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realism. precision. performance.

A professional-grade simulator designed for driver development, education, and high-level e-sports, wherever performance matters.

CREATED TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS WITH THE ULTIMATE DEVELOPMENT TOOL.

The Blade is a complete driver training solution, developed by Base Performance Simulators for those who demand realism, precision, and performance. 

Compact and easy to install, it’s trusted by professional drivers, universities, and motorsport researchers as a credible alternative to expensive track testing. From refining racecraft to preparing for competition, the Blade delivers precise, immersive feedback using state-of-the-art components and proven BPS engineering.

designed by drivers, for drivers.

From race-day preperation to esports podiums, Blade bridges the gap between simulation and real world racing.

With configurable options to allow you to adjust your simulator to your racing style, the Blade is one of the most regarded driver development tools on the market.

 

Pro Training,
E-Sports & education

Designed for professional driver training, motorsport education, and high-level e-sports, the Blade delivers a complete development solution wherever performance matters. 

Whether your developing your performance for real-world racing, refining your skills for esports or undertaking reasearch and development in education, the Blade is a tool that equips you for results, and with every simulator designed to support remote coaching our team can provide direct access to performance feedback and training insights from anywhere you maybe in the world. 

Bringing Professional-Grade Training Into the Home, With Full Access to the Expertise and Network Behind Bps.

Every Blade customer benefits from the wider BPS ecosystem, with access to our trusted performance partners across physical training, nutrition, coaching and education.

Remote telemetry support also allows professional driver coaches to monitor progress and deliver data-driven feedback.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION.

Body work Bespoke powder coated steel frame in your choice of colour
SEAT: BPS design black GRP seat with customisable Blade head rest
PEDAL BOX: BPS designed. electronically adjustable, two-pedal box with 200mm of travel, electric actuator and all mechanics hidden by sleek designed footplate.
STEERING MOTOR: Simucube sport steering motor providing 15Nm of torque response & accurate feedback.
STEERING WHEEL: The BPS FW1 steering wheel with magnetic paddle shifters and 11 dynamic telemetry LEDs. Boasting 14 RGB illuminated tactile buttons, two rear momentary buttons, five customizable rotary switches, two 7-way “funky switches” the FW1 is crafted for sim racing enthusiasts and professionals alike.
DDU: The BPS 5″ Touch DDU, a top-of-the-line display unit designed for serious racers. Crafted from premium materials, this device combines durability and aesthetics with its sleek billet aluminium frame, anodised in a sophisticated black finish.
VISION: Samsung 49” curved ulltra-wide gaming monitor
SOUND: 2 x Cambridge Audio speaker system
COMPUTER HARDWARE: Intel® Core i5 14600K (6x P-cores / 8x E-cores 3.50GHz -> 5.30GHz / 14C/20T / 24MB Cache) NVIDIA® GeForce™ RTX 5070 Ti - 16GB GDDR7 - (8960 GPU Cores)
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY: Supplied with Assetto Corsa *users are able to run on other platforms, inc IRacing

CUSTOMISATION

SOFTWARE: Updated BPS track and car models
VISION: Triple screen gaming monitors with stand or mounted 57" curved ultra wide gaming monitor
Computer Hardware: Upgrade your computer hardware / GPU with either our ultimate or premium options
STEERING MOTOR: Upgrade to the Simucube Pro steering motor
3 DOF MOVEMENT: D-Box Gen3 4250i four point actuator kit
PERFORMANCE MONITORING: VBOX Sim Pack with capture card
BPS 3 PEDAL, PEDAL BOX: BPS designed. electronically adjustable, three-pedal box with 200mm of travel, electric actuator and all mechanics hidden by sleek designed footplat
BDH H1SQ SHIFTER: H-Pattern and Sequential Shifting Perfected. Master both classic and modern racing with authentic mechanical feedback
CUSTOM LIVERY: The BPS design team offers a fully bespoke painted livery service. Whether inspired by a race car, personal design or corporate branding, our team will work closely with you to develop your unique finish

colour finish and bespoke LIVERY

The Blade is supplied as standard in a sleek black powder-coated finish, selected to complement its sculpted design and premium appearance. Customers may also choose a single custom powder coat colour at no additional charge, allowing the Blade to reflect your personal style or brand aesthetic.

For those looking to add a greater level of personalisation, the BPS design team offers a fully bespoke painted livery service. Whether inspired by a race car, personal design or corporate branding, our team will work closely with you to develop your unique finish. Using supplied logos, colours and visual direction, our team can create a custom livery that transforms your Blade into a truly one-of-a-kind simulator.

FINANCE AVAILABLE

Our partners at Classic & Sports Finance can help get you started using Asset Hire Purchase or provide Leasing options. Please contact us for more information regarding financing your Phoenix Simulator.

Supporting the Next Generation of Drivers

For karters making the leap into cars, the Blade offers a cost-effective, at-home training platform built on the same engineering and motorsport knowledge trusted by champions at our world-class facility. 

Designed for driver development, not just gaming, Blade uses race-proven components to deliver accurate feedback and realistic simulation, helping young drivers build the skills and consistency needed for the next level.

Whether used between test days, in the off-season, or as a consistent part of a young driver’s development programme, the Blade is a smart, proven investment in performance.

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A Serious Investment in Your Young Driver's Future — 

Blade vs Track Testing | Value Comparison

HOME USE REAL WORLD
BLADE SIMULATOR TRACK TESTING
Initial Investment £8,000–£20,000 (one-time) £2,500–£5,000+ per test day
Ongoing Cost Minimal (electricity, optional software updates) Transport, tyres, fuel, team support, wear & tear
Seat Time Unlimited – train daily, all year round Limited to booked test days & good weather
Driver Feedback & Data High-quality telemetry, remote coaching available On-site engineers/coaches required
Environment Control Consistent conditions ideal for repeatable skill building Variables (weather, track conditions, traffic)
Skill Development Focus Race craft, muscle memory, consistency, concentration Racecraft, physical handling, on-track pressure
Support Access BPS partner network: physical training, nutrition; Varies depending on team budget and structure
Progress Monitoring Real-time data review, session exports, remote Post-session data (if available), coach dependent
Long-Term Value High – reconfigurable, scalable, cost-effective Moderate – dependent on frequency and cost

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