The Axial SCX24 is one of the most popular micro crawlers on the market. This small but mighty crawler has a huge fan following online and an endless supply of upgrade parts and hop-ups.
But what is the best motor and ESC combo for the Axial SCX24?
With so many different options on the market and many opinions online, it can be tough to find the absolute best motor and ESC combo for your Axial crawler.
We have reviewed the best options, weighed user opinions, and put together our guide for the best motor and ESC combo for the Axial SCX24. Alright, let’s dive in!
Why You Should Upgrade the Motor and ESC on the Axial SCX24
The stock motor in the SCX24 is a brushed motor. If the stock motor has burnt up or broken, a brushed motor upgrade will be your cheapest option to get your rig back running again.
However, upgrading to a brushless motor will provide more torque, and brushless motors typically last longer than brushed motors. I prefer brushless systems in all of my RC cars, but they do come with a higher price tag.
If you plan to go with a larger brushless motor, you may have to purchase additional parts to mount the brushless system.
So, if you want a cheap option to get you back crawling, pick up a brushed upgrade motor on Amazon. Do your research and double check the motor will fit your SCX24 before you purchase.
Axial SCX24 Brushed Motor Upgrade
If all you need is a new motor, there are plenty of options on the market. Since the Axial SCX24 is a small crawler, some parts will fit tightly or will require some modifications to the chassis.
Injora 050 Pro Motor (2 Pack!)
Many Axial drivers like the Injora 050 Pro motor. This upgrade motor will provide more torque and will give your rig a power boost. You get a two-pack of motors for a crazy low price. This upgrade motor will improve the crawlability of the SCX24 and provides a better overall experience.
From our research, you will likely have to modify the battery tray slightly to get a nice gear mesh. Many Amazon comments back up this claim and says that filing down the battery tray slightly is easy and creates a better fit.
Axial SCX ESC And Motor Combo Upgrade – Brushed Parts
If you are looking to overhaul the motor, ESC, and gearbox on your SCX24, the best option on the market is the Furitek Brushed Ultimate Package.
The motor in this package is the brushed Chameleon motor. The ESC is the Iguana Pro brushed ESC. This motor and ESC combo is very popular. The best part of this package is the motor comes premounted to the upgraded gearbox.
The Furitek motor and ESC combo for the SCX24 brings the following enhancements and dimensions:
Dimensions
- 26.8mm long
- 15.5mm diameter
- 18.3g weight
Enhancements
- Direct fit in the SCX24 (according to the product specs)
- Plug-and-play compatibility
- 2S and 3S LiPo compatibility
- Carbon fiber motor mount
- 80 Turn
Here are the three items separated out for your review:
Axial SCX Brushless Motor And ESC Combo Upgrade
The Komodo motor from Furitek is one of the best brushless motor upgrades for the Axial SCX24. Since this motor is larger than the stock motor, you may have to modify your rig to get it to fit. You must also purchase the motor mount and pinion gear to complete the upgrade. These products are displayed below.
Note: there is a micro Komodo available if you want to explore that option.
Furitek Komodo Brushless Motor
The Komodo brushless motor has the following specs and dimensions:
Dimensions:
- 28mm diameter
- 19mm height
- 2204 Stator Size
- 29.5g weight
Dimensions:
- 1400kV
- 0.5A no-load current
- 180 watts
- 7.4-14.8V (2-4s LiPo) input voltage
- 0.24ohm resistance
- Max Current of 15A
- 12s slots
- pole count 14p
Here are the three parts you may need to complete the brushless upgrade:
FAQs For The Best Motor And ESC Combo For The Axial SCX24
What is the best ESC for The SCX24?
The Lizard ESC by Furitek is an excellent upgrade option for the SCX24. This ESC is 2S and 3S and pairs up well with the Furitek Komodo.
Can The Axial SCX24 ESC run brushless motor?
The stock ESC on the SCX24 is made to run a brushed motor. If you want to upgrade to a brushless system, you must purchase an aftermarket ESC, like the Furitek Lizard, capable of running both brushless and brushed motors. You then must upgrade to a brushless motor to get the max performance the Lizard ESC provides.
How big is the stock Axial SCX24 motor?
The stock motor in the SCX24 is a 180-size brushed motor. It comes with a 10T pinion and meshes into the 55T spur gear. It can run 7.4 volt 2S Lipo packs.
Conclusion For The Best Motor And ESC Combo For The Axial SCX24
There are so many optional upgrade parts made for the Axial SCX24. We like Furitek’s options for the SCX24 because they have been tested by many drivers and have great reviews online.
If you are looking to upgrade your Axial crawler on a budget, upgrading to a larger brushed motor is a great step to improve crawlability.
However, if you want to spend a bit more cash, upgrading to a full-blown brushless system will provide the most performance boosts!
Before you purchase any aftermarket motor, make sure it fits! There are so many videos online showing how an aftermarket motor is a little bit too big for some of the stock chassis components. You may end up needing a few extra parts to make everything fit. So, do your research and have fun hopping up your SCX24!
