STECS Throttle comparison

Throttle comparison

Features STECS Throttle System
 STECS Space Throttle
Short Description

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

Best spacecraft throttle
Ideal as right-hand throttle for left-handed simmers
Ideal for Flight & Space sim games Space sim games
Individual engine controls 1 or 2 6
Buttons and switches

MTG-L (Modern Throttle Grip Left):
2 Buttons
2 Triggers
2 Wheel encoders
Red rubber pad pre-installed; green and gray pad included

MTG-R (Modern Throttle Grip Right):
2 Triggers
3 Buttons
1 2-Way Rocker Switch with Center Push
2 4-Way Hats with Center Push
1 2-Axis Ministick
1 Analog Wheel Axis
Additional Included Button Modules (user swappable):
- 3 Buttons
- 3 5-Position Hats
- 3 Replaceable Hat caps
Red rubber pad pre-installed; green and gray pad included

STG (Space Throttle Grip) single grip:
1 Built-in X, Y Axis Gimbal
2 Analog Axes
2 3-way Hat Switches
2 5-way Hat Switches
2 Buttons
1 Trigger
1 Encoder Wheel with Push Button
2 LEDs
Type Left hand grip only Left and right hand grips
Add-ons Various panels  Various panels
Detent frames Yes, multiple Yes, multiple
Construction Metal and ABS grade industrial plastic Metal and ABS grade industrial plastic
Versions Mini, Mini Plus, Standard or Max Mini, Mini Plus, Standard or Max
Desk mount Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short Universal Desk Mount (UCM) - short
Compatible Windows PC Windows PC
Works with All flight sim & space sim games All flight sim & space sim games
Product video


The STECS is the premier modular throttle system for flight and space sim pilots.

While many commercially available throttles are designed, and ergonomically optimized, for use with a certain type of flying machines, the STECS offers a more universal solution thanks to its modularity and customizability.

Needless to say, STECS is compatible with all VKB controllers and modules.

All STECS models come in 4 variants:
Mini, Mini Plus, Standard and Max.
Upgrade to higher models is seamless with the addition of STECS Accessories.

The STECS Throttle is available either with the Modern Throttle Grip (MTG) or with the new Space Throttle Grip (STG).

STECS Space Throttle System with Space Throttle Grip STG

How do you space pilots pull off strafe manoeuvres? I mean, sliding your spacecraft sideways without yawing.
Or, going up or down (whatever you call “up” and “down” in space 😊) without altering your pitch and roll attitude?
What controls do you use for that?

It’s a straightforward question, but there’s no equally straightforward answer.
Every space pilot customises their controls to suit their own style.

The need for a control device that enables these moves in a way that’s both ergonomic and anatomically sound, has always been clear. Was clear. Till now.

Because here’s a control device, designed specifically with strafing in mind.
VKB STG - Space Throttle Grip. For righties and for lefties.

Forward and back, you rock the lever, using your shoulder muscles, as they're stronger at the cost of being less precise; but when it comes to strafing, here comes the precision only attainable by hand muscles.

STECS Throttle System Mk.II with Modern Throttle Grip MTG

The STECS Throttle Mk.II features the Modern Throttle Grip (MTG).

We gave our full attention to tactile feeling of this control device. Soft and comfy replaceable rubber inserts reduce slipperiness of naked material and ensure better grip. Same goes about encoder wheels and buttons: all of them have rubberized inserts.

Smooth and non-sticky movement of the throttle axes is supported by adjustable independent clutches.