Can anybody confirm that the main scroll wheel can do side clicks (left / right) like some Logitech mice?

No it cannot. However, there is a middle click (scroll wheel) and a side scrolling wheel which you can set to do pretty much anything (along with any of the other buttons)

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Resolution (DPI): 16000 dpi

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Multi-button functionality for maximum precision and control (Scroll wheel, Left click, Right click, DPI button, Forward, Backward Precision button, Profile button)
Side scroll wheel - customize within software for extra functionality
Adjustable DPI - up to 16000
Precision button instantly increases or decreases sensitivity
F.L.U.X. software lets you customize your settings - create unlimited user profiles, program buttons, customize lighting and more
Store your favorite 4 user profiles on mouse using on-board memory - quickly switch using Profile button
Industry-leading OMRON switches - 50 million click lifetime
Adjustable palm rest and pinky support
Tunable weight system - weights can be added or removed to customize mouse
Easily and quickly swap out support parts to suit your playing style and needs using the included tool
3 RGB LED zones - personalize your gaming experience with up to 16.8 million customizable colors
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Brand	Mad Catz
Name	R.A.T 8+
Model	MR05DCAMBL00

Details
Type	Wired
Interface	USB 2.0
Tracking Method	Optical
Resolution (DPI)	16000 dpi
Hand Orientation	Right Hand
Buttons	11
Mouse Adjustable Weight	3 x Removable 6g Weight
Scrolling Capability	1 x Wheel
Color	Black

OS / System Requirement
Operating System Supported	WINDOWS: 7, 8, 8.1, 10
System Requirement	1 x USB 2.0 PORT Internet Connection for Software Download

Features
Features	Precision Engineered The R.A.T range is built for endurance, using materials and components specified to meet the demands. La R.A.T. 8+ is constructed around a super lightweight chassis, ensuring the sensor position is perfectly balanced for tracking on your gaming surface. It also provides the rigid foundation for the rest of the control modules. R.A.T. 8+ also comes fitted with industry leading OMRON switches (a life of 50 million clicks), ensuring that those with the fastest clicking fingers won’t miss an action! Dynamic Ergonomics All gamers are different. The RATs are precision engineered, making key parts of the product adjustable, to enhance and improve your playing style. The R.A.T. 8+ has an adjustable palm rest, pinkie rest, thumb rest and weight system. Palm Rest: Whether your grip is palm, claw or finger-tip, the R.A.T. 8+ can quickly adapt by adjusting in Length to suit you. Thumb Rest: Moves along two axes, improving comfort and macro button use. Extra Parts: Swappable palm rests and pinkie rests further enhance your grip. Weight: Improve your reaction speeds with the adjustable weight system. Chameleon RGB Lighting Take the R.A.T. to a new dimension of customization with 3 independent RGB Illumination Zones. Fine tune your color and lighting to make your R.A.T. the center piece of your gaming rig. Using the preset themes, you can also control the speed of LED effects, such as breathing, heartbeat and color cycling - click on the icons and try them out here. Onboard Profile Memory Store up to four profiles, containing all of your macro button, sensor and lighting settings, on your R.A.T.. Always have your favorite loadouts ready to go at a moment’s notice, without the need for a software install.

Package Contents
Package Contents	R.A.T. 8+ 3 x Removable 6g Weight 1 x High Top Palm Rest 1 x Rubber Coated Palm Rest 1 x Rubber Coated Pinkie Rest 1 x Extended Wing Pinkie Rest QSG

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First Listed on Newegg	April 13, 2026

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