Control lever for system vehicles with extended keyboard control. The right hand of the operator is comfortably positioned on the ventilated rest and can control all relevant functions using thumb, index finger and middle finger. The spacing and the innovative layout of the key buttons eliminate operator errors. The unit has been designed in a way that both small and big hands can comfortably operate all key buttons from any position. The icons on the key buttons are ISO based with backlights. With its aluminum colored coating the key button housing is perfectly incorporated and underscores the compact functionality of the control unit.