Picking the right direct drive wheelbase comes down to how much holding torque headroom you need on track. Conspit builds two core options available through Full Push: the Conspit ARES 20 Platinum CDP 20Nm Direct-Drive Wheelbase ($1,047.99 MSRP, $995.59 with our 5% partner discount) and the Conspit ARES 12 CDR 12Nm Direct-Drive Wheelbase ($753.99 MSRP, $716.29 with our 5% discount). Both use a slanted industrial motor design with 23-bit optical encoders and 9-nanosecond response times.
Conspit Wheelbase Spec & Price Breakdown
| Specification | Conspit ARES 20 Platinum | Conspit ARES 12 CDR | Conspit ARES APEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Torque | 20 Nm | 12 Nm | 8 Nm |
| Encoder Resolution | 23-Bit Optical | 23-Bit Optical | 21-Bit Magnetic |
| Included Quick Release | CDP or CDR QR | CDR Formula QR | CDR Formula QR |
| Regular Store Price | $1,047.99 | $753.99 | $507.99 |
| Net Price (Code SRN5) | $995.59 (Save $52.40) | $716.29 (Save $37.70) | $482.59 (Save $25.40) |
Why Torque Headroom Matters in Endurance Cars
When you drive high-downforce prototype cars or GT3 machines through fast corners in iRacing or Le Mans Ultimate, a smaller motor can run out of strength. Sim racers call this signal clipping because the motor hits its ceiling and stops sending small curb textures. The 20Nm ARES 20 Platinum keeps extra strength in reserve and includes the 2.99-inch CSD Nano telemetry dashboard right in the box.
Save $52.40 on the Conspit ARES 20 Platinum
Our Full Push partner link applies 5% off every Conspit wheelbase and steering wheel automatically at checkout via code SRN5.
Where the 12Nm ARES 12 CDR Hits the Sweet Spot
Not every cockpit needs twenty Newton-meters of peak force. Because the 12Nm model ships with the Formula-derived CDR Quick Release included for $716.29 after our 5% discount, you save $279.30 right away that can go straight toward a Conspit 290 GP Formula Sim Racing Steering Wheel ($854.99 after discount) or the Conspit 300 GT Sim Racing Steering Wheel ($528.19 after discount).
Final Verdict
Choose the Conspit ARES 20 Platinum ($995.59) if you own a rigid profile cockpit and want zero signal clipping plus the included CSD Nano dash. Pick the Conspit ARES 12 CDR ($716.29) if you want the exact same 23-bit optical smoothness at a lower price.