The Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog Flight Stick is a 1:1 scale replica of the U.S. Air Force A-10C "Warthog" flight stick, engineered for high-fidelity combat simulation on Windows PC.
Constructed with a die-cast metal handle and a weighted metal base, this flight stick utilizes H.E.A.R.T (HallEffect AccuRate Technology). By employing 3D magnetic sensors, the unit delivers 16-bit resolution (65,536 x 65,536 values) on the pitch and roll axes without mechanical friction. The modular handle is detachable, allowing for integration with other Thrustmaster bases or mounting in dedicated sim-pit environments.
Military-Grade Build & Design
- Full Metal Construction: The stick handle and base are composed of die-cast metal, weighing over 6.5 lbs (3 kg) to ensure stability during high-torque maneuvers.
- Replica Layout: Features the exact button and switch configuration found in the A-10C Warthog, providing tactile military-spec inputs.
- Suspended Spring System: Utilizes a unique 5-coil spring mechanism to provide firm, linear, and fluid tension with a consistent return-to-center motion.
- Detachable Handle: The grip can be removed from the base, making it compatible with the Thrustmaster HOTAS Cougar base and various flight sim mounting solutions.
H.E.A.R.T Sensor Technology
- Frictionless Precision: 3D Hall Effect (Magnetic) sensors eliminate the need for potentiometers, preventing mechanical wear and signal degradation over time.
- 16-Bit Resolution: Provides 65,536 distinct values on the X and Y axes, enabling surgical precision for aerial refueling, formation flying, and targeting.
- Zero Dead Zones: Magnetic technology ensures immediate response to the slightest stick deflection across the entire range of motion.
Comprehensive Control Interface
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19 Action Buttons: Includes a wide array of tactile inputs:
- 1 x 8-way "Point of View" hat switch.
- 2 x 8-way hat switches.
- 1 x 4-way hat switch with push button.
- 1 x Metal dual-stage trigger.
- 2 x Push buttons and 2 x Pinkie push buttons.
- Tactile Pressure: Each button and hat switch is calibrated to require pressure levels identical to the real A-10C flight stick.
Platform Compatibility & Software
- System: Native plug-and-play support for Windows 10 and 11 via USB connection.
- T.A.R.G.E.T Suite: Fully compatible with the Thrustmaster Advanced pRogramming Graphical EdiTor to create custom mapping, macros, and script-based profiles.
- Sim Integration: Optimized for combat titles including DCS World, IL-2 Sturmovik, and Star Citizen.
Technical Specifications Summary
| Sensor Type | 3D Hall Effect (Magnetic) |
| Resolution | 16-bit (65,536 values) |
| Construction | Die-cast Metal handle and base |
| Action Buttons | 19 (plus 1 x 8-way POV hat) |
| MPN | TM-WARTHOG-STICK |
| Specification name | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Color pattern | Black |
| Connection type | Wired |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Power source | USB |
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