Logitech Driving Force GT review

Driving Force GT steering wheel that is much anticipated and for which, among other things, and did this test. Although the latest wheel, it is not intended to be in the top of the range, because there remains the undisputed G25, but, as its name suggests, was conceived as an improved version of DF Pro steering wheel and backing Gran Turismo 5 game.

Compared to the Pro model, the GT has a larger diameter of the ring, which is certainly commendable. The good news is that the ring is still covered with a very high quality rubber that provides a higher level of comfort and prevents the "slippery" situation. Since the larger diameter of the rim, and the thickness remained the same as the Pro model, the visual impression that the rim is thinner and that the hand may be uncomfortable. After use, no one gets the impression that, far from it, but this wheel is lying in my hand almost perfectly. As for the keys, the primary keys are in place, while the additional attraction of this wheel. In fact, there are new buttons designed for a new feature that makes GT5P for changing TC, ASM and ABS settings in the race. We're not saying that this is a crucial, but congratulations on the effort. GT logo in the middle is actually a large button that in some games, for example, could be a mermaid. In addition, the DF GT is the only wheel that has a PS button, through which you can log out or shut down the console, without having to include joy pad. This button is gaining particular importance now that Sony allow "in game" XMB feature.

At the rear, DF GT expected no butterflies, but a simple good-sized keys. On the one hand, it is the fault, while on the other hand, requires no more than 15 minutes to get used to precisely change. In addition to transmission on the steering wheel, DF, and GT has a sequential gearbox on the right side that is doing the same things as the keys back, and to you to decide what way you shift appropriate.

As far as pedals, these are "ordinary" plastic, which have an advanced system of resistance as a shock through the G25. In addition, we see that the designers of Logitech managed to get the best out of this construction. The stand is a great size, while the two pedals are large enough and well placed. Brake a little more resistance than gas, which is a good idea and the attempt to achieve at least part of the effect of the G25, but unfortunately it's just a good effort that will never be able to achieve results as a G25 with their pedals.

The system mounts the steering wheel is very simple and very good quality. Built-in clamps and large screws that can be turned by hand seem to be very firm and solid and nothing on this issue do not have to reproach. When it comes to that, all things in place, it is good information to the pedals on the bottom with spikes that would be great to keep the rug or carpet. The good news is that the spikes can be retracted so as not to scratched tiles or flooring, but if you put the shoes on this surface, keep in mind that they will not be maximally stable.

What where the Driving Force Pro and GT wheels are different and what is essential is the improvement of the new Force Feedback wheel. Although the FF DFP steering wheel gave a lot of information and enabled extremely precise driving, was not good in the field felksibilnosti. This is because it was very tough and very rough, and no further adjustment is not a software tool to avoid the feeling of roughness. DFP was great for a quiet ride and school, but for any emergency ventures was slow or unusable. This meant that he gave a lot of trouble if the driver was driving a car or disobey if driftovalo. DF GT brings a new engine rumble feature, which retains the accuracy and a large amount of information, but significantly increases the flexibility of the steering wheel and general feeling of the ride. FF new steering mechanism seems similar to the one on the G25, but it is not. G25 has two engines, while the Driving Force GT "only" one. G25 remains FF wheel with the best quality, but at no time does not diminish the quality and dosignuće new Logitech steering wheel. In fact, the only significant difference between the DF GT and G25 are great pedals that has G25, while the DF GT is just a solid pedal is the same as the older Driving Force Pro wheel.