F-16 side grips are manufactured in two lines, Professional and Home. All of them are replicas with true F-16 shape and manufactured in high density resin in a one-piece body construction (unlike other manufacturers) and with a high-grade fixation system. Its lightweight construction allows to use with VR goggles in standup position or disconnected from the base.
Home line is available in three versions, the F16SGRH with a matte finish and slight grainy feel, the F16SGRH Collector’s Edition with a handmade finishing with 2K paints and the F16SGRH Anti-Slip manufactured with a special rubberized anti-slip coating. There are now also available F-16 Left Hand version grips.
They have a rotary switch installed under the TRIM hat switch cap to easily hot swap between 8 configurable memory slots, 5-way switches in all the hat switches (CMS, TMS, DMS and TRIM), 5-way switches where in real life there is only 1 (WR, NWS and PINKY), a realistic Trigger and three status LEDs used for BLE information (if available) and slot number in use.
Collector’s Edition and Anti-Slip models also include an independent Bluetooth LE communications module and three analog axes for Roll, Pitch and Yaw.
Right Hand v2 models now include Haptic technology by vibration as a new advice system, adding a necessary feedback especially for VR users.
Availability note: If you are interested in the F16SGLH, please contact us.
F-16 Side Grips come in two lines, Professional and Home.
Professionalrange uses its own software and real military switches as well as custom socket and connector under client specification.
Home range comes in three versions, the F16SGRH, the Collector’s Edition (F16SGRH-CE) and the Anti Slip (F16SGRH-AS). F-16 Left Hand version grips (F16SGLH and F16SGLH-CE) are now also availble.
The F16SGRH is made on high density resin with a matte finish and a slightly grainy feel. It is focused to use with the FSSB-R3L adding it a lot of extra features.
The F16SGRH-CE and F16SGRH-AS are also manufactured on high density resin but with a different surface finish. The F16SGRH-CE features a handmade finish with 2K paints and the F16SGRH-AS has a special rubberized anti-slip coating. Both versions are functionally equal and they include all extra features for the R3L (like the F16SGRH) plus a BLE module that allows its use as standalone devices. In this way, you can use them with the R3L or a gimbal base with sensors or not, just as they include XYZ sensors or even directly in your hands. For easy reading, as both models are functionally equal, in the below description we will refer to these versions as F16SGRH-CE.
All versions have the same dimensions and shape of the real grip, the same high-grade fixation system manufactured in aeronautic aluminum and the same high density resin in an one-piece body construction with the following features:
An upgradeable electronic module.
True F-16 shape (so, the R3 Adapter should not be used with the FSSB-R3).
Add extra features to the FSSB-R3 Lighting and ULTRA when is connected to the R3L base.
Haptic vibration actuator (available only in Right Hand v2 versions and functional only with FSSB-R3 Lighting and ULTRA bases).
A rotary switch, installed under the TRIM hat switch cap, to easily hot swap between 8 configurable memory slots. With a single thumb movement, you can reconfigure the whole system in a fraction of a second.
5-way switches in all the hat switches (CMS, TMS, DMS and TRIM), with the possibility to disable the center position. It offers up to 62 different buttons.
5-way switches where in real life there is only 1 (WR, NWS and PINKY), with the possibility to disable the additional directions.
Three status LEDs used for BLE information and Slot number in use.
Realistic Trigger.
More features only availables in the F16SGRH-CE through the BLE module:
Independent Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communications, so you can use it alone or with an X/Y base.
Three analog axes for Roll, Pitch and Yaw. These axes are independent of the standard axes in the X/Y base.
Lightweight construction to allow use with VR goggles in standup position or disconnected from the base.
Firmware upgradeable through BLE, so you could need a 4.0 or higher BLE dongle if your PC doesn’t have BLE included.
Configurable audio and video overlay in games and VR goggles.
As summary, here is a table with the main features and differences between the three grip models.
F16SGRH V2
F16SGRH-CE
F16SGRH-AS V2
F16 grip true replica with correct inclination
High grade fixation system with knurled nut
Matte finish and slight grainy feel
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Handmade finish with 2K paint
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Special rubberized anti-slip coating
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Rotary switch to hot swap 8 configurable memory slots
5-way switches in all hat and some push button switches
Bluetooth communications
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Firmware upgradeable through Bluetooth
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Power cable (Mini-DIN to USB) of 1,8 m for standalone use
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Three status leds to show the slot in use
Bluetooth information shown in status leds
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Adjustable light intensity of status leds
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Three analog axes (roll, pitch and yaw)
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Configurable with the RS_HID_DEV_TOOL
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Haptic vibration actuator
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The F16SGRH-CE is a wireless device.
The F16SGRH-CE, besides being a standard grip with connection to FSSB-R3L or gimbal base with extra features is also a wireless device connected by Bluetooth (BLE). This functionality is complementary and independent of standard use of grip, so for example, you will be able to use the F16SGRH-CE powered through a standard USB wire.
To use this functionality the only requirement is a BLE connection in the computer, integrated in the motherboard or through a dongle and run Windows 8.1 or higher because windows 7 and 8.0 do not support BLE devices. We suggest using Windows 10 or 11, we have fully tested the device functionality and software tools supplied in these OS.
The F16SGRH family are standard grips.
They have communications with the base through a 5-pin mini-Din connector, just like all Thrustmaster compatible grips. The information that the user can obtain from the F16SGRH through this connector only depends on the base connected. That means that if the F16SGRH is used with a TM Warthog base, the features will be identical to that of a Warthog stick, but if it is used with a FSSB-R3 or FSSB-R3L, you will be able to enjoy all the new features included in the new firmware created for the R3 and R3L: 8 different configurable slots, 62 buttons to send keystrokes (only in the R3L), a digital mouse (only in the R3L), etc.
Additionally, as we said above, the F16SGRH-CE can also work independently since it has a BLE communications module. So if the F16SGRH-CE is connected to a FSSB-R3 or R3L, you’ll enjoy the new features from the FSSB or directly from the F16SGRH-CE. And if you connect it to a TM compatible base or use it in standalone mode, you’ll enjoy the features directly from the F16SGRH.
Improve the FSSB-R3L with new features.
When the F16SGRH family are connected to a FSSB-R3L base, the latter offers the following additional features: slot number goes from 4 to 8, no SMM system just as you have 8 different configurations with hot swap (fast change), and 62 buttons to achieve the center position and center + up, down, right, left, and additional keyboard functions.
A new feature added to all the Right Hand v2 models is the haptic vibrational feedback. These grips have a vibration actuator that allows to generate vibrations that the user can perceive and associate to different situations.
To enjoy it, it is necessary a FSSB-R3L (Lighting or ULTRA) base with a MJF_FW_F16-18_5 firmware and at least the RS_HID_DEV_TOOL v15. Feedbacks already included in this version are the warning and the maximum force signals.
Tools available to update and configure it.
The F16SGRH-CE is supplied with a firmware update tool (DCC) that can be used to install new versions of the firmware and a GUI application (RS_HID_DEV_TOOL) used to configure the device. Both tools can be extracted from the same file available on the download page of our website.
Device Properties and DCC screenshots
Fully user configurable.
The F16SGRH-CE is fully configurable with the RS_HID_DEV_TOOL, it let you adjust all parameters and functionalities per each memory slot, so the analog control of each axis can be used to independently adjust roll, pitch and yaw to anyone´s liking for each memory slot.
In every slot you can configure the next analog features:
Full Scale Control
Roll Sensitivity
Pitch Sensitivity
Yaw Sensitivity
Roll Control Assistance
BFA Roll level
BFA Pitch level
Precision mode
Other additional features are:
HAT as POV or TRIM
Keystrokes ON/OFF
DX Buttons ON/OFF
DX Center Buttons in four modes: native (ON), basic (COMP), center removed (OFF) and double click (DClick).
Test window called Output
62 DX buttons can be enabled or disabled for every slot.
62 keystrokes can be enabled or disabled for every slot and of course can be different in every slot
DX events and Keystrokes generation by pulses, additional slot change thanks to the Shifter and Toggle functions, and Digital Mouse.
SWLed function to enable/disable showing switches activation in status LEDs when pressed.
Adjustable LEDs lighting level.
Slot name over the desired application with the Overlay function.
Left Hand versions available.
Finally, left hand versions are available for home use: F16SGLH and F16SGLH-CE, with the same manufacturing and functional characteristics as the right hand versions.
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Technical data
F16SGRH
F16 grip true replica with correct inclination.
One-piece body manufactured in high-density resin.
High-grade fixation system with knurled nut.
Haptic vibrational system.
Three red status LEDs.
5-direction switches in all switches.
Rotative switch.
Extra features of CE and AS models when connected to a FSSB-R3 base (except Bluetooth functionality and integrated sensors)
Native functionality of TM grips when connected to TM or compatibles bases.
Extra features only on Collector’s Edition and Anti Slip models
All features of standard model.
Wireless communications by Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Composite device: joystick (axes and buttons), keyboard (keystrokes) and mouse.
Integrated sensors for Pitch, Roll and Yaw.
Hot swap 8 memory slots.
Functional as standalone or with FSSBs (R1, R2 and R3), Thrustmaster bases (Cougar or Warthog) or compatibles.
HAT as POV or TRIM.
Full-scale control with 4 levels, 1:1, 3:4, 1:2 & 1:4.
Sensitivity control for Roll, Pitch and Yaw (0 – 100%).
Roll Control Assistance (ON – OFF).
BFA Pitch and Roll level (Off – Min – Med – High – Full).
Precision mode (ON – OFF).
Keystrokes (ON – OFF).
DX Buttons (ON – OFF).
DX Center Buttons in four modes: native (ON), basic (COMP), center removed (OFF) and double click (DClick).
DX events and Keystrokes generation by pulses.
Additional slot change thanks to the Shifter and Toggle functions.
Digital mouse.
SWLed function to enable/disable showing switches position in status LEDs when pressed.
Adjustable LEDs lighting level.
8 memory slots for quick custom configuration
Configuration and firmware upgrade by Bluetooth (BLE).
Power cable (Mini-DIN to USB cable) for standalone use included (1.8 m), to let you connect the grip to any power bank and use it at your convenience.
Realsimulator warrants this product to be in good working order for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. For a more detailed information, please, visit our General Sales Conditions page.
Shipping cost is not included in price. It will be calculated based on the weight of the products and once you have provided your address.
This product is shipped by Express service. You will receive an email confirmation as soon as your order ships. On this confirmation will be a link that will take you directly to the freight carrier’s website so that you can track your order online.
European Community Citizens must add the European taxes (21%).
This price is only available for home user customers.
Professional/commercial use of this product is forbidden, you need to use the F16SGRH PRO.
