Following the size standard of the GM11(a) series of gear motors, this 30:1 reduction unit is very quick - ideal for zippy robot applications! Combined with our RW2 rubber wheels, it'll be a speed-demon!

Running at 3V
Free running RPM - 297
Free running Current - 32mA
Stall Torque - 3.56 in*oz
Stall Current - 292mA

Running at 6V
Free running RPM - 555.6
Free running Current - 54mA
Stall Torque - 5.39 in*oz
Stall Current - 528mA

For dimensions please see GM14a

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[Data Sheet]: Solarbotics Gearmotors Specification Summary
[Data Sheet]: GM18 Performance Datasheet PDF (156KB)

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