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MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base vs Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base

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Verdict

MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base leads on 10 criteria vs 3 for Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base (4 tied).

  • Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base is 20% cheaper

  • MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base delivers 167% more torque (16Nm vs 6Nm) — 6Nm may clip in some titles, 16Nm provides more headroom

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

  • Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox

  • MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base is Direct Drive — instant response with no mechanical slack, unlike Belt

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

  • MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base offers better torque value (55% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base
Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Belt
Max Torque
16Nm
6Nm
Max Rotation
—
1,080°
Motor Type
Servo
—
Encoder Resolution
21bits
—
Encoder Resolution (PPR)
2,097,152PPR
—
Quick Release
Moza QR
Thrustmaster Legacy
Ecosystem
Moza
Thrustmaster
QR Data Transport
Proprietary Wireless
Proprietary Pins
Platforms
PC
PC, PS4, PS5
PSU Power
360W
400W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Plastic
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Moza Pit House
Thrustmaster Control Panel
Mobile App
Ports
Power, USB, Pedals, Dashboard, Shifter, Handbrake, Emergency Stop
—
Mounting Options
Front Mount, Side Mount, Bottom Mount
Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
Optional
None
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
None
None
Dimensions
327 x 170 x 130
400 x 375 x 310
Weight
8.9kg
8.46kg

Where to buy

MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base

  • GermanSimRacingOut of stock
    700.92 €Buy
  • SimRacerZoneBest price
    729.00 €Buy
  • ldlc
    749.95 €Buy
  • materielnet
    749.95 €Buy
  • AdvancedSimRacing
    863.94 €Buy

Thrustmaster T-GT II Servo Base

  • AdvancedSimRacingBest priceOut of stock
    608.34 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the MOZA Racing R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T-GT II 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 R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T-GT II 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 R16 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the Thrustmaster T-GT II 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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