{"title":"Hobby Sim Racing Cockpits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA compact aluminium cockpit for occasional racing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SIMGASM Hobby range is made for drivers who enjoy sim racing in their free time and want a proper fixed setup without filling an entire room. It is the natural step up when a desk mount or folding cockpit no longer feels stable enough, but a larger competition-focused chassis would add cost, size and weight that you do not need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobby is the entry point to the SIMGASM cockpit range, yet it remains a genuine aluminium-profile simulator. Your wheelbase, pedals and seat stay together in one adjustable platform, helping you return to the same driving position every time you race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact without becoming a temporary solution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hobby cockpit is intended for occasional racers, first-time rig owners and families who want a practical simulator with a clear upgrade path. Its compact footprint and relatively low weight make it suitable for bedrooms, offices, shared gaming rooms and other spaces where the simulator cannot dominate the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with a compact Core Bucket seat and optional caster wheels, a Hobby setup can be moved under a suitable desk or into a storage cupboard more easily than a larger cockpit. Always measure the complete build, including the seat, wheelbase, pedals and accessories, before deciding where it will be stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable for direct drive up to and including 16 Nm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder SIMGASM's cockpit selection guidance, Hobby is suitable for wheelbases producing up to and including 16 Nm. That covers a broad range of entry-level and mid-range direct-drive systems while keeping the overall platform compact and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorque is only one part of compatibility. The wheelbase mounting pattern, selected wheel mount, pedal forces, seat, accessories and correct assembly must also match your build. Check the compatibility information on the individual product page before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Hobby sits in the SIMGASM range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Hobby when compact dimensions, manageable weight and value are the main priorities. Choose Club if you race more frequently, want a base profile that is twice as thick or expect to upgrade beyond 16 Nm. Sport and Pro are intended for more demanding hardware, additional adjustment and larger accessory configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stronger cockpit can always be used with lower-powered hardware, but bigger is not automatically the better choice for every home or budget. Hobby is deliberately positioned as the focused, space-conscious option: strong for its intended hardware range, easy to live with and ready whenever you want to race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho should choose a Hobby cockpit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobby is a strong match if you race occasionally, want to move beyond a wheel stand or folding seat, use no more than 16 Nm and value a compact simulator that can be moved or stored more easily. If frequent competition, higher torque or a large accessory ecosystem is already part of your plan, compare the complete SIMGASM cockpit range before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aluminum-sim-racing-cockpit-hobby-aichi-simgasm","title":"SIMGASM | Hobby Aluminum Sim Racing Cockpit - Aichi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYour first dedicated cockpit, with Aichi racing character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your racing setup a permanent home with the SIMGASM Hobby Aichi Aluminum Sim Racing Cockpit. Its compact 40 × 40 mm aluminium-profile structure makes it the accessible starting point in the range for drivers moving from a desk or temporary wheel stand to a dedicated simulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 500 mm wide and 1270 mm long, Hobby keeps the chassis footprint manageable. Choose the wheel mount for your equipment, add your preferred seat and build a setup that can stay ready for the next session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA compact frame with a distinct racing look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold red diagonals cut across Hobby's black frame, while fine white and grey outlines add detail along the sides. The Aichi livery follows the lines of the compact chassis, giving your first dedicated cockpit a racing identity of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour first rig, your racing identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonalise the Aichi livery with your name and race number, with the option to add your own logo. Keep it simple with a driver name and favourite number, or bring your team identity into the design for a cockpit that feels yours from the first session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHobby Aichi specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain profile: 40 × 40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall dimensions (W × L × H): 500 × 1270 × 580 mm (19.7 × 50.0 × 22.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated braking load at the pedal deck: 150 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact entry-tier aluminium-profile construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal mounting components matched to this cockpit tier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard SIMGASM warranty: 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the mount for your wheelbase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your wheelbase model in the compatibility selector before choosing a mount. Compatibility applies to supported models and mounting patterns, not automatically to every wheelbase from a listed brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e supported underside mounting patterns from Logitech, Fanatec, MOZA, Thrustmaster, SIMAGIC, PXN, Simucube, Asetek and VRS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e supported Simucube and VRS front mounting patterns. The regular Front Mount does not fit any SIMAGIC wheelbase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e supported Fanatec, MOZA and SIMAGIC models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsetek Front Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e dedicated to supported Asetek models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the detailed model-level compatibility table on this page to confirm your exact wheelbase and selected mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan your complete simulator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded with the chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminium profiles, structural chassis brackets, your selected wheel mount, assembly hardware and tools, white assembly gloves and the assembly guide. This model also includes the Core side-profile shifter\/handbrake arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your seat and racing hardware separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seat, seat slider, wheelbase, steering wheel, pedals, shifter or handbrake device, monitor stand and display are not included unless a selected bundle or option explicitly states otherwise. Product images may show a complete setup for inspiration. Add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/simgasm-dual-locking-seat-slider-set-simgasm\"\u003eSIMGASM dual-locking seat slider\u003c\/a\u003e if you want adjustable seat positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a screen mounted directly to the cockpit, add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/simgasm-integrated-single-monitorstand\"\u003eCore Integrated Single Monitor Stand\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Hobby the right Aichi cockpit for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Hobby when a compact chassis and accessible entry point matter most. If your next step calls for a deeper main profile, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aluminum-sim-racing-cockpit-club-aichi-simgasm\"\u003eClub Aichi cockpit\u003c\/a\u003e moves to 40 × 80 mm profiles and a 200 kg rated braking load at the pedal deck. Explore the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sim-racing-cockpits\"\u003eSIMGASM cockpit range\u003c\/a\u003e to compare every tier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SIMGASM","offers":[{"title":"Bottom Mount","offer_id":54234296713544,"sku":"C40-BWM-AW","price":349.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Front Mount","offer_id":54234296746312,"sku":"C40-FWM-AW","price":349.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Side Mount","offer_id":54234296779080,"sku":"C40-SMF-AW","price":349.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Asetek Front Mount","offer_id":54234296811848,"sku":"C40-AFM-AW","price":349.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/2470\/3816\/files\/simgasm-hobby-aichi-bwm-1.webp?v=1791376577"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/2470\/3816\/collections\/hobby-sim-racing-cockpits.webp?v=1791383109","url":"https:\/\/simracing.shop\/collections\/hobby-sim-racing-cockpits.oembed","provider":"Simracing.shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}