1. VPforce Products¶
VPforce Controls, based in Lithuania (EU), engineers professional-grade force feedback (FFB) systems for flight simulation. All products share a common hardware and software platform, enabling consistent telemetry integration, long-term firmware support, and seamless interoperability with the VPforce software suite.
1.1 Rhino FFB Base¶
The flagship plug-and-play FFB joystick base. Factory assembled, calibrated, and ready to use out of the box with up to 9 N·m of torque.
- Direct grip compatibility: Thrustmaster, Virpil
- Adapter support: VKB, WinWing
- Up to ±22° of travel
- Integrated anti-cogging, damping compensation, and safety watchdog
1.2 DIY Motor Kits¶
Modular kits providing the exact same motor and electronics technology that powers the Rhino. Designed for builders who want to construct custom FFB joysticks, yokes, helicopter collectives, or pedal systems.
All kits include the VPforce FFB Mainboard, pre-calibrated brushless motors, and high-resolution encoders. The kits operate on the identical firmware platform as the Rhino with zero feature compromises.
| Kit | Frame | Torque | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57BLF03 | NEMA23 (57 mm) | ≈ 1.98 Nm peak | Light–medium builds, custom joysticks, pedal conversions |
| 86BLF03 | NEMA34 (86 mm) | ≈ 3.30 Nm peak | Two-axis joysticks, heavier rudder pedal builds |
| 86BLF04 | NEMA34 (86 mm) | ≈ 3.81 Nm peak | Long extensions, full-scale replicated controls, demanding setups |
1.3 Grip Adapters¶
Compatibility information and setup instructions for WinWing and VKB grip adapters.
1.4 Throw Limiters¶
Physical adapter plates that restrict the RHINO’s gimbal travel. Available from VPforce or 3D printable from a parametric Onshape model with adjustable throw angles.