| 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) |
This is where the T248 shines for simulation games versus pure racing games. thrustmaster t248 bus simulator 21
The T248 works perfectly with Bus Simulator 21 on PC (and PS4/PS5). Force feedback works, all buttons are mappable, and the 900° rotation matches real bus steering. However, the wheel is clearly designed for racing games. For pure bus driving, a cheaper wheel (like the TMX or T150) or even a good gamepad might be a better value. The Thrustmaster T248 retails between $350 and $400 USD
The Thrustmaster T248 retails between $350 and $400 USD. For a racing sim fan, that is an entry-level price. For a bus sim fan, that feels expensive. that feels expensive. However
However, consider this: You cannot play Bus Simulator 21 properly with a controller. The triggers are too short, and the thumbsticks lack precision.
The Verdict: If you own Bus Simulator 21 and play it weekly, the T248 is the best value wheel on the market. It beats the Logitech G923 because of the magnetic pedals (better for throttle feathering) and beats the Fanatec CSL DD because it is significantly cheaper and more durable for heavy-handed driving.
