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MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base vs Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base

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Verdict

MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base leads on 7 criteria vs 3 for Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base (8 tied).

  • Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base is 22% cheaper

  • MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base delivers 150% more torque (25Nm vs 10Nm) — 10Nm may clip in some titles, 25Nm provides more headroom

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Moza or Thrustmaster determines compatible wheels

  • MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

  • MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base offers better torque value (51% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base
Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Sustained Torque
25Nm
10Nm
Max Rotation
—
1,080°
Motor Type
Servo
—
Encoder Resolution
21bits
—
Quick Release
Moza QR
Thrustmaster Fast Release
Ecosystem
Moza
Thrustmaster
QR Data Transport
Proprietary Wireless
Proprietary Pins
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
378W
168W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Moza Pit House
Thrustmaster Control Panel
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Front Mount, Side Mount, Bottom Mount
Hard Mount
Emergency Stop
Optional
None
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
None
None
Quick Release Included
Warranty
2ans
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Dimensions
248.8 x 140 x 135
192 x 224 x 180
Weight
9.1kg
5kg

Where to buy

MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base

  • SimracerATBest price
    849.00 €Buy
  • simmotion
    879.00 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshop
    891.58 €Buy
  • SIMGASMOut of stock
    899.00 €Buy
  • UrbanTech
    907.00 €Buy

Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base

  • XRshopBest priceOut of stock
    694.20 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are MOZA Racing accessories compatible with Thrustmaster?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. MOZA Racing and Thrustmaster do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The MOZA Racing R25 Ultra Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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