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"Wow, just wow." Purchased on Mighty Ape

Massive upgrade from X52 (Non modified). Very good upgrade from an x52 with magnet mod & stiffener via plastic CD spindle “washer”. (Which I've been using for 5 years or so). 4 tension springs to choose from for the stick, I changed from default to second shortest one which gives very good “feel” with little break out force required. Crank throttle tightness down to about minimum if its just sitting on a desk without hold downs, else it might slide around the desk a little. Big hands required to easily reach all buttons on the stick, but if you can't there's an incredible number of buttons, hats etc on the throttle that anyone could reach. More control and precision over the x52. Love it, exceeded my expectations even though I heard it was good. (It isn't in the build quality of the warthog from what I've read, but the price is right with the x55 if you don't want to splash out 800 bones or so). PS Had to right click install files, downloaded from saitek.com, (Driver first then software) and choose “Run as administrator” for it to install properly. (On Win7 64 bit). PPS Old flight sim. Games from many years back will only recognise one joystick. The X55 has the stick and throttle as separate controllers. Works very well in Rise Of Flight & DCS. Arma 2/3, it won't correctly recognise the throttle in analogue mode, but you can assign power up, down to rotary G for example as a compromise. Get TrackIR 5 as well for the love of all things pure if your into flight sims!

4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
"Best Joystick & Throttle I've ever used."
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

The ability to change the tension of the joystick makes it the most comfortable joystick I have tried so far. And the toggle switches make it perfect for all the custom bindings I could want. Some of the buttons though aren't easy to reach without changing your grip at first but I adapted and now they are second nature. So overall it has more than surpassed my expectations and I couldn't be happier with my investment.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
"Most Excellent"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

This device allowed me to stay in action while playing Elite Dangerous for more than 5 minutes. Easy to use and great design. There are many buttons on the joystick and throttle but you will know which button does which. The springs allowed me to change how the joystick returned and the throttle can be split into two by releasing the lock switch.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Description

Military-grade Flight Sim Precision
Inspired by controls found within actual fighter planes, the next-gen X-55 Rhino H.O.T.A.S. System for PC provides utmost control over simulated aircraft. Built to the same exacting standards of Saitek's award-winning Pro Flight accessories range, the X-55 Rhino delivers a multitude of customizable options never before seen in an H.O.T.A.S. System. Whether flying a modern fighter, single- or multi-engine aircraft, or even a retro single-seat plane, the X-55 Rhino supplies all the control surface options required to achieve the exact level of aerial performance aspiring pilots demand.

Enhanced Stick Accuracy
During virtual flight – just like true flight – the accuracy of an aircraft's control surfaces is of paramount importance. The X-55 Rhino's control surfaces are incredibly accurate, courtesy of an all-new 16-bit aileron and a 16-bit elevator axis, each employing hall-effect sensors. Developed from the ground up, Saitek's 16-bit axis solution enables extremely precise flight.

Adjustable Stick Force via Advanced 4-Spring System
A ground-breaking, adjustable stick spring system allows pilots to alter the force required to move the stick. Four springs of varying resistance are included to provide a total of five different options. Choose the spring – or no spring at all – which best accommodates your style of flying.

Twin Throttles with Friction Adjuster and Throttle Lock
Using a twin-engine throttle controller is the only suitable method for manipulating a virtual twin-engine aircraft. The X-55 Rhino boasts twin throttles – ideal for situations in which your primary engine is disabled and you're down to one – and also provides the option to adjust the friction required to move them. And if your aircraft of choice is single-engine, a handy throttle lock effectively converts the twin throttles into a single unit.

Bonus Toggles and Rotaries on Backlit Throttle Base
Flight sim accessories used by today's virtual pilots require the highest level of control and customization. The X-55 Rhino showcases additional toggles and rotaries, not based on any particular aircraft, around the throttle base. Seven extra three-way toggle switches and two rotaries allow you to customize this H.O.T.A.S. System to your own specifications.

Individual USB Connectors
The X-55 Rhino's stick and throttle units each utilize their own separate USB connection, offering greater flexibility during customization. You're free to situate the controls exactly where you want them, without the need to keep them tethered to each other.

H.O.T.A.S. Configuration Software Enables Programmable Controls
Saitek's new software provides the ability to completely customize all of the X-55 Rhino's axes and buttons. On the axis side, you can adjust deadbands and response curves to fine-tune axes to respond just like an aircraft's real-life counterparts. On the buttons and toggle side, you can assign any number of in-sim directives, such as speed brake, flares, target lock and pickle weapon. The software also allows programmability for an array of mouse and keyboard commands – from basic single-key inputs to very advanced, timed, and macro commands.

Build the Ultimate Virtual Cockpit
Transform even a modest PC into a virtual cockpit and experience the staggering realism of different flight and emergency situations – complete with realistic weather and flight conditions. Using the X-55 Rhino as a foundation for Saitek's modular accessories, easily add Combat Rudder Pedals and a multitude of Switch, Navigation, and Instrument Panels to fully customize your flight simulator. Commercial or private, seasoned or novice, you have the ability to equip your flight simulation setup with all the essentials needed to vastly improve your skill set and muscle memory.

Compatible with ALL Major Flying Games with the Saitek X-55 H.O.T.A.S. configuration software, including:

  • Flight Simulator X
  • Flight Simulator 2004
  • X-Plane 10
  • X-Plane 9
  • DCS World
  • DCS: A-10C Warthog
  • DCS: Black Shark 2
  • DCS: UH-1H Huey
  • Lock On: Modern Air Combat (LOMAC)
  • Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 3
  • Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 2
  • Lock On: Flaming Cliffs
  • aerofly FS
  • Take On Helicopters (TKOH)
  • Rise of Flight
  • Arma 3
  • Falcon 4.0: Allied Force
  • Falcon BMS 4.32
  • World of Warplanes
  • War Thunder

Includes:

  • X-55 Rhino Stick Unit with USB Connector Cable
  • X-55 Rhino Throttle Unit with USB Connector Cable and Green Backlighting
  • Spring System with 4 Springs of Varied Resistance

System Requirements:

PC: Windows XP (32- and 64-bit) and Higher; 2 USB 2.0 Ports **Not compatible with Windows 10 yet
Release date Australia
May 8th, 2014
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Box Dimensions (mm)
335x230x295
UPC
728658432157
All-time sales rank
Top 5000
Product ID
22047160

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