Brushed · Brushless · Pinions
Motors
Brushless conversions raise the performance ceiling. Pinion changes are the cheapest tuning move available.
Why it matters
The stock brushed motor is a starting point, not a destination. Brushless systems offer more power, better efficiency, and longer life. At minimum, experimenting with pinion gear ratios costs almost nothing and directly affects how the car pulls through corners.
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3500KV Sensorless Brushless Motor
Aluminum-housed 3500KV brushless motor for Mini-Z. Significant power increase over stock brushed.
Shop →Brushless Motor System — MR-03
High-efficiency brushless motor with matched ESC. Race-ready out of the box.
Shop →Mini-Z V4 Brushless Motor
Fits all Mini-Z motor mounts including MR-04. Compatible with Kyosho, PN, and aftermarket mounts.
Shop →EZRUN Mini28 Brushless Combo (Motor + ESC)
Matched 1/28-scale brushless motor and ESC. The simplest path to brushless on MA-020 and MR-03 chassis -- single SKU, no part-matching.
Shop →Pinion & Spur Gear Set
Multiple pinion sizes covering the useful ratio range. Cheapest handling and power tuning move available.
Shop →MX-01 Motor & Drive Parts
High-torque motor for the MX-01. Prioritizes pulling power and control over top speed.
Shop →Related Guides
Mini-Z Brushed Motor Guide: Turn Counts and What to Buy
What Mini-Z brushed motor turn counts actually mean, the RPM-vs-torque-vs-heat trade-off, and how to pick the right motor for your track and class.
MA-020 Motor Upgrade: FET, Brushless, Club Rules
How to upgrade your MA-020 motor step by step, from FET replacement to brushless conversion, with class rule context for club and IFMAR racing.
Mini-Z Brushless Conversion: Motor, ESC & LiPo
Step-by-step brushless conversion for Mini-Z MR-03 and MA-020. Motor KV selection, ESC compatibility, LiPo wiring, and what actually changes on the track.