The Redcat Racing RER39462 is a high-performance 3450KV brushless motor designed specifically for the 1/18 scale Ascent-18 platform. This motor is a significant upgrade over standard brushed motors, offering higher efficiency, a longer lifespan, and vastly improved low-end throttle control. The 3450KV rating provides an excellent balance between high-speed wheel spin (useful for clearing mud or bouncing up ledges) and the smooth, low-speed torque required for technical rock crawling.
Vehicle Compatibility
This motor is the factory-standard brushless unit for the high-end Ascent-18 models and a direct upgrade for the brushed versions:
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Ascent-18 Brushless (Original replacement)
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Ascent-18 (Brushless upgrade - requires brushless-compatible ESC)
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Ascent-18 Scout II
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Ascent-18 Apex
Key Features
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Brushless Efficiency: Offers more power with less heat buildup, allowing for longer run times on a single battery charge.
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Superior Slow-Speed Crawling: Engineered to minimize "cogging," providing the smooth startup and fine throttle resolution needed for precise tire placement.
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Increased Wheel Speed: The 3450KV rating gives your 1/18 rig the extra punch needed to tackle obstacles that require momentum.
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Maintenance-Free Design: Unlike brushed motors, there are no brushes to wear out or clean, making it a "set it and forget it" performance part.
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Direct Bolt-On: Features the correct mounting pattern and shaft size for the Ascent-18 motor plate and pinion gears.
Technical Specifications
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Motor Type: Brushless
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KV Rating: 3450KV
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Scale: 1/18
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Compatibility: Redcat Ascent-18 Series
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Part Number: RER39462
