Heusinkveld – Load Cell Pedals, Shifters and Sim Racing Accessories
Heusinkveld is a Dutch manufacturer of premium sim racing hardware. The company is best known for its Sprint and Ultimate+ pedal sets, but the catalogue also includes sequential shifters, a load-cell handbrake, a complete steering wheel and a range of mounting and service parts. Heusinkveld products are built around mechanical durability, broad adjustment and accurate measurement of the forces applied by the driver.
The current Heusinkveld brand page at Simline.eu contains 17 products. The main groups are Heusinkveld pedals, Heusinkveld shifters and handbrakes, pedal accessories and steering wheel accessories. This makes it possible to build a complete control setup or upgrade an existing cockpit one component at a time.
A Company Built by Sim Racers
Heusinkveld did not begin as a large industrial brand. Niels Heusinkveld and Svend van der Vlugt met online in 1999 while racing Grand Prix Legends. Their shared interest in simulation and engineering gradually developed into a company focused on solving the same hardware problems they had encountered as sim racers themselves.
The products are developed and assembled in the Netherlands. Stainless steel construction, load-cell sensors, opto-electronic detection and the company’s own SmartControl software appear throughout the range. That approach is particularly well suited to pedals and shifters, where repeatability after thousands of movements matters just as much as adjustment on the first day.
Heusinkveld Sprint – High-End Pedals for a Home Cockpit
Heusinkveld Sprint is one of the most recognisable load-cell pedal sets in sim racing. The design is compact, rigid and highly adjustable. The driver can alter pedal position, arm angle, footplate height, travel and the force required for maximum braking.
The Sprint brake uses a 120 kg load cell and can be configured for up to 65 kg of actual force at the pedal plate. Rather than measuring only pedal position, it measures how hard the driver presses. This supports more consistent muscle memory and can make it easier to repeat the same braking point from lap to lap.
Sprint pedals are intended primarily for home use, including enthusiast and esports cockpits. They work well for GT, touring-car, Formula and rally simulations, provided the pedals are attached to a rigid frame or a properly supported pedal platform.
Heusinkveld Ultimate+ – Flagship Pedals for High Braking Forces
Heusinkveld Ultimate+ is the flagship pedal series. Its brake uses a 200 kg load cell and supports up to 140 kg of actual force at the pedal plate. Adjustable hydraulic dampers and progressive elastomers give the pedals a broader and more complex range of movement than a simple spring-based design.
Ultimate+ is available as a two-pedal set, a three-pedal set or a separate clutch. The brake can be configured to feel extremely firm, so a full-frame cockpit and a strong pedal mount are essential. In return, the driver gets a setup that can be tuned for GT cars, prototypes, single-seaters and race cars with very high pedal loads.
The Ultimate+ range suits advanced home users as well as professional driver-training rigs and commercial simulators that operate for many hours each day.
SmartControl and SmartControl Live
SmartControl is an important part of the Heusinkveld ecosystem. It allows the driver to calibrate compatible hardware, set dead zones, choose the maximum brake force and create custom output curves for throttle, brake and clutch.
This is useful when the same pedal set is used with several cars. A gentle throttle curve may help with a powerful car that has little traction assistance, while a sharper response can suit another class. Brake force can also be adjusted without rebuilding the pedal mechanically.
SmartControl Live makes it possible to activate profiles and change selected settings while driving, without leaving the simulator software. Profiles can be prepared for different cars, disciplines or users of the same cockpit.
Sprint and Ultimate+ Base Plates
Dedicated base plates simplify installation and provide a stable heel platform. The Heusinkveld Sprint Base Plate is designed to withstand the loads generated by Sprint pedals and helps keep the three pedals aligned on the rig.
The Heusinkveld Ultimate+ Base Plate is built for the substantially higher braking forces of the flagship set. It gives the driver a heel stop and transfers the load into the cockpit structure.
Both plates are especially useful when a rig does not provide a suitable hole pattern for mounting individual pedals directly.
Elastomer Kits and the Ultimate+ Upgrade Kit
The Heusinkveld Elastomer Kit – Sprint can refresh an older brake stack or change the resistance characteristics of the Sprint brake. It is a practical service item for heavily used pedal sets.
The Heusinkveld Elastomer Kit – Ultimate+ contains replacement elastomers for the Ultimate+ brake and for pedals fitted with the Classic Ultimate Upgrade Kit.
Owners of the earlier Sim Pedals Ultimate can use the Heusinkveld Ultimate+ Upgrade Kit. It brings important improvements from the newer generation to the classic pedals, including updated electronics, SmartControl compatibility and revised brake-spring components.
Pedal Plates and Left-Foot Support
Heusinkveld Sprint Pedal Plates provide curved contact surfaces carrying the standard Heusinkveld branding. They can be used as replacement plates or to change the appearance of compatible Sprint pedals.
Heusinkveld Rest Pedal is an adjustable footrest made to match the stainless-steel design of the Sprint and Ultimate series. It gives the left foot a stable place to rest when the clutch or brake is not being used.
Heusinkveld MagShift – A Full-Size Sequential Shifter
Heusinkveld MagShift is a substantial sequential shifter for rally cars, GT cars, touring cars and classic racing machinery. Its patented magnetic mechanism creates a clear shift action, while opto-electronic sensors detect each change without relying on a conventional mechanical switch.
Upshift, downshift and overall force can be adjusted individually. This allows the lever to feel relatively light for fast circuit driving or considerably heavier when simulating a dog-box transmission. The device also includes configurable inputs that can be assigned to vehicle functions.
Heusinkveld MagShift Mini – Compact but Heavy-Duty
Heusinkveld MagShift Mini keeps the sequential action of the larger shifter in a much smaller body. Its upshift and downshift forces can be adjusted independently between approximately 4 and 8 kg, allowing the driver to choose a smooth action or a much firmer race-car-style shift.
The compact format suits smaller cockpits and installations where the shifter needs to sit close to the steering wheel. Wear-free opto-electronic sensors are used for shift detection.
Several mounting accessories are available. The MagShift Mini Vertical Mount attaches the shifter to a vertical profile. The MagShift Mini Angled Mount positions it at an adjustable angle, while the MagShift Mini Table Clamp provides a secure desk installation.
Heusinkveld Handbrake
Heusinkveld Handbrake is designed for rallying, drifting and other disciplines where controlled rear-wheel lock is part of the driving technique. Its load cell measures pressure rather than simply the lever position, helping the driver build a more repeatable pull.
The mechanical feel is adjustable, and the output curve can be shaped in SmartControl. This gives the user a choice between a short, firm action and a longer movement with more gradual force build-up.
Heusinkveld ONE – The Brand’s First Complete Steering Wheel
Heusinkveld ONE is the company’s first complete steering wheel. The 300 mm open-style wheel is designed to work with Direct Drive bases and focuses on low weight, structural rigidity and a clear transfer of Force Feedback.
It uses Heusinkveld’s low-latency wireless connection through a dedicated USB dongle and is not tied to a single wheelbase ecosystem. The wheel includes magnetic shifters, a dual-clutch system, programmable controls and configurable RGB telemetry LEDs.
The Heusinkveld Steering Wheel Adapter connects the wheel to popular 50.8 mm and 70 mm mounting patterns, making it easier to pair with quick releases from several Direct Drive systems.
Who Is Heusinkveld Hardware For?
Heusinkveld is a strong choice for drivers who already have a stable cockpit and want better control over braking, shifting or rally-style inputs. Load-cell pedals need rigid support, but they allow braking to be learned through force rather than pedal position alone.
The hardware is used by experienced enthusiasts, league racers, esports competitors and operators of commercial simulators. Extensive mechanical adjustment, replaceable service parts and software configuration make the products suitable for several car classes and driving styles.
Complete Heusinkveld Range – 17 Current Products
The current Heusinkveld brand page at Simline.eu contains 17 catalogue items. The list below reflects the range at the time this description was prepared. Availability and product variants may change, so check the live product page before ordering.
Heusinkveld Pedals
- Heusinkveld Ultimate+
- Heusinkveld Sprint
- Heusinkveld Rest Pedal
Shifters, Handbrake and Steering Wheel
- Heusinkveld MagShift SQ
- Heusinkveld MagShift Mini
- Heusinkveld Handbrake
- Heusinkveld ONE
Pedal Accessories
- Heusinkveld Sprint Pedal Plates
- Heusinkveld Elastomer Kit – Sprint
- Heusinkveld Elastomer Kit – Ultimate+
- Heusinkveld Ultimate+ Upgrade Kit
- Heusinkveld Ultimate+ Base Plate
- Heusinkveld Sprint Base Plate
Mounting Accessories
- Heusinkveld Steering Wheel Adapter
- MagShift Mini Vertical Mount
- MagShift Mini Angled Mount
- MagShift Mini Table Clamp
FAQ – Heusinkveld
Where is Heusinkveld from?
Heusinkveld is a Dutch sim racing hardware brand. Its products are developed and assembled in the Netherlands, and the company grew directly from the sim racing community.
What is the difference between Heusinkveld Sprint and Ultimate+?
Sprint is designed mainly for advanced home and esports cockpits, with up to 65 kg of actual brake force. Ultimate+ supports up to 140 kg, includes adjustable hydraulic damping and is also suited to professional training and commercial simulators.
Do Heusinkveld pedals use load cells?
Yes. The Sprint and Ultimate+ brakes measure applied force with load-cell sensors. This lets the driver brake through repeatable muscle pressure rather than relying only on pedal travel.
Do Heusinkveld pedals require a cockpit?
Yes. Ultimate+ requires a very rigid full-frame cockpit. Sprint also performs best on a solid rig or a properly supported base plate.
What is SmartControl used for?
SmartControl is used to calibrate compatible Heusinkveld devices, set dead zones and maximum force, and create custom output curves. SmartControl Live also allows selected profiles and settings to be changed while driving.
Can the MagShift Mini be mounted to a desk?
Yes. The dedicated MagShift Mini Table Clamp provides a secure desk mount. Vertical and angled cockpit mounts are also available.
Does Heusinkveld make a steering wheel?
Yes. Heusinkveld ONE is the brand’s first complete steering wheel and is designed for use with a wide range of Direct Drive wheelbases.
Where can I find all Heusinkveld products?
The complete current range is available on the Heusinkveld brand page at Simline.eu. Products can also be browsed through the pedal, shifter, handbrake and accessory categories.
Heusinkveld – Precision, Adjustment and Durability
Heusinkveld is aimed at drivers who want detailed control over braking, shifting and handbrake input. Sprint and Ultimate+ pedals, MagShift shifters and the supporting accessories make it possible to build a control setup around a particular car class and driving style.
Browse the complete Heusinkveld range at Simline.eu to find pedals, a sequential shifter, handbrake, steering wheel or service and mounting parts for your simulator.
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