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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⚡ Unleash Pro-Level Torque and Speed – Dominate Every Race!

LIGHTWEIGHT COMPACT - At just 3.52 ounces, it delivers high performance without weighing down your RC vehicle.
RACE READY POWER BOOST - Upgrade your 1/10 scale RTR Tamiya with a motor built for official competition performance.
TRUSTED GLOBAL QUALITY - From a brand with over 70 years of modeling excellence, ensuring reliability and durability.
PRECISION TORQUE TUNING - Experience optimized torque with the 25-turn RS-540 motor for superior control and acceleration.
PLUG PLAY CONNECTIVITY - Comes prewired with 3.5mm male bullet connectors for seamless installation and instant power-up.

The Tamiya 54358 RS-540 Torque-Tuned Motor is a high-performance 12V electric motor designed specifically for 1/10 scale RTR Tamiya RC vehicles. Featuring a 25-turn torque-tuned design and a top speed of 16,000 rpm, it offers precision power ideal for official Tamiya races. Prewired with 3.5mm bullet connectors, this lightweight 3.52-ounce motor ensures easy installation and reliable performance, backed by Tamiya’s decades-long reputation for quality in the modeling and RC community.

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ASIN	B0078JJX72
Best Sellers Rank	#191,365 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #325 in RC Electric Motors
Brand Name	TAMIYA
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,041)
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 Type	Plastic
Model	TAMC4358
Model Name	TAM54358
Number of Items	1
Part Number	54358
Speed	16000 rpm
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	12 volts
Warranty Description	Contact Manufacturer

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