Castle SIDEWINDER 4 SENSORLESS ESC 4X4 MT EDITION W / 1415-2400 SENSOR READY MOTOR

010-0164-07 Castle SIDEWINDER 4 SENSORLESS ESC 4X4 MT EDITION W / 1415-2400 SENSOR READY MOTOR


While the all new SIDEWINDER 4™ builds upon Castle’s most popular platform, the SIDEWINDER 1:10 SCALE SERIES, it is the first of its kind to run Castle’s newest technology, CRYO-DRIVE™. CRYO-DRIVE™ combines technology from cutting-edge hardware and software advancements to increase thermal performance. COOLER TEMPS mean LONGER RUNS and MORE POWER in your SIDEWINDER 4 setup.

Additional Features:

2s - 3s LiPo; 6 - 8 cell NiMH use in vehicles up 6.5lbs with battery, ready-to-run.
Sensorless brushless and/or brushed motor operation.
Waterproof design ESC and splash resistant 30MM fan*
5.0 volts fixed, 2 amps Peak BEC
Audible alerts for error conditions
Enhanced drag brake functionality
Smoother sensorless startups
Convenient transmitter programming for six common adjustable settings
Additional settings and software updates available via Windows®-based Castle Link software and USB adapter (sold separately) or via Field Link Card (sold separately)
Telemetry Link compatible for Futaba® S.BUS2 (sold separately)

The SIDEWINDER 4 is a versatile ESC and is accepted in a wide variety of applications. Whether throwing dirt, ripping through a corner or steadily dominating the trails, we’ve got you covered!

This combo includes a Sidewinder 4 ESC and 1415-2400Kv sensored* motor. The 1415-2400kv is ideal for short course trucks running on 3s LiPo and weighing up to 6.5 lbs; it can be run on a 2s LiPo but will be very slow. It is a cooling running torque animal for lighter 1/10th scale 2WD stadium trucks and buggies running on a 3s LiPo.


Sidewinder 4 combo includes:

Sidewinder 4 ESC
Castle 1415-2400Kv sensored* motor
Driver's Ed and Guide Start Guide
1/10th scale gearing chart
Decal sheet


Now with Cryo-Drive!
Cryo-Drive technology is the result of Castle Creations' software and electrical engineers putting their heads together to improve the thermal performance of the well-known Sidewinder 3 electronic speed control. Castle has developed new software that minimizes the amount of time the ESC's electrical components spend generating heat by optimally controlling which components are being used while driving the motor. This is happening thousands of times per second, which greatly reduces the rate at which the Sidewinder 4 heats up. Overall, the Sidewinder 4 generates heat much slower than previous versions.

This software breakthrough has been coupled with a completely re-designed case. A great deal of time was spent studying fluid dynamics simulations in order to optimize the airflow through the case. Improving the airflow into and out of the case, allows the cooling fan to become more effective. In order to take full advantage of the improved airflow efficiencies, a 44% larger, higher flowrate 30mm fan was selected. The improved case coupled with the 30mm fan significantly increases the Sidewinder 4's ability to remove heat from critical components, such as MOSFETs and capacitors.

By reducing the rate at which the Sidewinder 4 heats up and removing heat more efficiently, Cryo-Drive takes thermal performance to a whole new level. The Sidewinder 4 allows users to push beyond the limits of previous generation Sidewinders by handling higher gear ratios in heavier vehicles with longer runs.

Castle Link Compatible
With the optional Castle Link USB Programming Kit you can use your Windows™ PC to easily program your controller. Adjustable settings include:

Throttle curve
Braking curve
Drag brake
Auto LiPo cutoff
Punch Control
Reverse Type
Motor Type

Additional Castle Link benefits include:

Access to all firmware updates, including added features sets released from Castle Engineering, at no charge.
Intuitive Demo Mode capability.
Ability to save setup profiles for later use.