To give simmers complete control, the TWCS Throttle includes 14 buttons and one 8-way-PoV hat switch that are added to those of the joystick. In total, this provides gamers with 9 axes, 30 buttons and two 8-way PoVs ; plus 3 extra axes via the optional TFRP rudder. The TWCS Throttle features 5 axes and a rear RJ12 connector offering 3 additional axes via the external optional TFRP rudder from Thrustmasters flight product ecosystem. S. M. A. R. T (Sliding Motion Advanced Rail Tracks) technology- A unique system of slide rails for perfectly smooth throttle sliding motion ; precise and comfortable, with 3.2 inch/80 mm range of travel for precise manoeuvres. The tightening screw allows users to adjust the TWCS Throttles friction level to suit their own personal taste. These products are part of a range of flight simulation peripherals that can be used in conjunction with one another: a complete ecosystem featuring the FCS flight stick, TWCS Throttle, TFRP rudder pedals and MFD(Multi-Functional Display) cockpit panels. These elements are also compatible with the T. A. R. G. E. T advanced programming software. T. A. R. G. E. T advanced programming software on PC, program up to 256 buttons in the flying ecosystem. Combine with other Thrustmaster devices (so that they are recognised as a single USB device), and load or create specific mapping profiles for each game. 14 action buttons + 8-way PoV hat: two 4-way hat switches + 3 buttons + one 2-position slider + 1 push mini-stick + one 8-way Point of View hat switch. (not included).