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Features STECS Throttle System
 STECS Space Throttle Omni Throttle  GNX THQ
Short Description

Best aircraft throttle for single/dual engine aircraft;
Best military aircraft throttle

Best spacecraft throttle

Best flight - space sim hybrid throttle

 Most versatile flight sim throttle for single / multi-engine aircraft
Ideal for Flight & Space sim games Space sim games Space sim games Flight sim games
Individual engine controls 1 or 2 6 3 for space sim;
1 for flight sim		 1 - 4
Buttons and switches Multiple buttons, triggers, ministicks and wheel axis Multiple buttons, triggers, ministicks and wheel axis Multiple buttons, triggers, ministicks and wheel axis Multiple buttons, levers, axes and ministicks
Add-ons Various panels  Various panels Separate GNX modules Various GNX modules
Detent frames Yes, multiple Yes, multiple No No
Construction Metal and ABS grade industrial plastic Metal and ABS grade industrial plastic ABS grade industrial plastic ABS grade industrial plastic
Versions Mini, Mini Plus, Standard or Max Mini, Mini Plus, Standard or Max Gladiator EVO or Gunfighter Mk.IV N/A
Desk mount Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short and long Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short and long
Compatible Windows PC Windows PC Windows PC Windows PC
Works with All flight sim & space sim games All flight sim & space sim games All flight sim & space sim games All flight sim & space sim games
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What is so special about VKB flight & space sim throttles?

VKB is the world's premier manufacturer of flight & space sim controllers, throttle and flight panels for any type of virtual aircraft and spacecraft.

Our throttles are of the highest quality, extremely versatile and many simmers use them for flight & space sim games and multiple sub-genres like general aviation, military combat flight as well as space combat and exploration.

Thanks to their superior engineering, full modularity and high-level customisation, VKB throttles provide an industry-leading immersive and realistic flying experience with high precision controls.

Take to the skies with ultimate control!

Which games can be played with VKB throttles?

VKB throttles work with most PC sim and other games, including all popular flight & space sim games such as Microsoft Flight Simulator, DCS, X-Plane, IL-2 Sturmovik, War Thunder, Star Citizen, Elite Dangerous etc..
VKB throttles may even be used for games such as Farm Simulator, Train Simulator, Battlefield, etc..

Can VKB throttles be mixed and matched? Are there any limitations?

Yes, you can choose any combination of VKB throttles / hardware.

Want a STECS throttle with a Gladiator flight stick? No problem.
Upgrade later to a higher STECS version? Sure, everything is modular.
Playing flight and space sims but want to easily swap between an Omni Throttle and a straight stick? Yes, all that can be done!

When it comes to hardware, VKB has carefully considered the compatibility of all components for current and future modularity.

This is the VKB Universe where you build your own personalised cockpit!

What platforms are VKB throttles compatible with?

VKB throttles are compatible with Windows PCs.
They are not compatible with Xbox, PS5, Apple or any other platforms.

I am new to flight & space simulation. Which throttle should I choose?

In very simple terms you should choose a flight stick, a throttle and ideally rudder pedals.

Joystick

Please see the All Controllers page to browse and compare VKB controllers. 

Throttle

Please see the Throttle and Rudder pedals sections for further information.

Rudder pedals

Please see the Rudder pedals page for further information.