GTB 2 X-Drive / Ballistic Brushless Systems


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GTB 2 X-Drive / Ballistic Systems

Winning races not only requires dedication and skill on the track, but equipment that you can depend on lap after lap, race after race. Novak’s GTB 2 w/X-Drive™ ESC is the latest generation, sensor-based controller for top-level non-timing racing, and comes with Novak’s ultra-sleek low-profile heat sink factory installed. This lower profile setup is great for 2WD buggy applications, all forms of non-timing Spec-Class racing, and is the perfect ESC for mild modified racing! If you are going spec racing or taking the dive into modified classes, Novak has a GTB 2 LP brushless combo for you!
#3191 GTB 2 x-Drive LP / Ballistic 17.5T Brushless System
#3191 GTB 2 x-Drive LP / Ballistic 17.5T Brushless System

The GTB 2 X-Drive™ LP / Ballistic 540 BL System is available in two models:

  • GTB 2 X-Drive LP / Ballistic 8.5T (#3190): Ideal for any 1/10th on-road or off-road racing application. Also, perfect for 2WD Short Course and 2WD Stadium Truck vehicles.
  • GTB 2 X-Drive LP / Ballistic 17.5T (#3191): Ideal for racing in ROAR Sportsman “blinky” classes, and includes a ROAR-approved Novak Ballistic sensored brushless motor.

Affordable Performance
The GTB 2 X-Drive LP / Ballistic Brushless Systems have everything a spec-racer needs—performance, adjustability, and reliability—all at an amazingly affordable price. This sensor-based racing system includes Novak-developed X-Drive™ which is one of the most sought-after features in racing. Novak X-Drive™ is a motor-firing technology that provides extremely responsive throttle, smooth braking, and cooler operating temperatures. This translates into faster lap times! The GTB 2 X-Drive also features no built-in timing or motor-ramping features, so there is no need to worry about firmware versions, lights or blinks. The GTB 2 is Spec Legal!

Novak’s proven Ballistic motors contribute to the system’s appeal. Each motor is sensor-based for the ultimate control, includes a high-quality sintered Neodymium rotor, is completely rebuildable with many performance upgrades available, and features an easy-to-adjust timing assembly that alters the RPM range allowing for strategic and smart racing.

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Novak takes pride in its manufacturing facility in Irvine, California and also with its use of high-quality components and assembly and testing processes. Each Novak GTB 2 X-Drive ESC and Ballistic Brushless Motor is built and tested in the Novak factory to Novak’s exacting standards. All Novak products are supported by Novak’s knowledgeable customer support staff and race team.

GTB 2 X-DRIVE / BALLISTIC BRUSHLESS SYSTEM FEATURES
Ideal for all forms of Spec and Modified Class 1/10th scale racing, including ROAR Sportsman “blinky” class
Sensor-based for excellent torque and low-speed driveability

Intuitive interface with complete on-board adjustability to maximize performance at the track:

  • Drive Tuning: Minimum Drive, Throttle Curve, Drive Frequency, DeadBand
  • Brake Tuning: Minimum Brake, Brake Curve, Brake Frequency, Drag Brake, Brake End-Point
  • Other Tuning: Reverse Disable, Motor Rotation, LiPo Mode
Novak X-Drive™ provides enhanced throttle response, ultra smooth power delivery, higher top speeds, and cooler operating temperatures
Rebuildable motor design with removeable shielded sensor harness, rotor, sensor assembly, wound stator, bearing cap, hardware, sleeve, and both end bells.
NovaBrakes™ provide instantaneous braking under any driving condition
Novak's One-Touch Set-Up™ for quick and easy transmitter set-up
Robust 3-amp BEC for strong and fast steering response under any condition
Meets ROAR Sportsman Class Racing specifications
Highly water-resistant case with protective silicone gasket seal to help keep out the elements
Built-in Voltage Cut-Off circuitry prevents damage to LiPo/LiFe batteries
On-board diagnostic temperature monitoring that lets you quickly check the ESC's temperature at any time
Thermal overload protection circuitry to protect ESC from overheating
On-board Hall Sensor Test to easily and quickly verify that the motor's sensors are working properly
x Gold-plated direct-solder wiring tabs for flexible soldering options
x User-replaceable ESC input and switch harnesses
x Ballistic motor with proven 12.3mm sintered Neodymium rotor with standard 0.125” pinion shaft
x Oversized front motor bearing for increased load handling and bearing life
x Adjustable motor timing assembly
x Carries Team Novak’s commitment to excellent quality, support, and warranty (120 days)
x Designed and manufactured by Novak Electronics in Irvine, California using the best components from around the globe. All ESCs and motors are 100% tested to ensure product works right out of the box and on the track!
GTB 2 W/X-DRIVE ESC SPECIFICATIONS
Fwd/Brk/Rev: F / B / R
Input Cells: 1*-2S LiPo/LiFe or 4-6 NiMH
Footprint: 1.16” x 1.47” (29.5 x 37.3 mm)
x Height: 0.70” (17.8mm)
Weight (w/o wires): 1.15 oz. (32.6 g)
On-Resistance: 0.0004 ohms @ 25°C transistor temperature
X Motor Compatibility:540-Size: 8.5-turn or higher sensored; 550-Size: 6.5-turn or higher sensored
BEC: 6.0 volts DC / 3.0 amps
Wire Size: 14G Super-Flex Copper-Strand Silicone Wir
Status LEDs: 5 multi-colored
*For 1S applications, a receiver battery pack or booster such as Novak’s #5477 1S Booster Module is recommended
 
BALLISTIC BRUSHLESS SYSTEM SPECS
Motor Turn
8.5T (#3190)
17.5T (#3191)
Motor Size
2.07" x 1.41" (52.6 x 35.8mm)
2.07" x 1.41" (52.6 x 35.8mm)
Motor Weight
6.6 oz. (187g)
6.6 oz. (187g)
Shaft Diameter
1/8” (0.125”)
1/8” (0.125”)
Kv (Unloaded)
5,000
2,200
Watts
280
130
Magnetic Material
Sintered Neodymium
Sintered Neodymium
Design
Sensored
Sensored
Stator Insert Color
Yellow
Black

 
Novak GTB 2 w/X-Drive™, Ballistic Brushless Motor™, NovaBrakes™, One-Touch Set-Up™, and Novak X-Drive™ are trademarks of Novak Electronics, Inc. Features and specifications subject to change. Novak products are designed and manufactured in California using globally-sourced components. All Novak-designed products are the property of Novak Electronics, Inc., and the designs are solely owned and copyrighted by Novak.

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