T16000M FCS - Ambidextrous Flight Control System with H.E.A.R.T HallEffect AccuRate Technology for PC

The Thrustmaster T16000M does it's job perfectly as an entry level joystick to enter into space or flight sims. It was easy to set up and responsive, mapping was simple and works fine with games like Star Citizen and Microsoft flight simulator. The ambidextrous grip is easy to swap over as long as you have a screwdriver handy. Running HOSAM for Star citizen has been an absolute game changer in not only how well I am able to fly but also the immersion into the game. It has a good amount of buttons to map your needed items very rarely do I have to move back to the keyboard when in flight. It does not have Vibration if that is something you are interested in.

I've used Thrustmaster products since the 90's and never had any issues with them and this is no different. Years ago I was using a Saitek X52 and when that started failing I decided to purchase a budget joystick so got the Thrustmaster T.Flight Stick X back in 2016 when it was on sale. Although the T.Flight Stick X is 8 years old it still works fine but I missed my separate throttle so started looking for a replacement. After extensive research, reading reviews and tests I opted for this, the Thrustmaster T16000M FCS Hotas and one of the deciding factors was the precision of the joystick. I had originally thought about the Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S or Thrustmaster Hotas Warthog but the T16000M came out as my final choice. I fly mainly in DCS World and the precision of the joystick really shines through, especially in dogfights. It also works well in X-Plane and Ace Combat, although you will need to configure Ace Combat 7 manually in the config files. As this comes with the throttle I generally reassign the small sliding throttle on the joystick itself to another function, more often than not in DCS I use it as a zoom function. There are plenty of buttons to assign on the joystick itself, personally I mainly use the right side for engine controls and use the left side for things I use more often in flight as I can tap them with my thumb. The throttle also has plenty of buttons to assign and also has a dedicated analogue hat which is excellent in DCS for moving the camera around on targetting pods, you can assign the click of the analogue hat to something like target locking. There is also a rotary control on the top, left side of the throttle which is handy, again my main use in DCS is either zoom levels on the targetting display or I use it as the throttle for helicopters, leaving the throttle slide free for collective. One big plus of the throttle setup, that I was a little sceptical of was the rocker paddles on the rear. I use these as rudder control and I've got just as much control as I used to get with my dedicated pedals, takes a bit of getting used too but it's really impressive and saved me having to buy separate pedals and having another bulky box sat around. There are reviews that mention the plastic construction, yes it is plastic but then it's good quality and metal where it counts, my previous Thrustmaster that's 8 years old and still working is all plastic construction so not sure why some people have issues with it. End of the day if you want all metal then expect to pay 4x the cost of the T16000M and even some of them are plastic just with metal switches. One noticeable thing, which was mentioned in a number of reviews is the throttle slide action can feel a little but sticky. I did notice that out the box, it's not horrendous but can effect precision in something like DCS. There is an adjustment screw on the underside for the throttle action and I found loosening that off quite a bit helped make it more fluid, also being more gentle with the action and not forcefully pushing and pulling the throttle helped a lot. There is an after market slide you can fit but for me personally that won't be considered until the warranty has expired, as it is with the screw adjustment and being a bit more gentle using it I found it to be fine. If you want more button assignments you can use the Thrustmaster Target software that's free, personally I don't bother and I map everything I need to the throttle and joystick and then the rest of the commands I use voice control through Voice Attack. In all I think the Thrustmaster T16000M FCS Hotas is an excellent choice for some precision flying, especially if you get it while on offer like I did.

An excellent product that works well. I returned and ordered the Thrustmaster T1600M as I found I needed more buttons for DCS.

Really good quality Joysticks. I originally purchased my first pair in July 2019 and one of them has had a tremor in the rotation axis (twisting the handle round) for the last few months, this month its become too much of a hindrance to continue to use however, that is still roughly 6 years of good performance and considering I bought several £40 joysticks that lasted nowhere near as long its good value for money. I also went through a house move during this time so that might well be partly to blame (I can see the tremor on the windows calibration screen in addition to how it affects gameplay). Other than the last ability I like the left and right handed grips and all the buttons are very useful. Also having two joysticks makes controlling thrusters and normal engines easy. Hope this helps someone else make a decision on a purchase.

This is an excellent HOTAS (Hands on Throttle and Stick!) but there are some caveats. Firstly for the price vs performance I would say this is spot on for both simulator enthusiasts and everyday gamers looking for an enhanced experience. Do note however, that at time of writing its currently retailing around £135 (I got this for £80ish a few years back). How is it for Flight Simulator 2020? = Good, almost everything can be done from the controllers - the throttle in particular has about 16 different buttons (including D-axies) in addition to the stick itself. I would highly recommend rebinding many of the keys so that you aren't having to constantly put both hands on the joystick for adjusting the flaps or trim for example. The main thing that irked me is the throttle axis for 'free look' was constantly pulling right and I could find no way to calibrate the axis, in the end having to rebind this entirely. You will be regularly pushing CTRL-C to check which button corresponds to which urgent request flashing on screen. How is it for Elite Dangerous? = Excellent, everything can be done from the HOTAS setup. For Elite I think this set-up is king, although I may be saying this from greater familiarity with the setup then compared to FS2020. How is it on other games? I've greatly enjoyed using this stick for a range of combat simulators, notably IL 2 Sturmovick but its also great for Truck Simulator 2 and a range of other simulator driving games if you don't have a wheel or prefer something a bit more hefty then an xbox controller. How is the software? <Apathetic shrug>, I have tried using Target a few times, and hoped I could re-calibrate the axis through it but yet to find a way. They make a song and dance of it and I'm sure it is useful for those that wish to exploit it but as an 'everyday' gamer rather then an 'enthusiast' I've got other things to be doing. How is its durability? I've mentioned the wandering axis which is a shame, but thankfully one of the minor ones (its the little thumb stick at the front of the throttle). Nothing else seems to have broken in the last few years. The throttle and flapping pads in particular feel excellent (especially in Elite), the joystick likewise fits well in my large hand - I'm hoping this will continue to last me many years. One odd thing, the joystick has a lovely orange LED glow which is really cool - and meant to show when its in use. But even when my computer is turned off it continues to glow at all times - odd that.

Reason enough... buy it already! Using with MS Flight Sim 2020 - no issues at all. Most responsive joystick on the market in this price range, would not even consider the others as they all have considerable dead-zones before input is read. The orange plate lights up the moment you start to move the stick, indicating it is reading your input immediately. Keep in mind: -Although the joystick can be changed to left handed use, throttle unit cannot (it can be awkward to use with right hand) -Throttle unit hand grip is just textured hard plastic, not nice rubber like parts of the joystick -Joystick is friendly with small hands :) -Trigger is single level click, no multi-function depth -No option to lock the rudder, although have not found myself accidentally turning the joystick as there is just enough force required -Plug and play worked without any additional software for me (Using USB 2.0 ports, Window 10 version 2004 with MS Flight Simulator 2020)

Ich habe das Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS Flight Pack für den Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 gekauft, um eine realistischere Steuerung zu erhalten – und bin insgesamt sehr zufrieden. Die Verarbeitungsqualität ist hochwertig, alle Komponenten wirken robust und langlebig. Besonders überzeugt hat mich die präzise Steuerung: Der Joystick reagiert feinfühlig auf jede Bewegung, die Pedale laufen gleichmäßig, und der Schubregler lässt sich genau dosieren. Das ergonomische Design sorgt auch bei längeren Flügen für angenehmen Komfort. Zudem bietet das Set viele Tasten- und Programmiermöglichkeiten, was die Anpassung an verschiedene Flugzeuge erleichtert. Einziger Kritikpunkt: Die Erstkonfiguration ist etwas aufwendig. Das Mapping und die Empfindlichkeit der Achsen musste ich manuell anpassen, um das gewünschte Fluggefühl zu erreichen. Insgesamt ist das T.16000M FCS Flight Pack eine sehr empfehlenswerte Lösung für Simulationsfreunde, die Wert auf Präzision und solide Qualität legen. Ideal für alle, die ihren Flugalltag realistisch gestalten möchten.

Compré este Flight Pack porque llevaba tiempo queriendo una experiencia de simulación de vuelo más completa en el PC, y la verdad es que ha sido una pasada. El paquete incluye el joystick T.16000M, el mando de potencia y los pedales de timón —todo lo necesario para una inmersión total. Además, el sistema de entrega fue muy seguro, ya que me pidieron un código para recogerlo y así me aseguré de que no lo cogiera nadie por error. Aquí va mi opinión tras varias semanas de uso: ✅ Pros • Precisión espectacular del joystick: El T.16000M utiliza sensores magnéticos y se nota muchísimo en la precisión de los movimientos. Lo he usado en simuladores como Microsoft Flight Simulator y X-Plane, y la sensación es muy realista. • El mando de potencia es muy completo: Tiene muchos botones personalizables, buen recorrido y resistencia ajustada. Ideal tanto para aviación civil como para simuladores de combate. El diseño ergonómico te permite tener todo bajo control sin necesidad de teclado. • Pedales con buen tacto y respuesta: Los pedales del timón tienen un desplazamiento suave y progresivo. Se nota que están pensados para durar y dan un plus enorme de realismo. • Construcción robusta: Aunque todo es de plástico, se siente sólido. Nada suena a hueco ni parece que se vaya a romper con el uso. A nivel de durabilidad, da muy buenas sensaciones. • Sistema de recogida con código: Un detalle que me sorprendió fue que al ir a recoger el paquete tuve que introducir un código personal. Así te aseguras de que no se pierda ni lo recoja otra persona por error. Un punto a favor del envío. ❌ Contras • Ocupa bastante espacio: Entre el joystick, el mando de gases y los pedales, necesitas bastante sitio en el escritorio o en el suelo. Si no tienes una zona de juego amplia o una mesa específica para simracing/flight sim, puede ser un poco engorroso montarlo todo. • Los cables podrían estar mejor organizados: Vienen bastantes cables y no hay un sistema para ordenarlos o unirlos. Hay que buscarse la vida para que no molesten o queden colgando por todos lados. • No es plug & play total: Aunque funciona bien, al principio hay que configurar bastantes controles manualmente dependiendo del simulador. No es difícil, pero lleva su rato. ✅ Conclusión El Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS Flight Pack es una opción excelente para quienes buscan meterse de lleno en la simulación aérea sin gastarse una fortuna. Preciso, completo y muy inmersivo. Si tienes el espacio y estás dispuesto a dedicarle un poco de tiempo a configurarlo, merece mucho la pena. La entrega fue rápida y segura, y desde luego volvería a comprarlo si tuviera que vólver a elegir un set de vuelo.

Very good as far as starter sticks go. Snappy, good response and return to zero. The software has a learning curve but isn't insurmountable. Overall happy with the purchase as they don't drift while flying FA Off in Elite: Dangerous.