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PFongemie

01-05-2021 12:26 PM

Axe 550

Does anyone know the difference between the Hobbywing Axe 550 and the Axe 550 R2?

Fricker08

01-05-2021 12:36 PM

Re: Axe 550

The axe 550 was discontinued so I assume the r2 is the new version

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PFongemie

01-05-2021 12:42 PM

Re: Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fricker08 (Post 6061381)

The axe 550 was discontinued so I assume the r2 is the new version

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You can still get the 550 2700kv on there website.
The 550 R2 comes in 3300kv only. Besides that I’m trying to figure out if and what is the difference in the ESC

kr0wl402

01-05-2021 02:04 PM

Re: Axe 550

Just got my 540 r2 system, 2800kv. The major difference is a smaller sensor contact and live data from the esc in the app. Also a new series of motors, not compatible with the old series of esc.
There is a video on youtube about it on the official hobbywing Chanel that explains it pretty well.

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PFongemie

01-06-2021 03:55 AM

Re: Axe 550

From tech support

Tech Support Dept (HOBBYWING)
Jan 5, 2021, 4:51 PM PST

Hello,

R2 units have updates to the sensor board (Shielding), as well as a much smaller sensor harness. r2 550 is only available in 3300kv.

The AXE R2 units "replace" all the previous AXE units.
Thank You,
Hobbywing Tech Support Dept
NorthAmerica@hobbywing.com
https://www.HobbywingDirect.com
RMA Form - https://www.hobbywingdirect.com/pages/rma

PFongemie

01-09-2021 06:17 AM

Re: Axe 550

Pulled the trigger. My new Hobbywing Axe 550 R2 3300kv will arrive in 4 Days. Can’t wait to see what all the hype is about.

PFongemie

01-13-2021 03:34 PM

Re: Axe 550

Finally arrived. What’s everyone’s settings at. I’m looking for a good starting point?https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...e2c6bfe5e0.jpg

JCM5	01-14-2021 02:33 PM

Re: Axe 550

Received mine today. PFongemie, did you use the 12T pinion that comes with it? As I notice the motor shaft is thicker. I need to find a 13T one as I have front motor conversion kit installed and minimum needed is 13T pinion.
Also why did you remove the cooling fan? Just curious. Tks

PFongemie

01-14-2021 04:07 PM

Re: Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCM5 (Post 6063248)

I actually just ordered a 9T and a 11T to try. It’s way to fast in second gear.
From my experience with the way I drive my motor doesn’t even get close to hot, so there’s no need for the fan.

JCM5	01-14-2021 04:30 PM

Re: Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by PFongemie (Post 6063267)

I actually just ordered a 9T and a 11T to try. It’s way to fast in second gear.
From my experience with the way I drive my motor doesn’t even get close to hot, so there’s no need for the fan.

That’s great, I’ll remove mine too due to clearance issue with the scale interior. May I ask here you getting your 9T and 11T? As I need to get a 13T . Too busy at work to search ;-) thanks

PFongemie

01-14-2021 04:51 PM

Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCM5 (Post 6063269)

That’s great, I’ll remove mine too due to clearance issue with the scale interior. May I ask here you getting your 9T and 11T? As I need to get a 13T . Too busy at work to search ;-) thanks

http://www.hobbyetc.com/

There a local shop that also does shipping. Great people.

JCM5	01-15-2021 09:06 PM

Re: Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by PFongemie (Post 6063276)

Hobby Etc 603-883-4919 140 Hayward St - Manchester, NH 03103 USA

There a local shop that also does shipping. Great people.

Thanks! I ended up going with RPP as they have what I need in stock.

PFongemie

01-16-2021 12:33 AM

Re: Axe 550

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCM5 (Post 6063483)

Thanks! I ended up going with RPP as they have what I need in stock.

That’s a good store also. I order a lot of stuff from them too.

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