{"product_id":"playseat-r-challenge-black-actifit","title":"PLAYSEAT® CHALLENGE - BLACK ACTIFIT™","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"srw-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-hero\"\u003eA lightweight foldable cockpit for GT, rally and formula-style positions. Standard Challenge models are not recommended for Direct Drive.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"srw-intro\"\u003eThe Playseat Challenge Black ActiFit is a lightweight, foldable racing cockpit for users who need to store their setup between sessions. It supports GT, rally and formula-style seating positions, combines the seat and hardware mounts in one frame and can be folded with compatible steering-wheel and pedal hardware attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-benefits\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose this product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 9 kg foldable frame can be set up or stored quickly, making it practical for rooms without a permanent sim-racing area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable GT, rally and formula-style positions help different drivers find a comfortable wheel and pedal layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-product-details\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoldable cockpit and seating positions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Challenge uses a patented foldable frame with quick adjustments for the seat, wheel support and pedal position. Playseat specifies assembled dimensions of 136 × 54 × 96 cm and a product weight of 9 kg. The recommended driver range is 120–220 cm in height and 20–120 kg in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware mounting and daily use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cockpit includes steering-wheel and pedal mounting accessories plus cable-management tools. Its hinged wheel support opens for easier access, while the ActiFit fabric is designed to improve airflow. Compatibility covers many common wheel and pedal sets, but the exact mounting pattern and the weight of the installed hardware should be checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirect Drive advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayseat states that Direct Drive steering setups are not recommended on Challenge models. Sim Race Webshop follows that guidance: a Direct Drive base may be physically mountable, but strong force feedback can make this lightweight frame move and feel unstable. For Direct Drive, consider the Playseat Challenge DD or a more rigid option such as the \u003ca href=\"\/ro\/products\/playseat-r-trophy-black\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePlayseat Trophy Black\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/ro\/products\/playseat-r-trophy-red\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePlayseat Trophy Red\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-compatibility\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCockpit platform: platform-independent; the mounted wheelbase determines console or PC compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRacing hardware: compatible with many major steering-wheel and pedal brands; confirm exact mounting holes and hardware weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect Drive: not recommended for standard Playseat Challenge models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-specs-grid\" style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(140px,38%) minmax(0,1fr);gap:4px 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003ePlayseat Challenge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eActiFit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eUpholstery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eActiFit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e136 × 54 × 96 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eProduct weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e9 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eFrame material\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eLightweight Carbon Quality Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eRecommended driver height\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e120–220 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eRecommended driver weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e20–120 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003ePackage dimensions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e80 × 60 × 20 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003ePackage weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003e13 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eRC.00312\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eFoldable\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-label\"\u003eSeating positions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-spec-value\"\u003eGT, rally and formula-style\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayseat Challenge cockpit with ActiFit seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering-wheel and pedal mounting accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable-management accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the standard Playseat Challenge suitable for Direct Drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNo. Playseat and Sim Race Webshop do not recommend Direct Drive steering setups on standard Challenge models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan a Direct Drive base still be mounted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eSome bases may be physically mountable, but the frame can move under strong force feedback and the combination is not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhich Playseat is better for Direct Drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eConsider the Playseat Challenge DD or the more rigid Playseat Trophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan the cockpit be folded with hardware attached?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe foldable design is intended to support storage with compatible steering-wheel and pedal hardware attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"srw-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAre the steering wheel and pedals included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNo. The package contains the cockpit and mounting accessories; racing controls are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"srw-disclaimer\"\u003ePlease note: we make every effort to display products as accurately as possible. Colours, materials and finishes may vary slightly in real life due to studio lighting, screen settings, ambient light and product characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Playseat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49826990162257,"sku":"PLS-RC.00312","price":225.22,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/8620\/1169\/files\/playseat-r-challenge-black-actifit-gameseat-400.webp?v=1759263980","url":"https:\/\/simracewebshop.com\/ro\/products\/playseat-r-challenge-black-actifit","provider":"Sim Race Webshop B.V.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}