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Steel vs. Aluminum Pinion Gears: Does it Really Matter?

Author
The RC Deep Dive
Published
Sun 18 May 2025
Episode Link
https://rcdeepdive.podbean.com/e/steel-vs-aluminum-pinion-gears-does-it-really-matter/

Pinion gears are available in both steel and aluminum. Usually aluminum comes in the kit, and both metal types are available as hop-up options. Steel is harder, heavier, and stronger, but did that always make it a better option than aluminum, or is aluminum sometimes a better option? We take a deep dive into pinions on this episode of the RC Deep Dive. 

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