Wheel bases

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm vs Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm

327.23 €

at SimRaceWebshop

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Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm

495.82 €

at SimRaceWebshop

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Verdict

Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm leads on 2 criteria vs 0 for Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm (25 tied).

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm is 52% cheaper
Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm delivers 60% more torque (8Nm vs 5Nm) — 5Nm may clip in some titles, 8Nm provides more headroom
Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox
Both use the same Quick Release (Fanatec QR2) — your wheels are interchangeable

Specs comparison

Spec

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm

Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm

Force Feedback

Direct Drive

Max Torque

5Nm

8Nm

Max Rotation

2,520°

Motor Type

Servo

Quick Release

Fanatec QR2

Ecosystem

Fanatec

QR Data Transport

Proprietary Pins

Platforms

PC, Xbox

PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox

PSU Power

90W

180W

Housing Material

Aluminum

RGB LEDs

SimHub Compatible

Software

Fanatec App

Mobile App

Mounting Options

Bottom Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp

Side Mount, Bottom Mount, Desk Clamp

Emergency Stop

None

Connectivity

USB

USB Passthrough

None

Cooling

Passive

Quick Release Included

Warranty

3ans

Wheel Powered by the Base

Pedals Plug into the Base

Wheel-Side Quick Release

Included with the brand's wheels

Other Brands' Wheels

Yes, with the official adapter

Latest Firmware

3 September 2026

Weight

5.15kg

Where to buy

Include shipping (estimate) 🇫🇷

Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm

SimRaceWebshopBest price
327.23 €Buy
TFS
329.90 €Buy
SimracerAT
329.90 €Buy
fanatec
329.95 €Buy
TrakracerOut of stock
329.95 €Buy

Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm

SimRaceWebshopBest price
495.82 €Buy
TFS
499.90 €Buy
ZachGameZone
499.90 €Buy
SimracerAT
499.90 €Buy
ldlc
499.95 €Buy

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Price history

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm or the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm or the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

The Fanatec CSL DD QR2 - 5 Nm or the Fanatec Gran Turismo DD PRO Wheel Base - 8 Nm for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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