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6020 PRO Motor

The 6020 PRO motor is a high-performance brushless motor designed for large UAV applications. This documentation covers the 180 KV variant with detailed specifications and test data.

6020 PRO Motor - View 1

Key Features:

  • High thrust up to 13,902g for ultra-heavy-lift UAVs
  • Lightweight design (425g ± 5g) for efficient large UAV operation
  • Single 180 KV variant optimized for low-RPM, high-thrust performance
  • Compatible with 22"–26" propellers for diverse mission profiles
  • Durable triple 626-2Z sealed bearings for long operational life
  • High power density (up to 6.86 W/g maximum)
  • Optimized for heavy payloads, long-endurance missions, and industrial applications
  • Operating temperature range: 61–90°C depending on load and propeller

180 KV - Specifications​

Motor Specifications:

  • KV Rating: 180 RPM/V
  • Kt (Motor Torque Constant): 0.068 Nm/A @ 5291 RPM
  • Weight: 425g ± 5g
  • Max Thrust: 13,902g (with TM 26×7.8 prop)
  • Voltage Range: 44V – 50V (12S LiPo)
  • Io (No Load Current @ 48V): 2.5A
  • Max Continuous Current: 47A (180s)
  • Max Continuous Power: 2209W (180s)
  • Power Density: 3.53 W/g (Rated), 6.86 W/g (Maximum)
  • Motor Diameter: Ø 4.8 mm
  • Motor Length: 42 mm
  • Shaft Diameter: Ø 6 mm
  • Stator Poles: 24S
  • Magnetic Poles: 28P
  • Bearings: Triple 626-2Z Sealed
  • Inductance per phase (Winding Inductance): 0.046 mH (≈0.03)
  • Resistance per phase (Rph): 0.05 Ω (≈0.03)
  • Motor Mount Pattern @ 90°: 4 × M3 @ PCD Ø 20 mm, depth: 6 mm
  • Compatible Propeller Size: 22" to 26"
  • Propeller Mount Pattern: 8 × M3 @ PCD Ø 18 mm, Ø 20 mm, depth: 6 mm; 4 × M3 @ PCD Ø 12 mm, depth: 3.8 mm

Test Data - 180 KV​

TM 22 x 6.6 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 21-03-2024
  • Environmental Temp: 37°C
  • Humidity: 24%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003050.02.0814923810.10104.03.761°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004050.03.1722919200.23158.55.861°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.86.4340221170.53318.76.661°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006049.512.87451439400.97637.16.261°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007049.218.55514151741.28912.75.761°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008048.825.58568066321.621248.35.364°C (Maximum)
19009048.139.57658487372.141903.34.664°C (Maximum)
19509547.944.69683494252.342140.74.464°C (Maximum)
200010047.650.237081101312.552390.94.264°C (Maximum)

TM 22 x 7.4 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 21-03-2024
  • Environmental Temp: 37°C
  • Humidity: 24%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.72.021898940.2799.49.062°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.54.8309019070.55237.68.062°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.210.0399333960.94492.06.962°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.817.0474750841.36829.66.162°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007048.225.9542867061.801248.45.462°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008047.538.7611387382.321838.34.866°C (Maximum)
19009046.752.86669105862.822465.84.366°C (Maximum)
19509546.358.56861112833.002708.64.266°C (Maximum)
200010046.358.86848112953.032722.44.166°C (Maximum)

VT 2408 CFRP_FP Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: TM 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 05-03-2025
  • Environmental Temp: 32°C
  • Humidity: 19%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.71.517148820.3174.611.872°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.44.6254220630.67227.29.172°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.011.1342838301.24543.97.072°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.421.2420760441.881026.15.972°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007047.733.4483981262.491593.25.172°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008046.848.15368102043.132251.14.580°C (Maximum)
19009045.667.85839121413.773091.73.980°C (Maximum)
19509545.078.86055129394.043546.03.680°C (Maximum)
200010044.784.46155133554.163772.73.580°C (Maximum)

TM 24 x 7.2 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 21-03-2024
  • Environmental Temp: 37°C
  • Humidity: 24%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.40.7914175040.1439.012.967°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.32.25215712360.34110.911.167°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.16.83322828900.77335.48.667°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.616.21429752391.40787.86.767°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007048.322.79477565801.751100.86.067°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008047.831.44529180592.141502.85.471°C (Maximum)
19009046.949.696066105722.812330.54.571°C (Maximum)
19509546.656.546276113673.052634.84.371°C (Maximum)
200010046.363.046478120863.242918.84.171°C (Maximum)

HW 2480 CFRP_FP Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: TM 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 05-03-2025
  • Environmental Temp: 32°C
  • Humidity: 19%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.61.617319570.3279.412.162°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.64.7253521470.68232.29.262°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.011.3344040431.26553.77.362°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.421.1421861751.881021.26.062°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007047.633.3485282232.491585.15.262°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008046.747.15389101963.052199.64.666°C (Maximum)
19009045.764.95902121103.622965.94.166°C (Maximum)
19509545.174.86126130133.903373.53.966°C (Maximum)
200010044.880.06236134664.043584.03.866°C (Maximum)

SR 24 x 7.2 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 19-10-2023
  • Environmental Temp: 32°C
  • Humidity: 49%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.53.8250619540.57188.110.478°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.46.2297627510.80306.39.078°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005048.913.1383846281.30640.67.278°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.422.3453565531.841079.36.178°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007047.733.1513584542.341578.95.478°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008046.946.95733102572.832199.64.785°C (Maximum)
19009045.964.16211121553.402942.24.185°C (Maximum)
19509545.670.56367127293.593214.84.085°C (Maximum)
200010045.670.66356126673.593219.43.985°C (Maximum)

SR 24 x 7.8 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 19-10-2023
  • Environmental Temp: 32°C
  • Humidity: 49%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.42.5207213540.41123.511.081°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.16.6291927770.82324.18.681°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005048.713.7376346471.35667.27.081°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006048.123.5446765671.911130.45.881°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007047.434.6503783832.421640.05.181°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008046.648.85600102092.932274.14.590°C (Maximum)
19009045.665.66080119073.422991.44.090°C (Maximum)
19509545.273.16215126133.643304.13.890°C (Maximum)
200010045.173.36199126753.653305.83.890°C (Maximum)

TM 26 x 7.8 CF_FX Propeller​

Test Conditions:

  • ESC: HW 80A 12S
  • Battery: 2 × TB – 22000 mAh 12S
  • Test Date: 21-03-2024
  • Environmental Temp: 37°C
  • Humidity: 24%
  • Cross-winds: Mild
PWMThrottle %Voltage (V)Current (A)RPMThrust (g)Torque (N·m)Power (W)Efficiency (g/W)Temp (°C)
13003049.71.0313548250.2251.216.171°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
14004049.62.99204917760.50148.312.071°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
15005049.39.75310040061.15480.78.371°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
16006049.022.22403168522.021088.86.371°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
17007048.332.03445684162.471547.05.471°C (@70% 10 min Constant)
18008047.944.84922102733.032145.94.878°C (Maximum)
19009046.869.265483128673.823241.44.078°C (Maximum)
19509546.378.025610135084.053612.33.778°C (Maximum)
200010045.985.515696139024.163924.93.578°C (Maximum)

Performance Summary:

  • Best Efficiency: TM 26×7.8 CF_FX @ 30% throttle (16.1 g/W, 825g thrust)
  • Maximum Thrust: TM 26×7.8 CF_FX @ 100% throttle (13,902g thrust, 3.5 g/W)
  • Balanced Performance: TM 24×7.2 CF_FX @ 30% throttle (12.9 g/W, 504g thrust)
  • Operating Temperature: 61-90°C depending on load and propeller
  • Recommended Continuous: 70% throttle max for sustained flight
  • Very large commercial UAVs
  • Heavy payload applications (up to 14kg)
  • Long-endurance missions
  • Professional cinematography and surveying
  • Industrial applications

Common Resources​

2D CAD Drawing​

The 2D CAD drawing provides detailed dimensions and mounting specifications for the 6020 PRO motor.

6020 PRO Motor 2D CAD Drawing

Download 2D CAD Drawing

Drawing Specifications:

  • Motor Mount Pattern @ 90°: 4 × M3 @ PCD Ø 20 mm, depth: 6 mm
  • Propeller Mount Pattern (Inner): 4 × M3 @ PCD Ø 12 mm, depth: 3.8 mm
  • Propeller Mount Pattern (Outer): 8 × M3 @ PCD Ø 18 mm, Ø 20 mm, depth: 6 mm
  • Motor Diameter: Ø 4.8 mm
  • Motor Length: 42 mm
  • Stick Out Shaft Diameter: Ø 6 mm

Note: All dimensions in millimeters (mm). Specifications and drawings may be revised without notice.

Compatible ESCs​

Recommended Configurations:

ESC RatingApplicationFeatures
80AGeneral purposeStandard FOC
100AHigh performanceAdvanced telemetry, FOC
120A+Heavy liftEnhanced cooling, FOC, high current

ESC Requirements:

  • Continuous rating: 80A minimum (100A recommended)
  • Voltage support: 12S (44-50V) capable
  • Protocol: DShot600 or higher recommended
  • Features: Active braking, telemetry support, FOC capability mandatory

For detailed ESC specifications and compatibility, see ESC Overview.

Compatible Propellers​

Tested Propeller Configurations:

Propeller SizePitchApplicationPerformance
TM 26×7.8HighMaximum thrust & efficiencyExcellent
HW 2480HighBalanced thrustVery Good
TM 24×7.2Medium-HighGeneral purposeGood
TM 22×7.4MediumEfficiencyVery Good

Propeller Selection Guidelines:

  • Start with TM 26×7.8 for best efficiency and maximum thrust
  • Use HW 2480 for balanced performance applications
  • Always balance propellers before installation
  • Carbon fiber recommended for high performance
  • Ensure adequate propeller clearance (minimum 20mm)

For more propeller options, see Propeller Overview.

System Integration​

Complete System Recommendations:

  1. Efficiency Build (Long flight time)

    • Motor: 6020 PRO 180KV
    • Propeller: TM 26×7.8 CF_FX
    • ESC: 80A FOC
    • Battery: 12S 16000mAh
    • Expected Performance: 6,852g thrust, 400+ seconds runtime
  2. Balanced Build (General purpose)

    • Motor: 6020 PRO 180KV
    • Propeller: HW 2480 CFRP_FP
    • ESC: 100A FOC
    • Battery: 12S 12000mAh
    • Expected Performance: 8,223g thrust, 300-400 seconds runtime
  3. Performance Build (Maximum thrust)

    • Motor: 6020 PRO 180KV
    • Propeller: TM 26×7.8 CF_FX
    • ESC: 120A FOC
    • Battery: 12S 10000mAh
    • Expected Performance: 13,902g thrust, 240 seconds runtime

Maintenance and Inspection​

Pre-Flight Checks​

Before every flight:

  • Visual inspection for physical damage
  • Propeller balance and condition check
  • Mounting bolt security verification (M3 bolts)
  • Wire routing inspection (no contact with moving parts)
  • Brief spin test (listen for unusual sounds)

Periodic Maintenance Schedule​

Every 10 Flight Hours:

  • Re-torque mounting bolts to specification
  • Inspect threadlocker integrity
  • Check bearing smoothness (manual rotation)
  • Clean motor exterior with compressed air
  • Inspect propeller for wear or damage

Every 50 Flight Hours:

  • Detailed bearing inspection
  • Shaft runout measurement
  • Electrical connection integrity check
  • Replace propeller if worn
  • Document maintenance in flight log

Signs Requiring Immediate Inspection:

  • Unusual vibration during operation
  • Increased motor temperature (>80°C)
  • Grinding or scraping sounds
  • Reduced thrust output
  • Propeller wobble

Bearing Replacement​

Bearing Specifications:

  • Type: Triple 626-2Z Sealed
  • Service Interval: 100-150 flight hours (typical)
  • Replacement Procedure: Contact technical support or refer to motor maintenance procedures

Signs of Bearing Wear:

  • Grinding or rattling sounds
  • Increased vibration
  • Shaft play or wobble
  • Difficulty rotating by hand
  • Increased operating temperature

Comparison with Similar Motors​

PRO Series Comparison​

Feature6020 PRO6015 PRO6010 PRO
Weight425 g380 g240 g
Max Thrust13,902g (180KV)10,268g (170KV)6,778g (160KV)
Voltage48V (12S)48V (12S)48V (12S)
Prop Size22-26"22-24"20-23"
ApplicationVery Large UAVsLarge UAVsLarge UAVs
MountingM3 boltsM4 boltsM3/M4 bolts
Power Density6.86 W/g7.02 W/g7.13 W/g

Selection Guide:

  • 6020 PRO: Best for very large UAVs requiring 14kg thrust capacity
  • 6015 PRO: Lower thrust option for large UAVs
  • 6010 PRO: Medium-thrust capacity for large UAVs

See Motor Overview for complete specifications.

Safety Notes​

⚠️ Important Safety Information

Operational Safety:

  • Never run motor without propeller attached (causes unbalanced load)
  • Ensure proper cooling during extended operation
  • Monitor motor temperature - do not exceed 90°C for sustained periods
  • Inspect motor bearings regularly for wear
  • Replace damaged propellers immediately

Electrical Safety:

  • Verify correct ESC wiring before first power-up
  • Use only 12S LiPo batteries (44-50V range)
  • Do not exceed maximum continuous current (47A @ 180s)
  • Ensure proper battery discharge rates (C-rating)
  • Use ESCs rated for 12S operation with FOC capability

Installation Safety:

  • Follow torque specifications exactly
  • Never exceed maximum bolt depth (6mm for motor mount, 3.8mm/6mm for propeller mount)
  • Verify rotation direction before propeller installation
  • Maintain minimum 20mm clearance to frame
  • Use proper size mounting hardware (M3 for motor and propeller)
  • Ensure triple bearing configuration is properly seated

Emergency Procedures:

  • If motor overheats (>90°C), land immediately
  • If unusual vibration occurs, stop operation
  • If motor makes grinding sounds, inspect bearings
  • Always have emergency landing plan

Technical Support & Resources​

Contact Information​


Next Steps:

  1. Review Installation Guide for mounting procedures
  2. Select compatible ESC from tested configurations
  3. Choose optimal propeller based on application
  4. Review Motor Overview for system integration

Document Information:

  • Revision: 1.0
  • Last Updated: February 2026
  • Product Code: VT-6020PRO-180KV
  • Document ID: VT-DOC-6020PRO-01

Note: Specifications and drawings may be revised without notice. Vector Technics assumes no liability for reliance on unverified data. All dimensions in millimeters (mm).