Thrustmaster T248 Bus Simulator 21 -

Magnetic paddle shifters: Very satisfying clicks. Use them for sequential shifting (if you drive a manual bus) or map them to turn signals / wipers.

On-wheel display: You can see your speed, gear, and RPM without looking at the screen – immersive.

Most people assume Force Feedback (FFB) is only for feeling tire slip. They are wrong. In Bus Simulator 21, Thrustmaster has implemented FFB to simulate the hydraulic steering and road surface of heavy vehicles.

The Thrustmaster T248 utilizes "Hybrid Drive" (belt + gear). For bus driving, this is superior to pure gear-driven wheels (like the TMX or G29) because it eliminates the "notchy" feeling.

| Action | Suggested Button | |--------|------------------| | Turn signals left/right | Left / right paddle shifters | | Horn | Top left button | | Wipers | Top right button | | Door controls | D-pad left/right | | Kneeling / ramp | D-pad up | | Start/stop engine | A (PS: Cross) | | Parking brake | B (PS: Circle) | thrustmaster t248 bus simulator 21

✅ Full 900° Steering Lock – Critical for buses. You can set it in the Thrustmaster control panel, and BS21 handles it smoothly. No “twitchy” racing feel.

✅ Strong, Adjustable Force Feedback – You actually feel the heavy steering of a bus at low speeds, and the wheel self-centers realistically. The on-the-fly dial (3 presets) lets you quickly lower FFB for long highway stretches. Magnetic paddle shifters: Very satisfying clicks

✅ Magnetic Paddle Shifters – These feel great. If you’re driving an automatic or automated manual bus, they’re crisp for gear selection.

✅ Built-in RPM/LED Screen – Surprisingly useful. You can configure it to show speed or gear. In BS21, it helps you avoid redlining the diesel engine. Most people assume Force Feedback (FFB) is only

✅ Solid Desk Clamp – Bus Simulator sessions can be long. The T248’s clamp is heavy-duty and won’t shift during sharp turns.

This is where the T248 shines for simulation games versus pure racing games.