What about the Leopard Motors?
Leopard Power Model Ltd. is specialized in making Brushless Motors, they are one of the largest RC brushless motor maker in China, many famous USA / Europe Brushless System, the motors are usually made by them. Recently Leopard wish to create a brand of their own, so they name it the "Leopard Motors". When you want to know how good is the product, you just take a look in their factory, Helipal boss visited their place and saw the manufacturing process, it was amazing! All the materials are expensive stuff, like the Neodym Magnets, Hardened Steel Shafts, Ball Bearings, Aluminum, Electrical Wires, even the Glues..... they are all famous Grade A material, not the cheap stuff that we usually see in China. We have a chat with the Boss of Leopard motors, he said he likes challenge and wish to make something to represent China, and base on this vision, the culture in the factory is very positive, it's always Quality first. This company really know what they are doing, these are the Top End products aim for the most high end market. As we know, you can actually win the RC world championship with this kind of quality. We have total confidence on this product. If you're looking for quality motor, this is the one.
Advantages about the Leopard Motors :
| |
Leopard Motors |
Other Brands |
| Outer Casing |
6063 Aluminum
(Harder) |
6061 Aluminum
(Softer) |
| Ball Bearings |
NSK and NMB from Japan
(Max. speed 60,000 rpm) |
No Brand
(Max. speed 20,000 rpm) |
| Silicon Steel |
Kawasaki from Japan
(Thinner has better performance)
|
No Brand
(Thicker) |
| Main Shaft |
99% Efficient
(Balanced in Zero magnetic field environment) |
95% Efficient
(No such environment)
|
| Magnets |
Neodym
(Max. 210 degrees C) |
Unknown
(Max. 150-180 degrees C) |
| Wires |
Pure Copper
(Max. 220 degrees C) |
Copper
(Max. 180 degrees C) |
| Connectors |
Gold and Copper Plated |
Copper Plated only |
Interesting Facts about the Leopard Motor Factory :
1. A famous USA brand called "Castle" is very interested in the "Leopard Motors", so you get some clues about their products....
2. Boss of the Leopard Motors is a friend of the Hobbywing Speed Controllers, they share experience and technical skills.
3. If an employee in the factory has spotted a product with flaws, they'll get reward!
4. Leopard Motors OEM a lot of famous brushless systems.
5. Leopard Motors has 11 years in metal working experience before getting into the hobby industry.
This Motor specifications
You are looking at the Leopard LC450L-4000KV (Limited Edition) Outrunner Brushless Motor. This is a limited edition, Leopard made this to celebrate the winning of the Champion, who have won the China 3D Flying Competition, he is a friend of the company boss. For those of you who is looking for high RPM on your 450 Heli, this is the motor for you. You see 4000KV is very high RPM, too much voltage will damage this motor, it's recommended to use 2S Li-Po like the 7.4V 2200mah 20C Battery to power it, this is a high end motor using the same high quality material as other models, ready to compete in any kind!
| Model |
Max
Amps |
LiPo
Cell |
Max
Power |
Running
Current |
KV
(rpm/V) |
Resistance |
No-load
Current |
Dia. x Length
(mm) |
Length of
extended shaft |
Shaft
Dia. |
Weight |
| LC450L-4000KV |
37A |
2S |
400W |
< 25A |
4000KV |
0.0295 |
2.8A |
Φ29.8×32 |
15mm |
Φ3.175 |
64g |
 Real Size of the Motor
Suitable for :People who is looking for High RPM performance, 4000KV is a fast motor for 450 Helis, so you need to use 7.4V For this motor.
Product Status : In-Stock
Useful Information :
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