Experience the most realistic virtual aviation possible with the DOF Reality HERO H3, a professional-grade 3-axis flight motion simulator platform designed for flight, helicopter, and racing simulations. Built for enthusiasts and professionals who demand lifelike motion and dependable performance, the HERO H3 is a powerful solution for both home and commercial simulation environments.
With three degrees of freedom—pitch, roll, and yaw—the HERO H3 delivers a seamless replication of real-world aircraft behavior. It simulates climbs, descents, coordinated and uncoordinated turns, and nuanced side-to-side and front-to-back shifts. Gearbox-enhanced motors provide ultra-smooth, accurate slow-motion control, ideal for takeoffs, landings, hovering, and in-air maneuvering.
As a full-rig motion system, the HERO H3 moves your seat, monitor, yoke, joystick, and pedals together—mimicking the motion of a real aircraft cabin. Integrated with Sim Racing Studio (SRS), it converts live in-game telemetry into precise motion feedback to simulate turbulence, runway texture, engine vibration, impacts, and more.
Whether you’re training, exploring virtual airspace, or building muscle memory for real-world flying, the HERO H3 delivers industry-leading realism backed by trusted engineering and 24/7 global support.
Why it stands out
True 3 DOF flight-grade motion
Pitch, roll, and yaw work together to recreate realistic flight dynamics—banking, climbing, descending, and directional transitions feel natural and progressive.
Gearbox-enhanced smooth control
Smooth gearbox motors deliver controlled, slow-speed motion that’s especially important for fixed-wing and helicopter simulation, including takeoffs, landings, and hover-style inputs.
Full-rig immersion
The HERO H3 moves your seat, monitor, yoke/joystick, and pedals together, preserving spatial reference and making motion cues feel more authentic than partial-mover solutions.
Telemetry-driven realism with SRS
Sim Racing Studio reads real-time telemetry and converts it into motion effects for turbulence, runway texture, engine rumble, and impacts in supported titles.
Versatile platform across sim genres
Built for flight and helicopter while remaining fully capable for racing—run multiple sim styles without hardware changes and keep one platform as your long-term core rig.
Specifications
Key specifications – DOF Reality HERO H3 Flight Motion Simulator Platform
| Degrees of freedom (axes) | 3 DOF (Pitch + Roll + Yaw / Rear Traction) |
|---|---|
| Full platform motion | Yes – moves the entire rig (seat, controls, pedals, monitor) |
| Range of motion | 20° |
| Speed | 50 cm/s (86°/s) |
| Torque | 25 N·m |
| Acceleration | 0.7G T / 0.5G L |
| Power consumption | 750 Watt (peak) |
| Box weight (size) |
1) 28 kg (90 × 33 × 20 cm) 2) 29.97 kg (60 × 40 × 30 cm) |
| Floor footprint | 3 × 5 ft, 2 ft H (100 × 150 cm, 60 cm H) |
| Material type | Commercial grade metal profiles |
| Supported pilot weight | Up to 440 lbs / 200 kg |
| Warranty | Full 1 year |
| Upgradable | Compatible with H6 upgrade |
What’s Included
DOF Reality HERO H3 – in the box
M2 DOF Reality® ready to play includes:
- Rigid metal rig for normal & F1 pose
- Mounts for seat or sliding rails
- Integrated power drive motors
- 100–240 control unit with USB
- SimRacingStudio license
- Quick assembly tools
- 1 year full warranty
Seats, controls, and accessories shown in lifestyle images may be sold separately. See the Available Options tab for compatible add-ons and upgrades.
Available Options
Customize your DOF Reality HERO H3 with compatible options designed to enhance portability, comfort, safety, and immersion.
Extended Product Warranty (+1 Year)
Get extra peace of mind with our 1-year Extended Warranty. It adds coverage beyond the standard warranty, helping protect your DOF Reality product from unexpected repair or replacement costs.
Why choose it:
- Extra coverage: Extends your warranty after the original one ends.
- Unexpected protection: Covers sudden issues and malfunctions.
- Easy & convenient: Quick support without searching for repair services.
- Peace of mind: No worries about surprise expenses.
- Boost resale value: An active warranty can increase resale appeal.
Note: This warranty applies only to DOF Reality products and options. It does not cover third-party items like SRS, Sparco PFT, etc.
MagicBox for PS/XBOX motion
The MagicBox eliminates the need for a Windows PC by hosting SimRacingStudio directly—allowing your DOF Reality motion platform to receive motion data straight from PS or Xbox consoles. Simply connect the MagicBox and enjoy motion support in your favorite console racing or flight games.
- Works exclusively for motion control (not for peripherals like wheels or pedals).
- Ideal for console-only users without a PC.
- Control SRS from your smartphone or tablet.
Sparco R100 Seat
Modern update of Sparco’s popular steel-frame foldable seat, designed for comfort and long sessions. Includes sliders and all necessary mounting hardware.
Sparco R333 Seat
Supportive bolsters and ergonomic padding for a secure fit, with dual side levers for easy adjustments. Includes harness slots for 5- or 6-point belts, sliders, and mounting hardware.
Sparco Sprint Seat
FIA-approved competition bucket seat with tubular steel frame and suspension-style bottom cushion for excellent support. Compatible with 5- or 6-point harnesses. Sized medium (up to a 34” waist). Includes side brackets, sliders, and hardware.
4-point Harness (Red)
Durable 2-inch polyester webbing harness with high-strength adjusters, aluminum buckle, and snap-hook fastenings for secure installation. Adds realism and helps keep you planted during aggressive motion profiles.
Metal Cyber Cover
Protective enclosure designed to shield lower moving components. Precision laser-cut, powder-coated steel shell improves safety and helps guard against dust and spills—great for homes with kids or pets.
Protection Cover
Flexible protection cover that shields moving parts during operation. Compatible with H2, H3, P2, and P3 models.
Monitor Mount
VESA-compatible (100 × 100 mm) mount for a single monitor up to 33 lbs (15 kg), providing a stable integrated display solution.
Please ensure your platform is equipped with SFU gearboxes and the latest wide wheel support vertical bars before ordering.
eBreak Stop Button
Emergency stop button designed to instantly halt all platform motion—an important safety upgrade for commercial spaces, shared rigs, and training setups.
Keyboard Holder
Adjustable holder that mounts onto the motion components, keeping your keyboard within easy reach during sessions. Compatible with most keyboards; the Logitech K400 Plus is a popular choice.
SRS UShake 6
Ultra-realistic haptic feedback through 6 built-in transducers to simulate vibration and texture cues. Pre-wired and plug-and-play ready, includes a 6-channel amp, sound card, and SRS App license.
SRS Hurricane Wind Package
High-output wind system delivering up to 30% greater wind speed compared to the standard “Double-the-fan” kit, with real-time fan RPM changes matched to vehicle speed (MPH/KPH increments). Fully pre-assembled with hardware and software for immediate plug-and-play operation.
HOTAS Mounts Kit
Mounting kit designed for HOTAS flight control systems, including both throttle and joystick mounts. Joystick can be positioned centrally or on the side. Compatible with all platform models except the M series.
Pedals Quick Release
Ideal for users switching between flight and racing pedals. Enables fast swaps and improves adjustability by allowing fore/aft pedal positioning.
HoneyComb A+B Adapter
Adapter designed to securely mount the HoneyComb Alpha Yoke and Bravo Throttle onto the standard wheel plate for a stable, precise fit.
ProFlightTrainer Helicopter PUMA X
8-axis USB helicopter control device designed for advanced immersion and precise, realistic inputs. Durable aluminum/steel frame, adjustable friction controls, foldable cyclic grips, and switch-equipped collective box. Plug-and-play USB across Windows, Apple, and Linux.
Buttkicker Mount
Custom-designed mount for securely attaching a Buttkicker haptic transducer to your simulator platform for maximum vibration feedback and immersion.
Mat with DOF Reality Shield for 2–3DOF Platforms
High-performance mat set including six rubber tiles (19.5" × 19.5" × 0.5" / 50 × 50 cm / 13 mm) to reduce motion noise and protect flooring. Improves vibration isolation and soundproofing with an anti-slip finish.
Transportation Wheels
Optional upgrade that adds two heavy-duty wheels to the front of the platform. A single person can lift the rear of the rig and roll it for easier positioning, relocation, loading, and unloading—ideal for users who move their simulator frequently.
Cables Extension Set for 2–3DOF Platforms
Cable set connecting the control box to the motors. Standard cables measure 1.2 meters (4 feet). Use extensions only if you need to position the control box farther away from the platform for specific layout or cable-management reasons.
FAQ
The DOF Reality HERO H3 is a 3 DOF (pitch, roll, yaw) full-rig motion simulator platform designed for flight, helicopter, and racing simulations. It moves your rig as a single unit for lifelike motion cues and deeper immersion.
In addition to pitch and roll, yaw introduces more convincing directional and traction-style cues. For aviation, it helps replicate realistic turn coordination and subtle heading transitions. For racing, it can enhance rear traction / rotation cues, improving the sense of vehicle attitude and movement.
The HERO H3 is a full-rig platform, meaning your seat, monitor, yoke/joystick, and pedals move together. This preserves spatial reference and makes motion feel more realistic than partial-motion systems.
Sim Racing Studio reads real-time telemetry from supported simulations and converts it into motion effects for the platform. Depending on the title, you can feel cues like turbulence, runway texture, engine vibration, impacts, road texture, bumps, and more.
The platform is rated for up to 440 lbs (200 kg). Always follow manufacturer guidelines for safe mounting, setup, and operation.
Motion is typically PC-based via SRS. For supported console titles, the optional MagicBox may enable motion without a Windows gaming PC. MagicBox is for motion control only; peripherals still connect to your console as usual.
Yes. The HERO H3 is listed as compatible with an H6 upgrade, providing a future path if you want more degrees of freedom later.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping overview
The DOF Reality HERO H3 ships in multiple boxes via a tracked carrier or freight service depending on destination and configuration. Shipping rates, delivery options, and estimated lead times are shown at checkout.
Delivery considerations
- Packages can be heavy; a two-person lift is recommended.
- Confirm access pathways and space for final placement and assembly.
- Freight deliveries may be curbside by default in some regions.
Returns & support
Motion platforms are specialized equipment. Return eligibility and conditions may vary based on timing, condition, and configuration. If you have questions about compatibility, space planning, or accessories, contact support before ordering.
Need help? Contact Support@AlphaCaveHQ.com.
Product Manuals
Manuals & setup guides
Manuals and documentation for the DOF Reality HERO H3 will be added here, including assembly, calibration, safety guidance, and recommended maintenance.
- HERO H3 assembly & user guide
- Sim Racing Studio (SRS) setup / tuning guide
- Accessory install guides (mounts, covers, safety options)
If you need documentation before manuals are posted, contact Support@AlphaCaveHQ.com.