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Black HOTAS joystick and twin throttle unit with RGB backlighting

Logitech

Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S 945-000058 flight simulator

SKU CH-Z92A-2ESRH MPN 945-000058

A HOTAS flight control system with 16-bit axes, 12-bit twist, RGB backlighting and adjustable stick force for space and flight simulation

  • Spec summary16-bit X & Y axes, 12-bit Twist Axis, 10-bit throttle axes,
  • Measurements6.69 in × 11.42 in × 7.09 in
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product typeFlight Control System
  • Product weight5.07 lb (2.3 kg)
  • HighlightsMini Analog Stick Control Surfaces enable full 6 degrees of
  • 16-bit aileron and elevator axes deliver precise flight control
  • Twin throttles with friction adjuster and throttle lock for realistic engine management
  • Mini analog stick adds six degrees of freedom for space simulation
  • RGB backlighting with 16.8 million colours matches your gaming rig
  • Hall-effect sensors and adjustable four-spring system ensure accurate stick response

Precision flight control system

The Logitech G X56 H.O.T.A.S is a hands-on throttle-and-stick controller built for PC space and flight simulation. It delivers 16-bit X and Y axes, a 12-bit twist axis and 10-bit throttle axes for fine-grained input. An 8-bit mini analog stick and rotary axes add extra control dimensions. The unit connects through a USB 2.0-compliant cable and features 16.8 million colour RGB backlighting.

Mini analog stick adds six degrees of freedom

The bundled mini analog stick enables independent control of pitch, roll, yaw and lateral translation plus gimballed weapon aiming without removing hands from the throttle. Adjustable stick force is provided by a four-spring system while twin throttles include a friction adjuster and throttle lock. Software-driven RGB lighting can be matched to the rest of a gaming rig and the layout is shaped for blind operation in VR.

Verify USB 2.0 port and desk space before ordering

The controller requires a free USB 2.0 port on the host PC and draws power solely from that connection. Physical dimensions are 6.69 by 11.42 by 7.09 inches and the assembled weight is 5.07 lbs so adequate clear desk area is needed. The package contains the stick base, stick handle, palm rest spacer, throttle unit and a quick-start guide but no additional mounting hardware. Buyers who need a standalone joystick or a throttle-only unit should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $195.99
Pricier than about 69% of the 47 comparable items (median $130.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLogitech
Model nameX56 H.O.T.A.S
Part number945-000058
Product colorBlack
Product typeFlight Control System
Size & build
Measurements6.69 in × 11.42 in × 7.09 in
Product weight5.07 lb (2.3 kg)
Shipping weight3.06 kg
Package size307 × 297 × 234 mm
In the box
Included itemsX56 Stick Base, X56 Stick Handle, Palm Rest Spacer, X56 Throttle, QSG

Questions about this item

Will the hall-effect sensors on the 16-bit aileron and elevator axes need replacement?

Hall-effect sensors are solid-state and non-contact, so they do not wear out mechanically and are not a scheduled replacement item.

What limits continuous use of the adjustable 4-spring stick force system?

The four-spring mechanism is metal-on-metal with no consumable surfaces; the practical limit is the USB 2.0 5 V supply, which powers the RGB backlighting and electronics continuously.

How much heat and noise does the throttle unit produce during all-day sessions?

The throttle contains only passive friction adjusters and a throttle lock; it generates no active heat and no audible noise beyond normal switch clicks.

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