{"product_id":"dof-reality-h3-hero-helicopter-motion-simulator-platform-3-axis","title":"DOF Reality H3 Hero Helicopter Motion Simulator Platform 3-Axis","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDOF Reality H3 Hero Helicopter Motion Simulator Platform (3-Axis)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The DOF Reality H3 Hero is a premium 3-axis motion simulator platform engineered specifically for helicopter and flight simulation, delivering pitch, roll, and yaw (rear traction loss) across all three degrees of freedom. Designed for enthusiasts who demand the most lifelike immersion possible, the H3 Hero features extra-smooth SFU gearboxes on every motor - purpose-built to handle the slow, precise movements that helicopter and flight simulation requires. Every controller moves with you in full synchronization: cyclic, collective, throttle, pedals, joystick, and monitor all shift with the platform, putting you physically inside the simulation. Built from commercial-grade metal profiles and backed by nearly a decade of motion simulator manufacturing since 2014, DOF Reality has designed this platform to be both a high-performance simulator and a long-term investment. Whether you're chasing realism in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, DCS World, X-Plane 12, or a wide range of other titles, the H3 Hero delivers an experience that is genuinely unmatched in its class.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The H3 is equally capable as a racing or universal simulator, making it one of the most versatile motion platforms available at this price point. Its rear traction loss system faithfully replicates understeer, oversteer, and drift dynamics for sim racing use as well. Paired with SimRacingStudio software and a 1-year full warranty, this is a plug-and-play motion platform ready to transform your setup.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 Degrees of Freedom (Pitch, Roll, Yaw):\u003c\/strong\u003e Full platform motion across all three axes, including rear traction loss for precise understeer, oversteer, and drift simulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-Smooth SFU Gearboxes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional gearbox on each motor provides superior smoothness for the slow, subtle motions essential to helicopter and flight simulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20-Degree Range of Motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide range of movement accurately replicates climbs, descents, coordinated and uncoordinated turns, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 cm\/s (86 deg\/s) Speed \u0026amp; 25 N\/m Torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-performance motors deliver fast, responsive, and powerful motion feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Synchronous Controller Motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seat, cyclic, collective, throttle, pedals, joystick, and monitor all move together with the platform for true immersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimRacingStudio Software Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides precise in-game feedback using helicopter telemetry - simulates turbulence, runway bumps, vibrations, collisions, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e330 lbs \/ 150 kg Supported Pilot Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust commercial-grade steel frame handles a wide range of pilot builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e750 Watt Peak Power Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficient power draw for the level of performance delivered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020\/2024, DCS World, X-Plane 10\/11\/12, IL-2 Sturmovik, War Thunder, Elite Dangerous, Prepar3D, and many more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgradable to H6:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platform is designed to be upgraded to the H6 (6-DOF) model in the future, protecting your investment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-Year Full Warranty \u0026amp; 24\/7 Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOF Reality backs every H3 with a comprehensive warranty and around-the-clock customer support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eH3 Hero 3-Axis motion simulator platform (rigid metal rig)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounts for seat or sliding rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated power drive motors with SFU gearboxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100-240V control unit with USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimRacingStudio software license\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick assembly tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll necessary cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1-year full warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Seat, VR headset, and controllers (wheel, pedals, yoke, etc.) are not included and must be purchased separately. Games are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The DOF Reality H3 Hero is trusted by flight and sim racing enthusiasts worldwide who refuse to compromise on immersion. Since 2014, DOF Reality has refined its motion platform technology into a product that delivers commercial-grade performance at a price accessible to dedicated home sim pilots. The extra-smooth SFU gearboxing sets the H3 Hero apart from racing-only platforms - every subtle cyclic input, every gentle bank, every turbulence bump registers with a realism that cheaper platforms simply cannot replicate. Assembly is straightforward and rewarding, and the platform is designed to grow with you - upgradable all the way to the H6 six-axis model when you're ready to push further. With a comprehensive warranty, 24\/7 support, and compatibility with virtually every major flight and sim title on the market, the H3 Hero is the motion platform you'll rely on for years to come.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDegrees of Freedom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 DOF (Pitch + Roll + Yaw \/ Rear Traction)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull Platform Motion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange of Motion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 cm\/s (86 deg\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTorque\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 N\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAcceleration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7G Translational \/ 0.5G Lateral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePeak Power Consumption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 Watt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox 1 Weight (Imperial)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 lbs (37 x 15 x 11 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox 2 Weight (Imperial)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e97 lbs (32 x 24 x 10 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox 1 Weight (Metric)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 kg (94 x 38 x 28 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox 2 Weight (Metric)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44 kg (80 x 60 x 25 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloor Footprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 x 5 ft, 2 ft H (100 x 150 cm, 60 cm H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommercial-grade metal profiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax Supported Pilot Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330 lbs \/ 150 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-year full warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpgradable To\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - ships in 2 boxes, assembly required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFedEx or DHL Express, door-to-door with full tracking and insurance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100-240V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/HTCMotionCancellation_e8cde545-6997-406b-bfc6-7b5d0314d9cd.pdf?v=1784835618\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"HTC Motion Cancellation Guide\"\u003eHTC Motion Cancellation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/OpenVR_e6e21739-cc13-4fce-b99b-de5b417244bc.pdf?v=1784835621\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"OpenVR Motion Compensation Setup Guide\"\u003eOpenVR Motion Compensation Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the H3 Hero require assembly?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes, the H3 Hero ships in two boxes and requires assembly. DOF Reality includes all necessary quick assembly tools with the platform. The assembly process is straightforward and allows you to customize the build to your personal preferences. Most customers find the process enjoyable and rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the H3 Hero helicopter version and the H3 racing version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe H3 Hero helicopter version features an additional gearbox on each motor, providing extra smoothness that is critical for the slow, precise motions in helicopter and flight simulation. The racing version does not include these extra gearboxes. The H3 Hero can also be used for racing without any drawbacks, making it the more versatile of the two options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat games and simulators are compatible with the H3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe H3 is compatible with a wide range of titles including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024, DCS - Digital Combat Simulator World, X-Plane 10\/11\/12, IL-2 Sturmovik, War Thunder (planes), Elite Dangerous, Star Wars: Squadrons, Lockheed Martin's Prepar3D, iRacing, Assetto Corsa, Dirt Rally 2.0, BeamNG.drive, and many more. Please refer to DOF Reality's full games list for the complete lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs a seat included with the H3 Hero platform?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo, the H3 Hero is sold as a plug-and-play motion platform only. You will need to purchase your own seat separately. DOF Reality recommends a bucket racing seat with a four- to six-point harness to keep you secure during high-G movements. Seat add-ons are available as optional accessories. VR headsets and controllers (wheel, pedals, yoke, etc.) are also not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan the H3 Hero be used with a VR headset?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes, the H3 Hero is fully compatible with VR headsets. For most use cases, the level of platform motion does not significantly interfere with the VR image. If motion compensation is needed, free software such as OpenVR Motion Compensation can be used to remove platform movement from the VR headset's tracking, providing a smooth, immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan the H3 be upgraded in the future?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The H3 is designed to be upgradable to the H6 (6-DOF) platform, so your investment is protected as your sim setup grows. Contact DOF Reality for upgrade path details and pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eDelivery typically takes 3-4 weeks. DOF Reality ships via FedEx and DHL Express with door-to-door delivery, full tracking, and insurance included. 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