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Conspit ARES 12 CDR sim racing direct drive wheelbase with high-resolution optical encoder for detailed force feedback.
Conspit ARES 12 CDR direct drive wheelbase for sim racing with high-resolution optical encoder and low torque cogging.
Conspit ARES 12 CDR 12 Nm direct drive wheelbase for sim racing with high-resolution optical encoder and smooth direct-drive motor.
Conspit ARES 12 CDR sim racing direct drive wheelbase with high-resolution encoder for precise force feedback.

Conspit ARES 12 CDR

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A compact 12 Nm direct drive wheelbase - detailed, smooth force feedback in a 5.6 kg package.

  • 23-bit optical encoder, skew-pole motor - cogging under 2.3%, smooth and quiet
  • CDR quick release - swap wheels in seconds

Note! A steering wheel is required and not included.

Sale price€520,00Regular price €608,00You save €88,00
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DHL Express 12:00

  • delivery by 12:00 noon on the next business day in many EU destinations
  • orders placed before 16:30 are dispatched the same day
  • limitations: max. 27 kg, not available for cockpits or seats

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  • next-business-day delivery in many EU destinations
  • orders placed before 16:30 are dispatched the same day
  • limitations: max. 27 kg, not available for cockpits or seats

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  • the faster UPS option, with next-business-day delivery in many EU destinations
  • orders placed before 15:00 are dispatched the same day
  • limitations: max. 37 kg, not available for cockpits or seats, max. 3000€ order value

DHL Economy

  • reliable delivery at a lower cost
  • orders placed before 16:30 are dispatched the same day
  • no weight limit - suitable for cockpits and seats

UPS Standard

  • our lowest-cost shipping option
  • orders placed before 15:00 are dispatched the same day
  • no weight limit - suitable for cockpits and seats
  • free Saturday delivery in many larger cities in the UK, DE, FR, NL, BE, IT, ES and PL - note: the delivery estimate at checkout doesn't yet show Saturday as a delivery day, so your order may arrive a day earlier than estimated
  • max. 3000€ order value
Warranty, exchanges and returns

Warranty and legal guarantee

The manufacturer's warranty period for this product is shown below the Add to cart button. Some brands offer longer coverage - Simucube and Sim-Lab products come with a 3-year manufacturer's warranty, and the Simucube ActivePedal Ultimate with 5 years.

If you buy as a consumer, you also have a minimum two-year legal guarantee from GPerformance as the seller. The manufacturer's warranty is additional and does not replace or limit your statutory rights.

If something goes wrong, contact us - we'll handle the claim for you, including any coordination with the manufacturer. You don't have to deal with anything yourself, and shipping cost is on us.

Need help choosing?

If you're not sure whether a product is compatible with your setup, get in touch before ordering. We'll help you pick the right option. Honest advice is always free.

Product exchange within 14 days

Sometimes gear feels different on your rig than you expected - force feedback, pedal response, wheel ergonomics. That's fine. Within 14 days of delivery, you can request an exchange for a different product or variant. The product just needs to be in good condition, complete and returned in its original box - short testing on your rig is fine.

Exchanges are meant for genuine purchases, not for trying out products. If you're unsure what suits your setup or driving style, ask us before ordering - we're happy to help, and we want you racing on gear you're happy with. For business (B2B) purchases, please contact us first.

14-day right of withdrawal

If you buy as a consumer and change your mind, let us know within 14 days of receiving the product - no reason needed. You can use the Withdraw from contract link in the footer or email [email protected].

Once you've notified us, you have another 14 days to send the product back. The direct cost of return shipping is covered by you. If the product is faulty or you received the wrong item, contact us first and we'll arrange a suitable return method.

Inspecting and returning the product

You can unpack and inspect the product just as you would in a store. Handle it with care and return it complete, with all accessories, cables and manuals. Keep the original box and protective materials, as they help protect the product during return shipping.

If you've handled or used the product beyond what's needed to establish its nature, characteristics and functioning, you keep your right of withdrawal, but we may reduce the refund by the loss in value this caused.

Any questions?

Questions about compatibility, warranty, exchanges or returns? Email [email protected] - a real person will reply, often the owner himself.
Conspit ARES Platinum torque validation - high-precision dynamic torque sensor testing

The same test bench as the flagship

The ARES 12 went through the same measurement discipline as Conspit's flagship: a dynamic torque sensor between the wheel and the motor shaft, reading below 0.01 Nm at 1 kHz. What reaches your hands is engineering data, not marketing.

Conspit ARES Platinum skew-pole direct drive motor with 23-bit optical encoder

Flagship internals in a 5.6 kg package

Inside sits the same recipe as Conspit's flagship: a proprietary skew-pole direct drive motor with torque cogging under 2.3% and a 23-bit optical encoder. At 5.6 kg and 243 mm deep, it fits where bigger bases won't - and 12 Nm is more than most drivers ever run.

Need more headroom? Conspit ARES 20 Platinum CDR

Conspit CDR quick release and front POGO expansion contacts on the ARES Platinum wheelbase

Grows with your setup

Start with one wheel, add more later: the CDR quick release swaps them in seconds, and magnetic POGO contacts on the front panel are ready for future Conspit expansion modules. In CONSPIT LINK 2.0, official pro-driver presets get you dialled in from the first session.

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Manual, Downloads and Technical details

Manual
ARES Series Function Guide
ARES Series CDR ver Quick Guide
ARES Series Quick Guide
ARES Series - Rig Adapters Manual + Template


Download
Conspit Link 2.0 download


Technical details:

  • Product Name: ARES 12 CDR
  • Dimensions: 134 x 150 x 243 mm
  • Net Weight: 5.6 kg
  • Holding Torque: 12 Nm
  • Motor: Skew-Pole Direct-Drive
  • Encoder: 23-bit High-Resolution Optical Encoder
  • Quick Release: CONSPIT CDR Quick Release System
  • Mounting: M6 x 4 (bottom), M8 x 4 (sides)
  • E-Stop: CES E-Stop (optional)
  • Connection: USB direct
  • Cable: USB 3.0 data cable
  • Software: CONSPIT LINK 2.0
Compatibility

PC only!


Cockpit compatibility:


Steering wheel compatibility:

a) Conspit wheels via the CDR quick release
(Data flows through the CDR contacts - no cable needed)

b) Conspit wheels via the included Quick-Con adapter
Every Conspit wheel ships with the Quick-Con 50/70 mm adapter - it mounts to the quick release and transmits data via a detachable coiled USB cable.

c) Third-party USB steering wheels
The CDR quick release follows industry-standard specifications for a mechanical fit; data runs via the wheel's own USB cable.


E-Stop:
The CES E-Stop is an optional accessory - the wheelbase runs without it.

What is in the package?
  • Conspit ARES 12 CDR direct drive wheelbase
  • power adapter
  • USB cable
  • stickers

Fasteners kit

  • hex wrench 6, 5, 4
  • 4x M8x16mm hex bolts
  • 4x M8x16mm round head hex bolts
  • 4x M6x16mm hex bolts
  • 4x M6x16mm round head hex bolts
  • 4x M8 gaskets
  • 4x M6 gaskets

Not included: steering wheel, CES E-Stop (optional accessory)

What our customers say about this product?

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Is 12 Nm enough, or should I get the ARES 20?

For GT and most racing, 12 Nm is genuinely enough - many drivers run high-torque bases at similar levels anyway. The ARES 20 Platinum adds headroom (20 Nm, slew rate up to 9.5 Nm/ms) so strong effects render with reserve. The core platform - skew-pole motor, 23-bit optical encoder, CDR quick release - is identical.

Is a steering wheel included?

No - the ARES 12 is the wheelbase alone. The Conspit Bundle Builder pairs it with a wheel in one step - the 310 APEX (CDR) ships with the CDR wheel side already fitted.

Which steering wheels work with the ARES 12?

Conspit wheels connect cable-free over the CDR quick release (the 310 APEX has the wheel side included; the 300 GT and MAX 01 need the CDR Quick Release unit), or via their included Quick-Con 50/70 mm adapter with coiled USB. Third-party USB wheels fit mechanically thanks to the CDR's industry-standard dimensions.

Which cockpits does the ARES 12 fit?

The ARES series is on Sim-Lab's official compatibility list for the GT1 Evo and GT1 Pro; on the P1X Pro, P1X Ultimate and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS cockpit it mounts via the wheel deck. Bottom M6x4 and side M8x4 threads cover other profile rigs - the mounting template is linked in the Compatibility tab.

Is an E-Stop required?

No - the CES E-Stop is an optional accessory and the wheelbase runs without it. Connection is USB direct with the included cable, no hub needed; configuration happens in the free Conspit Link 2.0. PC only.