SIMRIG SR3

SIMRIG SR3 – High-Load 3-DOF Motion System for Premium Sim Racing

The SIMRIG SR3 is a 3-DOF (degrees of freedom) motion system that actuates a total load of up to 250 kg using four industrial-grade linear actuators, delivering pitch, roll and heave directly to your aluminium-profile rig. The flagship of the SR range and the product of five years of development, it is built for heavier, fully equipped setups: a heavy seat, a Base Direct Drive, a full pedal set and multiple screens, all moved without compromising responsiveness. Like the rest of the range it is a fully plug-and-play system, designed, manufactured and tested by SIMRIG in Sweden, and shipped complete with the SIMRIG Control Center software at no subscription cost.

Main Features

• 250 kg total actuated load — driver, rig, peripherals and screens combined, the highest capacity in the SR range.
• Four industrial linear actuators with a factory-calibrated position sensor, 70 mm travel and 100 mm/s speed for fast, accurate response.
• 7 ms latency — motion queues are processed in real time so the cockpit reacts the instant the car does.
• 1000 W power supply, fanless and silent, sized to drive heavier rigs from a standard household outlet.
• Compact integration — actuators bolt directly to the rig, the ECU tucks under the seat, the PSU sits beside your PC.
• Mandatory emergency stop included — the system will not operate without it, for guaranteed safety.
• Native VR motion compensation on OpenVR and OpenXR keeps your head steady in VR while the cockpit moves.

Technical Specifications

• Configuration: 3-DOF, four linear actuators (pitch, roll, heave)
• Max actuated load: 250 kg (driver and rig included)
• Actuator travel: 70 mm
• Actuator speed: 100 mm/s (at max load)
• Accuracy: 0.1 mm
• Latency: 7 ms
• Actuator input: 24 V DC, Molex 8-pin connector (power and data)
• Power supply: 1000 W, input 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz (worldwide)
• ECU: four motor controllers, four 7.5 A Mini Blade fuses, temperature-controlled 80 mm fan
• Interface: USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
• Operating system: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
• Cooling: automatic fan (active only when needed)
• Emergency stop: included and required

What's in the Box

• 4x SIMRIG SR3 linear actuator
• 1x SIMRIG SR3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
• 1x 1000 W power supply (100-240 V, 50-60 Hz)
• 1x Emergency stop
• 4x Linear actuator cable (1 m)
• 1x Low-voltage ECU power cable (2 m)
• 1x Mains power cable (C13)
• 1x USB cable (3 m)
• 1x SIMRIG Control Center (download)
• 4x Vibration damper and 4x support bracket
• Assorted screws and T-nuts, plus mounting hardware for your rig

Mounting & Compatibility

The SR3 mounts on aluminium-extrusion rigs built from 40x40, 80x40, 120x40 or 160x40 mm profiles; other dimensions are available on request. Two mounting systems are offered: included 20x20 mm aluminium profiles (maximum rig width 620 mm) or EasyBrackets (CNC-machined, pre-attached to the actuators, no maximum rig width, suited to 40x80 and larger). The matching plastic support brackets for your chosen profile height are supplied in the box. The actuators must be mounted in a rectangle, 700-1100 mm apart, with the SIMRIG S-logo facing outwards.

Software

SIMRIG Control Center is included with no extra cost and must run in the background during use. It reads telemetry from supported titles and converts vehicle forces into motion, with an Auto-Tune function that records your driving to generate a tuned baseline profile per vehicle. Supported simulators include Assetto Corsa, Assetto Corsa Competizione, iRacing, rFactor 2, RaceRoom, Project CARS 2, the F1 series, Euro Truck Simulator 2 and Microsoft Flight Simulator, among many others.

Setup Notes

Installation is plug-and-play: fix the four actuators, the ECU and the emergency stop to the rig, connect the four 8-pin actuator cables, the USB cable, the low-voltage and mains cables, then install SIMRIG Control Center together with the FTDI drivers. The emergency stop connects to the dedicated E-stop port on the ECU. Use the Load Estimator in the software to balance the load 50/50 front-to-rear (± 5 %) for best lifespan and performance. With the EasyBrackets, the M8x80 bolts are tightened to 24 Nm using the supplied Nordlock washers. Proper cable strain relief with the included clips and ties is essential given the constant motion.

Which model to choose

The SR1, SR2 and SR3 share the same software and mounting systems and differ only in maximum actuated load: 175 kg, 225 kg and 250 kg respectively. The SR3 is the right choice when the driver weighs more than 120 kg, when the rig is a heavy 40x120 or 40x160 build, or when you are loading a fully equipped cockpit and want maximum headroom under the load limit.

FAQ

What is the difference between the SR3 and the SR2?

Both are 3-DOF systems with identical software, actuators, travel and latency. The SR3 raises the maximum actuated load from 225 kg to 250 kg and ships with a 1000 W power supply instead of 750 W, making it the choice for heavier rigs and drivers above 120 kg.

Is the emergency stop mandatory?

Yes. The emergency stop is a required safety feature and the system will not operate without it connected to the E-stop port on the ECU. Software error code 13 appears if it is disconnected or activated.

Does the SIMRIG SR3 work on PlayStation or Xbox?

The motion system runs on a Windows 10/11 PC via SIMRIG Control Center, which reads PC telemetry. Console support depends on the specific title; consult SIMRIG's supported-games list for current console availability.

Which mounting system should I choose?

Choose the 20x20 aluminium profiles for rigs up to 620 mm wide, or the EasyBrackets when your rig is wider or when you prefer mounting the actuators directly to the sides of the cockpit with no width limit.

Do I need a separate cockpit and seat?

Yes. The SR3 is a motion platform that actuates your existing aluminium-profile rig. The rig, seat, wheel base and pedals are not included. You can order the SR3 with a compatible cockpit and seat through SIMRIG resellers.