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MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base vs MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base

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Verdict

MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base leads on 3 criteria vs 2 for MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base (15 tied).

  • MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base is 151% cheaper

  • MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base delivers 78% more torque (16Nm vs 9Nm) — 9Nm may clip in some titles, 16Nm provides more headroom

  • Both use the same Quick Release (Moza QR) — your wheels are interchangeable

  • MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

  • MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base offers better torque value (29% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base
MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
16Nm
9Nm
Motor Type
Servo
Servo
Encoder Resolution
21bits
21bits
Quick Release
Moza QR
Moza QR
Ecosystem
Moza
Moza
QR Data Transport
Proprietary Wireless
Proprietary Wireless
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
360W
180W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Moza Pit House
Moza Pit House
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Front Mount, Side Mount, Bottom Mount
Bottom Mount, Side Mount
Emergency Stop
Optional
Optional
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
None
None
Warranty
—
2ans
Dimensions
327 x 170 x 130
240 x 157 x 124
Weight
8.9kg
6.8kg

Where to buy

MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base

  • SimShopOut of stock
    686.44 €Buy
  • SIMKINGOut of stock
    699.00 €Buy
  • GermanSimRacingOut of stock
    700.92 €Buy
  • SimRacerZoneBest price
    729.01 €Buy
  • ldlc
    749.95 €Buy

MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel Base

  • SimlineBest price
    289.94 €Buy
  • SimShop
    289.94 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshop
    296.53 €Buy
  • Grosbill
    299.99 €Buy
  • GermanSimRacing
    303.24 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel 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 R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel 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.

The MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R9 V3 Direct Drive Wheel 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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