Moza CRP

Our rating: 9.7/10

Any good manufacturer of sim-racing peripherals must offer a pedal board in Load Cell in its range. This is the case of Fanatec , Thrustmaster , Simucube, Simagic and most recently Logitech with its entry into the world of bases Direct Drive and Load Cell pedalboards. That’s not to denigrate Logitech’s know-how in terms of sim-racing peripherals, but the Swiss manufacturer did take a while to get into the swing of things with its G Racing Wheel, which received mixed reviews in the process. I’m not saying this product is bad, but the brand can clearly do better. Anyway, that’s not the point.

For Moza Racing The Chinese manufacturer, a newcomer to the premium segment of sim-racing peripherals, needed to offer a quality product for Load Cell pedalboards, and the brand delivered. Out of nowhere, Moza brings us a Load Cell pedal unit on the brake, with a 3-stage clutch pedal. It is, of course, the CRPis considered the pinnacle of the Chinese manufacturer’s offering.

In what follows, we’re going to take a look at this pedalboard, and I’m going to tell you about its strong points, its one weak point, which isn’t really a weak point, and give you my opinion of it.

Main features and technical specifications of the crankset

• Load Cell 3-pedal crankset
• All-aluminum-alloy structure machined on CNC machines
• Magnetic sensors on the 3 pedals
• 3-stage clutch
• Fully adjustable pedals in several planes
• PC-compatible
• Brake pedal for forces up to 100 kg

Design

I often say that Moza Racing products are beautiful, and the CRP only confirms this. This pedalboard is just sublime, sober, and truly worthy of being installed on a Super Car. It’s so beautiful that it hurts a little to install it on a setup that will only be seen by yourself.

For the design, we have a plate that receives the 3 pedals on its top. These are entirely black, with golden and yellow resistance organs. The yellow is a bit spotty, I have to admit, but it’s not so noticeable once you’re on your setup.

The pedal plates have white holes, most of which are used to adjust the pedals. It contrasts with the black, and enhances the beauty of this peripheral. I think it’s just beautiful, maybe even more beautiful than those from Fanatec. Well, not all of them.

Customized assembly

The pedals are mounted on an aluminum alloy base, and can be adjusted to your liking thanks to a slide system. And to mount the crankset, it will only be on a cockpit. Under no circumstances should such a device be used on the floor or on a steering wheel stand.

Above and below the base, you’ll find a number of mounting points that can be used to mount the CRP on virtually any cockpit on the market – the good ones, that is. If you haven’t already heard, the CRP and its brake pedal can take up to 100 kg of force, and that’s a lot for a low-end chassis. Mounting is relatively easy and you won’t have to worry about the CRP moving from its position, as it won’t do so at all.

Manufacturing and finishing

Since this is the best pedalboard Moza has to offer, we had to use premium materials. For the job: aluminum alloy and CNC machining. The result? Oh, it’s beautiful.

The build quality is simply impeccable. This crankset is free from visible defects or crooked finish. It’s just perfect, in every way. The edges aren’t sharp, the parts are superbly well machined, and there’s no burr or anything.

As for the finish, it’s a dinguery. Between the paintwork, the screws used, the springs and elastomers, everything is perfect. The CRP is clearly a premium product that will have no trouble competing with the likes of Fanatec or Simagic.

Getting to know the pedals

Careful, the beast is heavy! Over 7 kg on the scale, but relatively large in your hands. The springs fitted beforehand are very good, and you can swap them for others in the kit. By the way, and I may say this again, the CRP’s pedals are fully adjustable, whether in terms of position, inclination, pedal plates or resistance.

The clutch pedal features a 3-stage resistance system, ideal for controlling the degree of engagement of your foot. Well, the first stage is very light, and resistance increases gradually, without jerking. The accelerator pedal has its components mounted horizontally, directly on its structure. This gives you a pedal that follows the movement of your right foot, and is therefore very pleasant to use, as well as being very sensitive to passing. As for the brake pedal, I’ll come straight to that.

Sensations during play

How does the Moza CRP measure up against the competition, mainly from Fanatec? In a few words, this is a good pedalboard, worthy of taking on the ClubSport Pedals V3 without the slightest hesitation.

As I said earlier, CRP is highly adjustable in every way. Whether it’s the position of the pedals, their resistance or their software configuration, I’ve had no problems with this device. The gas pedal and clutch pedals are smooth, offering just the right amount of resistance to the feet.

But the main player here is the brake pedal and its Load Cell, which can take 100 kg of force if you want it to. In stock configuration, the 2-stage pedal is a little long in terms of travel. But you have a tuning kit with CRP that will allow you to swap the spring and elastomer to find what suits you best.

As far as resistance is concerned, it’s pure bliss on the brake. With the right spring and elastomer, the pedal becomes realistic and immersive, giving you a few centimetres of travel before you hit a rock. On the other hand, this same pedal didn’t return to its initial position 100% of the time, and had to be lubricated just a little with the oil supplied in the kit. After that, no problem with it, or even with the dead zone for that matter.

Compatibility

This pedalboard is compatible with all Moza products, but also with those of our competitors, thanks to a USB connection. For the platform, it’s PC-only, as we’re used to with the Chinese manufacturer’s peripherals.

As far as I’m concerned, it’s a bit of a shame, especially when you consider that a Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 can be used on consoles and PC. But then, the problem isn’t Moza, it’s Sony and Xbox.

Value for money

Depending on your online shopping, the CRP can be found for around €500, which makes it more expensive than the ClubSport Pedals V3, but less than the Pedals V3 Inverted, which is not at all the same, by the way.

As far as I’m concerned, the CRP’s value for money is good, largely due to its structure and build quality. What’s more, you can use it with virtually any set-up, with no restrictions on product brands.

My verdict

I really enjoyed my sim-racing sessions with the Moza CRP. It’s clear that this pedalboard is high-quality, premium and, above all, highly immersive. Its great adjustability makes it perfect for runners who want a device that can adapt to their needs, and the CRP does this brilliantly.

It has its shortcomings, of course, but it’s like virtually every other peripheral on the market. Oh yes, you should know that the brake pedal will develop a slight play on the sides after a while. I imagine this is due to wear and tear on the parts, but it’s not going to get any worse, or at least it hasn’t in my case.

If you’re looking for a great Load Cell pedalboard for your sim-racing sessions, I recommend the CRP. It’s a bit expensive, but it’s good quality.