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MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base vs MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base

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Verdict

MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base leads on 7 criteria vs 2 for MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base (16 tied).

  • MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base is 121% cheaper

  • MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base delivers 282% more torque (21Nm vs 5.5Nm) — 5.5Nm may clip in some titles, 21Nm provides more headroom

  • MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox

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

  • MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base offers better torque value (42% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base
MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
21Nm
5.5Nm
Max Rotation
—
1,080°
Motor Type
Servo
Servo
Encoder Resolution
21bits
15bits
Quick Release
Moza QR
Moza QR
Ecosystem
Moza
Moza
QR Data Transport
Proprietary Wireless
USB
Platforms
PC, Xbox
PC
PSU Power
480W
95W
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, Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
Optional
Optional
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
None
False
Quick Release Included
Warranty
2ans
2ans
Wheel Powered by the Base
Pedals Plug into the Base
Wheel-Side Quick Release
Included with the brand's wheels
Included with the brand's wheels
Other Brands' Wheels
Yes, with the official adapter
Yes, with the official adapter
Dimensions
327 x 170 x 130
174 x 157 x 124
Weight
8.9kg
3.45kg

Where to buy

MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base

  • PureSimsBest price
    716.70 €Buy
  • reichelt
    798.75 €Buy
  • UrbanTechOut of stock
    859.00 €Buy
  • SimShopOut of stock
    905.71 €Buy
  • ldlc
    959.95 €Buy

MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base

  • GermanSimRacingBest price
    325.00 €Buy
  • SimShopOut of stock
    325.01 €Buy
  • simmotionOut of stock
    349.00 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the MOZA Racing R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R5 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 R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R5 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 R21 V2 Direct Drive Wheel Base or the MOZA Racing R5 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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