| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB | 26Nm | ~£4,000 |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula | 287mm | ~£2,000 |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing) | 200kg Brake | ~£3,500 |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | 120kg+ Frame | ~£15,000 |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | F1 Position | ~£1,500 |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 | 5120×1440, 240Hz | ~£900 |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Integrated | Included |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | Custom | ~£2,500 |
| Total Est. Value | ~£26,345 | ||
🕹️ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB ~26Nm VerifiedActive
Industrial-grade direct drive system delivering 26Nm of peak torque via a Kollmorgen AKM54 servo motor. Features over 2 million resolution points per wheel turn and CP-S custom software modelling. The same wheelbase used by Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz, and other Cool Performance drivers.
[Steering Wheel] CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula Wheel VerifiedActive
Hand-made carbon fibre and anodised aluminium steering wheel designed with input from Lando Norris. Features a comprehensive F1-style button layout with dual clutch paddles, rotary encoders for in-sim adjustments, and a 50.8mm quick release system.
[Pedals] CP-S Hydraulic Pedals with AP Racing Master Cylinder VerifiedActive
Professional-grade hydraulic pedals using genuine AP Racing master cylinders — the same components found in real F1 and GT brake systems. Features a simulated brake caliper with hundreds of configurations, gas-spring throttle with 3 force levels, and an electronically-controlled sliding pedal box with 300mm of travel adjustment.
[Cockpit] Cool Performance Formula Simulator VerifiedActive
The Cool Performance Formula Simulator is handbuilt in the UK (Sevenoaks) to ISO 9001 standards. The frame is CNC-machined powder-coated aluminium weighing over 120kg, engineered for zero flex during high-force feedback. Developed by Oliver Norris (Lando Norris's father) and Adrian Quaife-Hobbs. Used by 9+ F1 drivers including Norris, Sainz, and Albon.
[Display] Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Ultrawide Curved 240Hz VerifiedActive
Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 ultrawide curved display delivering immersive peripheral vision coverage from a single panel. The 1000R curvature wraps around the driver's field of view, running at 240Hz with 1ms response time for smooth, lag-free visuals during high-speed WEC racing simulation.
[Haptics] CP-S Haptics System VerifiedActive
Integrated haptic feedback system that transmits road surface detail, kerb strikes, and chassis vibrations directly through the cockpit frame. Works in conjunction with the Leo Bodnar FFB system to provide a multi-channel immersion layer beyond steering feel alone.
[Motion] None Confirmed — Static Setup EstimatedStatic
No motion platform has been documented for Habsburg's personal rig. The Cool Performance Formula Simulator offers optional D-Box G5 3DOF haptic motion (Pitch, Roll, Heave with 1.5" stroke), but competitive sim racers typically prefer static rigs for minimal latency.
🏁 Sim Racing Background
Ferdinand Habsburg uses his Cool Performance Formula Pro extensively for WEC and Le Mans track preparation. The Austrian driver competes in the FIA World Endurance Championship hypercar class and previously raced in DTM for Aston Martin (2019-2021). He is a Cool Performance ambassador and active on iRacing. Habsburg is a member of the House of Habsburg-Lorraine, one of Europe's most prominent historical dynasties.
| Year | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-2021 | DTM (Aston Martin) | Competed in DTM with Aston Martin. Used simulation for track preparation. |
| Ongoing | WEC Hypercar Class | Racing in FIA World Endurance Championship. Uses Cool Performance Formula Pro for Le Mans and WEC track preparation. |
| Ongoing | iRacing | Active on iRacing as part of training regimen between WEC race weekends. |
Software confirmed: Assetto Corsa, iRacing (pre-installed with Formula Pro).
📋 Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Specification | Est. Cost | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm) | ~£4,000 | Verified |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm) | ~£2,000 | Verified |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing, 200kg) | ~£3,500 | Verified |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | ~£15,000 | Verified |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | ~£1,500 | Verified |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 (5120×1440, 240Hz) | ~£900 | Verified |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Included | Verified |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX (Water Cooled) | ~£2,500 | Verified |
Total: ~£26,345 (Formula Pro with Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide).
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❓ Ferdinand Habsburg Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Ferdinand Habsburg use?
• Wheelbase: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm, Kollmorgen AKM54 motor)
• Pedals: CP-S Hydraulic with AP Racing master cylinder (200kg brake)
• Wheel: CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm)
• Display: Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide curved (5120×1440, 240Hz)
• Haptics: CP-S Haptics System
• Cockpit: CNC-machined aluminium frame (120kg+, ISO 9001, lifetime warranty)
Estimated cost: ~£26,345.
How does Habsburg use simulation for WEC preparation?
How much does Ferdinand Habsburg's sim rig cost?
What is the Habsburg family connection to racing?
Is Ferdinand Habsburg's simulator sponsored?
📚 Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Cool Performance Official — Ferdinand Habsburg Testimonial — Confirms Formula Pro use and driver profile
- Cool Performance — Formula Simulator Product Page — Standard specifications
- SimLuxx — Cool Performance Formula Simulator — Pricing and detailed specs
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- Pro-Sim Testimonials — Pro-Sim is the technology partner behind Cool Performance
- Simulator Showroom — Pricing Reference