Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate

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The Castle Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo with 2280Kv Slate 1406 Motor is ideal for 1:10 scale rock crawlers, trail rigs, touring cars, stadium trucks and buggies on 2S-4S with appropriate gearing.

The Castle Creations Mamba X is extremely versatile, and capable of powering a wide variety of applications and vehicles.* The Mamba X is ideal for racing at the track with your 2wd buggy, bashing through mud puddles in your monster truck, or navigating a hardcore trail with your crawler. The Mamba X raises the bar.

The Castle "Slate" 1406 Sensored 4-Pole Brushless Crawler Motors are ROCK READY! With super smooth startup and low RPM control, Castle has you covered if you are looking for the ultimate motor for the trails or Ultra 4 track day.

*In 1/8th scale setups, the Mamba X is intended to be used for off-road racing in buggies weighing up to 9 lbs (including batteries and ready-to-run). In these 1/8th scale racing setups, the Mamba X should be run at 4S Lipo (16.8V) max and is recommended to be paired with the Castle 1512-1800Kv (P/N: 060-0062-00) or Castle 1512-2650Kv (P/N: 060-0061-00) motor, with appropriate gearing only.

 


ESC Features:

  • Wide 2S to 6S input voltage range
  • Sensored Motor Support (Castle X-Series Sensor Harness Included)
  • Waterproof
  • 8A Adjustable BEC (5.25V-8.0V)
  • Data-logging
  • Rugged CNC Aluminum Case
  • Castle Link Programming Support
  • SmartSense™
  • Integrated Capacitors
  • Removable 30mm Cooling Fan
  • Integrated 4mm Bullet Connectors
  • 12 AWG Power Wires
  • Waterproof Switch
  • Audible Alerts
  • The Mamba X is proudly designed and manufactured in Olathe, Kansas
  • Backed by Castle Creations’ 1-year warranty and unparalleled "make-it-right" customer support

Specifications:

  • ESC:
    • Input Voltage Range: 2S LiPo (7.4V) to 6S LiPo (25.2V)
    • BEC Specifications: Adjustable: 5.5V, 6.0V, 7.5V. or 8.0V (8A Peak), default 5.5V
    • 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: Yes, factory equipped (30mm), fully removable** (see Product Use Statements below)
    • Size (LxWxH): 2.14x1.39x1.18" (54.4x35.2x30.0mm)
    • Weight (with wires): 3.56 oz. (101g)
    • Connectors: 4.0mm female bullets for motor connection.
    • Items Needed for Operation: Battery Connector
    • Application Guidelines: Intended for up to 6S (25.2 Volt) operation in vehicles weighing less than 9bs/4kg
    • Recommended Motors: Castle 1406, 1410 and 1415 Sensored motors
    • Max. Recommended Vehicle Weight: Less than 9bs/4kg, with batteries, ready-to-run
    • Telemetry Link Capable: Yes
    • Programmability: Fully programmable Castle feature set using Castle Link USB adapter (coupon for free link included in package) and freely downloadable Castle Link Windows software.
  • Motor:
    • Input Voltage Range: 2S-4S LiPo
    • Kv: 2280
    • Max. RPM: 100,000
    • Can Length: 49.5mm
    • Can Diameter: 36mm
    • Weight (w/wires): 197 g / 6.9oz
    • Shaft Size: Length: 15mm
    • Shaft Diameter: 1/8" (3.17mm) (Optional 5mm rotor replacement available)
    • Mounting Hole Specifications: M3 @ 25mm
    • Cooling Fan: Optional - Coming Soon
    • Connectors: 4mm male Castle Bullet Connectors
    • Items Needed for Operation: Compatible Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
    • Application Guidelines: Ideal for 1:10 scale rock crawlers, trail rigs, touring cars, stadium trucks and buggies on 2S-4S with appropriate gearing.
    • Recommended ESC(s): Mamba Max Pro, Mamba X, Mamba Micro X
    • Max. Recommended Vehicle Weight: 
    • Running modes: SMARTSENSE™, Sensored, Sensorless with Castle sensored capable ESCs.
Product Use Statements:
  • *Although Mamba X is waterproof, it is not intended for operation while completely submerged in liquid. Always rinse the ESC and motor with clean water after exposure to corrosives or dirt. While the motor and controller may be waterproof, Castle suggests 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.
  • **The cooling fan must be removed prior to driving in wet conditions. It is not waterproof.

Tech Notes:

  • Mamba X setups frequently hit 100+ amps in peaks and not all LiPos are created equal. Surge ratings should never be used to determine a pack's suitability for a brushless application. Recommended battery capacity for 1:10th and 1:8th scale vehicles is 5000mAh. We recommend using 30C continuous discharge or higher LiPo batteries (or high quality 25C batteries such as Traxxas® Power Cell).
  • Our experience suggests using only mild gear ratios with NiMH cells. Do not attempt to use NiMH cells in extreme setups.
  • Applying voltages higher than 25.2V will cause irreparable damage to ESC.
  • We recommend a high-current connector designed for high-powered electric systems, rated for 70+ amps. Invest in connector sets made for high-powered electric systems such as our Castle 6.5mm Polarized Connectors, Castle 4.0mm Polarized Connectors, Traxxas® Power Connectors, or Deans® Ultra Plugs

NOTE: Water Resistant Motor Design: The sensor board is coated with silicone conformal coating to protect the sensors from moisture. The sensor connections are not water resistant; water can cause signal loss which could result in loss of sensored capabilities. Castle recommends applying dielectric grease to the outside of the sensor wire connections after installation of the wire. Routine maintenance is recommended after running in wet conditions. Please refer to the document in the resources tab for running and maintaining motors in wet environments.

This product was added to our catalog on July 17, 2017

Gregory Newson
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Feb 3 2021 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
I considered this combo, the Hobbywing Axe combo, and the Hobbywing Fusion, when I wanted a brushless system for my Traxxas TRX4 Defender. The Castle system became my first choice, for these reasons (Others may feel differently):
1- Castle has actually warrantied and fixed a problem for me before, where Hobbywing did not (Even during the warranty period—Blanket statement was must have been abused).
2- Castle includes a redeemable coupon, to get a free USB programmer interface, Or, a reduced cost handheld programmer. I believe the Axe system includes a handheld programmer, but I don’t know about the Fusion. I already owned a Castle handheld, as well as a Hobbywing handheld. I also have a Hobbywing WiFi module (Not certain if the Ace is compatible), and it SUCKS!
3- I don’t much care for having a proprietary motor only on the Axe. It may prove to be a Great Leap Forward, but I haven’t been sold on it,
4- There is about an $80 spread amongst the three options I considered. The Castle was in the middle. The Fusion is quite a bit less than the other two, which definitely made me look harder at it.
5- The high current output of the Mamba X is awesome!
6- I love the aux in function (I’m using it to adjust my Drag Brake), for making on-the-fly ESC adjustments.
Jeffrey Green
Verified Owner
Monday, Feb 11 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
This is a great system! I run them in my crawlers, bombers, and race rigs! Excellent setup and with the castle link or Bluetooth link, extremely easy to program and set up!
Anonymous
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 5 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
it was indeed a superb purchase. I have no complaints, as a matter of fact, it made me new enemies in the rc world. the competition had very difficult times trying to catch up. I recommend it to anyone that wants speed and controllability
samuel harrison
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jan 30 2021 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
I put this in a scx10iii its awesome it replaced a hobbywing 1080 and a 550 10t 5 slot motor. The castle has more control power speed. Ran both on 3s and 11t pinion. If you are having trouble deciding just buy the castle combo.
Sebas Oleas
Verified Owner
Saturday, Nov 23 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Awesome, the setup is 12t pinion and 3s. I just make some settings with the castle link and the start up is super smooth, I have more punch than my 550 21t with 13t pinion and 3s. The drag brake is fantastic. Plus it was very simple to calibrate and program. I will use my coupon to buy the programming card.
Actualization, the drag brake it's awesome. Nothing of the video showed on YouTube of the comparative with de Axe system. If you set it right the car will hold very strong
LB
Verified Owner
Saturday, Nov 9 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
I've run this setup in my Honcho on 3s for close to a year now with only one issue, the power switch. I really wish they would include a better sealed power switch. The ESC and motor are a really great combo.
Anonymous
Verified Owner
Monday, Oct 28 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Awesome combo for my TRX4. Castle Creations never disappoints!
Jeremey Catron
Verified Owner
Thursday, Feb 14 2019 (about 5 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
I absolutely Love the Mamba X combos so much I'm running the Mamba setups in 4 or 5 in my personal rigs and I couldn't ask for a better product
Just a rock creeper
Verified Owner
Sunday, Jul 31 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Cant go wrong with a castle mamba x and slate 2280kv combo. I made the mistake of going with 'hobbyjunk' last time, never again
Evan Moore
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Dec 16 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Edit: I took some time away from this and went back at it with a fresh mindset. I figured out what all of the beeps signified since the instructions were not clear about that. The little bit I ran the Element RC Gatekeeper that this is in left me impressed. It’s much faster than my other crawlers and seems even with my Traxxas Snap-On edition 6x6 in high gear. Take time to figure out the esc and the way to program it and you’ll be good to go. I changed my rating to a 4 star after figuring this out, but held off giving a 5 star review because of the programming instructions being difficult to follow. I would definitely recommend this combo to anyone after figuring it out.
Robert Lockman
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Jul 7 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
BEST motor esc combo for any crawler for speed and power.
Aaron Hickey
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Mar 11 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Runs super smooth and it’s fast but I can crawl slow too. It’s a perfect set up, I’ve got two combos, one for my Wraith and one for my Bomber
Jo Dasalla
Verified Owner
Saturday, Feb 8 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
This upgrade from brushed to brushless system made my crawler runs great. Thanks Jake for the recommendation, if I get my next crawler prolly install another one of this. Thumbs up for this items, and will recommend it.
Nikolay Zakharov
Verified Owner
Thursday, Nov 21 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Excellent product. Fast delivery. Quick connect to my model! Test and video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fdsD3LcwhZc&t=14s
Cameron Kalani
Verified Owner
Saturday, Nov 9 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba X Waterproof Sensored Brushless Combo w/2280kV Slate
Very awesome combo! Torque on startup is a bit weak especially under a lot of load(like every other sensored brushless system) but it does the job very well overall and lots of power for my TRX6! For now I'm sticking with stock 11t pinion, very fun to run the thing on 4s and go crazy with it and not have to worry about temp issues, and also at the same time run 3s and the combo drives super smooth and technical!