Gladiator EVO 'Space Combat Edition' Premium
Gladiator EVO 'Space Combat Edition' Premium
The Gladiator EVO Premium is the basis of a modular VKB flight control system.
For a detailed product description and to find out what's new about the EVO compared to the superseded NXT controllers, please click here.
Content
- 1 GNX SCG Premium Grip (Left or Right)
- 1 GNX EVO Base
GNX SCG Premium Grip
- Compact grip design - perfect for tabletop joysticks
- Lockable Twist (Z-axis) with contactless MaRS sensor
- 1 Dual Action Trigger
- 1 Rapid Fire Trigger
- 3 Hat switches with centre push (4-way)
- 3 buttons
- 1 analog mini stick with center push (8-way)
- Programmable red colour LED
- 2 interchangeable palm rests (total 3 palm-size adjustments)
- Programmable RGB LED
- Extra button module for C1 position
- Extra hat switch module for A1 position
- Trigger cover
GNX EVO Base
- 2 Contactless MaRS sensors on X and Y axes
- 1 Auto-centreing 3-position switch
- 1 Throttle wheel
- 1 Rotary encoder
- 3 buttons
- Gimbal with ball bearings
- Adjustable dry clutches for user-tunable load
- 2 Programmable single-colour LEDs
- Tabletop base steel plate
- Operating manual
- Set of soft springs
- Set of strong springs
- Spring extractor tool
- Set of screws
- Screwdriver
- USB cable (180cm/70inch)
- Cable holder tool
General Specifications
- Base & Grip made from industrial grade ABS
- Gimbal made from glass-fiber-reinforced PA
- Tabletop base plate made from steel
- 32-bit ARM Controllers inside base and grip
- ALPS buttons (Japan OEM) for extended longevity
- Contactless MaRS sensors with High Resolution
- Plug & Play with Driver-Free Installation (Recommended for Most Users)
- Firmware Upgrade via USB
- Onboard Memory for Storing Profiles
- Optional Programming Software Available (For Advanced Users)
Warranty
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1 Year
Compatible with
- STECS Throttles (click here)
- GNX Extension modules (click here)
- T-Rudder Mk.V (click here)
- Universal Controller Mount UCM-S GL (click here)
Instructions
Downloads
Please visit the Downloads section for the latest firmware and tools.
EVO Product line
This is my first ever joystick, I chose this one because of all the high reviews it has online. The build quality is impressive and the functionality and buttons are top class. If I had my time again, I would choose this again and again!
As someone who’s been gaming for a long time — I’m an original Elite (1984) player — I came to HOTAS fairly late, and I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. The Gladiator EVO Space Combat Edition Premium completely won me over.
I mainly play Elite Dangerous, often in VR, and this stick has transformed the experience. Flying through asteroid belts genuinely feels like sitting in a cockpit. The precision, resistance, and button layout make ship control feel natural and immersive rather than “gamey”.
The build quality is excellent — solid, smooth, and confidence-inspiring — and the extra inputs on the Premium version are incredibly useful once you start mapping ship systems. Even as someone new to HOTAS, it was intuitive to set up and grow into as my skills improved.
What I love most is how it scratches that old space-flight itch. It bridges the gap between the imagination I had playing Elite in the 80s and what space sims can be today. If you’re flying in VR, or just want to feel more connected to your ship, this is an outstanding choice.
Highly recommended for both newcomers to HOTAS and long-time space sim pilots alike.
Really sturdy and feels great in my hand
Wish the base was a little larger, can rock slightly but not much. Plenty of buttons to map, j
Love the feel of it along with the omni throttle. Definitely enjoy them as my main movement for starCitizen
Awesome, love this too, heaps better than flying by mouse and keyboard that’s for sure.
Thank you for leaving a review for the Gladiator EVO 'Space Combat Edition' Premium. We are thrilled to hear that you love it and find it better than flying with a mouse and keyboard. Happy flying! :)