Cars MOTOR running and burst wattage

UnclePete

New Member
Just need some help on motor wattage.
For example, motor has 2,000watt running, and 3,500watt burst.
I understand that if the car is stationary, and then you punch full throttle, the motor will draw the max burst wattage and max amp for a short time.
But wondering if the same thing will happen when just cruising along, but the motor is over geared, huge pinion, small spur, and heavy car. Will this make the Motor draw out the burst wattage and max amp?
 

Tony

Staff member
It will probably exceed the rating which can burn up the motor, ESC, or battery, or all 3 depending on how much post it's pulling.
 
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