This article looks at the 【Ferrari公式ライセンス製品】Thrustmaster T98 Ferrari 296 GTB PS5 using its published specs and listing data, and spells out who it suits — and who should skip it.
Overview
The Thrustmaster T98 Ferrari 296 GTB is an officially licensed racing wheel for PS5, PS4 and Windows 10/11 PCs, styled after the real Ferrari 296 GTB. It offers 240° of rotation and returns to centre using a bungee cord mechanism rather than a motor.
That detail defines the product: there is no force feedback.
Put plainly, this is an entry wheel, not sim hardware. As a step up from a gamepad it works well — you get a real steering rim and pedals.
But if you want to feel grip loss and tyre slip through your hands, save toward an FFB model instead.
On the Amazon.co.jp listing, data captured in May 2026 shows 6,035 ratings at 4.2 out of 5 stars (about 84% positive).
That is a solid sample size for an entry-level wheel and suggests no widespread defect.
Compatibility Guide
Supported platforms are PS5, PS4 and Windows 10/11 PCs, over a wired USB connection. There is no wireless or Bluetooth option, so measure the cable run from your console to your seating position first.
The first thing to check: Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One are not supported. If Xbox is your only console, this wheel is off the list.
Switch is not listed either, so do not plan around it.
| Spec | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Rotation | 240° | Two-thirds of a turn lock-to-lock; little hand repositioning, but far from real-car feel |
| Connection | USB (wired) | Plan cable routing before you buy |
| Dimensions | 25.5 × 25 × 24.5 cm | Needs roughly 25 cm of clear desk depth |
| Weight | 3.34 kg | Light — pedals will slide without a stop |
| Model number | 4160918 | Confirm this matches the listing you open |
Mounting is by desk clamp. Very thick tabletops, or desks with a cable tray or frame overhanging the front edge, may prevent the clamp from seating properly.
Measure your tabletop thickness and confirm there is a flat, unobstructed strip along the front edge.
On PC, install the driver and map the wheel in each game's controller settings. It works with supported PS5/PS4 titles such as Gran Turismo 7, and with PC staples like Assetto Corsa and iRacing.
Note the difference between "supported" and "competitive": with 240° and no FFB, serious sim titles will expose the hardware's limits.
The Manettino dial switches between three driver-assist profiles, from full realism to assisted driving. That is genuinely useful when several people of different skill levels share the wheel.
Product Details
The box includes the wheel, a pedal set and a USB cable — everything needed to start. Manufacturer warranty is one year.
The listing records a release date of December 31, 2025.
On pricing: the Amazon.co.jp listing showed ¥20,980 as captured on May 27, 2026, and an eBay US listing showed $121.99 as captured on July 9, 2026.
Both are point-in-time figures that move with sales and stock. Also note the captured seller label read "Amazon US" despite a yen price on the Japanese site — trust the price and currency shown on the page you actually open, not a label.
As a non-FFB entry-to-mid wheel, a wheel-and-pedal set around the ¥20,000 mark makes sense as a way to test whether sim racing sticks for you, with Ferrari licensing adding a sense of ownership rare at this price.
How it compares
Thrustmaster's own T128 and T300 RS include force feedback and are fundamentally different machines. If your budget can stretch, an FFB model is worth the wait.
If budget, space or casual family play are the priorities, the T98's trade-offs are the right ones. Direct-drive bases such as MOZA's are another category entirely, in both price and mounting requirements.
Best Use Cases
- PS5/PS4 players of Gran Turismo 7 and similar who want to move on from a gamepad.
- Buyers who want Ferrari styling at an accessible price and do not need FFB.
- Anyone tight on space — under 25 cm deep fits most desks.
- Households sharing one wheel; the Manettino assist profiles absorb skill gaps.
- First-time wheel buyers keeping initial spend low.
Before You Buy
The big one is the lack of force feedback. The compatibility notes state it outright: not suitable for users expecting FFB.
No weighting up under load, no kerb vibration, no lightening rim as the rear steps out. Centring is purely mechanical via bungee cord.
Most polarised reviews of wheels like this come down to whether the buyer expected that.
240° of rotation is the second trade-off. Against the 900–1080° of FFB wheels, you get two-thirds of a turn, so steering inputs feel unlike a real car.
The upside is that you rarely reposition your hands and it suits cramped desks. As a driving-technique trainer it disappoints; as a game controller it is fine.
Pedal slippage is the practical annoyance. At 3.34 kg total, the pedals will creep forward on hard flooring or carpet under braking.
Plan for a wall, a non-slip mat or a board behind the pedals from day one.
No Xbox support and wired-only connection are things you cannot undo after purchase. Check your console and room layout first.
One more check: listing metadata is often wrong. Maker names, model numbers, categories and seller labels on shopping pages sometimes contradict the actual product — this listing's price already carried a mismatched "Amazon US" label.
Before ordering, confirm from the product images and title that you are buying the T98 Ferrari 296 GTB (model 4160918), and check whether the review section mixes in other variants.
FAQ
Q. Does it have force feedback?
A. No. Centring is a mechanical bungee-cord system. If FFB is the goal, choose an FFB model.
Q. Does it work on Xbox Series X|S?
A. No. Supported platforms are PS5, PS4 and PC (Windows 10/11).
Q. Can I use it with Gran Turismo 7? A.
Yes, on supported PS5/PS4 titles. But with 240° and no FFB, treat it as a fun input device rather than lap-time hardware.
Q. Can I add an H-pattern shifter or handbrake? A.
The box contains the wheel, pedals and USB cable. It is not built as an expandable platform; if you want a shifter or load-cell pedals, a compatible higher-tier base is cheaper in the long run.
Q. How much desk space does it need? A.
It measures 25.5 × 25 × 24.5 cm and clamps to a tabletop.
You need roughly 25 cm of clear depth and a front edge free of trays or frames.
Q. What does it cost? A.
¥20,980 on Amazon.co.jp as captured on May 27, 2026.
That is a point-in-time figure — check the current price on the product page.
