Joystick for P3D

[iFlySimX 751]

Hi everyone! 

I currently have a Saitek X52, however, I am looking for something smaller as I needed to downsize in desk. I would like to get a new joystick that has a small throttle within the joystick so that it is small. I know this is not what I want but due to space that's what I need. Any recommendations? 

[SunDevil56 183]

2 hours ago, Le Français said:

Hi everyone! 

I currently have a Saitek X52, however, I am looking for something smaller as I needed to downsize in desk. I would like to get a new joystick that has a small throttle within the joystick so that it is small. I know this is not what I want but due to space that's what I need. Any recommendations? 

The Logitech 3D Pro has the throttle control built in to the base of the stick, they're kind of an entry level stick, but I used one for years before upgrading to a Saitek X52 Pro, and it never let me down. There's really no comparison between the two, but if extreme space limitations are an issue for you, then the Logitech might fit the bill, they are a popular choice among flight simmers, and they're quite inexpensive as well.

[marc1184 42]

I use the Logitech 3D Pro and have for years.  Throttle, 12 programmable buttons + hat switch. X/Y/Z Axis.  A nice footprint too for a smaller desk.

[Bob Scott 7,720]

The Thrustmaster T.16000M is a ~$50 joystick with Hall Effect sensors on the X & Y axes, a twist-grip Z-axis for rudder or tiller, 16 buttons, and a small throttle slider.  It's also ambidextrous--the handgrip can be flipped for left-hand operation (e.g. Scarebus left seat).

 

[iFlySimX 751]

Thanks guys, so the question, Thrustmaster T.16000M or Logitech 3D pro?

[jymp 168]

I have both, Logitech 3D Pro

[iFlySimX 751]

13 hours ago, jymp said:

I have both, Logitech 3D Pro

Thanks! How come over the TM?

[Quasimodo 505]

Find yourself a Microsoft Sidewinder Forced feedback 2. Still the best joystick ever made 😁

[howevr 39]

Gladiator MK II. Highly recommended. You can order via X-plane.org store.

Cheers.

[jymp 168]

7 hours ago, Le Français said:

Thanks! How come over the TM?

I know the TM has Hall sensors, but the buttons and throttle on the TM feel cheap, to me the Logitech is more comfortable, and tough, I've had mine a long time and it still works perfectly.