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F-16EX Viper Grip

WinCtrlgripcurrentverifiedReleased 2022

Hardware

Gimbal
Not specified
Sensor
Not specified
Axes
3 axes estimated
Force adjustable
Not specified
Swappable cams
Not specified
Damping
Not specified
Extension support
Not specified
Throw
Not specified

Physical controls

  • 1 × trigger (2 stages)
  • 3 × hat (8-way, push)
  • 2 × hat (4-way, push)
  • 1 × analog ministick (push)
  • 4 × button
  • 1 × lever
  • 1 × Pinky Lever switch (1 stages)

45 logical buttons · 3 axes · 1 ministicks

Mount compatibility

Provides: WinCtrl / WinWing Grip Mount

Accepts: Not specified

Threaded mini-DIN collar mount mechanically compatible with Thrustmaster DIN-5 bases, with WinCtrl electrical protocol.

Physical & software

Weight
480 g
Materials
abs, aluminium
USB
Not specified
Standalone USB
No
Configuration software
SimApp Pro

Regional pricing

RegionCurrencyPriceVATStoreVerifiedFreshness
EUEUR€145.00Includedwinwing.cn2026-10-01Current
UKGBP£129.00Includedwinwing.cn2026-10-01Current
USUSD$139.00Excludedwinwing.cn2026-10-01Current

EU: EU regional store ships DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) with VAT included in listed price.

UK: UK store ships DDP with VAT included for UK mainland delivery.

US: US regional warehouse with flat-rate domestic shipping and state sales tax where applicable.

Editorial verdict

feiko Hands-on · 250 hours owned

An authentic replica of the F-16 Viper flight stick, enhanced with WinCtrl's 'EX' expansion module providing extra hats and an analog ministick for modern DCS multi-role fighters.

Pros

  • Authentic F-16 / A-10C ergonomics with 1:1 scale feel
  • EX expansion module adds a ministick and extra 5-way hat
  • Stepped dual-stage trigger

Cons

  • No twist (Z) axis — requires rudder pedals
  • Right-hand only

Great for: modern_jetspace_hotas

Skip if: You don't own rudder pedals or twist stickYou need a left-hand stick for HOSAS

Build4/54/5
Feel5/55/5
Value4/54/5
Software3/53/5
QC Support4/54/5

External reviews

  • Mysh (Mysh_FlightSim) YouTuberecommended2024-03-25

    The go-to grip for DCS F-16 pilots. EX head expansion makes it versatile across other jets.

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