulation, Official Replica of the U.S Air Force A-10C Aircraft (Compatible with PC)

**Brand:** thrustmaster
**Price:** € 611.43
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕹️ Own the Skies with the Ultimate Flight Stick Experience

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick for Flight Simulation, Official Replica of the U.S Air Force A-10C Aircraft (Compatible with PC) by thrustmaster
- **How much does it cost?** € 611.43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/1380639-hotas-warthog-flight-stick-for-flight-simulation-official-replica-u)

## Best For

- thrustmaster enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thrustmaster brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Super-Stable Weighted Base:** Over 6 lbs. of solid construction for rock-steady control during intense flight sessions.
- • **Robust Metal Detachable Handle:** Crafted entirely from metal for unmatched durability and realistic tactile feedback.
- • **Authentic A-10C Flight Stick Replica:** Feel the power of the U.S. Air Force’s iconic attack aircraft in your hands.
- • **Precision Engineering with Hall Effect Sensors:** Surgical 16-bit accuracy ensures every move is flawlessly captured—no drift, no dead zones.
- • **Advanced Customization with T.A.R.G.E.T Software:** Drag, drop, and script your perfect control setup—tailored to your unique flight style.

## Overview

The Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick is a premium, official replica of the U.S. Air Force A-10C attack aircraft joystick, designed for PC flight simulation enthusiasts. Featuring 19 action buttons, multiple 8-way hats, and a detachable all-metal handle, it delivers unmatched realism and durability. Its Hall Effect AccuRate Technology provides 16-bit precision with magnetic sensors for flawless, drift-free control. Weighing over 6 lbs., the joystick offers a super-stable base, while USB connectivity and upgradeable firmware ensure future-proof performance. Compatible with Thrustmaster’s advanced T.A.R.G.E.T software, it allows deep customization for professional-grade flight simulation setups.

## Description

The Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick is a Joystick replica of the U.S. Air Force A-10C attack aircraft flight stick. This stand-alone HOTAS Warthog joystick comes from the creator of the original HOTAS concept and the worldwide benchmark flight sim controllers: the HOTAS Cougar and the HOTAS Warthog. It features a detachable handle, crafted entirely of metal which is also compatible with the HOTAS Cougar (and vice-versa). There is a detachable metal plate for desk or cockpit-style use. The buttons and trigger offer incredibly realistic pressure. There are a total of 19 action buttons plus one 8-way "point of view" hat: 1 x 8-way "point of view" hat; 2 x 8-way hats; 1 x 4-way hat with push button; 1 x metal dual trigger; 2 x push buttons; and 2 x pinkie push buttons. The USB connector allows for upgradeable firmware. This super-stable, weighted joystick weighs in at over 6 lbs!. This Flight Stick features H.E.A.R.T Hall Effect AccuRate Technology: 3D magnetic sensors (Hall Effect): surgical precision, that won’t decrease over time; 16-bit resolution (65536 x 65536 values); 5 coil spring system: for tension that is firm, linear, smooth and without any dead zones. The HOTAS Warthog is compatible with Thrustmaster's T.A.R.G.E.T (Thrustmaster Advanced pRogramming Graphical EdiTor) software suite, available free for download. This suite lets you test, configure and program the following Thrustmaster controllers: HOTAS Warthog, MFD Cougar, HOTAS Cougar, T.16000M and the HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick. It uses Drag and Drop principle and features three different programming levels: Basic, Advanced and Script.

Review: Amazing stick, but you'll probably need to build a cockpit for it - The good: • Incredible array of buttons • Excellent ergonomics • Superior build quality • Very nice stick tension The bad: • The base is extremely tall. Your hand sits 5 and a half inches off the ground. Combine this with the fact that this is a realistically stiff joystick, and you have a problem. This nasty combination destroys your body mechanics and forces bad posture in most of the "off the shelf" ways you would use a joystick. If you set the joystick on your desk, your hand must hover nearly 6 inches off the top of the desk. If you set the joystick on your lap, the top of your hand is going to be almost even with your chest. Just about the only way I could use the stick "off the shelf" was to put it between my legs. This felt very natural. But I also have a throttle I want to use. What to do with it? Naturally, I put it on the desk. But now that my stick is in my lap, I have to either sit a little away from the desk pushing me out of comfortable reach of the throttle, or, I have to drop my chair down so the joystick fits under the desk, now meaning that my throttle is almost shoulder high. Both postures get uncomfortable after a few minutes. This means that you will very likely need to build or buy a custom cockpit setup to hold your throttle and/or joystick. Not desiring to spend a lot of time or money on such an endeavor, I bought a Computer Armrest Extender so that I could set my throttle on the armrest of my office chair, and then use the stick between my legs, where I am sitting on the large metal plate. This gave me a very good setup that only took a few dollars and a few minutes of work. Competitive Analysis: • I find the stick movement / tension / spring far superior to what you'll find on Saitek / MadCatz sticks like the Mad Catz F.L.Y.5 or the Saitek Pro Flight X-55 Rhino . • This is a righty-only stick, unlike Thrustmaster's T-16000M or the Logitech Attack 3 . • This has more buttons on the stick than just about any other joystick out there. It has nearly 30 buttons! • The ergonomics of this stick are better than Thrustmaster's cheaper T-Flight Hotas X . The Warthog fits in your hand much better.
Review: It is what it is, and it's good. - The Warthog gets a lot of negative reviews because it has a plastic gimbal, and fair enough. But of all other options including Virpil, VKB and Winwing, the Warthog is the cheapest, most available and easy-to-acquire joystick to get in the upper tier. In full disclosure, my base has in fact developed the slightest twist action, but* this is only because I purchased a couple different 10 cm extensions, the first being poor quality and requiring me to screw and unscrew it multiple times, putting unnecessary pressure on the gimble. This can be remedied by making sure you get a high quality extension and cord, if you wish to use one. Because of that, I purchased an additional base just in case my current one breaks. All of that said, I'm still using my original base with the very slight twist action, and it has not affected my flying whatsoever. I will continue to use this base and leave my new one under my desk until the original breaks. And finally, the grip. I LOVE the grip. Did I mention I love it? I do. This is the main selling point for me. No other grip whether Virpil, VKB or Winwing feels as real as the Warthog. The former are in fact quite plasticky and cheap feeling, though still high quality. That weight adds an unexpected measure of immersion that I just can't give up for any of the others. Because of this, I have accepted the fact that I may just need a new base every now and then, and for $169, even if it's once a year I can swing that, though it has been known to last much longer. The other option is Virpil, but they're quite expensive even just for their bases, and they're always back-ordered.

## Features

- Joystick replica of the U.S. Air Force A-10C attack aircraft flight stick
- Stand-alone HOTAS Warthog joystick, from the creator of the original HOTAS concept and the worldwide benchmark flight sim controllers: the HOTAS Cougar and the HOTAS Warthog
- Detachable handle, crafted entirely of metal; Also compatible with the HOTAS Cougar (and vice-versa); Replica shape of the A-10C flight stick
- 19 action buttons in total plus one 8-way "point of view" hat: 1 x 8-way "point of view" hat; 2 x 8-way hats; 1 x 4-way hat with push button; 1 x metal dual trigger; 2 x push buttons; 2 x pinkie push buttons
- USB connector and upgradeable firmware; Super-stable, weighted joystick (over 6 lbs.)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00CBVHJ00 |
| Additional Features | Ergonomic |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,954 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #41 in PC Game Flight Controls |
| Brand Name | Thrustmaster |
| Button Quantity | 19 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Controller Type | Joystick |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (406) |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00995439395233 |
| Hardware Platform | pc |
| Included Components | Instructions manual & flightstick |
| Item Dimensions | 10.55 x 9.65 x 12.36 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.8"D x 9.65"W x 12.36"H |
| Item Type Name | Flight stick |
| Item Weight | 9.77 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Thrustmaster VG |
| Model Name | Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| UPC | 780320075512 132018547458 995439395233 663296418258 617407287073 163121498603 663296415240 012301814576 803983103931 807320284093 041114711246 012303873731 383780032479 088021772281 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | One year |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thrustmaster
- **Compatible Devices:** PC
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Controller Type:** Joystick
- **Model Name:** Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why do they call it a Warthog? I think it looks more like a Puma.**
A: Front Tow hooks? Ugly? Weird looking? Lol the plane is only towed from the front wheel. That plane was beautiful, and although dubbed tank killer its 30mm guns were extremely effective at close air support saving countless American marine and army ground troops and ground troops from other allied countries being overran by enemy forces. Find another close air support plane from the 60s that's still in service because no other manned solution exists that is as effective. 4200 rounds per minute coming at you is a great standoff weapon. The a10 warthog is simplistic, stable at both high and low speeds and extremely efficient at blowing $#!+ up!!!! Brought to you by General Electric....."we bring good things to life"

**Q: I'm ready to buy, but I keep hearing about quality control issues and poor customer support. What's your experience been with these two things?**
A: The answer is simple and honest... rip the two controls out of the A10 and put them next to the Thrustmaster, main difference is the output. The A10 involves complicated wiring to devices, the Thrustmaster has only 2 USB cables. Otherr than that, the feel, the look, the accuracy is identical. Yes, I had the opportunity to get my hands-on the real thing, though I was not a pilot, only a tech. The enjoyment level is expotentially raised over having to use any other flight controllers including the top of the line other mfg. I have them and there is no comparison. The feel is so tight and responsive on both throttle and stick. The buttons are actual military spec with that definite click to them. Basically you will never have to use your keyboard while flying if you do not prefer as all the main functions are in the Thrustmaster. A perfect, beautifully, realistic replica. Yes, it is expensive, but so are all realistic aviation devices for PC. Compared to them, this is not that much at all for what you get. I never forsee as to any mechanical problems with this, as I have had it for awhile now and gave it many, many fun hours. Oh- the learning curve is a bit steep, but it is the real thing...Take a while to learn all the button functions which are in the 200 area. Trust me, if you are a serious flight simmer who wants only the best, this is it! The buttons are already all pre-confirured for the A10 like the real one exactly, but you can reprogram them anyway you want, plus the software which is very intuitive, has other plane configurations all ready for you at the click of a button. It amazes all my friends, especially with my lights dimmed and the LEDs brightly shining. It is very impressive, it really gives you a feeling of power as you almost think you are in a real A10. Amazon is the best place to purchase from, for price and ease of mind in case you receive a faulty product (I never have in all the years, no RMA's)I only had to contact them once or twice and the reps were very knowledgeable and helpfull. So what are you waiting for? Hurry up and enter the new fascinating world of realistic couch flying. Thrustmaster Warthog=Precision!!!

**Q: Could anyone please provide the exact dimensions for each of the Stick and Throttle by Length x width? Thank you.**
A: Joystick: base=10.5" Long x 9" wide x 1/8" thick, Stick = 7.5" from baseThrottle: base=10.5" Long x 6" Wide x 2.25" thick, Levers = 5.25" above base  or 7.5" including base

**Q: My gaming laptops run using Windows 8 - is the HOTAS Warthog compatible with Windows 8? Can't find any reference to this. Thanks!**
A: Piffles, it works fine with Windows 8 and 8.1. Enjoy!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing stick, but you'll probably need to build a cockpit for it
*by A***Y on July 26, 2015*

The good: • Incredible array of buttons • Excellent ergonomics • Superior build quality • Very nice stick tension The bad: • The base is extremely tall. Your hand sits 5 and a half inches off the ground. Combine this with the fact that this is a realistically stiff joystick, and you have a problem. This nasty combination destroys your body mechanics and forces bad posture in most of the "off the shelf" ways you would use a joystick. If you set the joystick on your desk, your hand must hover nearly 6 inches off the top of the desk. If you set the joystick on your lap, the top of your hand is going to be almost even with your chest. Just about the only way I could use the stick "off the shelf" was to put it between my legs. This felt very natural. But I also have a throttle I want to use. What to do with it? Naturally, I put it on the desk. But now that my stick is in my lap, I have to either sit a little away from the desk pushing me out of comfortable reach of the throttle, or, I have to drop my chair down so the joystick fits under the desk, now meaning that my throttle is almost shoulder high. Both postures get uncomfortable after a few minutes. This means that you will very likely need to build or buy a custom cockpit setup to hold your throttle and/or joystick. Not desiring to spend a lot of time or money on such an endeavor, I bought a Computer Armrest Extender so that I could set my throttle on the armrest of my office chair, and then use the stick between my legs, where I am sitting on the large metal plate. This gave me a very good setup that only took a few dollars and a few minutes of work. Competitive Analysis: • I find the stick movement / tension / spring far superior to what you'll find on Saitek / MadCatz sticks like the Mad Catz F.L.Y.5 or the Saitek Pro Flight X-55 Rhino . • This is a righty-only stick, unlike Thrustmaster's T-16000M or the Logitech Attack 3 . • This has more buttons on the stick than just about any other joystick out there. It has nearly 30 buttons! • The ergonomics of this stick are better than Thrustmaster's cheaper T-Flight Hotas X . The Warthog fits in your hand much better.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is what it is, and it's good.
*by A***R on August 2, 2021*

The Warthog gets a lot of negative reviews because it has a plastic gimbal, and fair enough. But of all other options including Virpil, VKB and Winwing, the Warthog is the cheapest, most available and easy-to-acquire joystick to get in the upper tier. In full disclosure, my base has in fact developed the slightest twist action, but* this is only because I purchased a couple different 10 cm extensions, the first being poor quality and requiring me to screw and unscrew it multiple times, putting unnecessary pressure on the gimble. This can be remedied by making sure you get a high quality extension and cord, if you wish to use one. Because of that, I purchased an additional base just in case my current one breaks. All of that said, I'm still using my original base with the very slight twist action, and it has not affected my flying whatsoever. I will continue to use this base and leave my new one under my desk until the original breaks. And finally, the grip. I LOVE the grip. Did I mention I love it? I do. This is the main selling point for me. No other grip whether Virpil, VKB or Winwing feels as real as the Warthog. The former are in fact quite plasticky and cheap feeling, though still high quality. That weight adds an unexpected measure of immersion that I just can't give up for any of the others. Because of this, I have accepted the fact that I may just need a new base every now and then, and for $169, even if it's once a year I can swing that, though it has been known to last much longer. The other option is Virpil, but they're quite expensive even just for their bases, and they're always back-ordered.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW what a heavy duty joystick
*by R***A on January 16, 2019*

this thing is so hardcore amazing!!! BUT sadly way to much joystick for me & my right hand! so for me at lest some pro/cons Pros: - metal & heavy duty really solid build it feels like - VERY good quility from what i can see on outside - so many hat switches 4 in total - 5 buttons 7 including 2 stage trigger button action + the thump click down action as well as being a hat switch - joystick in general: the movement of the joystick tracks AMAZINGLY this alone is really making me wanna keep it CON's: (this is just my point of view as someone with very tiny hands & major right hand problems from old injury) - trigger(button1+6 full pull) is to hard for me to push if u dont have hand problems might be fine for you. - trigger dont activate button 1 till half way pulled their feels like a click, im fine with 6 being a full pull to trigger even tho i cant fully pull it with 1 finger. - the button3 my small finger hurts when trying to push it i have to use 2 fingers & it still hurts my fingers like 50% of the time i go to push it ended up un-mapping it & just using only Button 4 that leaver like button totally fine using smallest finger on that :3 - button 2 is rather hard for me to push as well but i mapped it to hard points open/close so w/e - no twist but this is based off real flight stick so u should have pedals at lest So sadly Cons for me outweigh the Pros so i am going to have to prob return it or imma injure myself trying to use it any longer than i have. i tried asking if i could adjust the buttons & or the joystick overall and so far all i got back was no. got back some replys that didnt sound right for my warthog i have so idk if normal or not at all lol

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