Momo Prototipo Heritage Steering Wheel – 350 mm | Black Leather / White Stitch / Black Spokes | Italian Performance Steering Wheel (PRH35BK2B)
Momo Prototipo Heritage Steering Wheel – 350 mm | Black Leather / White Stitch / Black Spokes | Italian Performance Steering Wheel
The Momo Prototipo Heritage is one of the most iconic steering wheel designs in motorsport history — a direct evolution of the original Momo Prototipo that equipped Ferrari, Lancia, and Alfa Romeo factory race cars throughout the 1970s and 1980s, now reinterpreted in the Heritage series with the same fundamental design language and Italian craftsmanship that made the original a legend. This 350 mm diameter version is finished in black leather with white contrast stitching and black spokes — a classic, purposeful combination that reads as both period-correct and timeless in any performance interior. Momo steering wheels require a vehicle-specific Momo hub adapter for installation — sold separately.
Key Features:
- Prototipo Heritage design — Momo's reinterpretation of the original Prototipo — the steering wheel that equipped Ferrari, Lancia, and Alfa Romeo factory race cars in the 1970s and 1980s — the same fundamental design language in a modern Heritage series execution
- 350 mm diameter — a classic performance steering wheel diameter — smaller than the factory steering wheel on most modern vehicles for a more direct, more connected steering feel with less arm movement required for full lock
- Black leather rim — genuine leather rim covering in black — a premium, tactile grip surface that improves with use and develops a natural patina over time
- White contrast stitching — white stitch detail on the leather rim — a classic motorsport aesthetic that references the period-correct Prototipo's design language
- Black spokes — black-finished spokes for a clean, purposeful appearance that complements the black leather rim without the visual noise of polished or chrome alternatives
- Momo hub required — requires a vehicle-specific Momo hub adapter for installation — sold separately — verify the correct hub adapter for your specific vehicle before ordering
- Italian craftsmanship — manufactured by Momo, the Italian steering wheel and wheel brand with over 60 years of motorsport heritage
The Prototipo Heritage — A Design with Motorsport DNA:
The original Momo Prototipo was designed in the early 1970s and became the steering wheel of choice for some of the most celebrated factory race cars of the era — Ferrari 312, Lancia Stratos, Alfa Romeo GTV, and many others. Its distinctive three-spoke design, leather-wrapped rim, and compact diameter were optimized for the demands of motorsport driving — quick, precise inputs, maximum feedback, and a grip that allowed the driver to feel the car's behaviour through the wheel. The Prototipo Heritage reinterprets this design for the modern performance enthusiast — maintaining the original's proportions, spoke geometry, and design language while incorporating contemporary materials and construction quality. For performance car owners who want a steering wheel with genuine motorsport heritage rather than a generic aftermarket alternative, the Prototipo Heritage is the correct choice.
Why a 350 mm Steering Wheel?
- More Direct Steering Feel: A smaller diameter steering wheel requires less arm movement to achieve the same steering input — reducing the arc of movement required for full lock and allowing faster, more precise steering inputs. For performance driving where quick, accurate steering corrections are important, a smaller diameter wheel is a meaningful improvement over the larger factory wheel.
- Driver Positioning: A smaller steering wheel allows the driver to sit closer to the wheel while maintaining correct arm position — improving the driver's ability to brace against the wheel under lateral G-forces and providing a more connected, more controlled driving position.
- Aesthetic: A 350 mm steering wheel fills the cockpit with a period-correct, motorsport-inspired presence that a larger factory wheel cannot replicate — the visual impact of a quality aftermarket steering wheel is immediate and transforms the interior's character.
- Note on Airbags: Aftermarket steering wheels do not include airbags. Installing an aftermarket steering wheel removes the factory airbag from the steering column. This is a safety consideration that must be understood before installation. Many performance and track-day drivers accept this trade-off; street-driven vehicles should consider the implications carefully.
Specifications:
- Brand: Momo
- Part Number: PRH35BK2B
- Barcode: PRH35BK2B
- Model: Prototipo Heritage
- Diameter: 350 mm
- Rim Material: Black leather
- Stitching: White contrast stitch
- Spokes: Black
- Hub: Momo hub adapter required — sold separately
- Weight: 2.1 lbs
- Origin: Italy
Fitment & Hub Adapter:
- Universal fitment — requires a vehicle-specific Momo hub adapter (sold separately)
- Momo hub adapters are available for a wide range of Japanese, European, and North American performance vehicles — verify the correct Momo hub adapter part number for your specific vehicle make, model, and year before ordering
- The hub adapter connects the Momo steering wheel's 6-bolt Momo pattern to your vehicle's steering column — the correct hub adapter is required for safe, correct installation
- Note: Installing an aftermarket steering wheel removes the factory airbag. Understand the safety implications before installation. A quick-release hub is optional but recommended for track use where rapid wheel removal may be required.
What's Included:
- Momo Prototipo Heritage steering wheel — 350 mm — black leather / white stitch / black spokes (MOMPRH35BK2B)
- Hub adapter not included — must be purchased separately for your specific vehicle
Installation Notes:
- A vehicle-specific Momo hub adapter is required for installation — do not attempt to install without the correct hub adapter
- Airbag removal: Installing an aftermarket steering wheel requires removing the factory airbag from the steering column. Disconnect the vehicle's battery and wait at least 15 minutes before working on the airbag system to allow the airbag capacitor to discharge. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's airbag disarming procedure before removal.
- Torque the steering wheel centre nut to the hub adapter manufacturer's specified torque — an incorrectly torqued steering wheel can come loose during driving
- Verify correct steering wheel installation by checking for free rotation without binding and correct centring before driving
- Professional installation recommended if unfamiliar with airbag system disarming procedures
Why Momo?
Momo is an Italian steering wheel and wheel brand founded in 1964 — with over 60 years of motorsport heritage that includes equipping Ferrari, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, and many other factory race cars with their steering wheels and wheels. Momo's steering wheel lineup spans from their iconic heritage designs (Prototipo, Mod. 07, Veloce) to modern performance and competition wheels — all manufactured in Italy with the craftsmanship and attention to detail that the brand's motorsport heritage demands. For performance car owners who want a steering wheel from a brand with genuine Italian motorsport credentials rather than a generic aftermarket alternative, Momo is the definitive choice.
Perfect For:
- Performance car owners who want the Momo Prototipo Heritage's iconic Italian motorsport design language in a 350 mm black leather / white stitch / black spoke configuration
- Japanese performance builds (Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Subaru, Mazda) where the Prototipo Heritage's period-correct motorsport aesthetic complements a driver-focused interior
- European performance builds where Momo's Italian heritage and the Prototipo's Ferrari/Lancia/Alfa Romeo motorsport DNA is a natural fit
- Track day and performance street builds where a 350 mm diameter provides more direct steering feel and a more connected driving position than the factory wheel
Important Notes: Momo hub adapter required — sold separately — verify correct hub adapter for your vehicle before ordering. Installing an aftermarket steering wheel removes the factory airbag — understand the safety implications before installation. Disconnect battery and follow airbag disarming procedure before removal. Torque steering wheel nut to specified torque. Professional installation recommended.