Why Do Rowsfire A110, A220 and A221 Cockpit Stands Cost What They Do?
Quick answer: The Rowsfire A110 center pedestal ($299.99), A220 glareshield and main instrument panel frame ($359.99) and A221 joystick and handwheel stand ($239.99) are 1:1 scale A320 stands made from MDF. The price comes from three things: the weight of high-density MDF, international sea freight, and duties and taxes that are already included. They suit simmers who want a ready-made cockpit layout without measuring, cutting or designing it themselves. If you enjoy building from scratch, DIY may cost less.
Black Friday: November 14 – December 2 (Pacific Time). Save up to 18% off.
This is our biggest discount of the year, so it is the best time to order an A110, A220 or A221. Buy three items for 17% off or four items for 18% off. Every order is backed by 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty.
Why do some people say these stands aren’t worth the price?
A recent comment on one of our products put it bluntly: “$300 for this? Nope.” We understand the reaction. These stands are MDF boards in a matte black finish. They have no switches and no lights, so they don’t look as impressive as a panel full of buttons.
So here is a plain explanation of what they are, what the price includes, and who they are really for.
Why did Rowsfire build A320 cockpit stands?
Rowsfire started in 2018 around one goal: building an A320 home cockpit. Many simmers buy panels, a throttle and a side stick, then run into the same problem. Everything sits on the desk, the cables are messy, and the positions don’t feel like a real cockpit.
There are two ways to fix that. You can design and cut the structure yourself, or you can buy a stand built to a real layout. The A110, A220 and A221 are for the second route. They are made for dedicated enthusiasts who want to get rid of desk clutter and have a fixed cockpit position without starting from raw wood.
What is the difference between the A110, A220 and A221?
Each stand holds a different part of the A320 cockpit. The A110 holds the throttle and center panels, the A220 holds the glareshield and main instrument panel, and the A221 holds your joystick and tiller.
| A110 | A220C / A220L | A221 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Center pedestal for throttle and center panels | Glareshield and main instrument panel (MIP) frame | Side stick and handwheel stand |
| Price | $299.99 | $359.99 | $239.99 |
| Size | 54 × 52.5 × 45 cm | C: 112 × 48 × 92 cm L: 168 × 48 × 92 cm |
48.5 × 45.6 × 54 cm |
| Weight | About 14.5 kg | C: about 15 kg L: about 20 kg |
About 8 kg |
| Material | 12 mm MDF, 720 kg/m³ | MDF, matte black | Double-sided painted MDF, black |
| Fits | Rowsfire A109, A111, A112, A113, plus most 1:1 pedestal panels and common throttles | Rowsfire A117, A118, A119, plus mainstream FCU and EFIS units | 2 mounting holes for joystick and handwheel systems from major brands |
| Colors | Black or blue | Black | Black or blue |
| In the box | Frame and hardware | Frame, manual, screw kit | Stand and hardware |
| Not included | Panels, throttle | Panels, FCU, EFIS, monitors, pedals, seat, PC | Joystick, handwheel |
“A220” is simply Rowsfire’s item code for the frame. It has nothing to do with the Airbus A220 aircraft and is built for the A320 family. The A220C is the captain side only, with one built-in keyboard drawer. The A220L covers captain and first officer, with two drawers.
During Black Friday (November 14 – December 2, Pacific Time), buying three items together gets 17% off and buying four items gets 18% off. The discount is applied at checkout.
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What is included in the price of an A320 MDF stand?
Material and weight
High-density MDF is heavy, and that weight is what keeps the stand steady when you push the throttle or move the side stick. The trade-off is higher shipping cost.
International sea freight
Stands this large are not practical to send by air, so they ship by sea. Delivery takes about 25–35 business days after dispatch. Even by sea, freight is a large part of the final price.
Duties and taxes included
Duties and taxes are already in the price, so there is nothing extra to pay on delivery. Free shipping applies to the United States and several other countries. Your checkout page shows the exact cost for your location.
A thin margin
We built these stands to solve a request from our customers, which was to get rid of desk clutter. They were not designed as a profit item, and our margin on them is thin.
Why buy a ready-made stand instead of building your own?
A ready-made stand gives you three things.
- It saves time. You skip the measuring, cutting and structural design. The dimensions follow a real A320 layout.
- It lowers the barrier to assembly. The boards interlock and are secured with the included screws and hardware, with no complicated tools. We provide a user manual and support for people who are less hands-on.
- It reduces trial and error. Each product page lists the supported hardware, mounting positions and fixing method, so you can check compatibility before you order.
Who are the A110, A220 and A221 for, and who should skip them?
A good fit if you
- want your desk setup to become a fixed cockpit position
- don’t want to design and cut boards yourself
- plan to start with one stand and grow into a full A320 cockpit
Probably not for you if you
- enjoy building from scratch, since DIY will likely cost less
- need a metal structure that matches the real aircraft
- can’t wait for sea freight
If a stand is not right for you, we would rather you skip it.
What protection do you get when you buy?
- 30-day returns and exchanges
- 1-year warranty with free repair coverage
- Live chat 24/6, usually answered within a few hours, or email service@rowsfire.com
Final thoughts
Black Friday runs November 14 – December 2 (Pacific Time), with savings of up to 18%. If you were already planning a stand, this is the best time of year to buy.
We don’t expect everyone to call these stands cheap. We do want every buyer to know what they are getting and why it costs what it does. If you are planning an A320 home cockpit, start here:
- Rowsfire A110 A320 Center Pedestal Stand
- Rowsfire A220 A320 Glareshield & Main Instrument Panel Frame
- Rowsfire A221 A320 Joystick & Handwheel Stand
Matching panels are also available: the A117 Glareshield Warning Panel for the A220 and the A111 Radio & Audio Panel for the A110.
