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Gladiator NXT EVO Base

VKBbasecurrentverifiedReleased 2022

Hardware

Gimbal
gimbal_ring
Sensor
contactless_magnetic
Axes
  • X — 14-bit, contactless_magnetic
  • Y — 14-bit, contactless_magnetic
  • Base_Throttle — 10-bit, contactless_magnetic
Force adjustable
Yes
Swappable cams
No
Damping
dry_clutch
Extension support
No
Throw
40°

Physical controls

  • 2 × encoder
  • 1 × lever
  • 3 × button

7 logical buttons · 3 axes · 0 ministicks

Mount compatibility

Provides: Not specified

Accepts: VKB Rev.B Grip Mount

Proprietary keyed 3-pin mechanical socket secured by a single hex clamping bolt. Used on VKB Gunfighter and Gladiator NXT EVO (screwed sub-assembly).

Physical & software

Weight
950 g
Materials
abs, steel_plate
USB
c
Standalone USB
Yes
Configuration software
VKBDevCfg

Regional pricing

RegionCurrencyPriceVATStoreVerifiedFreshness
EUEUR€115.00Includedflightsimcontrols.com2026-10-01Current
UKGBP£99.00Includedflightsimcontrols.com2026-10-01Current
USUSD$105.00Excludedvkbcontrollers.com2026-10-01Current

EU: Ships via flightsimcontrols.com (Netherlands warehouse). 21% NL VAT included.

UK: Ships via European store or direct from China with import duties/VAT payable depending on order total.

US: Ships from US warehouse (vkbcontrollers.com) or direct DHL/FedEx from Shenzhen.

Editorial verdict

feiko Hands-on · 600 hours owned

The undisputed bang-for-the-buck king of flight simulation. Ball bearings on all axes, adjustable dry clutches, and an integrated base plate with encoders and throttle slider.

Pros

  • Unmatched price-to-performance ratio in the entry-to-mid market
  • Dry clutches allow smooth resistance without grease damping decay
  • Built-in throttle axis, 2 encoders, and 3 buttons right on the desktop base
  • Sturdy steel weighted baseplate sits securely on any desk

Cons

  • Plastic gimbal ring (though reinforced glass-fiber ABS)
  • VKB DevCfg software is functional but looks like industrial engineering software

Great for: space_hosasmodern_jetww2

Skip if: You require an all-metal dual-cam gimbal mechanism

Build4/54/5
Feel4/54/5
Value5/55/5
Software4/54/5
QC Support5/55/5

External reviews

  • Mysh (Mysh_FlightSim) YouTuberecommended2024-08-20

    The single best entry-to-mid range joystick base. EVO ball bearings and clutches make it punch way above its weight.

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