๐ Important: Limited Public Documentation
Unlike established F1 drivers, Arvid Lindblad's personal sim racing setup is not extensively documented. At 18, his meteoric rise through junior formulae has prioritized performance over public sim racing persona. This profile distinguishes between verified components (confirmed via social media or interviews) and estimated components (inferred from Red Bull Junior standards and Team Redline affiliations). Equipment details will be updated as Lindblad discloses more during his 2026 F1 season.
โ Verified Equipment
| Component | Model / Spec | Source | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pedals | Simucube ActivePedal | Instagram Oct 2025 | ~$2,100โ2,400 |
| Primary Wheel | Ascher McLaren Artura Ultimate | Instagram June 2025 | ~$2,000โ2,500 |
| Verified Total | ~$4,100โ4,900 | ||
๐ฎ Verified Components โ Detailed
[Pedals] Simucube ActivePedal VerifiedHome
The Simucube ActivePedal uses motor-driven active feedback rather than traditional springs or elastomers. This allows programmable brake feel, ABS pulsation simulation, and dynamic resistance that changes based on the simulation's physics. Unlike load cell pedals that require consistent pressure, the ActivePedal can simulate the exact pedal characteristics of different racing cars.
[Primary Wheel] Ascher Racing McLaren Artura Ultimate VerifiedFormula/GT
Officially licensed by McLaren using the same CAD data as the real GT3/GT4 steering wheel. Features an integrated telemetry display, magnetic shifters with tactile feedback, and approximately 64 input buttons/controls. Available in USB or wireless versions. The "Ultimate" specification provides high-bandwidth USB connectivity for minimal latency.
๐ Estimated Hardware (Unconfirmed)
| Component | Likely Model | Confidence Basis | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Simucube 2 Pro or Simucube 3 | Team Redline standard | ~$1,500โ2,000 |
| Cockpit | Playseat Formula Intelligence (Red Bull) or Sim-Lab P1-X | Red Bull facility standard | ~$850โ2,500 |
| Monitors | Triple 27"โ32" 144Hz or Ultrawide | Industry standard | ~$1,500โ2,000 |
| PC | RTX 4070/4090, Intel i7/Ryzen 7 | Minimum for ACC/iRacing | ~$2,000โ3,000 |
| Estimated Additional | ~$5,850โ9,500 | ||
[Wheelbase] Simucube 2 Pro / Simucube 3 EstimatedInferred
Team Redline, which Lindblad joined in May 2023, standardizes on Simucube wheelbases. The Simucube 2 Pro delivers 25Nm of torque with ultra-low latency direct drive technology. Given Lindblad's verified use of both Simucube ActivePedal and Ascher Racing wheel (which has a Simucube partnership), a Simucube wheelbase is the most probable choice.
[Cockpit] Playseat Formula Intelligence (Red Bull Edition) EstimatedInferred
Designed in collaboration with Red Bull Racing to replicate the exact F1 seating position. Features high-tensile carbon steel and aluminum construction, ForceLock rapid adjustment system, and black racing PU leather upholstery. The supine "feet-high" position trains correct biomechanics for single-seater racing.
๐ญ Professional Simulator Access
"I've been doing a lot on the sim with [Red Bull]. I have been for a while now, already started a bit last year."โ Arvid Lindblad to Formula1.com, January 2026
"Before most weekends, I try to get in the Prema sim and do some work with them. If that wasn't possible I would just do it at home."โ Arvid Lindblad, GrandPrix247 Interview, 2025
[Facility] Red Bull F1 Simulator (Milton Keynes) FactoryPrimary Training
The Red Bull F1 simulator at Milton Keynes uses industrial-grade Dynisma motion generators with latencies under 5msโallowing haptic cues that consumer equipment cannot replicate. The software is rFactor Pro with LiDAR-scanned tracks and proprietary vehicle physics models developed by Red Bull's vehicle dynamics team. Equipment value is in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
[Facility] Red Bull Erena (Consumer-Grade Training) FacilityMilton Keynes
The Erena facility uses Fanatec Podium and CSL Elite wheelbases, 240Hz AOC monitors, and triple-screen setups. This consumer-grade equipment serves for procedural training and track familiarization before juniors access the full F1 simulator.
[Facility] Home Simulator (Lisbon, Portugal) UnspecifiedBackup
Lindblad has confirmed having a home setup as a backup when team facilities are unavailable. However, no specific equipment brands, models, or specifications have been publicly disclosed for his home rig. The verified Simucube ActivePedal and Ascher wheel are likely part of this setup.
๐ฎ Sim Racing & Esports Involvement
| Category | Detail | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Team Redline | Joined "Real Racers Never Quit" May 2023 | โ Confirmed |
| Max's Charity Event | Participated May 21, 2023 (iRacing, virtual Imola) | โ Confirmed |
| iRacing | Likely active via Team Redline | Inferred |
| iRating | Not publicly documented | Unknown |
| Virtual Le Mans | No participation documented | Unknown |
| Streaming | No active Twitch/YouTube streaming found | None |
๐ฏ Games & Simulators Used
- โข iRacing (via Team Redline, May 2023 event)
- โข F1 25 (EA Sports) โ PS5 Pro
- โข F1 Manager 24 โ PS5 Pro
- โข rFactor Pro (Red Bull F1 sim)
- โข Assetto Corsa Competizione
- โข rFactor 2
- โข Gran Turismo 7
๐ฐ Cost to Replicate
โ Verified Equipment Only
Components confirmed via social media
๐ Complete Estimated Rig
Including inferred components
โ Frequently Asked Questions
What sim racing setup does Arvid Lindblad use?
Arvid Lindblad uses Simucube ActivePedal (verified October 2025) and an Ascher Racing McLaren Artura Ultimate steering wheel (verified June 2025). His wheelbase is likely a Simucube 2 Pro based on Team Redline standardization, but this is not confirmed. Unlike Max Verstappen, Lindblad's complete setup specs remain largely undisclosed as he focuses on professional simulator training at Red Bull facilities rather than building a public sim racing persona.
Is Arvid Lindblad on Team Redline?
Yes. Arvid Lindblad joined Team Redline's "Real Racers Never Quit" (RRNQ) esports initiative in May 2023, confirmed via Team Redline's official X/Twitter announcement. He participated in Max Verstappen's charity event at virtual Imola that month. However, unlike Max, Lindblad has not documented extensive iRacing achievements or regular streaming activity.
Why is Lindblad's setup less documented than other F1 drivers?
Several factors explain the documentation gap:
1. Career trajectory: At 18, Lindblad's meteoric rise (F4 โ F3 โ F2 โ F1 in just 4 years) has prioritized on-track performance over building a sim racing persona.
2. Professional focus: With access to Red Bull's state-of-the-art F1 simulator at Milton Keynes, consumer hardware serves only as backupโnot as a primary training tool or public hobby.
3. Different approach: Unlike Max Verstappen (who actively streams on iRacing and races with Team Redline) or Lando Norris (who designed a custom Pro-Sim cockpit), Lindblad treats simulation as private professional development.
4. Timing: As his F1 career progresses in 2026, more setup details may emerge through sponsorships or social media content.
Does Lindblad have equipment sponsorships?
Lindblad has announced a collaboration with Ascher Racing (June 2025 Instagram post), which explains his use of the McLaren Artura Ultimate wheel. His use of Simucube ActivePedal suggests a relationship with Simucube, potentially through the Ascher-Simucube partnership or Team Redline's equipment standardization. No formal sponsorship announcements with other sim racing brands (Fanatec, Heusinkveld, Leo Bodnar, etc.) have been documented.
๐ Sources & Verification
โ Primary Sources (Verified)
- Instagram (June 2025) โ Ascher Racing collaboration announcement
- Instagram (Oct 2025) โ Simucube ActivePedal confirmation
- Team Redline X/Twitter (May 2023) โ RRNQ membership confirmation
- Formula1.com โ Red Bull simulator work quotes
- GrandPrix247 Interview (June 2025) โ Home sim backup confirmation
๐ Secondary Sources (Inference Basis)
- Esports Insider (Dec 2020) โ Red Bull Erena facility details
- Playseat Store โ Red Bull Edition cockpit specifications
- Simucube โ Ascher Racing partnership details
- Red Bull Junior Team Profile โ Career details
- Dynisma โ F1 simulator motion platform specifications