Logitech G has unveiled the RS50 Direct Drive Wheelbase and RS Pedals, finally entering the mid range direct drive market after years of gear driven system like the logitech G29 and G920 with their sole direct drive representative being the $1,000 Logitech G Pro. At just $350 for the base, the RS50 delivers 8Nm of torque and includes the same TRUEFORCE technology as the high end G Pro. As for the pedals they look to be a huge upgrade over the ones found on the G29, now featuring a 75kg load cell brake.
Catching Up to the Competition
At $699 for the kit, the RS50 competes directly with established 8Nm systems like the Moza R9, Simagic Alpha Evo Sport, and Fanatec CSL DD with boost kit. This represents a much-needed refresh for Logitech’s aging belt-driven lineup that had fallen behind the direct drive revolution.
The 8Nm direct drive motor processes game data at 4,000 updates per second through TRUEFORCE, translating road textures and tire slip into feedback. A slip ring design provides 2700 degrees of rotation for everything from Formula cars to trucks.
Load Cell Brake Pedals
The RS Pedals include a 75kg load cell brake that measures pressure rather than movement, plus Hall Effect accelerator sensors for durability. Customizable brake feel adjustment and pedal length extenders accommodate different setups, with an optional clutch module available.
Modular System Approach
The Racing Series modularity allows gradual upgrades from existing Logitech hardware through a Racing Adapter that works with G-Series pedals and shifters. Complete RS50 Systems bundle everything needed for immediate racing.
Pricing and Market Position
The RS50 launches September 17th starting at $349 for PC-only, or $449 with PlayStation compatibility. RS Pedals follow in Q4 at $160, with an optional clutch module at $45. This pricing puts Logitech squarely against the budget direct drive market that has become fiercely competitive.
The Bottom Line
The RS50 represents Logitech’s long-overdue entry into direct drive after watching competitors dominate enthusiast sim racing. Their belt-driven systems had become outdated as Moza, Simagic, and Fanatec made direct drive mainstream.
This could reinvigorate Logitech’s credibility in serious sim racing, but success depends on execution against established direct drive manufacturers who have years of experience in this market.