DOF Reality H2r 2-Axis Hero Motion Platform (Flight)

Two axes of full-platform motion (pitch and roll), built around the extra-smooth SFU gearbox so every bank, climb, and trim correction flows the way a real airframe moves. The Hero "r" tuned for flight.

The DOF Reality H2r is the flight-tuned version of the Hero 2-axis platform. Instead of moving the seat alone, the entire rig (your seat, your stick or yoke, your throttle and your rudder pedals) pitches and rolls as one body. When the sim banks into a turn, your whole cockpit banks with it, and your hands stay exactly where they belong relative to the aircraft. That is the difference between feeling like you're watching a flight and feeling like you're flying one.

What makes the "r" variant matter for flight and helicopter sims is the SFU gearbox. Aircraft motion is mostly slow, deliberate, and continuous: long sustained banks, gentle pitch trims, the subtle wallow of a helicopter in a hover. The SFU gearbox is tuned for exactly that: it delivers those small, precise movements without the notchiness you'd notice at low speed. With 20° of travel on each axis, 0.7G of transverse acceleration to sell a hard bank, and 500W of peak power on tap, the H2r reads your telemetry and translates it into motion your inner ear actually believes.

It sits at the sweet spot of our Hero line for pilots: real full-platform motion and the smooth, flight-specific gearbox, without stepping up to the faster Pro tier (75 vs 50 cm/s), which DOF Reality builds with industrial-grade motors for all-day commercial use.

What’s in the box

• Rigid commercial-grade steel rig (supports both a normal and an F1-style seating pose)
• Mounts for your seat and sliding rails
• Integrated power-drive motors
• 100-240V control unit with USB
• SimRacingStudio software license
• Quick-assembly tools
• Full 1-year warranty

Not included (buy separately): a seat, your yoke or HOTAS stick, throttle and rudder pedals, and a VR headset (optional).

Technical specifications

How it moves

This is a full-platform rig: the seat and all your controls move together, so your hands and feet stay locked to the cockpit exactly as they would in the real thing.

• Pitch: tilts you forward and back so you feel the climb and the descent.
• Roll: tilts side to side so you feel the bank of every turn.

Who it’s for

The H2r is built for the pilot who wants genuine cockpit motion (not just a vibrating seat) in MSFS, DCS, X-Plane, or a helicopter sim, and who values smoothness over raw speed.

• Step down: If your budget is tighter or you mostly want feedback rather than full-cockpit immersion, the M2 seat mover moves the seat alone and is the most affordable way into motion.
• This rig: The H2r gives you full-platform pitch and roll with the smooth SFU gearbox, the right call for most serious flight and heli pilots who want immersion done properly without paying for the faster Pro tier.
• Step up: Want yaw for coordinated turns and tail-rotor work? Add it later: upgrade to the flight-tuned H3r with an upgrade kit, or go all-in on the six-axis H6r for the most complete envelope of motion we offer.

Games, platforms & compatibility

The H2r reads live telemetry from the most demanding flight titles in the hobby, over 27 supported across fixed-wing, combat, and gliders:

• Civil & study-level: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 & 2020, X-Plane 10/11/12, Prepar3D 4.5/5, Aerofly FS 2, and Condor 2 for soaring.
• Combat & military: DCS World, IL-2 Sturmovik, War Thunder (planes), and Star Wars Squadrons.
• Space & sandbox: Elite Dangerous and more.

PC (Windows) is fully supported across every title. On console (PlayStation/Xbox), the H2r works with the select games that send telemetry over the network, and the MagicBox adapter lets those games drive the rig without a Windows PC. VR pilots are covered through OpenVR Motion Compensation (Valve Index, Quest and Quest 2, Reverb G2, Vive, Pimax and more), so the cockpit moves with you while the horizon stays locked. Want us to confirm your exact stick, throttle, pedal, and seat setup will mount cleanly? See our DOF support page and reach out before you order.

Complete your rig

• Flight controls: HOTAS Mounts Kit and Honeycomb A+B adapter to bolt your stick, throttle and yoke straight to the moving cockpit
• Seats & harnesses: DOF Reality seat, Sparco R100/R333/Sprint, 4-point harness
• Immersion: SRS UShake 6 tactile cushion, SRS Hurricane wind package, Buttkicker mount
• Practicality: monitor mount, floor mat with DOF shield, protective covers, transport wheels, cable extensions
• Console: the MagicBox adapter runs motion for PlayStation and Xbox telemetry titles with no Windows PC needed (motion only)

See the full Options, Add-Ons & Upgrades guide, or browse all accessories.

Future-proof: upgrade later

Start at two axes and add yaw later: move to the flight-tuned H3r with an upgrade kit, or step up to the six-axis H6r. Every DOF Reality platform is modular. See how the upgrade paths work on our Options & Upgrades page.

Shipping & delivery

Your rig is built to order and ships insured from our European manufacturing partner, door to door with tracking. Freight to the United States and Canada is included in the price. The current lead time is in the Shipping and Returns tab. It arrives disassembled in two boxes (commercial-grade steel, so it is heavy by design = rigid and durable) and bolts together with the included tools; then you install SimRacingStudio and connect by USB. Depending on your country, the carrier may bill import fees (duties, taxes or brokerage) at delivery. These are not included in the price and are never charged at checkout. Full details on our Shipping & Delivery page.

Warranty, support & financing

Every platform includes a full 1-year manufacturer warranty, with an optional Extended +1 Year. As a US-based DOF Reality retailer, we back every order with free pre-sale consultation and hands-on setup help, and you can split the cost with Shop Pay, Affirm, or Klarna at checkout. Questions before you buy? Talk to us or call (952) 649-5710. See Warranty & Support.

Frequently asked questions

What does the "r" in H2r mean for flight sims?

The "r" denotes the extra-smooth SFU gearbox. It's tuned for the slow, precise, continuous movements that define flight and helicopter flying (sustained banks, gentle pitch trims, the subtle motion of a hover), delivering them without the low-speed notchiness you'd otherwise feel. For a pilot, that smoothness is exactly what sells the illusion.

How is the H2r different from a seat mover like the M2?

The H2r is a full platform: your seat, stick or yoke, throttle, and rudder pedals all pitch and roll together as one unit. A seat mover only moves the seat, so your hands and controls stay fixed while you move underneath them. Full-platform motion keeps your entire cockpit aligned with the aircraft, which is a noticeably more convincing experience, especially for instrument and formation flying.

Can I add yaw later for coordinated turns and helicopter work?

Yes, that's a core advantage of starting on the Hero line. You can upgrade to the three-axis H3r with an upgrade kit to add yaw, or step up to the six-axis H6r for the fullest range of motion. Starting at two axes is a smart way to get flying now and expand when you're ready.

Will the H2r work with my VR headset?

Yes. VR is supported through OpenVR Motion Compensation, which keeps your virtual horizon stable while the platform moves you. Valve Index, Quest and Quest 2, Reverb G2, Vive, Pimax and more are all covered.

Does it support both fixed-wing and helicopter sims?

It does. The two axes (pitch and roll) cover the primary motion cues for fixed-wing flying, and the smooth SFU gearbox is genuinely well suited to the slow, fine control inputs that helicopter flight demands. If you later want yaw for tail-rotor authority, the upgrade path to the H3r or H6r is there.