What launched
Asetek's 10 Nm Initium direct drive wheelbase has been released. Traxion reports it is the first Xbox-ready product from the Danish sim racing brand. Asetek's own pre-launch recap, published October 20, said the DD10 would launch on October 27 at 11:00 CET. It listed the price as $499 excluding VAT and €499 including 19% VAT.
Traxion also calls it Asetek's cheapest wheelbase yet. That is the outlet's claim, and I couldn't independently verify a full price comparison across Asetek's line-up.
On the day, Asetek's European store page marked the DD10 as in stock and ready to ship. It showed a pre-tax regional price of €419.33. That doesn't contradict the €499 headline, which includes VAT. Regional shop prices will vary, so check your own store.
"Xbox-ready" doesn't mean "works on Xbox today"
Players can't use the DD10 with Microsoft consoles yet. It only works with Xbox once paired with an Xbox-specific Asetek steering wheel, and Traxion says the first is due in Q1 2027. Asetek's recap says the DD10 is "Xbox compatible and ready for all future Xbox compatible Asetek Racing steering wheels." The product page backs this up. It tells buyers to connect an Xbox-compatible Asetek wheel to use the base with console racing titles. It lists PC as the compatibility.
The Q1 2027 date comes from Traxion. I couldn't confirm it in Asetek's own material, and Asetek hasn't named or dated that wheel in anything I reviewed.
Three practical points follow:
- PC buyers: the base works now. It is fully functional with the complete range of Asetek steering wheels.
- Xbox buyers: budget for the base plus a future Xbox-compatible Asetek wheel, and wait for that wheel to ship.
- Third-party wheels: a separate search result says the DD10 is advertised as Xbox compatible only with an officially console-compatible Asetek Racing wheel, and a standard PC wheel is not enough to guarantee it. I found no evidence of PlayStation support.
Earlier coverage matches this. Traxion's June announcement said the DD10 would work with Asetek's full steering wheel range, with a Q4 2026 release mooted. Pricing was unknown at that point.
Hardware specifications
These are Asetek's own figures, not independent measurements.
| Item | Manufacturer spec |
|---|---|
| Max torque | 10 Nm, or 14 Nm with the Boost Kit |
| Encoder | 14-bit absolute, 16,384 steps per turn |
| Power supply | 96 W |
| Dimensions and weight | 133 × 132 × 262 mm, 7.92 kg |
| Mounting | Four M6 T-nuts, with a bottom-mount conversion plate included |
| Connection | USB-C |
| Software | RaceHub |
Other details from Asetek:
- Peripherals: five rear ports for Asetek accessories such as the Virtual Button Box, Dual Mode Shifter and Load Cell Handbrake.
- Quick release: a zero-play quick release with USB passthrough.
- Third-party wheels: these connect through a Universal Quick Release Adapter. The stated requirement is USB 2.0 at 1.5 A and 5 V.
- Force feedback: Asetek calls its system GripSense Force Feedback.
The 14 Nm upgrade
Asetek says the Boost Kit unlocks up to 14 Nm. Its FAQ says this is done without replacing the motor or the base, and it also describes the upgrade as swapping the power supply.
The European shop lists the kit as "Initium Wheelbase Boost Kit (8Nm)" at €74.79 excluding VAT. That label appears to be a carry-over from the older Initium, whose 5.5 Nm output is upgradable to 8 Nm. Asetek's stated spec for the DD10 is 10 Nm standard and 14 Nm upgraded. Confirm the kit is the right one for the DD10 before you order.
Warranty: a discrepancy to watch
Traxion says the DD10 comes with a five-year warranty. Asetek's recap says the new five-year warranty covers Asetek Racing products bought after October 15, 2026. It runs from the purchase date, and existing terms and conditions still apply.
The European product page shows "5-Year Warranty" in its feature list. Its technical table still says 24 months. That looks like an outdated entry, but I can't say which figure will apply to a given order. Check the terms at checkout if the warranty matters to you.
Analysis
This is a modest but real step for console sim racing. Direct-drive wheelbases are well established on PC, and Xbox options are comparatively thin. A $499 10 Nm base with an upgrade path makes Asetek a more serious console contender, once the wheel arrives.
The risk is the gap between the two dates. Anyone buying the DD10 today for an Xbox is paying for a promise. Until Asetek ships and lists an Xbox-compatible wheel, treat the "Xbox-ready" label as a roadmap item rather than a feature. PC racers get everything now, which makes the DD10 a safer purchase on that side.
No independent reviews or comparison tests were part of the material I reviewed. Performance claims about feel and latency remain marketing until reviewers have the hardware.