GT2205 2300KV Brushless DC Motor Silver Cap CCW Rotation

A smooth 2205 motor for 5 inch builds

The GT2205 2300 KV is a good-quality, lightweight multirotor motor that the description praises for its design and build quality. This version has a silver cap and CCW (counter-clockwise) rotation, and it is intended for 5 inch propellers.

It uses thin, wide and curved magnets for distinctive flight characteristics, a very strong C-clip for durability and runs extremely smoothly. Weight is 35 g.

What to know when pairing

The specifications list a 600 mA no-load current, a maximum power of 495 W, a current handling capacity of 20 A, a maximum efficiency current of 30 A (which is higher than the handling figure, so treat these as approximate), a maximum efficiency of 81%, an internal resistance figure of 65 and a compatible battery of 2S to 4S. The recommended ESC is 40 to 60 A.

Since the motor is CCW, order the matching CW motors for the other positions on your quad, and balance your 5 inch propellers before flying.

Who it suits

Builders and repairers of 5 inch racing and freestyle quadcopters who want a value 2205 motor with a good reputation for smoothness.

Care and installation

Fit the motor with the correct screw length so that it never touches the windings, balance the 5 inch propellers and use thread lock on the shaft nut. Check the motor for play and roughness after any hard crash, and replace it if the bell wobbles or scrapes. Keep spare CW and CCW motors in your kit, since a single damaged motor is the most common reason a 5 inch quad is grounded after a crash.

Questions buyers ask

What KV rating does it have?

2300 KV.

Which batteries can I use?

2S to 4S LiPo.

Which ESC should I use?

A 40 to 60 A ESC.

Which direction does it turn?

Counter-clockwise (CCW).