Castle 1721 Sensored Motor- 1260KV
Product #: 060-0100-00
List Price: USD $285.95 /EA5
- Minimum Input Voltage : 3S
- Maximum Input Voltage : 8S
- Sensored Capable : Yes
- Recon G6 Certified Motor : No
- ROAR Certified Motor : No
- Availability: This item is in stock.
| MOTOR | APPLICATION | MAX VEHICLE WEIGHT |
| 1721-1260kV | Ideal for 1/5 (select), 1/6 and 1/7 scale vehicles Examples include: Arrma Kraton 8s/Outcast 8s/Limitless/Typhon/Infraction and Traxxas X-MAXX/XRT | Up to 25 lbs. ready-to-run |
We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our lineup of high-performance brushless motors for surface applications - the brand new 1721-1260Kv! This powerful and efficient motor is designed to deliver exceptional speed, torque, and acceleration, making it the perfect choice for serious large-scale bashers who demand nothing but the best. Built with precision-machined components, high-strength magnets, and advanced winding techniques, this motor is engineered to deliver reliable and consistent performance in even the most challenging conditions.
What makes this motor different than the other 17 series motors? The 1721-1260kv is the “sane brother” to the 1721-2400kv. Where the 1721-2400kv is made for one thing, SPEED, the 1721-1260kv is built on the same platform, but at a more conventional Kv. It packs more punch and runs cooler than its baby brother the 1717-1260kv. This makes it the perfect moderate, yet powerful upgrade to the 1717 size motors that come stock in the Traxxas X- Maxx and Arrma 8s vehicles.
What ESC would you recommend? After our internal testing, we unanimously concluded that the 1721-1260Kv is an excellent companion for the Mamba XLX2 and such we have already packaged the two together for purchase as a combo.
Features:
- Running modes include SmartSense™ Sensored and an ultra-efficient Sensorless mode.
- High-strength, high-temperature grade neodymium sintered magnets combined with High-strength Kevlar wrap ensures the integrity of the rotor is not compromised during harsh running conditions.
- Oversized NMB bearings and vibration dampening system ensure the longest bearing life possible.
- Our proprietary winding techniques allow us to produce a stator assembly that is the lowest possible resistance, resulting in a cooler running motor.
- Updated modern and sleek design; looks as cool as it performs.
Without a robust and reliable design, efficiency will only go so far. RC enthusiasts love pushing their equipment to the edge. The Castle engineers know this and spared no expense when developing a design that could hold up to the harsh conditions that the RC community will throw at it, resulting in a cooler running motor. In the end, the result is a motor with unmatched quality, performance, and reliability. We wouldn’t put our name on anything less.
| Ideal for 1/7th scale vehicles weighing up to 25 lbs. (Traxxas X-Maxx and Kraton 8s) |
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| Application: | Ideal for 1/7th scale vehicles weighing up to 25 lbs. (Traxxas X-Maxx and Kraton 8s) |
| Max Weight:: | 25 lbs |
| Input Voltage: | 3s-8s LiPo |
| Kv: | 1260 |
| Max RPM: | 45,000 |
| Size: | Diameter: 1.87” (47.6mm) at fins, 46mm at can. Length: 101.2mm |
| Weight (with wires): | 775.6 grams / 1.71 lbs. |
| Shaft Size: | Length: 22mm Diameter: 8mm |
| Mounting Hole Specifications: | M3 and M4 @ 25.4mm |
| Running Modes: | SmartSense™ Sensored and an ultra-efficient Sensorless mode |
| Cooling Fan: | Optional, 011-0162-00 |
| Connectors: | 8mm male bullets |
| Items Needed for Operation: | Compatible Electronic Speed Control. Mamba XLX2 is recommended. |
| Product Use Statements: | Monitor motor temperatures closely; overheating a motor will cause permanent damage to the magnets. Never exceed 180° F on the the motor or ESC. Gearing recommendations: Traxxas X-Maxx 16 pinion/35 spur, Mod 1.5 OR 24 pinion/54 spur, Mod 1, up to 8s. Arrma Kraton 8s - 24 pinion/47 spur, up to 8s. Arrma Outcast 8s - 24 pinion/47 spur, up to 8s. |
| Tech Notes: | The 1721-1260Kv is a water resistant design. The sensor board is coated with silicone conformal coating to protect the sensors from moisture. The sensor connections are not water resistant; water can cause signal loss which could result in loss of sensored capabilities. We recommend applying dielectric grease to the outside of the sensor wire connections after installation of the wire. Routine maintenance is recommended after running in wet conditions. Please refer to this document for running and maintaining motors in wet environments. |
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This is a high power product with the potential to be very dangerous. Please read the safety information before use. This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Motor designed in Olathe, Kansas USA.
Motor manufactured in China.
- Our IMPROVED 4-POLE 12-SLOT design boasts exceptional EFFICIENCY and produces LESS HEAT.
- QUIETSENSE™ technology shields the sensors from magnetic field noise generated from the motor coils and keeps your motor and ESC in sync at all times. Use of a Flux Shield™ in conjunction with secondary Sense Magnets delivers even HIGHER PRECISION and MORE EFFICIENT startups.
- Our OPTIMIZED design eliminates the need for mechanical timing adjustments. Our sensor alignment method delivers uniform timing and torque in both directions, automatically.
- Updated modern and sleek design; looks as cool as it performs.
You will reap the benefits of longer run times on one battery and a cooler running motor that can be pushed harder.
We take OVERPOWERING seriously.
Castle engineers always add a little something extra in their designs that takes your performance to the next level. We have not skimped here. Many customers have utilized our industry leading software functionality that Castle Link* offers. When paired with a Castle Creations sensor supported ESC, you can unlock advanced tuning capabilities that Castle Link provides specifically for sensored motors.
SMARTSENSE™ uses the motors sensors to start the motor to provide smooth starts, excellent torque, and low-speed drivability. Once the motor is turning, it seamlessly transitions to Castle’s ULTRA- EFFICIENT sensorless mode. When running, a motor must transition between different load points and a different timing advance is required for optimal efficiency at all load points. Using mechanical timing adjustments alone, you can only target one driving condition, such as higher start power or higher top end speed. This sacrifices performance and efficiency during the other driving phases. Electronic timing in SMARTSENSE™ will advance timing automatically for peak performance during all driving conditions. This allows users to combine the best of both worlds in an unrivaled HYBRID between smooth sensored startups and high-efficiency sensorless drive.
With a Castle sensored ESC and sensored motor you will have the ULTIMATE POWER PLANT for your vehicle. Users will experience PRECISE throttle control, BUTTERY SMOOTH starts, PEAK PERFORMANCE and EFFICIENCY throughout the full throttle range. You will feel the POWER and LONGER RUN TIMES that a WORLD-CLASS motor produces.
It’s not magic… it’s SMARTSENSE™.