Moza · wheel base · 2024
Moza R9 V3 (9 Nm)
9 Nm direct-drive base with 21-bit encoder; the cheapest way into Moza's ecosystem
Moza's mid-size direct-drive base with 9 Nm in a compact aluminum body, sold without rim or pedals. At around $300 it gives more torque than an 8 Nm CSL DD for less money, as long as you race on PC.
AI rating
- Force feedback detail
- 8
- Strength
- 7
- Smoothness
- 8
- Ecosystem
- 7
- Quietness
- 8
- Value
- 10
Who it suits
- First rig
- 7
- Console racing
- 3
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 8
- Tight budgets
- 9
- Enthusiasts
- 6
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
- 9 Nm for around $300, strong value for a PC direct-drive base
- Compact enough for a desk clamp or wheel stand
- Same quick release and Pit House software as Moza's flagship bases
- No PlayStation support; Xbox only with the ESX rim
- Base only: you need a rim and pedals before you can drive
- Moza's rim range is narrower than Fanatec's, especially for console use
Watch out: Budget roughly $350+ more for a rim and pedals. On Xbox only the ESX rim works, and nothing works on PS5.
What it feels like
- Strength
- Detail
- Smoothness
- Noise
- Heat
Strong enough to feel kerbs and weight transfer, without fighting you.
Fine detail around center, with a slightly muted top end compared to bigger bases.
A faint motor whir at idle and under load, with a warm base after long sessions.
Like a firm power-steering car: you feel the road, and it won't yank your arms.
What the R9 V3 works with
- Works on Xbox Series and PC. On Xbox it needs an Xbox-licensed wheel.
- Sold as a base only: you also need a wheel and pedals.
- Wheels attach with the Moza quick release.
- Pedals plug into the base, which is what lets them work on console.
Wheels that fit the Moza R9 V3 (9 Nm)
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Moza GS V2P Steering WheelNot Xbox-licensed | PS5XboxPC | 79 |
| Moza KS Steering WheelNot Xbox-licensed | PS5XboxPC | 77 |
| Moza CS V2P Steering WheelNot Xbox-licensed | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
| Moza ESX Steering Wheel (Xbox-licensed) | PS5XboxPC | 70 |
Pedals that plug into it
These connect through the base's pedal port, so they work on every platform the base supports.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Moza CRP2 Load Cell Pedals (Throttle + Brake)Plugs into the base | PS5XboxPC | 82 |
USB pedals that work with it on PC
These run beside the base over USB. They don't work on console.
- Heusinkveld Ultimate+ (3-pedal) · USB to the PC88
- Asetek Invicta Pedals (2-pedal, hydraulic) · USB to the PC84
- Heusinkveld Sprint (3-pedal) · USB to the PC84
- Simagic P1000 (3-pedal) · USB to the PC80
- Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals · USB to the PC80
- Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 · USB to the PC79
- Asetek Forte Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC79
- Thrustmaster T-LCM Pedals · USB to the PC77
- Fanatec CSL Pedals with Load Cell Kit · USB to the PC76
- Logitech G RS Pedals · USB to the PC76
- Asetek La Prima Pedals (2-pedal) · USB to the PC74
- Fanatec CSL Pedals · USB to the PC60
Shifters and handbrakes
Plugged into the base where noted; the rest connect to a PC by USB.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Heusinkveld Sim Shifter SequentialUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 83 |
| Simagic DS-8X ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 80 |
| Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 78 |
| Thrustmaster TH8A ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 76 |
| Moza SGP Sequential ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 74 |
| Moza HGP H-Pattern ShifterUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 71 |
| Thrustmaster TH8S Shifter Add-OnUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 63 |
| Heusinkveld Sim HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 82 |
| Simagic TB-1 HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 76 |
| Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V2USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
| Moza HBP HandbrakeUSB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
| Thrustmaster TSS Handbrake Sparco Mod+USB to the PC | PS5XboxPC | 72 |
Cockpits and stands
With 9 Nm of torque, a frame rated below that flexes and one rated far below it shakes.
Rigs that use it
- Papaya SprintPC · $2,323
Tech facts
| Drive type | Direct |
|---|---|
| Torque | 9 Nm |
| Wheel included | No |
| Pedals included | No |
| Mounting | Desk clamp or bolted to a rig |
| Power supply | External brick, 110–220V AC input to 36V DC |
| Power draw | 180 W |
| Wall plug | Standard US 2-prong/3-prong AC cord (verify cord with unit) |
| Outlets needed | 1 |
| Connection | USB, 1000 Hz refresh |
| Force feedback rate | 1,000 Hz |
| Encoder | 21-bit |
| Software | Moza Pit House |
| Quick release | Moza quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 6 × 8 × 6 in (15 × 21 × 15 cm) |
| Weight | 10 lb (4.4 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum |
| Released | 2024 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The R9 V3 is Moza's entry direct-drive base. It pairs a 9 Nm servo motor with a 21-bit magnetic encoder and a 1000 Hz USB rate. For a first rig, that is a big step up from gear- or belt-driven bases, with finer detail and no notchiness around center. It's a base only. You still need a rim and pedals, and Moza's rims and pedals plug straight into it, so the ecosystem is easy to expand. Most buyers will find 9 Nm enough for GT and road cars, and it is less likely to be clipped than a 5 Nm unit. The power brick is external (110–220 V AC to 36 V DC) with a 180 W peak. It needs one wall outlet, and the 4-hole bottom mount suits a cockpit or desk clamp. Moza's own page lists PC only. Xbox use depends on Moza's licensed ESX rim, and Moza's FAQ is vague about which bases work, so check before buying. PlayStation isn't supported. Street price has been about $329, which is not far below some competing 8–9 Nm bases, so compare bundles. Moza's Pit House software has a learning curve, and the base needs a sturdy mount.
Questions buyers ask
Does the R9 V3 work on Xbox or PlayStation?
Not PlayStation. Moza's product page lists PC only. Xbox support relies on Moza's Xbox-licensed ESX rim, and Moza's FAQ says only some products work, so confirm with Moza support before buying for console.
Does it come with a steering wheel and pedals?
No. It ships with a power supply, USB cable, tools and a manual. You need a Moza rim (quick-release) and pedals, which can connect through the base's pedal port, or a bundle.
How do I mount it?
It has a 4-hole bottom mount, and Moza sells optional clamp and side mounts. Use a rigid rig or a strong desk. At 9 Nm a flimsy desk will flex.