Hardware verified: June 2021 ยท Last reviewed: January 2026
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EST. RIG VALUE
~$14,200+
WHEELBASE
Simucube 2 Pro
25Nm Direct Drive
DISPLAY
Samsung 49"
C49RG90 5120ร1440 120Hz
SPECIAL
2DOF Motion
Pitch & Roll
๐ฅ Community Sourced Data: Hardware list compiled from Box This Lap (June 2021) and cross-referenced with SimRacerPro. Note: Pierre collaborated with RS Simulation to develop the Sector One simulator (launched Monaco GP 2019 with Andrรฉ Lotterer) โ his current setup may include updated components from this partnership.
โก TL;DR (Documented setup):
Simucube 2 Pro 25Nm base ยท PSE GPX F1-style wheel (~$3,000) ยท SimTag Hydraulic pedals ยท RSeat N1 cockpit ยท 2DOF Motion actuators ยท Samsung 49" ultrawide (C49RG90). One of the few F1 drivers with home motion simulation.
๐๏ธ Rig at a Glance (Home Setup)
| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Simucube 2 Pro | 25Nm | ~$1,400 |
| Wheel | PSE GPX Steering Wheel | F1-style | ~$3,000 |
| Pedals | SimTag Hydraulic | Hydraulic | ~$2,500 |
| Cockpit | RSeat N1 | Full Rig | ~$1,200 |
| Motion | 2DOF Actuators | Pitch/Roll | ~$5,000 |
| Display | Samsung C49RG90 49" Ultrawide | 5120ร1440 120Hz | ~$1,100 |
| Est. Total | ~$14,200+ | ||
๐ Pierre's Sim Racing Philosophy
Pierre distinguishes between his home setup (entertainment) and Alpine's factory simulator (professional F1 preparation). At home, he enjoys the immersive experience with motion simulation โ one of the few F1 drivers to invest in 2DOF at home. In contrast, Max Verstappen has stated he considers motion rigs "slower" and doesn't use them.
"Gaming is more of a hobby โ and I don't take it all too seriously."โ Pierre Gasly, The Gentleman's Journal
"It's very immersive โ you're really feeling like you're in the cockpit."โ Pierre Gasly on sim racing, Memento Exclusives (May 2024)
๐น๏ธ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Simucube 2 Pro 25Nm VerifiedActive
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Verified: Confirmed by Box This Lap and SimRacerPro.
The Simucube 2 Pro is a popular choice among F1 drivers for its exceptional force feedback quality and 25Nm of smooth, precise torque. Also used by George Russell.
Peak Torque 25Nm
Type Direct Drive
Encoder 22-bit
[Wheel] PSE GPX Steering Wheel VerifiedActive
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Verified: Precision Sim Engineering GPX confirmed by Box This Lap coverage.
Premium F1-style steering wheel from UK manufacturer Precision Sim Engineering. Features full-color LCD display, programmable buttons, and carbon fiber construction. Note: This wheel retails for approximately ยฃ2,399 (~$3,000 USD) โ significantly higher than entry-level alternatives.
Style Formula
Material Carbon Fiber
Display Full-color LCD
Retail Price ยฃ2,399 (~$3,000)
[Pedals] SimTag Hydraulic VerifiedActive
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Verified: SimTag hydraulic pedals confirmed by Box This Lap. Belgian manufacturer using real motorsport components.
True hydraulic brake pedals offering one of the most realistic brake feels available in sim racing. SimTag uses components from real motorsport applications for authentic performance.
Type Hydraulic
Origin Belgium
Feel Race Car Authentic
๐ช Cockpit & Motion
[Cockpit] RSeat N1 VerifiedActive
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Verified: RSeat N1 confirmed by Box This Lap.
Premium steel construction cockpit designed for direct drive wheelbases and motion compatibility.
Material Steel
Motion Ready Yes
[Motion] 2DOF Actuators CommunityMotion Rig
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โน๏ธ Community Verified: 2DOF motion presence confirmed, but specific brand/model not identified in available sources. Pierre has ties to D-BOX via the Sector One project he co-developed with RS Simulation.
Pierre is one of the few F1 drivers with motion simulation at home. The 2DOF system provides pitch (acceleration/braking) and roll (cornering) feedback. This is notable: Max Verstappen has stated he considers motion rigs "slower" and doesn't use them at home despite his expensive setup.
Degrees of Freedom 2DOF
Motion Types Pitch, Roll
Brand/Model Unconfirmed (may be P1SIM)
[Display] Samsung C49RG90 49" VerifiedActive
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Verified: Samsung C49RG90SSR (CRG9) confirmed by Box This Lap. Previously used triple monitors.
Samsung's flagship 49" super ultrawide gaming monitor with immersive curved display.
Resolution 5120ร1440
Refresh Rate 120Hz
Panel VA Curved
Adaptive Sync FreeSync 2
๐ Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Spec | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Simucube 2 Pro 25Nm Verified | ~$1,400 |
| Steering Wheel | PSE GPX Formula Wheel Verified | ~$3,000 |
| Pedals | SimTag Hydraulic Verified | ~$2,500 |
| Cockpit | RSeat N1 Black Verified | ~$1,200 |
| Motion Platform | 2DOF Actuators (Pitch/Roll) Community | ~$5,000 |
| Display | Samsung C49RG90 49" Ultrawide Verified | ~$1,100 |
| Headset | HyperX KHX Verified | ~$80 |
| Keyboard | Logitech K400 Plus Verified | ~$30 |
| Shifter/Handbrake | N/A (not present) Verified | โ |
๐ญ Alpine Factory Simulator
For professional F1 preparation, Pierre uses Alpine's factory simulator at Enstone โ a completely different beast from his home setup. As Pierre described in Sky Sports footage: "I'm sitting in the actual F1 chassis... from the position, the seat, the pedal box โ everything is exactly as I have it in my car."
"Simulator is a great tool to kind of get used to the car, start working with the guys, engineers... really fine-tuning."โ Pierre Gasly, Sky Sports Singapore Sim Day (September 2023)
๐ข Alpine Factory Simulator (Enstone, UK)
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chassis | "Sitting in the actual F1 chassis" โ accurate driving position, seat, and pedal box replication (Sky Sports) |
| Motion | Full 6DOF motion platform (6 hydraulic actuators โ "three hydraulic stilts on each side") โ currently being upgraded |
| Display | Wraparound projection system (5-6 HD projectors on curved screen) |
| Staff | "Five people dedicated to working in the simulator" + support from aero, suspension, and controls groups ("tens of people contributing") |
| Location | Enstone, Oxfordshire (new simulator building under construction for 2026 car development) |
| Est. Value | $5-10 Million+ |
๐ฐ Cost to Copy Pierre's Setup
Pierre's Home Rig (No Motion)
Simucube 2 Pro~$1,400
PSE GPX Wheel~$3,000
SimTag Hydraulic Pedals~$2,500
RSeat N1 Cockpit~$1,200
Samsung 49" Ultrawide~$1,100
Without Motion
~$9,200
Full Setup (With Motion)
Base Rig Components~$9,200
2DOF Motion Platform~$5,000
Complete Setup
~$14,200
๐ก Budget Alternative (~$3,500)
Simagic Alpha Mini~$700
Simagic GT Neo Wheel~$400
Heusinkveld Sprint~$700
Next Level Racing GT Track~$600
Samsung 49" G9~$1,100
Similar experience without hydraulic pedals and motion. Great entry to high-end sim racing.
๐ Pierre's Favorite Sim Racing Tracks
When asked about his favorite tracks for sim racing, Pierre shared his picks in the Memento Exclusives video (May 2024):
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Monaco
"The thrill of being a street track"
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Silverstone
"Definitely nice"
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Bahrain
Go-to for time trials
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Paul Ricard
"Missing... for the crowd"
"The French Grand Prix is definitely one that I'm missing but it's more for the experience and the crowd... in a Formula 1 car everything feels so good, it's extremely fast โ any track is just a thrill of excitement."โ Pierre Gasly, Memento Exclusives (May 2024)
๐ฎ Virtual Racing History
Pierre maintains a Twitch account (twitch.tv/pierregasly10) and was active during the 2020 COVID-19 period with notable virtual racing appearances. He lived in Le Mans for four years at the French Motorsport Academy, making his Le Mans Virtual participation especially meaningful.
| Event | Details | Result |
|---|---|---|
| F1 Virtual Azerbaijan GP | June 7, 2020 โ F1 Esports debut for AlphaTauri | P12 |
| 24 Hours of Le Mans Virtual | June 13-14, 2020 โ Drove for Veloce Esports with Jean-Eric Vergne & Jarno Opmeer (LMP2, rFactor 2) | 5th Overall |
๐ฎ Games Pierre Plays: F1 (official games), rFactor 2, Call of Duty, FIFA. At the 2019 F1 Esports Pro Draft, he called esports "a massive business" and noted he follows the scene closely.
โ Pierre Gasly Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Pierre Gasly use?
Pierre uses a Simucube 2 Pro wheelbase (25Nm), PSE GPX steering wheel (~$3,000), SimTag hydraulic pedals, RSeat N1 cockpit, 2DOF motion actuators, and Samsung C49RG90 49" ultrawide monitor. Total value approximately $14,200+.
Does Pierre Gasly use motion simulation?
Yes! Pierre is one of the few F1 drivers with motion simulation at home. He uses 2DOF actuators providing pitch (acceleration/braking) and roll (cornering) feedback. The exact brand/model is not confirmed, but he has ties to D-BOX via his Sector One project. Notably, Max Verstappen has stated he considers motion rigs "slower" and doesn't use them โ making Pierre's choice unusual among top drivers.
What pedals does Pierre Gasly use?
SimTag hydraulic pedals โ a Belgian manufacturer using true hydraulic brake systems with real motorsport components for authentic feel.
How much does Pierre Gasly's sim rig cost?
Pierre's home setup is estimated at ~$14,200+ including motion platform. Without motion, similar components run around $9,200. Note: The PSE GPX wheel alone retails for approximately ยฃ2,399 (~$3,000) โ this is a high-end component that significantly contributes to the total cost.
Does Pierre sim race for fun or training?
Both! At home it's primarily entertainment โ he's described gaming as "more of a hobby." For professional F1 preparation, he uses Alpine's factory simulator at Enstone worth $5-10 million+. He's said: "It's very immersive โ you're really feeling like you're in the cockpit."
What monitor does Pierre Gasly use?
Samsung C49RG90SSR (CRG9) โ a 49" super ultrawide curved monitor at 5120ร1440 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. He previously used triple monitors before switching to single ultrawide.
What are Pierre Gasly's favorite sim racing tracks?
Pierre has mentioned Monaco ("the thrill of being a street track"), Silverstone ("definitely nice"), and the French Grand Prix circuit at Paul Ricard, which he misses "for the experience and the crowd." For time trials, he often picks Bahrain.
What is the Sector One simulator?
Pierre collaborated with RS Simulation in Monaco to develop the Sector One simulator, which launched at the 2019 Monaco GP alongside Andrรฉ Lotterer. This is a product collaboration, not a media outlet โ his current home setup may include components from this partnership.
๐ Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Box This Lap (June 2021) โ Full hardware breakdown with specifications
- SimRacerPro โ Cross-referenced equipment verification
- Pierre Gasly Twitter/Instagram โ Occasional sim rig posts
- Sky Sports F1 โ Singapore Sim Day (September 2023) โ Factory simulator details and direct quotes
- Memento Exclusives (May 2024) โ Quotes on immersion, favorite tracks, and sim racing philosophy
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- D-BOX / Sector One โ Product collaboration (launched Monaco GP 2019 with RS Simulation & Andrรฉ Lotterer)
- Alpine Media โ Factory simulator and team content
- F1 Authentics / Memento Exclusives Partnership (June 2024) โ Alpine signed simulator auction context
- The Gentleman's Journal โ "Gaming is more of a hobby" quote source
๐ Verification Notes:
Core equipment verified from Box This Lap (June 2021) and SimRacerPro. Motion platform presence confirmed but brand/model unspecified โ Pierre has ties to RS Simulation/Sector One and D-BOX via product collaboration, so current setup may include P1SIM components. Samsung monitor model (C49RG90) confirmed by manufacturer specs. Factory simulator details sourced from Sky Sports Singapore Sim Day footage. Last audit: December 28, 2025.