Sim Racing
Load-cell pedals
A brake pedal that reads how hard you press (force) instead of how far, for repeatable braking.
Brake pedals that measure how hard you press (force) rather than how far you press (travel), using a load-cell sensor in the brake. Because braking in a real car is largely a matter of pressure, modulating by feel this way tends to make stopping more repeatable lap after lap, which is why load-cell brakes are widely recommended as the first pedal upgrade.
Spec range
load cells are commonly rated up to around 100–200 kg of force, and most are adjustable so you can set how firm the brake feels.
What it means when you're buying
a load-cell brake usually delivers a bigger consistency gain than a fancier rim, so it's often the better place to spend after the wheelbase — just confirm it's compatible with, or replaces, your existing pedal set.