Moza · handbrake · 2022
Moza HBP Handbrake
Aluminum USB handbrake with swappable springs and horizontal or vertical mounting for drift and rally.
An analog metal handbrake that connects over USB or to a Moza base. It's an affordable way to add a real handbrake for rally and drift on PC.
AI rating
- Feel
- 7
- Build quality
- 8
- Compatibility
- 5
- Value
- 8
Who it suits
- First rig
- 5
- Console racing
- 1
- Competitive racing
- 4
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 8
- Enthusiasts
- 5
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Analog output for progressive handbrake turns
- Metal construction at a modest price
- Over USB it works with any wheel brand on PC
- Console use isn't documented by Moza, so treat it as PC only
- Needs a side mount on a rig; desk clamping is awkward
Watch out: Treat it as PC only. You'll also need a rig-mounted bracket for it to feel solid.
What it feels like
- Throw
- Resistance
- Progression
The lever pulls against a spring, so resistance rises smoothly as you go.
Swapping springs makes it lighter or firmer.
It feels solid and metal, but it has no hydraulic-style damping.
Closer to a firm mechanical bicycle brake lever than a hydraulic handbrake.
What the HBP works with
- Connects to a PC by USB. It doesn't work on PS5 or Xbox.
- On PC it works next to any wheel base.
Wheel bases it plugs into
None: it only connects by USB.
Tech facts
| Analog | Yes |
|---|---|
| Connection | USB to PC, or Moza wheelbase/hub handbrake port |
| Assembly | about 15 min |
| Software | Moza Pit House |
| Size (W × D × H) | 3 × 9 × 12 in (8 × 23 × 30 cm) |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.3 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum and steel |
| Released | 2022 |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The Moza HBP is an all-aluminum handbrake aimed at drift, rally and general sim use. It uses a non-contact magnetic-style position sensor, so there are no pots to wear out. Moza's page quotes 15-bit resolution, while some retailers say 16-bit. The lever can be mounted horizontally or vertically, and swapping springs changes the resistance and rebound, with an adjustable stop position. It's compact and light for a metal unit, at roughly 153 × 68 × 366 mm and 0.7 kg.
Connection is flexible. You can plug it into a PC by USB, or into a Moza wheelbase or hub that has a handbrake port, which saves a USB port. Moza lists it as PC hardware, so don't count on console support.
For a first rig, it makes sense mainly if you already run Moza gear or play drift, rally or other handbrake-heavy games. Its main limit is that it's an analog lever with no load cell, so it won't feel like a hydraulic setup. Official pricing is around $99, but US retailers have listed it higher, so compare prices. You'll need a rig with a spot to clamp or bolt it down.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work with non-Moza wheels?
Yes on PC. It plugs in by USB, so it works as a standalone game controller with any wheel. Moza Pit House software handles calibration and settings.
Does it work on PlayStation or Xbox?
Moza doesn't document console support for it, so treat it as PC-only.
Can I use it vertically and horizontally?
Yes. It supports horizontal (drift/rally) and vertical (road-car style) mounting, and you can change the spring for lighter or heavier resistance.