Thrustmaster has released the HOTAS Warthog MKII, a new version of its popular flight stick and throttle system.
The new HOTAS (Hands on Throttle and Stick) combines a 1:1-scale replica flight stick inspired by the U.S. Air Force’s Viper with the dual-throttle A-10C Warthog throttle. The flight stick features 19 action buttons, a two-stage trigger and an eight-way POV hat switch, while the throttle includes independent engine controls, 17 action buttons and a dedicated slew control.
The HOTAS Warthog MKII uses Thrustmaster’s H.E.A.R.T. Hall Effect technology; the redesigned base incorporates anti-stiction ball bearings and 16-bit sensor resolution, with the system designed to deliver precise inputs while reducing the potential for wear-related drift.
The new six-pin connector also allows the base to support a wider range of Thrustmaster grips, with up to 128 buttons and eight axes available depending on the configuration.
The HOTAS Warthog MKII is compatible with Thrustmaster’s T.A.R.G.E.T. software, allowing users to create customised control profiles for their favourite simulators.
The HOTAS Warthog MKII is available now from Thrustmaster’s UK store for £449.99.
Thrustmaster HOTAS WARTHOG MKII Features
- Complete military bundle: Includes Thrustmaster’s redesigned, smoother and sturdier HOTAS WARTHOG base, the iconic A-10C Warthog throttle, and the official 1:1 scale replica of the U.S. Air Force VIPER flight stick
- Officially licensed U.S. Air Force VIPER flight stick grip: 1:1 scale replica of the VIPER flight stick, faithful to the original with its 19 action buttons, including a 2-step trigger and an 8-way PoV hat switch for total control in combat
- Authentic A-10C throttle and control panel: Official U.S. Air Force replicas featuring 17 action buttons, a Mouse Hat / Slew Control, and an 8-way PoV hat switch
- 15 years of Hall Effect expertise: Thrustmaster’s proprietary H.E.A.R.T. (HallEffect AccuRate Technology) technology ensures surgical precision that won’t decrease over time
- Optimised metal structure: A completely redesigned base for smoother movements and increased durability, able to withstand the most intense simulation sessions
- New electronic design: The modernised 6-pin connector ensures full compatibility with all Thrustmaster grips, simultaneously supporting up to 128 buttons and 8 axes
