ThrustMaster Hotas Warthog Dual Throttles (2960739)

The dual throttle quadrant, presented by the renowned brand ThrustMaster, is known as the Warthog, referring to the A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft, favored with this nickname by pilots. The design of the quadrant replicates the control mechanisms of this specific aircraft. The first thing to note is the material of the casing: unlike the majority of flight simulator peripherals, metal is used here, which is felt not only visually but also tactilely — the levers move with a pleasing weightiness, and the unit firmly stands on the table due to its own mass.

Two independent throttle levers allow for separate control of each engine, which is particularly advantageous in military simulators where such separation is utilized for maneuvering. The ThrustMaster Hotas Warthog Dual Throttles is equipped with 16 buttons, including toggles as well as two rotary switches — a set sufficient for assigning most functions without requiring a keyboard. Force feedback is absent in the device, which for a throttle quadrant is more the norm than a shortcoming. Connection is via a wired USB-A, which also supplies power. Compatibility is limited to PCs running Windows, and for a complete HOTAS configuration, a joystick must be purchased separately — for instance, one from the same Warthog series.