Mini 4WD Gear Ratio Chart: Choosing by Course
A Mini 4WD gear ratio chart from 3.5:1 to 5:1, explained by course type. Match your gear set to motor, straights and corners before race day.
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Browse available alternativesTwo ribbed gear shafts finished with a low-friction plated coating to reduce drivetrain friction and promote smoother, more efficient gear rotation. The ribbed surface improves grip against the mating crown gear.
Tamiya's current compatibility listing for this shaft also includes the newer VZ chassis alongside the Type 3, FM-A, Super-II, Super X, Super XX, VS, and AR chassis already noted. Because the ribs sit proud of the shaft body, they key into the crown gear's teeth more positively than a smooth shaft would, cutting down the slip that would otherwise sap power on its way to the wheels.
A Mini 4WD gear ratio chart from 3.5:1 to 5:1, explained by course type. Match your gear set to motor, straights and corners before race day.
Choose a Tamiya Mini 4WD gear set by the exact chassis, motor layout and instructions. Check ratio, gear cover and event rules before changing the drivetrain.
Asking what is the fastest Tamiya Mini 4WD motor misses half the answer. Matching motor torque to gear ratio and track length is what wins races.