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Maximize RC Speed Without Overheating: Gearing Tips

We are going to dive into how to fine-tune your gearing for speed (mostly) without cooking your ESC or motor—and how a few Castle “tools” make it easy to get it right!

ESC Survival Guide: Preventing Failures for Ultimate R/C Performance

In this blog post, we'll delve into the common causes of ESC failures and discuss how to prevent them.

EXPERT TIPS: THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR CASTLE MOTOR

We understand that your R/C equipment is more than just a hobby—it's an investment of your time, energy, and passion. That's why this guide is designed to safeguard your investment and help you extract every ounce of performance from your Castle Creations motor.

WHEN TO USE A CAPPACK IN YOUR AIR OR SURFACE SETUP

A CapPack delivers smooth electrical flow, which helps reduce the load on an ESCs on-board capacitor(s) and aids in prolonging the life of your ESC.

Castle ESC Tuning for Crawlers

The Castle Link software gives you access to a whole new world of tuning options, this overview covers the crawling/trail settings most commonly used!

MOTOR SERIES: SENSORED VS SENSORLESS

A simple overview of SENSORED vs SENSORLESS motors for RC surface applications.

NEW FEATURE: DATA LOG CAPABILITIES NOW AVAILABLE ON CASTLE LINK MOBILE APP!

View and email a detailed turn-by-turn record of what your ESC actually experienced on your phone!

NEW PRODUCT: MAMBA MICRO X2 EXTREME ESC

In 2004 the Mamba power systems made plug-and-play, bolt-in brushless power available to the 1/18th scale car and truck markets for the first time ever. We are welcoming 2022, CASTLE’S 25th YEAR OF OVERPOWERING RC, with the release of the completely refreshed MAMBA MICRO X2.

NEW PRODUCT: 1721-2400KV BRUSHLESS MOTOR

The 1721-2400Kv motor is an exclusive offering available to those that are ready to take their extreme speed and drag setups to the next level.

NEW PRODUCT: MOTOR REBUILD KITS FOR 14XX & 15XX SENSORED MOTORS

Overheated your motor? Bent the output shaft? Our rotor replacement kits allow you to repair a damaged rotor or shaft. It is easy to replace and contains all of the parts necessary to get your motor back up and running.

NEW PRODUCT: COPPERHEAD 10 PERFORMANCE ESC

Meet the COPPERHEAD 10 PERFORMANCE ESC. If you’re ready to transform your 1:10 scale stock vehicle or kit from dull to dangerously fun, look no further.

TECH TIP: HOW DO I SET UP MY ESC TO RUN HV LIPOS??

There are a few considerations to be aware of if you are introducing LiHV batteries into your Castle powered setups.

Featured - New Products

Mar 19, 2025

DYNAMIC DUO OF POWER: CASTLE COBRA 5 & COBRA 5 ACE

Mar 19, 2025

Jul 14, 2024

COBRA 10 - FROM THE TRAILS TO THE TRACK!

Jul 14, 2024

Feb 2, 2024

COBRA 8 - OUR NEXT GEN ESC DESIGNED FOR 8TH SCALE!

Feb 2, 2024

Apr 13, 2023

NEW 1721 1260KV MOTOR! THE BEST RC BASH MOTOR?

Apr 13, 2023

Nov 9, 2022

BRUSHLESS SENSORED MOTORS FOR 1:14 AND 1:16 SCALE VEHICLES!

Nov 9, 2022

Jul 13, 2022

NEW PRODUCT: 1412 SERIES MOTORS FOR SERIOUS TORQUE

Jul 13, 2022

Mar 11, 2022

NEW PRODUCT: MAMBA MICRO X2 EXTREME ESC

Mar 11, 2022

Oct 27, 2021

NEW PRODUCT: 1721-2400KV BRUSHLESS MOTOR

Oct 27, 2021

Aug 13, 2021

NEW PRODUCT: MOTOR REBUILD KITS FOR 14XX & 15XX SENSORED MOTORS

Aug 13, 2021

Featured - Product Support

RC Gearing, Castle Link, Data Logging, Gear Ratio

Maximize RC Speed Without Overheating: Gearing Tips

RC Gearing, Castle Link, Data Logging, Gear Ratio

We are going to dive into how to fine-tune your gearing for speed (mostly) without cooking your ESC or motor—and how a few Castle “tools” make it easy to get it right!

RC Gearing, Castle Link, Data Logging, Gear Ratio

winter, Cold weather R/C, Waterproof, Performance

Calling all Winter Warriors!

winter, Cold weather R/C, Waterproof, Performance

Don’t let winter put your hobby on ice! Castle Creations is offering great tips and cool discounts to keep your RC vehicles blazing trails in the frostiest conditions.

winter, Cold weather R/C, Waterproof, Performance

Arrma Granite Grom, Arrma Typhon Grom, Arrma Mojave Grom

Performance Advisory: Granite Grom 1/18th

Arrma Granite Grom, Arrma Typhon Grom, Arrma Mojave Grom

By making this small adjustment, you’re not only safeguarding your motor from potential failure but also unlocking the full potential of your Castle-powered Arrma Grom.

Arrma Granite Grom, Arrma Typhon Grom, Arrma Mojave Grom

Lipo batteries, Cold weather R/C, winter, Tech Tip, R/C Hobby, R/C Cars, Radio-Controlled

COLD CRUISERS: TIPS AND TRICKS FOR WINTER R/C CAR ENTHUSIASTS

Lipo batteries, Cold weather R/C, winter, Tech Tip, R/C Hobby, R/C Cars, Radio-Controlled

From choosing the right tires and adjusting tire pressure to modifying the setup of your car, you'll learn to make adjustments based on the specific challenges presented by winter weather.

Lipo batteries, Cold weather R/C, winter, Tech Tip, R/C Hobby, R/C Cars, Radio-Controlled

Electronic Speed Controller, Castle ESC, Remote Control, R/C Drag Racing, R/C Speed Run, Remote-controlled vehicles, Data Logging

ESC Survival Guide: Preventing Failures for Ultimate R/C Performance

Electronic Speed Controller, Castle ESC, Remote Control, R/C Drag Racing, R/C Speed Run, Remote-controlled vehicles, Data Logging

In this blog post, we'll delve into the common causes of ESC failures and discuss how to prevent them.

Electronic Speed Controller, Castle ESC, Remote Control, R/C Drag Racing, R/C Speed Run, Remote-controlled vehicles, Data Logging

BLDC Motors, Castle Sensored Motors, Brushless Motor, Tech Tip

EXPERT TIPS: THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR CASTLE MOTOR

BLDC Motors, Castle Sensored Motors, Brushless Motor, Tech Tip

500 Heli Class, RC Drag Racing, RC Speed Racing, CapPack, Ripple Voltage

WHEN TO USE A CAPPACK IN YOUR AIR OR SURFACE SETUP

500 Heli Class, RC Drag Racing, RC Speed Racing, CapPack, Ripple Voltage

A CapPack delivers smooth electrical flow, which helps reduce the load on an ESCs on-board capacitor(s) and aids in prolonging the life of your ESC.

500 Heli Class, RC Drag Racing, RC Speed Racing, CapPack, Ripple Voltage

Castle Link App, castle link, Crawler Mode, Rock Race Mode, Castle ESC, Programming

Castle ESC Tuning for Crawlers

Castle Link App, castle link, Crawler Mode, Rock Race Mode, Castle ESC, Programming

The Castle Link software gives you access to a whole new world of tuning options, this overview covers the crawling/trail settings most commonly used!

Castle Link App, castle link, Crawler Mode, Rock Race Mode, Castle ESC, Programming

Mamba Micro X2, Mamba Micro X, Mamba X, Mamba Monster X8S, Mamba XLX2, Mamba Monster X, Audible Alerts

MAMBA X SERIES AUDIBLE ALERTS- WHAT ARE THEY SAYING?

Mamba Micro X2, Mamba Micro X, Mamba X, Mamba Monster X8S, Mamba XLX2, Mamba Monster X, Audible Alerts

Castle Mamba X and Cobra ESCs provide users with audible alerts that notify them of various issues or error conditions to help diagnose problems. Find video and PDF resources here.

Mamba Micro X2, Mamba Micro X, Mamba X, Mamba Monster X8S, Mamba XLX2, Mamba Monster X, Audible Alerts