Press release —
THE OFFICIALLY LICENSED SIMRACING WHEEL FERRARI & 24H LE MANS
Rennes, June 11, 2026 — Thrustmaster unveils a new Sim Racing wheel born from a unique collaboration with Ferrari, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and Le Mans Ultimate: the Ferrari 499P Centenary Winner Edition. Produced in a limited run of 499 individually numbered units, this exclusive piece celebrates the historic victory of the Ferrari 499P #51 at the centenary edition of 24H LE MANS, marking Ferrari’s triumphant return to the pinnacle of endurance racing.
Designed at 1:1 scale, inspired by the Ferrari 499P steering wheel, this product represents the ultimate convergence between endurance motorsport and sim racing. Combining a molded carbon back cover, a 4.3-inch screen, LEDs, and backlit controls, it delivers an unprecedented level of ergonomics and immersion, bringing drivers closer than ever to the cockpit of the winning Hypercar.
Beyond its sim racing function, the wheel has been conceived as a true collector’s piece for enthusiasts. Its packaging includes a steel display stand, embossed with the official centenary logo of the iconic race, allowing the wheel to be proudly showcased when not in use. Two A3 posters complete the collection: the first, an official 24 Hours of Le Mans piece with gold foil embossing, celebrates the 2023 victory. The second reveals the technical blueprint of the wheel, showcasing every detail of its intricate design.
The official WEC game, Le Mans Ultimate, along with all paid content released to date, completes the offering, transforming this collector’s item into a true virtual driving experience behind the wheel of the Ferrari 499P.
Commercial Information:
- Test sessions available exclusively at the 24H LE MANS 2026 — Le Mans Ultimate x Thrustmaster booth (Karting Fan Zone)
- Retail price: €851.00 / $851.00 / £751.00 — Pre-orders available at race start June 13th – 4pm on the Thrustmaster website
Product details
Collector's Piece
Limited to just 499 individually numbered units, this wheel is a true collector's masterpiece. It comes with a steel display stand stamped Ferrari 499P and 24H LE MANS, designed to elevate its presentation. Whether on display or in use, it stands as a tangible testament to a historic motorsport moment.
Precision Engineering
Its molded carbon fiber back cover is hand-applied, echoing true automotive craftsmanship. It features 6 adjustable paddles: 2 carbon fiber shift paddles and 4 analog metal paddles with fully customizable functions. Every detail is engineered to deliver absolute control and a truly exceptional driving experience.
Immersive Backlit Interface
The front plate integrates 11 buttons and a subtly embedded D-pad, preserving the authenticity of the real steering wheel while delivering optimal sim racing control. Each control features backlit contours and markings, ensuring perfect readability and total immersion, especially during night endurance racing.
Aluminum Encoders
Equipped with 4 aluminum thumb encoders, the wheel allows precise on-the-fly adjustments. 3 additional rotary encoders, adorned with the Italian flag as on the 2023 Ferrari 499P, complete the interface, enabling up to 25 configurable actions directly from the wheel.
Legendary Prints
Two A3 collector posters complete this exceptional set. The first, an official 24H LE MANS piece by Automobilist with gold foil embossing, celebrates the historic 2023 victory. The second reveals the wheel's technical blueprint, showcasing every detail of its intricate design.
Ferrari 499P Dashboard
The 4.3-inch / 10.9-cm LCD screen, featuring the Ferrari 499P dashboard, displays up to 140 parameters. The interface is enhanced by 15 RPM LEDs and 10 flag LEDs, faithfully replicating race conditions. Every piece of data is instantly accessible, delivering an experience true to the real cockpit.
Le Mans Ultimate Included
The wheel comes with the Le Mans Ultimate base game, along with complete 2024 Season and ELMS Season Pass DLC. Step into the world of endurance racing and drive the Ferrari 499P across every official round. A natural extension of this collector's piece, transforming it into a complete virtual driving experience.