Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)

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The Castle Sidewinder SV4 12.6V Waterproof 1/10 ESC builds upon Castle’s most popular platform, the Sidewinder 1/10 series. The ESC is the first of its kind to run Castle’s CRYO-DRIVE technology that combines technology from cutting-edge hardware and software advancements to increase thermal performance. Cooler temps mean longer runs and more power! The Sidewinder 4 is a versatile ESC and is a great choice for short course, on road  and monster truck applications when paired with the correct motor, as well as rock crawlers when used in brushed mode.

This combo includes a Sidewinder 4 ESC and 1410-3800Kv sensored motor. The 1410-3800kv is ideal for short course trucks running on 2s LiPo and weighing up to 6.5 lbs; it can be run on a 3s LiPo with very conservative gearing. It is a cool running torque animal for lighter 1/10th scale 2WD stadium trucks and buggies running up to a 3s LiPo.

Features:

  • 2s - 3s LiPo; 6 - 8 cell NiMH use in vehicles up 6.5lbs with battery, ready-to-run
  • Sensorless brushless and/or brushed motor operation
  • Waterproof design ESC and splash resistant 30mm fan*
  • 5.0 volts fixed, 2 amps Peak BEC
  • Audible alerts for error conditions
  • Enhanced drag brake functionality
  • Smoother sensorless startups
  • Convenient transmitter programming for six common adjustable settings
  • Additional settings and software updates available via Windows®-based Castle Link software and USB adapter (sold separately) or via Field Link Card (sold separately)
  • Telemetry Link  compatible for Futaba® S.BUS2 (sold separately)

Specifications:
Input Voltage Range:
2s - 3s LiPo; 6 - 8 cell NiMH
BEC Specifications: 5.0 volts fixed, 2 amps.
Operating Environment: Waterproof* design allows for use in nearly any environment
Brake: Proportional
Reversible: Yes, but may be disabled for racing.
On/Off Switch: Yes
Cooling Fan: 30mm fan included
ESC Size: 2.08x1.50x1.28" (52.92x38.05x32.56mm)
ESC Weight (w/wires): 2.26 oz. (64 g)
Connectors: 4mm female bullets for motor connection.
Items Needed for Operation: Brushless or Brushed motor, Battery Connector required; Castle 4mm polarized connectors, Dean's Ultra Plug, or Traxxas Power Connector recommended.
Application Guidelines: The Sidewinder 4 is a versatile ESC that can be used in a wide variety of applications. it can be paired with any 14xx series 4-pole brushless motors; it can also be used in a rock crawling application with a brushed motor down to a 19 turn.
Max. Recommended Vehicle Weight: No more than 6.5lbs with battery, ready-to-run.
Programmability: Fully programmable Castle feature set using Castle Link USB adapter (sold separately) and freely downloadable Castle Link Windows software.
Telemetry Link Capable: Yes

*Product Use Statements: Although Sidewinder 4 is waterproof, it is not intended for operation while completely submerged in liquid. They can corrode when exposed to corrosive materials, such as salt water. Always rinse the ESC with clean water after exposure to corrosives or dirt. While the controller may be waterproof, Castle recommends users confirm that the rest of their vehicle, including the batteries, servos, radio and chassis are also waterproof before exposing them to liquids of any kind.

Tech Notes:

  • Not all LiPos are created equal, and surge ratings should never be used to determine a pack’s suitability for a brushless application. Use the CONTINUOUS C rating only. Brushless setups frequently hit 100+ amps in peaks. Castle strongly suggests using 5,000mAh or larger LiPo cells with a discharge rating of at least 30C (or high quality 25C batteries). Castle suggests using only mild gear ratios with NiMH cells. Do not attempt to use NiMH cells in extreme setups.
  • Please refer to the Castle Gearing Chart for recommended motor, battery and gearing for some of the more popular vehicles on the market.

This product was added to our catalog on February 20, 2018

Edwin Tirado
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 5 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Great system! I feel it performs better that my previous velineon system on my 2wd slash.
chris dowty
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 5 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Great system! Lots of power.cant keep the front end down in my 2wd monster slash.
Eric Wang
Verified Owner
Sunday, Aug 16 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
All I can say is that I am very impressed with this system. I installed this on to my Slash 2WD LCG with 16/90 gearing, and stock tires and driveshafts shafts. The brushed motor (Titan 12T 550) that it came with heats up pretty fast, and is very inefficient compared to this.

After I installed this, what a difference! I was expecting it to cog, but the low end is fantastic (just as well or even better than a brushed motor)! It's got a ton of low-end torque, and it is much more responsive than the stock brushed motor. The reaction is almost instant, and it just goes! During braking, it is even able to lock the rear tires fairly easily and slows the car down a whole lot faster than before. Speed seems similar to the stock, maybe a bit faster or slower (not too sure), but it is not that noticeable.

In terms of heat, this system stays very cool. It even manages to stay relatively cool during 100F weather (ESC has a bit of warmth to the touch, the motor is noticeably warmer, but is definitely on the cool temp side)!

The system also runs very quietly, even with the fan on (the fan noise is hardly noticeable). The motor also does not make much noise either. It runs quiet enough to hear the slipper clutch slip, and you are only able to hear some gear noise. What I really like about this is that the "chirp" the ESC just sounds high-tech, which is very nice.

In terms of aesthetics, they knocked it out of the park! Castle did a great job. Love the green motor can, the finish is perfect, no blemishes or defects of any kind. I also really like the look of the SW4. It's a great thing that the color and words on the ESC are not stickers (the Traxxas ESC had stickers, which really bug me, and they also don't last that long), and seem to be silk screened on the plastic. There is a bit of blemishing on the bottom of the ESC, but I don't mind it, since I will not see it. With that said, everything about this seems to be pretty high quality.

I have liked nearly everything about this system, but there are a few things that Castle should definitely improve on. And that is its internal BEC. The Traxxas XL5 is at 6V with a current output of 1 amp, yet this is only at 5V with a current output of 2 amps. Though there is more amperage, more (or even the same) voltage would be great. Hobbywing, on the other hand, offers from 6V all the way up to 7.4V with an output current of 3 amps, which is noticeably better than Castle's.

Other than that, I am very happy with this system and would recommend this to anyone.

P.S. Another thing that I think is awesome with this system is that the motor is sensored, which always makes upgrading easier when I want a sensored system.
Michael Jansen
Verified Owner
Friday, Sep 6 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
This is a really nice system From Castle. It is like next level power system for just about any 1/10 scale RC. I used this system on my highly modified 2wd slash and it works like a charm. I own just about every power system from Castle Creations. The ability to program this system is unmatched. I have other brands and even the cheap Chinese ones but as for me I will only use Castle electronics. I have at least 15 RC’s and I build them to exceed the their maximum potential. I have only ever had one of their motors burn up on me, but this was because I was not using it as it was designed. High kv ratings on bashers just don’t last long. I will be replacing my old sidewinder 3’s with this model.
Larry Vaughn
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Jul 16 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
I'm new to rc cars but this set up sure woke up my 2wd slash.
Bolt and play fun! Can't wait to try 3 cell.
Vary pleased.
Matthew Ryan
Verified Owner
Friday, Jul 12 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Great combo! I have it in my Rustler 2wd. I am able to gear it pretty high with no heat issues. Just watch your temperatures. AMain Hobbies got my order to me in 52 hours! Awesome service. Thank you, AMain!
Marcus Jones
Verified Owner
Friday, Jun 21 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
First castle product I've owned. Haven't really run it but a couple of times since ive gotten it but so far so good!
Kevin Trainor
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 5 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Amain shipped within 2 hours of me placing the order. I installed this system on my stock rustler on 2s. This has torque for days, almost to much. I definitely recommend this combo. I now need to replace everything to handle this power, broke a driveshaft after 6 or 7 runs and wore out the rear bearings.
david woodard
Verified Owner
Monday, Feb 4 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
easy installation performing great have used their products for years
Robert DeFimis
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Nov 3 2021 (about 2 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
This is a great combo for any truck .
It works better than I thought it would, I’m very happy with it. Thanks.
Bobbie Molck
Verified Owner
Thursday, Oct 14 2021 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Love the upgrade I got when I purchased the castle esc/motor combo
I definitely recommend the part as well as the company
Brett Henry
Verified Owner
Friday, Jul 9 2021 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Just like all the other reviews- dropped this into my 2wd Traxxas Slash. Works great. Changed the pinion gear to the other one that came with the Slash (more teeth). On 2s it was around 30 mph. On 3s 40mph.
Matt Dixon
Verified Owner
Monday, Aug 10 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Put this combo into an Axial SMT10 after the stock brushed setup burnt. WOW! With a 2s battery it really turned into a MONSTER TRUCK! And with 3s its a wheelie and air king. Expect to break driveshafts/axles, shear trans and diff gears and flatten the plastic spur if you get heavy on the throttle. Perfect speed and torque combo in my opinion.
Gregory Pianka
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jun 6 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
This thing is a blast to own have not had any problems with it.
Jarrod Henderson
Verified Owner
Wednesday, May 27 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Great product, exactly what I needed/wanted. Castle rocks!!!
Josh Harper
Verified Owner
Wednesday, May 13 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Ran this at almost full throttle for an hour and a half and the motor got the slightest bit warm. ESC stayed cold the entire time. Highly recommend for any driving situation.
Ismael Munoz
Sunday, Apr 19 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
The system is pretty good in the performance section; however, you cannot gear it up to high with a 3s. I have a Hobbywing max10 combo, and it runs cool on 3s. I was using a 26 tooth pinion and 86 tooth spur, and the thing flew and popped wheelies. But the motor was getting way too hot for my likings; so, I geared it down to a 16tooth pinion. Even then, the motor was a little too hot, but it was a lot more bearable than before. If you were to run it on any gearing higher than stock, I would recommend putting a fan on the motor to keep the temps down.
Michael MacKinnon
Verified Owner
Monday, Nov 11 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Thanks for helping me choose this awesome ESC & Motor Combo! Great customer service!
Cheers,
Sleddge
Verified Owner
Thursday, Aug 8 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
Great value, programming is a little bit of a pain (changing max throttle for when I'm driving compared to when my daughter is driving). 4 Castle combo I've bought and I'll continue to buy them whenever I need then
Travis Morse
Verified Owner
Thursday, Jun 27 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Sidewinder SW4 Waterproof 1/10 ESC/Motor Combo w/1410 (3800kV)
I had a very positive experience ordering from amain hobbies. They had what I wanted and I received it exactly when they said I would. I will definitely be ordering more from amian hobbies!