Shifters & Handbrakes

Sim Racing Shifters and Handbrakes for Every Racing Style 

Shifters and handbrakes are the controls that turn sim racing from a screen-and-wheel setup into something that actually feels like a car. The right choice depends entirely on what you race. GT and touring car drivers need a sequential shifter. Rally and historic racers need an H-pattern gate. Drift and rally drivers need a hydraulic handbrake for rear-wheel control on corner entry. This collection covers all three types from Simagic, Heusinkveld, MOZA, VNM, and Sabelt. All prices include VAT. Orders ship from a European warehouse in 1 to 3 business days.

What Types of Shifters and Handbrakes Are in This Collection?

This collection contains one category: Game Racing Shifters. Within that, there are three types of products - sequential shifters, an H-pattern shifter, and hydraulic handbrakes - plus mounting plates and knob accessories.

Sequential Shifters are for GT, touring, and modern endurance racing. They click up or down only - one direction per gear change. No clutch is needed for most sim setups. Simagic, Heusinkveld, MOZA, and VNM all offer sequential options here across different price points and shift feel preferences.

H-Pattern Shifters use a physical gate layout - each gear sits in a fixed slot, the same as a real road car or classic rally car. There is one H-pattern option in this collection from Simagic, which also includes a sequential mode in the same unit. It suits drivers who race across multiple car types.

Hydraulic Handbrakes are separate from shifters entirely. They lock the rear wheels mid-corner and are used in rally and drift. A handbrake does not replace a shifter - they are different controls for different purposes. Simagic and Heusinkveld both have handbrake options in this collection.

Mounting Plates from Sabelt allow shifters and handbrakes to attach cleanly to Sabelt cockpit frames. Two plate options are available depending on whether you are mounting a shifter only or a shifter and handbrake together.

Shift Knob Accessories from Simagic fit the H-pattern shifter and the Q1/Q1S sequential range. Three knob styles are available.

Which Brands Are Available and Who Are They For?

Simagic has the largest range in this collection - sequential shifters, an H-pattern shifter, hydraulic handbrakes, and knob accessories. Suitable for drivers at every level from first-time shifter buyers to serious sim racers looking for a hydraulic handbrake with adjustable resistance.

Heusinkveld covers the premium end with a magnetic sequential shifter and a handbrake. Heusinkveld products are built for sim racers who want the most precise and durable hardware available, with independent force adjustment and no mechanical wear over time.

MOZA offers two sequential shifter options in this collection - one is the most affordable sequential shifter available here, the other is a CNC-machined aluminium build. Both connect via USB and suit drivers who want a dedicated shifter without a large investment.

VNM has one sequential shifter option in this collection - the Shifter V1 Basic Bundle. A solid mid-range choice for drivers who want a realistic mechanical feel at a competitive price.

Sabelt provides mounting plates only in this collection - not shifters or handbrakes. The plates are for Sabelt cockpit owners who need a clean mounting solution for their shifter or handbrake.

How to Choose the Right Handbrake Shifter for Your Setup

Start with what you race, then match the type to your discipline.

GT, touring, and modern endurance cars use sequential transmissions in real life. A sequential shifter is the correct purchase. MOZA covers the entry-level price point. Simagic offers multiple sequential options at mid-range. Heusinkveld is the premium choice with the most adjustability.

Classic cars, rally cars, and historic racing use H-pattern gearboxes. The Simagic H-pattern shifter is the only option in this collection that replicates this - and it also runs sequential mode, making it versatile if you race across categories.

Rally stages and drift require a hydraulic handbrake, not a shifter. Simagic and Heusinkveld both offer handbrake options. Check individual product pages for current stock before ordering, as availability varies.

If you own a Sabelt cockpit, add a mounting plate from the same collection to keep your rig clean and the position adjustable.

Shifters and Handbrakes at a Glance

Ordering from Apex300

In-stock items dispatch within 1 to 3 business days from the Apex300 European warehouse. Standard EU delivery takes 3 to 7 business days. Returns accepted within 14 days - unused and in original packaging. Refunds processed within 5 to 10 business days. Payment options include Klarna, iDEAL, Bancontact, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Free shipping on selected orders.

Pairing a shifter with a cockpit, pedals, or wheelbase? The Bundle Builder combines compatible products with an automatic 5% discount on the total.

Also see: Simagic Gear | Heusinkveld Gear | How to Build a Complete Sim Racing Setup in 2026

Browse the products below and match the control to how you race.