Sim Racing Bundle Contents: What Actually Comes in the Box

Quick answer

A sim racing bundle is a pre-matched set of the parts that usually decide whether you can drive on day one: a cockpit or mounting platform, a seat and slider, a wheel base, a steering wheel, and a pedal set. Most bundles ship as one order but several boxes, so read the contents list line by line before you buy. If a part is not named, assume it is not included.

How to read a bundle contents list before you buy

Treat the contents list as the contract. A bundle is only "complete" relative to the platform it targets, so check whether the description says PC-ready, console-ready, or neither. Then match each named item against the four jobs a rig has to do: hold the wheel base rigidly, hold you in place, take pedal input without moving, and connect to your device.

Two bundles can look similar on a product page and still leave you with very different shopping lists. One may include a seat, slider, and direct-mount hardware; another may include only the frame and expect you to source a seat separately. The gap is rarely hidden, but it is easy to skim past when the headline says "complete package."

• Cockpit or mounting platform: is it named, and does it match your wheel base's mounting pattern?
• Seat and slider: included, or does the bundle assume you already own one?
• Wheel base: check the torque figure and whether it is direct drive or another type.
• Steering wheel: rim size and button layout affect what you can drive comfortably.
• Pedals: a two-pedal set is normal at entry level; a load-cell brake or clutch is often a separate upgrade.
• Connection hardware: power supply, cables, and any table clamp or mounting kit.

Why bundle boxes arrive separately

Bundles are assembled from individually stocked components, so a single order can arrive as three or four cartons on different days. That is normal, not a sign that something is missing. Before you contact support, compare the packing slip against the contents list and confirm which cartons have actually been delivered.

It also means you can usually view and buy each linked component on its own. If you already own a solid seat, buying the cockpit and wheel base separately may cost less than a full bundle — but you lose the convenience of one order and pre-matched hardware.

What a bundle typically does not include

The parts most often left out are the ones that depend on your room and your platform rather than the rig itself. A monitor or VR headset, a PC or console, a shifter or handbrake, and any floor protection are almost never part of a bundle. Cables long enough to reach your PC are also your responsibility unless the contents list names them.

Assembly tools are a common gap too. Most cockpits need hex keys and a socket set, and some profiles require a rubber mallet to seat brackets. None of that is exotic, but it is worth gathering before the boxes arrive so you are not stalled halfway through a build.

Checking a direct drive bundle for flex and fit

Direct drive wheel bases put far more force into the frame than belt-driven units, so the cockpit matters as much as the wheel base. Look for a bundle that names its cockpit and seat mounts rather than describing them generically. A wheel base rated at 18 Nm will expose a flexy pedal deck or a seat that shifts under braking much faster than a 5.5 Nm unit will.

Torque ratings also tell you what pedals you will eventually want. A high-torque base paired with a basic two-pedal set is a normal starting point, but the brake pedal usually becomes the limiting factor first. Plan for that upgrade path rather than expecting the bundle to be the final spec.

When a bundle is the wrong purchase

Skip a bundle if you already own a cockpit you like, if you need a specific seat for size or back support, or if you plan to change wheel bases within a year. In those cases, buying the wheel base and pedals separately and reusing your existing frame usually works out cheaper and avoids duplicate parts.

Also skip a bundle if your space is unusual. Bundles are sized around standard cockpit footprints, and a very tight room may need a different frame design than any pre-matched package offers.

Bundle contents checklist

Does a bundle include a monitor or PC?

No. Bundles cover the rig and the controls, not the device you race on. You supply the PC or console, the display or headset, and the cables that reach between them. Budget for display and PC separately from the bundle price.

Is a seat always part of a bundle?

Only if the contents list names one. Some bundles pair a cockpit with a specific seat and slider; others ship the frame alone. Read the list rather than the headline. No seat named means no seat included.

Are pedals included in every bundle?

Not always. Wheel-and-base bundles typically leave pedals out, while full ready-to-race packages usually include a two-pedal set. A clutch or load-cell brake is often a later upgrade. Check the pedal count and type before ordering.

Do I need tools to assemble a bundle?

Yes. Expect hex keys and a socket set at minimum, and a rubber mallet helps seat aluminium profile brackets. Assembly tools are not normally part of the bundle. Gather tools before the boxes arrive.

Can I buy the parts separately instead?

Usually yes, because bundles are built from individually stocked components. Buying separately makes sense if you already own a cockpit, seat, or wheel base you want to keep. Compare the bundle price against the parts you actually need.

Bundle contents in practice

• GT + XL GT Seat + MOZA R5 Bundle — PC Ready: This PC-ready package combines the SimXPro GT cockpit, the XL GT Seat with slider and direct-mount hardware, and the complete MOZA R5 Racing Bundle, which contains the MOZA R5 5.5 Nm direct drive wheelbase, MOZA ES steering wheel, MOZA SR-P Lite two-pedal set, MOZA R5 table clamp, power supply and connection hardware. It is a genuinely complete starting point: cockpit, seat, slider, wheel base, wheel, and pedals are all named, so your only remaining purchases are a PC, a display, and any shifter or handbrake you want later.



• Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Extreme 18 Nm: The Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Extreme pairs the ClubSport DD+ wheel base with a 300 mm Gran Turismo steering wheel developed with Polyphony Digital, with 18 Nm holding torque, FullForce technology and QR2 connection for PlayStation and PC. This is a wheel-and-base bundle rather than a full rig, so you still need a cockpit, seat, and pedals. Its 18 Nm holding torque also means the frame you pair it with has to be stiff enough to keep that force from turning into flex.
• SimXPro GT-PRO + GTR Seat Bundle: This bundle combines the black SimXPro GT-PRO cockpit with the SimXPro GTR Seat, universal side mounts and a double-locking slider, with each linked component also viewable individually. It is the frame-and-seat half of a build with no wheel base or pedals included, so it suits someone who already has electronics or wants to choose them separately. The double-locking slider is the detail to check if you share the rig and need the seat to stay put.