| Brand | MOZA |
|---|---|
| Model | AB9 FFB Base |
| Version | base only, flight stick sold separately |
| Force feedback torque | 12 Nm |
| Modular design | Yes |
| Platforms | PC |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Images: manufacturers
MOZA AB9 FFB Base review and specs
Spec-sheet comparison, not a hands-on test. We have not tried the MOZA AB9 FFB Base ourselves: the score and details are based on the official MOZA spec sheet and dated US prices.
base only, flight stick sold separately
–Not ratedThe only force feedback stick base in our data. MOZA's AB9 uses dual servo motors with up to 12 Nm peak torque, so the stick can push back instead of just springing to center. On October 29, 2026 it was $499 instead of $549. Read the next line twice: it's a base, and the grip is extra.
- Dual servo motors with 12 Nm peak torque and a ±20° adjustable range
- Fanless aviation-grade aluminum housing with a 1000 Hz USB refresh rate
- Base only: pairs with MOZA flight sticks such as the MH16 or third-party grips via optional adapters
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US price checked on October 29, 2026
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See it in action
“AB9 ACTIVE FORCE FEEDBACK BASE” · Video by MOZA Racing (official channel) on YouTube
Specs
In the box
- base only, flight stick sold separately
Compatibility
Stated platforms: PC.
Where to buy
How we score
Score out of 10, calculated in the flight stick (FFB base) category from the official spec sheet and the checked US price, then placed on our editorial scale. Not a hands-on test. Missing criteria are removed and weights renormalized.
| Force feedback torque (40%) | 9.4/10 |
|---|---|
| Sensor (10%) | Not stated, criterion removed |
| Resolution (10%) | Not stated, criterion removed |
| Modular design (10%) | 10.0/10 |
| Platforms (5%) | 6.0/10 |
| Warranty (10%) | 7.0/10 |
| Price (15%) | 6.0/10 |
US price checked on October 29, 2026
Data from the official MOZA spec sheet
Calculated score, not a hands-on test
MOZA AB9 FFB Base
Flight stick (FFB base) from MOZA, not rated for lack of sufficient data.
Up to 12 Nm of force feedback
Peak force feedback torque stated by MOZA for the stick base.
What force feedback changes
A spring stick feels the same on the takeoff roll as in a high-speed pull. Force feedback lets the sim set the force: trim can actually relieve pressure, and a stall can shake the stick in your hand. How much of that you get depends on the sim and the aircraft, not on the base alone.
MOZA lists a ±20° adjustable range, a 1000 Hz USB refresh rate and a fanless aluminum housing. It describes the sensor only as a high-resolution encoder and gives no axis count or resolution, so we don't score it: too few technical criteria on paper.
Desk, grip and budget
Base only. MOZA pairs it with its own sticks such as the MH16, sold separately for $149 on MOZA's US store when we checked, or with third-party grips through optional adapters. Count both in the budget before you compare prices.
PC only: MOZA's FAQ rules out Xbox and PlayStation. The base carries a two-year warranty, and MOZA's MTQ throttle can plug into a MOZA flight base through RJ11 instead of taking another USB port.
Great if you…
- want a stick that pushes back, and fly on PC
- already own a grip you can adapt, or plan on the MH16
- want a MOZA throttle and stick base that talk to each other
Skip it if…
- you want a calculated score before you buy: MOZA doesn't publish enough for one
- you want a complete stick in one box: grip sold separately
- you fly on a console
What MOZA promises
Points taken from the official manufacturer spec sheet.
- Dual servo motors with 12 Nm peak torque and a ±20° adjustable range
- Fanless aviation-grade aluminum housing with a 1000 Hz USB refresh rate
- Base only: pairs with MOZA flight sticks such as the MH16 or third-party grips via optional adapters
Compatibility and contents
Stated platforms: PC. Version: base only, flight stick sold separately.
Price and availability
US price checked on October 29, 2026: $549, on sale that day for $499. Linked merchant: Amazon. The price at the merchant is the one that applies.
By the numbers
- Checked price
- $499
- List price
- $549
- Saving
- Save 9%
Better fit elsewhere?
The natural rival is VIRPIL's ALPHA Prime + WarBRD-D, $50.90 more as a grip-and-base pair: no force feedback, but 14-bit contactless sensors and clutch dampers. See AB9 vs ALPHA Prime + WarBRD-D.
Not sure you need motors at all? The VKB Gladiator NXT EVO Space Combat Edition lets you tune springs and friction for $139. Rated sticks are in the best flight sticks.
The verdict
The AB9 is the way into force feedback on our list: dual servos, 12 Nm peak, ±20° of range, $499 instead of $549 on October 29, 2026, grip not included.
If you want the stick to fight back, this is the base. Add the grip to the total, then check today's price.
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The score in detail
Force feedback torque
9.4/10Weight: % of the overall score
Price
6.0/10Weight: % of the overall score
Modular design
10.0/10Weight: % of the overall score
Warranty
7.0/10Weight: % of the overall score
Frequently asked questions
What score does the MOZA AB9 FFB Base get?
The MOZA AB9 FFB Base is not rated: fewer than three known technical criteria. We do not publish a score without sufficient data.
How much does the MOZA AB9 FFB Base cost?
The US price checked on October 29, 2026 is $499 on sale (regular price $549). It may have changed since.
Is the MOZA AB9 FFB Base compatible with Xbox?
Not according to the manufacturer, which lists: PC.
Where can you buy the MOZA AB9 FFB Base?
We link to Amazon. Some links are affiliate links and are labeled next to the button.
Did you test the MOZA AB9 FFB Base hands-on?
No. This page is a spec-sheet comparison, not a hands-on test: we have not handled the product. All information comes from the official MOZA spec sheet and dated US prices.