R1-FALCON Rudder Pedals

As with other VIRPIL products I’ve bought, these pedals are really well manufactured and sturdy. Also, despite being on back order I received them within a few days. The damper is a must have option though as it does transform the feel. Highly recommended!

I am nothing but impressed with these Falcon R1 pedals. I am an ex-military and civilian aircraft engineer, and these would not be out of place on any aircraft I've worked on. The quality is suberb. I didn't even need to follow instructions to put them together, as it was almost completely done. The damper kit is great for flying rotary wing! Can't fault the software, extremely comprehensive and intuative. I wondered what was different about them when I first started using them, then it dawned on me- I wasn't struggling anymore to maintain smooth, consistent yaw input. Magic.

I just installed my new pedals less than a week ago, and I must say this was the best choice I could have made. My old rudder pedals were giving me a problem, so I researched and decided that these pedals, hopefully, would fit the bill for what I was looking for. Turns out that these pedals, with the damper that I also purchased, turned out to be the best investment I could have made.
They are extremely smooth, and I like the fact that they came with different damper pieces which offer a good choice for how you'd might like to set your damper, if any.
I'm also impressed with their customer service which, to me, has been extremely outstanding. I highly recommend them.

Had a pair of old pro pedals that were getting gritty, these are night and day difference. Solid build supper smooth motion

Absolutely worth the weight. These pedals are butter smooth. Highly recommend!!!

great product

These things, you forget how good Virpil is until you are really getting into something and the all metal construction really holds up. Sensitivity is great, the adjustable tension is awesome, good return to neutral without a lot of complaint. Easy to do soft touches or slam the pedal down to whip the rudder hard. Feels great.

This is a solid product and build to a professional standard. Easy to adjust the slope (heavy space detent). Take a partial disassembly for putting on the slanted pedals. Removed one of the toe break springs. Found that two spring was really difficult to press. Much better now on single spring. Hope this helps

I am happy that I managed to buy such a premium product for such a reasonable price (during a sale). They work great. I had a problem with one pedal being off by a few millimeters, I dealt with support, we couldn't solve it but pracovníci boli very willing and cooperative. It doesn't affect functionality and many people probably wouldn't even notice it.

From an ATP holding US based airline Capt with prior military experience.

Overall : perfection.

The one bad: If the metal was just a tad more sturdy, they would work in real airplanes. When resting with leg pressure on the pedals, the structure does give a bit, but doesnt deform permanently.

Everything else is amazing. These feel as if they were taken right out of a real, large aircraft. I have nothing bad to say about them. They are built tough, the input response is amazingly accurate, smooth, and sturdy. A quick release spring makes them helo compatible and can be done with a finger flick. I highly recommend the damper upgrade as well. I dont think I will ever replace them. It will probably take me 20 years to wear them out, and ill probably buy them again.

The VIRPIL R1-FALCON Rudder Pedals feel really solid and well-built, with a sturdy all-metal design that gives a premium vibe. One of the best things about them is how adjustable they are, you can tweak the angle, spacing, and resistance to fit your setup just the way you like it. Overall, they’re reliable, customizable, and great for making your flight sim experience feel more natural.

If you’re wondering what you need to take your immersion to the next level, look no further. The R1 Falcon isn’t just a peripheral you plug into your PC. It’s an extension of your senses. Easy to set up, easy to adjust – everything is straightforward, yet so well thought out. The all-metal frame lets you adjust it however you like, so it almost becomes a part of you.
If you’re wondering why choose this one, the answer is simple. It’s not just a product you plonk in your living room. There’s a whole team behind it, waiting for just one thing: a question from you, which they’ll answer as quickly as possible so you can get back to having fun. And finally, it’s important to highlight the extensive database available on the forum, which allows you to find all sorts of answers yourself.

I love my new falcon rudder pedals, very smooth feelings on the rudder and brakes, I can taxi like a pro now :) tested on MSFS 2024 with great sensations. I highly recommend this product!

Just superb. Fantastic build, will last forever and the feel of the pedals is second to none. They're quite expensive but there's a reason for that. If you want the best this is it.

I used plastic thrustmaster pedals for years. I'm angry I didn't have the R-1 pedals sooner. Very smooth, very precise. A massive improvement to my virtual flight and a lot of fun to use. Well worth it.

I have been using these pedals for about two weeks now. I am quite happy with them. Build quality is outstanding. Support on the forums was prompt and exactly what I needed.

I purchased the pedals with the damper kit, and have set the damper to minimum resistance. I left springs and cam on the pedals at the factory settings. It's pretty cool how the cam is not symmetrical to accommodate the swing of the centering bearing. That shows that a lot of thought went into the engineering of this product. I have also ordered the R-1 Legend footplates so I can play with both and see which I prefer to use. I am looking forward to them arriving.

I recovered from a flat spin in two separate instances in one mission in the F-104C the other day with my new R-1 Falcon pedals. I was never able to do that with my previous pedals (Logitech G920 driving pedals with the Leo Bodnar adapter cable).

Throttle to idle.
Flaps to landing position.
Gear remained up.
Air brakes remained retracted.
Landing parachute unused.

Gently working the stick and rudder in concert to counteract spin and reducing inputs as spin gradually reduced in severity while plummeting through thickening atmosphere. Once I achieved a nose down position, I retracted the flaps and brought throttle up to mil power and resumed hunting for MiG-19 and 21's.

What I did to keep the pedals planted in my carpet was to get four 1" 1/4-20 screws, flat washers and nylock nuts. I used the four outermost holes with the rubber feet. (See attached photos). This works great. You guys may want to include additional hardware like this for folks who have their cockpit set up on carpet. I'd recommend a countersunk style screw or bolt to center it in the holes, or an appropriately sized screw/bolt since all the other hardware is metric.

I appreciate the full adjustability of these pedals. As noted in a previous review, I also noticed a slight more toe out on the right pedal. I corrected this by a small shift in the pedal toe angle after loosening then retighten the appropriate screws/bolts. The dampener install can be a bit tricky. Temporarily disconnect the main spring then install the dampener clamp so that the clamp screw head is accessible. This allows the clamp to be accurately positioned while checking for full travel. The wait for these pedals was long but worth it.

Amazing quality - I installed the damper which I purchased separately and removed the spring (flying helos), so much better than what I was using before. Delivery did take some time (3 months) so there is potentially a somewhat lengthy lead time following purchase but it was worth the wait.

Able to use *very* precise inputs now and no longer fighting with standard return to centre rudder pedals.

Coming from thrustmaster pedals, it really shows how much I was fighting for my life until I got these. The hardware is fantastic and I highly recommend the dampers. Unfortunately the timing of when you may receive yours will be its greatest downside.

The best flight simulator hardware you can get by far. The quality is outstanding, and programming the hardware via the VPC software is intuitive once you get the hang of it. I mainly use the pedals for DCS World, and it's incredibly fun to fly with them. I especially appreciate the ability to disconnect the spring and adjust the separately available damper, which I wouldn't want to be without for flying helicopters. Virpil is more than just a name; it represents an indescribable flying experience.

By far the best flight simulator hardware you can get. The quality is outstanding, and programming the hardware via the VPC software is intuitive once you get the hang of it. I mainly use the pedals for DCS World, and it's incredibly fun to fly with them. I especially appreciate the ability to disconnect the spring and adjust the separately available damper, which I wouldn't want to be without for flying helicopters. Virpil is more than just a name; it represents an indescribable flying experience.

I’ve been using a set of Logitech pedals for years and finally decided the time was right for an upgrade - and what an upgrade! The experience even without the damper (noted a lot of people saying you need it) it is a transformative experience. Everything is smoother and more controllable; no more swinging from side to side when taxiing in the AH-64, rock solid heading control. Just an amazing experience. Definitely recommend these.

I had a 8 year old set of Logitech Pedals, and after waiting 5 months for Virpil Pedals it was well worth the wait. They make ZERO sound, and smooth at silk. Assembly and Installation was very easy. I modified my own Pedal stop on the floor to prevent them from sliding around as they don't stick well to a carpet. I also made a padded foot rest with a cutout that goes around the base of the Falcon Pedals so it does not slide. These are one of my best investments for my Sim. Could not be happier. I also have the damper, and that is a MUST for these as the spring throws them to the center too fast. Just a better experience.

Exceptional rudder pedals with a heavy duty build and a realistic feel. As a retired CFII, creating an flight sim experience which is authentic in both feel and performance is important to me. The action is smooth, precise and the feel is further improved with the optional dampener. These rudder pedals exemplify the quality and build of all VIRPIL products.

I use these rudder pedals on my DOF P6 motion chair. They work great!

It's the perfect final boss!

I purchased a set of these back in June 2025. I had to wait until OCT to receive them. It was worth the wait!
The build quality is amazing and the precise input they provide is amazing.
I primarily use them for MSFS 2024 and also use them for other Space sims like Star Citizen.
I would not hesitate on the purchase!

The material quality is excellent. It is sturdy and will last for many years. Thank you, Virpil.

The pedals took a while from ordering to delivery, but the wait was well worth it. The build quality is excellent and the addition of the optional damper kit makes the overall action smooth and realistic (I have flown a real Cessna).