What is the difference between this and the sport tuned motor?

The standard 540 (silver), the Torque Tuned and the Sport Tuned motors all have 27 turns. However they have very different end bell timing. For this reason Tamiya claims them to be respectively 27t, 25t and 23t. The reality is that the Torque tuned is a 27t with a somewhat aggressive timing which makes it a lot sportier than the stock silver motors. Hope this helps.

Does anyone know how to fix a gearing issue? I’ve inspected everything and no errors. My car is grinding. I had 1 recent crash that started the grind

Gears must mesh together very tight in model car racing. You must check how those gears mesh and use molybdenum grease to facilitate smooth and noiseless ride. Otherwise, replace those grinder ones.

Does it fit a traxxas stampede 2wd ?

While this may work, the physical size of the motor (540) is smaller than the standard Traxxas motor (550). Also,the Traxxas is a 12 turn while the Tamiya is only a 25 turn - lacks the torque of the Traxxas.

Is this compatible with a Black Foot Truck?

Yes both the torque tuned and sport tuned motors work in the Blackfoot, I have both motors and they work great.

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⚡ Tune in to torque, race ahead of the pack!

PLUG PLAY POWER - Comes with preordered leads and 3.5mm male bullet connectors for seamless installation.
RACE READY TORQUE - Unleash 16000 RPM for blistering speed on your 1/10 scale RTR Tamiya vehicles.
OFFICIALLY APPROVED - Certified for use in official Tamiya races—compete like a pro.
PRECISION ENGINEERING - Crafted by Tamiya, a global leader in high-performance RC motors since 1948.
BUDGET FRIENDLY UPGRADE - Boost your RC’s performance without breaking the bank.

The Tamiya 54358 RS-540 Torque-Tuned Motor is a high-performance 12V motor delivering 16000 RPM, designed as an ideal upgrade for 1/10 scale RTR Tamiya electric vehicles. Equipped with preordered leads and 3.5mm male bullet connectors, it ensures easy installation and is officially approved for Tamiya racing events. Engineered by a trusted brand with decades of expertise, this motor offers a powerful yet affordable boost to your RC experience.

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ASIN	B0078JJX72
Best Sellers Rank	#69,919 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #40 in RC Electric Motors
Brand	TAMIYA
Brand Name	TAMIYA
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 987 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	04950344543588
Included Components	Tamiya 54358 RS-540 25 Tooth Torque-Tuned Motor
Item Type Name	Tamiya 54358 RS-540 25 Tooth Torque-Tuned Motor
Item Weight	3.52 ounces
Manufacturer	Hobbico
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model	TAMC4358
Model Name	TAM54358
Part Number	54358
Speed	16000 RPM
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	12 Volts
Warranty Description	Contact Manufacturer

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