The Viper TQS Mission Pack combines Thrustmaster's Viper TQS throttle quadrant with the Viper Panel control panel, officially licensed by the U.S. Air Force. The throttle handle is a 1:1-scale metal replica of the Viper's TQS, and together the two units provide 64 action buttons (including 13 virtual buttons), 6 axes and disengageable detents.
The throttle uses die-cast metal construction, metal bearings and a 16-bit H.E.A.R.T magnetic sensor, with adjustable friction and Cut Off and Afterburner detents. The Viper Panel adds backlighting, a landing gear lever with indicator light and programmable LEDs. It runs on PC (Windows 10/11) and is Plug and Play in DCS World.
In ProSimHQ's opinion, the Mission Pack suits PC pilots, particularly DCS World users, who want the throttle and a matching control panel in one purchase rather than mapping cockpit functions to a keyboard.
The tradeoff is mounting. Thrustmaster warns that the Viper TQS has a powerful lever effect and must be firmly attached, and that its weight may cause unwanted movement when it is fitted with the separately sold TM Flying Clamp. Our view is that a cockpit or support where the base can be bolted down with M6 screws is the more secure plan.
The Viper TQS is built around a 1:1-scale metal handle replicating the Viper's TQS. It uses die-cast metal construction, metal bearings for smooth travel along the axis, and a 16-bit H.E.A.R.T magnetic sensor.
Metal control knobs and metal buttons.
A slap switch to deploy countermeasures, plus blackout switches.
Handle mapping in mode A, without virtual buttons.
The TQS reproduces the Viper's legacy axis rail, with access to the Idle/Cutoff and Afterburner detents through mechanical levers and handle rotation. Thrustmaster states it is also easy to switch to a 100% linear axis.
The Afterburner module's stop sits at 80% of the axis value.
Remove two screws for full travel without a stop. The manual notes the Allen key for this is not included.
Set with the tool stored on the side of the TQS. Friction is factory-set to an optimal default.
The Viper Panel is a backlit control panel with 43 buttons and 1 axis, all programmable in T.A.R.G.E.T. Thrustmaster lists 43 metal action buttons (including 11 virtual buttons), one trim wheel (axis), MODE and PGRM rotary selectors on the CMDS panel, and jettison, laser sighting, jammer and weapon launch switches.
With indicator light, alongside the TWA (Threat Warning Aux) panel.
Ten intensity levels, from 1 to 10, with level 5 as default.
Managed directly in T.A.R.G.E.T software.
19 buttons and 5 axes in mode A, plus 2 virtual buttons (20 and 21).
32 buttons and 1 axis in mode A, plus 11 virtual buttons (54 to 64).
64 action buttons including 13 virtual buttons, and 6 axes.
Thrustmaster instructs attaching the base to a support with suitable M6 screws (not included), so as not to damage the handle.
Bolt down with M6 screws. A fixation template is listed on Thrustmaster's support page.
Sold separately. For desks and tables 0.6–2.0 in / 15–50 mm thick.
Sold separately. For desks and tables 0.6–1.8 in / 15–45 mm thick.
Recognised automatically in DCS World with no setup required.
DCS, X-Plane 11 & 12, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, Star Citizen, Elite Dangerous and War Thunder (PC).
Free PC software to load or create mapping profiles for each aircraft.
Plug and Play recognition in DCS World.
Bolt the throttle to a cockpit or support with M6 screws.
Combine with supported Thrustmaster joysticks in T.A.R.G.E.T.
| Brand | Thrustmaster |
|---|---|
| Official Product Name | Viper TQS Mission Pack |
| Manufacturer reference | 4060254 |
| Components | Viper TQS throttle quadrant and Viper Panel control panel |
| Platform | PC (Windows 10/11); Plug and Play in DCS World |
| Licensing | Officially licensed by the U.S. Air Force |
| Action Buttons | 64, including 13 virtual buttons (virtual buttons disabled by default) |
| Axes | 6 (TQS handle 5, Viper Panel 1) |
| Sensor | H.E.A.R.T (HallEffect AccuRate Technology) magnetic sensor, 16-bit |
| Construction | Die-cast metal; 1:1-scale metal handle; metal bearings |
| Detents | Cut Off and Afterburner; Afterburner module removable (stop at 80% of axis) |
| Panel Lighting | Backlit, 10 intensity levels (default 5); 10 programmable LEDs |
| Connector | USB type C; USB-C cable included |
| Dimensions | Width 9.1 in / 230 mm; depth 11.7 in / 296 mm; height 260 mm (as listed by Thrustmaster) |
| Weight | 7.4 lb / 3,338 g |
| Mounting | Suitable M6 screws (not included); the user manual lists the TM Flying Desk Mount and TM Flying Clamp as sold separately, while the US eShop box list includes an "Attachment system (clamp)" |
| Warranty | Refer to Thrustmaster's warranty terms for coverage details. |
Thrustmaster's sources disagree. The US eShop box list includes an "Attachment system (clamp)"; the user manual lists the TM Flying Desk Mount and TM Flying Clamp as sold separately, and states the M6 screws for fixing the base are not included. Confirm with us before ordering.
Yes. Thrustmaster states the Viper TQS is Plug and Play in DCS World and is recognised automatically. Update the firmware first, as the manual requires.
Yes. Unscrew the Afterburner module's two screws to get 100% of the throttle travel without a stop. The manual notes the Allen key for this job is not included.
The TQS handle has 19 buttons and 5 axes and the Viper Panel 32 buttons and 1 axis in mode A. Enabling the 13 virtual buttons (2 on the handle, 11 on the panel) brings the total to 64.
In T.A.R.G.E.T, the manual lists combining it with the HOTAS Cougar, HOTAS Warthog, T.16000M and MFD Cougar Pack so they appear as a single USB device.
No. Thrustmaster states cloud gaming and streaming services do not support its joysticks; the game must be installed locally on the PC.
| Specification name | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Color pattern | Black |
| Connection type | USB |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Power source | USB |
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