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The VNM Apex-R is a 330 mm leather-wrapped sim racing wheel with aluminium construction, four encoders, two funky switches, six buttons and SimHub support. It pairs with all four VNM Direct Drive bases: Premier 13 Nm, Elite 18 Nm, Supreme 25 Nm and Xtreme 32 Nm. Complete the rig with VNM Pedals V1 and the VNM Slipring.
| Technical Specifications – VNM Apex-R | |
|---|---|
| Construction | |
| Product name | VNM Apex-R Steering Wheel |
| Product type | Sim racing steering wheel with integrated controls |
| Diameter | 330 mm |
| Rim covering | Leather |
| Construction | Full aluminium construction |
| Buttons and Controls | |
| Rotary encoders | 4 |
| Funky switches | 2 |
| Push buttons | 6 |
| Gear-shift paddles | Aluminium |
| Clutch controls | Clutch paddles designed for functions including race starts |
| Software and Indicators | |
| Compatible software | SimHub |
| RPM indication | RPM LEDs supported through SimHub |
| Input support | Button inputs supported through SimHub |
| VNM Ecosystem Integration | |
| Supported VNM wheelbases | VNM Direct Drive Premier, Elite, Supreme and Xtreme |
| VNM wheelbase torque range | 13 Nm to 32 Nm |
| Signal passthrough | Supported through a VNM Slipring |
| Intended use | GT cars, touring cars and other classes using a round steering wheel |
VNM Apex-R Wheel – Questions and Answers
1. What type of steering wheel is the VNM Apex-R?
VNM Apex-R is a complete 330 mm sim racing wheel built around an aluminium structure and a leather-wrapped rim. Its round shape makes it less specialised than a compact Formula wheel, so it can cover several types of car within one simulator setup.
2. Which cars suit a 330 mm round wheel?
The size is a practical match for GT cars, touring machinery, road cars and other vehicles using a conventional round rim. There is enough space to move the hands naturally during larger steering inputs, which is useful outside single-seater racing.
3. How many controls are fitted to the front?
The face contains four rotary encoders, two funky switches and six push buttons. They can be assigned to brake balance, traction control, menu navigation, radio commands or other functions supported by the selected simulator and car.
4. Which VNM Direct Drive wheelbases support Apex-R?
It works across the four-model VNM range: VNM Premier 13 Nm, VNM Elite 18 Nm, VNM Supreme 25 Nm and VNM Xtreme 32 Nm.
5. Are shift and clutch paddles included?
Aluminium shift paddles are positioned behind the rim, together with clutch control intended for race starts. This arrangement keeps gear changes and clutch input within reach without asking the driver to move a hand away from the wheel.
6. Which functions can SimHub control?
SimHub support covers the RPM LEDs and button inputs. Light behaviour and control assignments can therefore be matched to a particular car or simulator profile. The exact options available depend on the game and the chosen SimHub configuration.
7. Does VNM Apex-R have a telemetry display?
There is no integrated central screen. Engine-speed information is handled by the RPM LEDs, while detailed telemetry can remain on the main monitor or a separate dashboard. The screen-free design also suits the operating requirements of VNM Slipring.
8. What does VNM Slipring add to an Apex-R setup?
VNM Slipring carries the wheel connection through a compatible VNM Direct Drive base. This removes the loose cable that would otherwise turn with the rim and keeps the area around the drive shaft tidier.
9. Which materials are used in the wheel?
The main structure is aluminium, the round rim is leather-wrapped and the rear paddles are also made from aluminium. VNM lists a weight of 6 kg on the product page, so that figure should be treated as the manufacturer’s listed value when planning the installation.
10. Which pedals can complete the VNM setup?
A rig based around Apex-R and one of the four VNM wheelbases can be completed with VNM Pedals V1. A separate pedal system lets the driver tune braking and foot position independently from steering torque.





