Side-Mount vs Base-Mount: Fanatec DD on TR-One
By Racing Simulators - World's Best Sim Rigs | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Comparisons
Compare the TR-One adjustable side-mount bracket and the TR-One V3 base-mount kit for Fanatec direct drive wheelbases. See which fits your cockpit and upgrade plans.
Quick answer
Choose the TR-One Adjustable Side-Mount Bracket if your cockpit already has a side-mount pattern and you want a low-cost, direct fit for a Fanatec direct drive wheelbase. Choose the TR-One V3 Wheel Mount Kit if you need a complete base-mount solution that also works with TR One mounting plates and supports a future wheelbase change.
What each mount actually solves
The side-mount bracket is a focused part: it adapts a Fanatec direct drive wheelbase to a cockpit that accepts side-mounted plates. It does not replace a base plate or add a full mounting platform, so it only makes sense if your rig already has the matching side-mount interface.
The V3 wheel mount kit is a broader system. It combines a base kit with a native Fanatec direct drive mount and is designed to work with TR One mounting plates. That makes it the better choice when you are building a mounting point from scratch or want one kit that can serve more than one wheelbase configuration.
Where the trade-off shows up
The side-mount bracket costs less and keeps the installation simple, but it locks you into a side-mount layout. If you later change cockpits or move to a wheelbase that does not use the same side pattern, you may need to start over.
The V3 kit costs more and involves more parts, but it gives you a base-mount foundation and broader compatibility with TR One plates. That flexibility matters most if you expect to change wheelbases or share the rig with different drivers.
Compatibility details that decide the choice
The side-mount bracket lists support for Fanatec Podium DD1, DD2, GT DD Pro, CSL DD, ClubSport DD, and ClubSport DD+. If your wheelbase is on that list and your cockpit has a side-mount interface, the bracket is a direct answer.
The V3 kit is described as a 2-way base kit with a native Fanatec direct drive mount and compatibility with TR One mounting plates. The catalog does not list every individual wheelbase model for this kit, so check your specific wheelbase and plate pattern before ordering if you are outside the common Fanatec direct drive range.
Trade-offs to weigh before you buy
- Cost vs. future flexibility: The side-mount bracket is the lower-cost entry point, but it ties you to a side-mount cockpit interface. The V3 kit costs more and adds parts, but its base-mount design and TR One plate compatibility give you more room to change wheelbases later. Decide how likely you are to change wheelbases or cockpits before choosing the cheaper bracket.
- Installation scope: The side-mount bracket is a single adaptive part, so installation is limited to attaching it to an existing side-mount interface. The V3 kit is a broader mounting system that may require more planning and assembly to integrate with your rig. If you want the shortest install and already have a side-mount pattern, the bracket wins on simplicity.
- Wheelbase coverage: The side-mount bracket explicitly lists Fanatec Podium DD1, DD2, GT DD Pro, CSL DD, ClubSport DD, and ClubSport DD+. The V3 kit is described for Fanatec direct drive wheelbases and TR One plates, but the catalog does not enumerate every model, so verify your exact wheelbase before ordering. Check your wheelbase model against the supplied compatibility list; if it is not listed for the V3 kit, confirm fit before purchase.
Product facts at a glance
- TR-One Adjustable Side-Mount Bracket for Fanatec Direct Drive Wheelbases: Adjustable diecast aluminium side-mount bracket for Fanatec direct drive wheelbases, including Podium DD1, DD2, GT DD Pro, CSL DD, ClubSport DD, and ClubSport DD+. If your cockpit already accepts a side-mount plate and your wheelbase is on that list, this bracket gives you a direct, lower-cost path to mounting.
TR-One Adjustable Side-Mount Bracket for Fanatec Direct Drive Wheelbases - TR-One V3 Wheel Mount Kit for Fanatec Direct Drive Wheelbases and TR One Mounting Plates: TR One V3 2-way base kit with a native Fanatec direct drive mount and compatibility with TR One mounting plates. This kit builds a base-mount foundation and is the more flexible choice if you plan to change wheelbases or use TR One plates.
TR-One V3 Wheel Mount Kit for Fanatec Direct Drive Wheelbases and TR One Mounting Plates
Which mount fits your setup
Best for
- Drivers with a cockpit that already has a Fanatec side-mount interface and a listed wheelbase such as the CSL DD or Podium DD2.
- Buyers who want the lowest-cost direct fit and do not plan to change wheelbases soon.
Not for
- Drivers who need a base-mount foundation or want to use TR One mounting plates.
- Rig builders who expect to swap wheelbases or cockpits and need broader mounting flexibility.
