XC-ESC XC-GL4990-1500 FOC Sensored Brushless Crawler Motor – 1500KV 3-8S
The XC-ESC XC-GL4990-1500 is a high-power FOC sensored brushless crawler motor designed for large-scale RC crawler applications. With its 1500KV rating and 3–8S LiPo compatibility, this motor is built for drivers who need strong torque, smooth low-speed control and reliable power delivery in demanding 1/5 and 1/6 scale crawler setups.
As part of the XC-ESC GL Series FOC Brushless Crawler Power System range, the XC-GL4990-1500 is developed for use with compatible FOC crawler ESCs such as the XC-GL6. FOC stands for Field-Oriented Control, an advanced motor control principle that manages motor current with high precision. In crawler applications, this helps deliver smoother torque, more linear throttle response and better control at very low speed.
The XC-GL4990-1500 is designed for use with sensored brushless crawler systems. The sensored motor feedback allows the ESC to know the rotor position accurately, resulting in smooth start-up, predictable throttle response and strong torque when the vehicle is moving slowly under load. This is essential for technical crawling, steep climbs, rock sections and large-scale off-road terrain.
The 4990 motor size provides serious torque capacity and thermal stability for heavy crawler builds. Combined with the 1500KV rating, the motor offers a strong balance between low-speed torque, usable wheel speed and controllable performance on 3S to 8S LiPo power systems.
The 4-pole rotor design delivers strong torque, efficient power delivery and responsive throttle behaviour. Combined with FOC control, the XC-GL4990-1500 is an excellent choice for large-scale crawler drivers who want smooth power delivery, high torque and precise control in challenging off-road conditions.
For best performance, the XC-GL4990-1500 should be paired with a compatible XC-ESC GL-Series FOC crawler ESC. This combination allows the driver to benefit from smooth FOC operation, strong drag control, precise throttle feel and crawler-specific tuning possibilities.
Features:
- FOC sensored brushless motor for large-scale RC crawler applications
- 1500KV rating for strong torque and controllable crawler performance
- Compatible with 3S to 8S LiPo power systems
- Designed for use with compatible XC-ESC GL-Series FOC crawler ESCs
- Advanced Field-Oriented Control support for smooth, linear torque delivery
- Excellent low-speed control for technical crawling
- Smooth start-up and precise throttle response
- Strong torque for rocks, climbs and heavy crawler setups
- Sensored design for accurate rotor position feedback
- 4-pole motor design for strong torque and efficient power delivery
- 4990 motor size for large-scale crawler builds
- Good balance between torque, wheel speed and controllability
- Recommended for use with the XC-ESC XC-GL6 FOC crawler ESC
- Suitable for 1/5 and 1/6 scale RC crawler applications
Technical Specifications:
- Model: XC-GL4990-1500
- Product name: XC ESC FOC Crawler Brushless Motor GL4990 1500KV 3-8S Sensored
- Type: FOC sensored brushless crawler motor
- Series: XC-ESC GL Series FOC Brushless Crawler Power System
- Motor size: 4990
- KV rating: 1500KV
- Battery input: 3–8S LiPo
- Motor design: 4-pole brushless motor
- Pairs of poles: 2
- No-load current: ≤6.5A
- Weight: approx. 672 g
- Shaft diameter: Ø5.0 mm
- Shaft end length: 18.5 mm
- Bearings: D19 x d8 x T6 / D19 x d8 x T6
- Recommended ESC: XC-ESC XC-GL6 FOC crawler ESC
- Suitable for: 1/5 and 1/6 RC crawler applications
