Overview
Optimize your low-end torque with the Hot Racing 16T 0.5 Module Hardened Steel Pinion Gear. CNC-machined from hardened steel with a blackened finish for maximum durability, this 16-tooth pinion delivers stronger acceleration and improved climbing torque in any 0.5 mod drivetrain — perfect for technical driving, crawling, or tighter tracks.
The 1/8" (3.2mm) bore matches the most common standard motor shafts in compact RC platforms, while the hardened steel construction guarantees long-term reliability under heavy throttle and brushless power.
Key Features
- Hardened steel construction with blackened finish
- 16-tooth count for stronger low-end and torque
- 0.5 module (Mod) gear pitch
- 1/8" (3.2mm) bore for standard motor shafts
- 3mm set screw included for secure installation
Performance Benefits
- Stronger acceleration and low-end torque vs. larger pinions
- Improved climbing performance for technical terrain
- Hardened steel resists wear and stripping
- Far longer service life than aluminum pinions
Usage Notes
Compatible with 2mm motor shafts when used with a Hot Racing motor adapter. Verify gear mesh by spinning the drivetrain by hand — there should be a small amount of backlash with no binding. Apply removable thread-locker to the set screw during installation.
Technical Specs
- Material: Hardened steel, blackened finish
- Number of Teeth: 16
- Gear Pitch: 0.5 module
- Bore Diameter: 1/8" (3.2mm)
- Length: 0.35" (8.9mm)
- Tooth Face Width: 0.20" (5mm)
- Hub Outer Diameter: 0.32" (8mm)
What's Included
- One (1) 16T 0.5 Mod hardened steel pinion gear
- One (1) 3mm set screw
Fitment
- 0.5 Mod drivetrain systems with 1/8" (3.2mm) motor shafts
- Common applications: 1/16, 1/18 RC vehicles using 0.5 mod gearing
Summary
The Hot Racing 16T 0.5 Module Hardened Steel Pinion Gear is the right choice when you need stronger acceleration, better low-end torque, and bulletproof durability for any 0.5 mod drivetrain.
