{"product_id":"dof-reality-h6-hero-helicopter-motion-simulator-platform-6-axis","title":"DOF Reality H6 Hero Helicopter Motion Simulator Platform - 6-Axis","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDOF Reality H6 Hero Helicopter Motion Simulator Platform - 6-Axis\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The DOF Reality H6 Hero is the ultimate 6-axis motion simulator platform engineered for helicopter and flight simulation enthusiasts who demand the most lifelike experience possible. Featuring true six degrees of freedom - pitch, roll, yaw, heave, surge, and sway - this platform reproduces every sensation of flight with extraordinary precision and realism. Built around SFU ball screws and extra-smooth gearboxes on each motor, the H6 Hero is purpose-built for the slow, deliberate motions of helicopter flight without sacrificing capability for racing or fixed-wing simulation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Unlike tilt-only platforms, the H6 Hero genuinely simulates accelerations in all directions, so climbs, descents, and coordinated turns all feel distinctly different - exactly as they do in a real cockpit. The platform moves your entire rig - seat, cyclic, collective, throttle, pedals, and monitors - together as one unified system. Paired with SimRacingStudio software and compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, DCS World, X-Plane 12, and dozens of other titles, this is the definitive home motion simulator for serious aviators and sim enthusiasts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue 6 Degrees of Freedom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full heave, roll, pitch, surge, sway, and yaw - separate front and rear roll centers deliver body roll and yaw as a real aircraft would.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFU Ball Screws + Extra-Smooth Gearboxes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional gearbox on each motor provides exceptional smoothness for slow helicopter-style motions - a major advantage over standard racing platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e17° Range of Motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generous range of motion across all axes ensures convincing simulation of g-forces and aircraft attitude changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 cm\/s Speed (86°\/s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast actuation for realistic snap responses to turbulence, collisions, and abrupt maneuvers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e28 Nm Torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-torque motors capable of supporting up to 440 lbs (200 kg) of pilot and rig weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial-Grade Metal Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from heavy-duty commercial-grade steel profiles for long-lasting durability in demanding daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Platform Motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every controller - cyclic, collective, throttle, pedals, and monitors - moves with the seat for complete immersion, just like a real helicopter cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimRacingStudio Software Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision telemetry-based motion software simulates turbulence, runway bumps, vibrations, and more with per-game tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with MSFS 2024, DCS World, X-Plane 10\/11\/12, IL-2 Sturmovik, War Thunder, Prepar3D, and many more flight and racing titles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-Year Full Warranty + 24\/7 Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by DOF Reality's full manufacturer warranty and around-the-clock customer support team.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrives with all necessary cables, a 100-240V control unit with USB, quick assembly tools, and a SimRacingStudio license - ready to fly out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details. Note: this platform ships in two boxes weighing approximately 133 lbs and 144 lbs each (roughly 60 kg and 65 kg). Freight delivery is arranged via FedEx or DHL Express door-to-door with full tracking and insurance. Delivery typically takes 3-4 weeks. Assembly is required upon arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eH6 Hero 6-Axis Motion Platform (base unit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRigid metal rig (supports normal and F1 seating pose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounts for seat or sliding rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated power drive motors with metal covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100-240V control unit with USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimRacingStudio software license\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll necessary cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick assembly tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1-year full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Seat, VR headset, and controllers (cyclic, collective, throttle, pedals, wheel, 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 H6 Hero has been embraced by real-world pilots, flight instructors, and aviation enthusiasts who refuse to settle for less than authentic immersion. Since 2014, DOF Reality has been a recognized pioneer in building affordable professional-grade motion simulators, and the H6 Hero represents the pinnacle of that decade of engineering experience. The extra-smooth gearbox design means every subtle hover correction and banking turn translates faithfully to your body - this is immersion you can feel in your muscles, not just see on a screen. Whether you're flying MSFS 2024 in VR, running combat missions in DCS World, or exploring aerobatics in X-Plane 12, the H6 Hero puts you in the cockpit in a way that no stationary rig ever could. Backed by a full one-year warranty and a support team available around the clock, you can invest with total confidence. For serious sim pilots who want the absolute best, the H6 Hero is the definitive choice.\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\u003e6DOF (Pitch, Roll, Yaw, Surge, Sway, Heave)\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\u003e17 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\u003e28 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAcceleration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5G all directions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 Watt (peak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax Supported Pilot Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440 lbs \/ 200 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloor Footprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 x 5 ft, 2 ft H (120 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\u003eShipping Box 1 Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e133 lbs (32 x 28 x 12 in) \/ 60 kg (80 x 70 x 30 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Box 2 Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e144 lbs (32 x 28 x 12 in) \/ 65 kg (80 x 70 x 30 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl Unit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100-240V with USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-year full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - ships in two boxes; assembly instructions and videos provided\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, fully tracked and insured\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_7d93059d-4fe2-4999-ae04-9b5409c94be6.pdf?v=1784835773\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"HTC VR Motion Cancellation Setup Guide\"\u003eHTC VR Motion Cancellation Setup 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_25b26afc-fdb9-40a7-8d6f-81c68857a7a5.pdf?v=1784835776\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"OpenVR Motion Compensation Guide\"\u003eOpenVR Motion Compensation 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\u003eWhat is the difference between the H6 Hero helicopter version and the standard H6 racing version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe H6 Hero helicopter version includes an additional gearbox on each motor, which provides extra smoothness specifically suited to the slow, deliberate motions of helicopter and flight simulation. The standard H6 racing version is optimized for faster, sharper responses. The H6 Hero can also be used for racing and fixed-wing flight simulation without any drawbacks - it's the more versatile and refined of the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to buy a seat separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The H6 Hero platform does not include a seat. Almost any standard bottom-mount car seat or bucket racing seat will work. DOF Reality recommends a bucket racing seat with a 4-6 point harness to prevent sliding during high-G maneuvers. Lighter seats generally improve platform performance. Optional seats are available as add-ons at the time of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs assembly required, and how difficult is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes, assembly is required. The platform ships in two boxes for manageable delivery. The base is pre-assembled by the manufacturer to simplify the process. You will need to assemble the frame, which typically takes a few hours. Detailed instructions and video guides are provided, and DOF Reality's support team is available to assist if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich flight simulator games are compatible with the H6 Hero?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe H6 Hero is compatible with a wide range of popular flight titles including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (MSFS 2024), Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, DCS - Digital Combat Simulator World, X-Plane 10, 11, and 12, IL-2 Sturmovik series, War Thunder (planes), Elite Dangerous, Lockheed Martin Prepar3D, Aerofly FS 2, and many more. A full games list is available on the DOF Reality website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the H6 Hero work with VR headsets?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The H6 Hero is compatible with any VR headset. When using VR with a motion platform, motion cancellation\/compensation software is recommended to prevent the VR tracking from conflicting with the physical platform movement. DOF Reality provides documentation and support for setting this up with popular VR systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I add accessories or upgrade the platform later?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eAbsolutely. The H6 Hero supports over 15 available options and accessories, including monitor mounts, HOTAS mounts, Buttkicker mounts, harnesses, wind packages, transportation wheels, cable extension sets, and more. These can be added at the time of purchase or ordered separately at a later date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the platform work with PlayStation or Xbox?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes, with some limitations. A select number of console games send motion data via UDP over the network, and DOF Reality offers a Console Link add-on for PS\/Xbox compatibility. 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