Hobbywing Fusion Pro 2300kv Review - Best brushless rc crawler motor/esc combo

Hobbywing Fusion Pro motor/esc is the best brushless motor and esc combo for rc crawlers
Hobbywing Fusion Pro 2300kv $150 - alnk.to/8PAEVst
Hobbywing Axe motor options - alnk.to/60WxepK
Holmes Hobbies brushless motors - alnk.to/7X0S1oJ
Castle Creations motors - alnk.to/90vpUj6
Hobbywing 1080 brushed esc - alnk.to/bP9xBng
Crawler motors at Amainhobbies - alnk.to/c04iAcM

[@RCReviewChannel]

Purchase links here: Hobbywing Fusion Pro 2300kv $150 - alnk.to/8PAEVst Hobbywing Axe motor options - alnk.to/60WxepK Holmes Hobbies brushless motors - alnk.to/7X0S1oJ Castle Creations motors - alnk.to/90vpUj6 Hobbywing 1080 brushed esc - alnk.to/bP9xBng Crawler motors at Amainhobbies - alnk.to/c04iAcM

[@FarmerFpv]

This motor is awesome, I have it on all my crawlers. My TRX4 is so smooth on the low end and rips in 2nd gear. It's fast. I recommend this motor to everyone with a 1/10 crawler. it's that good. Now if only they would make one for 1/6th scale for my Honcho. That would be so clean under the hood. I appreciate your reviews, I purchase m products based on your reviews and thorough testing that I enjoy watching. You're a legend!

[@beng.6417]

What do you think of the 1800 version?

[@tikkabrno]

Hi, following your channel as my go to 👍🇦🇺 Keen to do this motor upgrade on my trx4. Question i have is, if the esc is inbuilt into the motor, what controls the steering servo? Do i keep the standard esc in conjunction 🤷‍♂️ Sorry if i sound like a noob, im trying to learn.

[@KAarnagemAmolgada]

lol i want this motor on my deadbolt ...it should be hilarious if it fited ...is there a motor for the scx24 with similar modulation ?

[@giovannicardone3803]

Say “for the low”… lol.

[@roytownsend4008]

I own 4 of these, run them in all my trx4's and one in a gen8. One of them I bought when they came out, the dY they came out, been using it since and have never had one issue. It gets bashed and beat on and gets warm but not hot, I can touch it after an hour crawl. I would recommend to anyone.

[@travisdieter6119]

does the fusion pro 2300kv have more top end than the stock titan traxxas motor?

[@roytownsend4008]

@@travisdieter6119 yes, it definitely is better than the stock motor. Haven't put a GPS on any of them but they are quicker and faster with the fusion. Yet the modulation is unreal.

[@travisdieter6119]

@@roytownsend4008 awesome thank you

[@shuster1921]

Have one in my TRX6, and it is room saver, hassle free gem!! I'm sold on these combo all in one setups!

[@coreypickens6792]

I have the fusion pro in my wraith 1.9 with all stock gearing (except overdrive front) and the drag brake is so good that when i let a buddy rip it around my yard on 11.4v, he went from full throttle to full stop instantly and it did a full 360° front flip landing on all4. He freaked out and ran over to it (meanwhile I'm laughing my ass off at a great stunt), because he thought he ate a stump. He checked it for damage and upon finding none he was like "what the hell happened?", I struggled through the giggles and eventually get out "dude, that was the drag brake", his eyes got as big as dinner plates, then i had him run it on my crawler course. Long story short, lifelong dirt racer is now looking into crawlers to clone his tacoma, and guess what motor he wants...

[@TrokaRC]

That's what I'm talking about. Carisma makes a good body for the taco 🌮 mas.

[@2rcguyskinda.154]

BEEN USING THIS MOTOR 4 MONTHS NOW.. ITS A BEAST!

[@jindaphommavongsa3380]

I purchased my FusionPro 2300kv a few months back based on your first review of the 1800kv version. I was so impressed with not just the performance of the motor combo but also the abuse you put it though. So smooth and makes crawling so much better!

[@EDChero]

I love mine, the slow crawl control is incredible!

[@RCReviewChannel]

Just amazing

[@rcstackz7333]

It performs like a sensored setup!

[@junjunmulleda5467]

I put this into my Traxxas Bronco 2.0. So glad I did. The built in esc/motor combo is so clean. The low speed/torque out of this motor is insane. I’m so happy that a fellow crawler recommended it to me. Keep up the great reviews!

[@MrPorichis]

Using it in my 1/6 scale Willys Jeep. No complaints so far. Note that my Willys is 14lbs. Love it and definitely recommend it!!!

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yeah it can handle tight spaces and heavy loads with ease.

[@darrinwoodward14]

Have been running the 1800kv version for almost 2 years now,just accounted for the lower rpm with a bigger pinion,and I absolutely love it! Best motor/esc for slow crawling period.

[@RC4all]

Have it installed in my Gen 8 v2 and love it so far 👍🏼

[@robgoffroad]

I wanted one in my Capra but it doesn't fit with the stock skid... so I put in an AXE. It was fine, but I couldn't fit the interior in it. So when I put an aftermarket skid in it, the Fusion Pro fit, so I went with it. I also run the Vanquish 3-gear trans with it, and now everything fits. This motor is unreal at how well it crawls.

[@TRKISH324]

That was the older Fusion (550 can). This Pro is a 540 can. And, if you really prefer a better skid plate or 550 can motor, Vader Skid plate is the way tp go.

[@robgoffroad]

@@TRKISH324 Yep I have the Vader skid. It's awesome. Although the deep breathing keeps me up at night.

[@TRKISH324]

@@robgoffroad 🤣🤣

[@TRKISH324]

@@robgoffroad they make CPAPs for that

[@AdamJohnSwenson]

Bought one with your link. Very excited for it. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@mikebird8290]

Totally agree SIR this MOT and ESC are amazing. Especially the size difference now between the pro and the 3 original version. Which are AMAZING but the smaller length definitely helps loads with custom builds ect. Hope you all have a great weekend 🇬🇧🇺🇲🕊️✌🏼🤙🏼

[@jasonbecker4997]

Put one in my kinda heavy TRX4 Sport a couple months ago. I ended up gearing it down simply because I didn’t need so much speed. Slow control and torque are just unbeatable! Also it sends more amps through the BEC to the servo than the original. Just bought a Capra kit and plan on putting another in there.

[@yetimonster2586]

Just curious on what gear you ended up with. Francis is running a 9 in this video but the portal rigs maybe different ? Thanks

[@JA-rc4uy]

This seems like an awesome esc/motor 2-in-1 system. I see one problem though, now you have to decide what accessories are going to take over the spot where the traxxas esc went!😂😂😂

[@TheKittyClink]

I got one of these last spring love it, runs trax for TRX4 pretty well

[@MThompsonjr115]

I just bought one of these about a week ago. I always thought the 2n1's were a gimick and never used one. I tried an older fusion system that my dad had and was sold. This Fusion Pro is amazing. For $150 how can you beat it? The control, smoothness, power, simplicity, etc. are just amazing.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Rrrrrright? That's why we felt compelled to revisit this motor and review. 4 months later, more amazing than ever.

[@rcstackz7333]

Great review as always👍, bought one of these for my first crawler(10.3) based off your review a while back, performs flawlessly! First 2-1 system for me super smooth even with the stock 14t still. Removed interior, shock oil swap, boom racing wheels, and just grabbed hyrax’s off your recommendation along with some brass down low rig is 10x more capable 🤘 I think all that’s left for me is some big bores I think the stocks are already leaking haven’t had the rig more than 2 months 😕. Keep the solid content coming it’s much appreciated!!🫡🤝

[@fstrazzera1]

Astonished, would have never guessed, game changer for my crawler, I’ll be playing with one very soon. Thank you for your excellent insight. 🤙

[@jeffparryncc1701]

In an Axial Wraith Spawn... Shear Perfection!

[@SierraCrawler530]

I absolutely love my 1800kv fusion i just installed the tekin rx4 roc412 1800kv system and i am picking up the fusion pro for my 4ws wdw capra build with all vanquish everything including the vanquish transmission with vader products skid and f9 vanquish portal axles f/r

[@BA0701]

Ok, you did it, you have put so much effort into working with the Fusion Pro, so that you can inform your viewers, you have officially convinced me to put one in my TRX4. Now, to find a transmitter, since as I understand the Traxxas TQI won't pair with it. Likely going to pair it with the Flysky GT5 from my Gen8 Axe (which you also convinced me to buy). Watching your channel can be expensive! Thanks for all you do, always providing us with very informed videos!

[@snyperal]

You can keep the existing receiver and just plug the fusion into it....

[@Ryan57Garr]

I’m still running with a stock TQi transmitter. This motor and esc work great with it. It’s the same little bec plug for the Trx4 receiver. However I do not get that slow speed crawl like in this video. I did swap to straight axles too though and that made the gearing taller.

[@mikeearls8158]

I have this on my Vanquish Phoenix, I love it!

[@Sublimescatty]

I have the the older version in my Vanquish phoenix and I love it! Waiting for a new kit to come out before I pick up this one.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@stlrider4714]

Francis, absolutely 💯 appreciate your thorough reviews. This is another awesome 👌 one!! Love your enthusiasm and personal inputs. Used your link to grab this gem 💎 and picked up a new servo and BEC..

[@billderas3420]

I have had one of these Fusion Pros sitting here unused for the past few months. This is going to make me install it in one of my rigs.

[@ethanh3421]

The fusion pro is probably my favorite crawling setup, I’ve got one in my basecamp comp wagon and want one for my deadbolt but I’m waiting on a higher kv version to come out….

[@RCReviewChannel]

Yeah, soo cool. I can't believe there isn't even a fan or a ton of heatsinking. Smooth and cool operator.

[@BSalc]

Thanks for the in-depth review man! I’ve been eyeing this just trying to find somebody do an in-depth review that i’m looking for.

[@RCReviewChannel]

No problem!

[@BSalc]

Quick question. Can you use the program card the came with 1080wp? I noticed the fusion don’t come with it.

[@dmanalang9037]

Hey man, thank you for the awesome vids. I have learned a lot from them! Hope you stay on for plenty more years.

[@bottomrctrailadventures8042]

I have the 1st version and it's amazing! Definitely my next motor for my TF2. Great video as always!👍

[@AnthonySvt_]

I have two Fusion pros one 1800 and the 2300 the 1800 is in my scx 10.2 chassis with 10.3 axles with a Vaterra body. And my 2300 is in my Phoenix portal.

[@RCReviewChannel]

So good huh?

[@brandonwright2285]

Just blew the motor in my TRX6, to be fair it's 13 pounds and had the stock motor. Thanks for making this video, guess the decision has been made.

[@RCReviewChannel]

This will work well.

[@powersmodelgarage]

Great motor! I am thinking about 1 for my SCX 10.3

[@HappyDude1]

amazing engine and speedcontroller Can you program it ? And i love the wheels in the beginning do you have a link for that ? :)

[@SteveClayson]

would you be able to connect two of these up to a spectrum rugged with a SR515 P-SPM5200 receiver to run a moa crawler? was wondering as my finger hovered over the 'order now' button ....... couldn't think of anyone else to ask so hoping you might be able to help?

[@nhmtrhd]

Off topic but your shirt matches your carbon frame 😂👍 BTW, thx for this useful review. I need to buy another mtr combo.

[@CookieManCookies]

Very nice, I have both, an axe in my main crawler, and a fusion in the other. :)

[@mistermasada1829]

Just picked one up on a Black Friday sale directly from Hobbywing North America for $119.99!!!

[@voodoostroker]

Ordering one for my K10 Chevy 👍🏻

[@RCReviewChannel]

Good choice!. If you're getting it online, make sure to click on our links.

[@carloseblanco]

I like too much your videos. Nice explanation and relevant technical information. I appreciate.

[@CajunManNick1980]

I was debating whether to go brushless or not, I'm leaning heavy towards brushless now. That control was UNBELIEVABLE! I wonder though about one thing: is adding a second speed to my transmission okay with the use of Traxx?

[@RCPropaganda]

love my ax system and will upgraded a truck with one of these at some point.

[@fromfin90]

I got the Pro in my C1 project, mainly due to the length, it being a touch shorter than 1800kv Fusion, but its also silly smooth and great for it. Main reason i got fusion for my C1 rig was no ESC and thicc cables. Now i have 1800 on my C2, TRX Sport, has ridiculous torque and precision, but lacks in punch and top speed, so might get a Pro in it too.

[@MillyAire]

Can I plug an 11.1v lithium ion battery onto it as last one blew up. Maybe wires crossed?

[@carloseblanco]

I would like to know the difference between 1800kv vs 2300kv

[@matheusshama5505]

This video was very helpful for me because I own a traxxas trx4 and I currently have a traxxas velineon 3500 motor in it and for top speed it’s great saying I’ve hit 40 miles per hour in it but the problem is crawling was impossible it goes from 0 to three miles per hour in a second so it’s impossible to crawl it I’m on and off the throttle and it cogs quite a bit since it’s not sensored and the Hobbywing fusion seems to be the best motor for it as slow speed crawling is great even though I can probably only go around 30 miles per hour that is fast enough for me

[@dennisgiesbrecht]

I have fusion pro in my TRX 4. I won't have anything else. it's awesome

[@glennhobbs59]

I have the 1800kv love it

[@Endlesszem]

I have 2 of them , love them both

[@evintacy7272]

I have two as well and they are great! I liked the older ones as well!

[@mbazani]

Good video as always Francis ! Will be there a video with the best setup/config? On the 1080 esc your video helped me a lot! Thanks in advance!

[@diclexicschweb4748]

I have one in my rc Rock Pirates Power Wagon build and i love it its almost too much power lol. The only downside to this motor I would say is that is a little long for some situations or bills but it does safe space being two in one

[@mikeyboy7087]

Run the pro in my 9kg cross rc tc6, been amazing, well worth the money

[@RCReviewChannel]

20 lbs. Solid testimonial and test case right there!!!

[@genesisbatam]

Now THAT is a beautiful thing, slow and fast at the same time .. what gearbox has the slowest & fastest gear ratio?

[@zonegamma8197]

the space saving and less wires is sooooo cool

[@RCReviewChannel]

great concept.

[@janpaguio942]

Hi. Were the brake and reverse light still functioning after replacing the stock motor with fusion?

[@patrickmcintyre8023]

I just got in an order from Amazon. I bought a no name Brushless 3650 Motor 4 Poles 2300KV. It has a heat sink with a fan, Brushless ESC V2.3 45A, and a program card for roughly $14. I plan to put it in an SG Racing Gemini SLX. I have no idea which pinion to use but the gear is 48 tooth, if I recall. I still need a steering servo (recomendations? please) and a radio (I will buy a Dumbo RC). Am I throwing money into a pit or will this work? (It does not need to be fast)

[@petrmatlas2523]

Hi, can you do mn99s review? Please please. Id love to see what you think about it and what mods youd suggest. Thx

[@fishnrc294]

That was an awesome video. So here is a interesting dilemma & I’m curious to know what the outcome will be. I have that new Hobbywings that you showed,the old version, aHolmes Hobby Crawlmaster Expert 540 16T, and with 1080 esc & last a Holmes Hobby Puller Pro V2 2700kv stubby with Mamba X. The vehicles I’m looking to place them in are 1. TRX Sport truck that will eventually be a full custom rig with carbon LCG rails 2. SCX10 3 Jeep JLU 3. New Capra 4 wheel steer and Honcho 1:10 scale already upgraded to metal links & new servo. Where would you put them?

[@FarmerFpv]

Hey buddy. I noticed you put the element RC knight runner body on the 12.8 wheelbase bronco trx4. Do you think that the knight runner's body will fit on the new K10 highlift? With some modifications of course. Do you think you can give it a try with the clipless body? I would hate to destroy the Cheyenne's body as it's expensive. I'm sure many people would be grateful including myself if you can do a video on changing the k10 body to the knight runner. Or at least an answer if it will fit or not? Thanks in advance. I learn so much from your videos. You're my favorite RC channel!

[@zachwest6940]

What a high quality video, very in-depth

[@chrisfegan3475]

Mine didn't come with a program card...but not in a hurry to get one. My build is still in progress

[@NANNIRC]

Fortunately Hobbywing old motors were good too, not at this level, but good so it's not urgent to change them but this is fantastic. What next? Ciao from Italy.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Great point!

[@wolffin100]

Do you have to purchase the separate programmer for this combo , and how do you set it up Awesome video, thanks 👍

[@freerangehuman7016]

Always great content. 👍

[@dinukafernando1336]

Could you plz tell me what are these tires on this rc you have used?if you dobt mind sir ✌️.. Anyway cool video 👌

[@tjpighin]

I'm pretty new to this and im looking at putting this motor in my capra rtr rws. I see some things in my car that I can't find info on. There is a device that I thought maybe lookd like a capacitor or something. Then there are some donut things that some wires go through as well. Not sure if these are some sort of amp meters or something. I'm trying to figure out if I still need these when I change out all my electronics. I have a flysky gt5 and i will eventually be running raw 500 front and rear then 99 micro for dig. Will I likely need a bec as well? I watch your videos lots. Thanks for all the info and testing

[@slaps101]

Hey I recently found your channel and love the content. I previously had the original scx10 honcho which I bought in 2011, unfortunately that got stolen and that kinda bummed me out and I lost interest. Seeing your channel has got me interested again. Do you know if axial is bringing out the SCX10 iii raw builders kit soon?

[@ChelseaGarrison-v3p]

So would I need to get a new transmitter with this set up or can I use my same one

[@dhataway3227]

Do you know if this will fit the Vanquish Phoenix transmission? A bit longer than a standard 540...Love your videos....

[@samuraistm4425]

I'm sorry, quick question. Is this a sensored motor? or why is there no cogging? I'm new at this hobby and I had bad experience with brushless motors. I didn't know they cog and I bought a big rock by Arrma. Huge regreat. After that I learned about coging and it was a nightmare. I ended up switching the ESC and motor to a crawler just to keep it from cogging because aparently all of the brushless ones cog. I also was comvinced by a local Hoby shop employee to upgrade my 1/16 revo to brushless and he promised me that there would be no coging and there definitally is. I when to the website you linked and there is no mention of this motor being censored so why is there no coging on this one? Please forgive my ignorance on this. I only just got started on the hoby and I love your videos! :)

[@michaeldorich4485]

It seems to be a great system for a lot of applications.

[@713Ace529]

Totally amazing!. Price sounds very fair also knowing what you getting at the start is helps decide whether you want it or move on. I’m happy with 3S for a crawler. 👍 What transmission is that on your heavy crawler?.

[@RCReviewChannel]

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[@cfusername]

I always thought, that combining an ESC and a motor in one case, is bad, if one of the components break. But the upside seem to be, that they of course could optimize the ESC completely to this single motor (and the other way around).

[@RCReviewChannel]

The thing is… it doesn’t break. And it’s much cheaper than separate systems. So it’s a great option

[@NOSfusion]

Does this have an external power port for an LED kit like the 1080 has? Or how do you hook up lights with this system?

[@iramirez95020]

How is the power consumption vs a brushed motor?

[@chrisfegan3475]

It's omg amazing right out of the box

[@EricsRC]

How would you connect the Holmes SHV800 servo with this motor? I've already ruined 2 SHV800 servos.

[@jonlaird5082]

I run the fusion in the 1200kv version in my hg p415 hummer h1 and it's unbelievable how it controls it and my rig is about 19 lbs,lol

[@Downshift360_PR]

I’m getting one next month

[@theNEWTful]

Most realistic movement I’ve seen so far

[@flat-out]

So pare should I get this right away for my TRX-4 Defender? I've been hesitating to get the original Fusion 1200kv or 1800kv but this Fusion pro 2300kv seems better.

[@czabatrans4420]

How is this better other than speed over a 1080 and a 55-80T brushed motor?

[@ahoyskid]

Could you put one of these in a Tamiya TT-02 chassis? Would it fit I wonder? You’d save the space from traditional ESC.

[@pedroestrada1208]

What set up or program are you using?

[@6588jc]

What kind of Gearbox/gears are you using with this combo

[@spoiler42ify]

great video and review as usual Francis, thank you. im about to pull the trigger on one of these but wanted to know about overheating. do you need a fan for it since enclosed in a sealed case?

[@RCReviewChannel]

No need for fan or heatsink. It's just a runner. It also has temperature shutoff that's configurable if you overheat it. But I've never seen it kick in.

[@Tjup]

im new t o this and have a 1:10 crawler, but in ur video, is there 2 gearboxes? because my motor is in the middle of car..

[@TrokaRC]

You have a 3 gear transmission. The one on the video has a transfer case. Let me know if you have any other questions. Feel free to comment on my videos as well. 👍

[@omegar3ll24]

Is that motor good for a speed run

[@Eric78360]

Just bought one thanks for the review.

[@RCReviewChannel]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Eric78360]

@@RCReviewChannel ordered through your link hope it helps in some way. I’m sure i ill have a blast with it, keep up the good work. Winter time is gonna be a-lot funner..lol

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

How fast does a trx4 with stock piñon in 3s go with this? Thx!!

[@smokefathersbbq]

Are you doing the test on 3s?

[@Albertotron]

Damn that is mega smooth and torquey

[@sjoerddejonge4080]

When does the 540 come out

[@richardmarquez3857]

Would it be a direct bolt in on an FMS 1/6 Jimny?

[@TRKISH324]

So, a question. I am adding the hard Cherokee body to my 9+lb 10-3, which currently has the 1800kv Fusion (12t pinion). But, I have 2 of the Pros now, and this vehicle won't be running as technical a line as it has in the past. Which motor do you think would run the heavy rig more efficiently? Will it matter? I hadn't planned on changing it, but igured Id ask.

[@mark.a.estrecho]

Hello RC review! Can I install this HW Fusion Pro 2300kv on my defender that weights around 14lbs? Can it handle the weight of the vehicle? TIA! ❤

[@JonR35]

Can I run this on my trx4/6 and keep stock gearing?

[@NoobsDelRC]

One question, I have the same motor. I have only used it once since I bought it, but it got hot after an hour of driving. I put an 18T gear in it with a 3s 11-volt battery. The voltage of my battery causes overheating. My motor is at a level where it is protected and stops working until it cools down or is it the gear? I have it on an axial bomber RR10 and I use it for rock climbing. All my axial has its factory components. Could someone help me?

[@diyantrio3107]

fusion pro for playing in mud is it good?