Castle Creations Hydra Cobra 5, 8S, 33.6V ESC, 20A Peak BEC 010-0182-00 (ONLINE ORDER ONLY)

Overview

The Castle Creations Hydra Cobra 5 (010-0182-00) is a high-performance brushless electronic speed controller engineered for serious RC power systems. Supporting up to 8S LiPo (33.6V), the Hydra Cobra 5 delivers smooth control, strong braking, and rock-solid reliability for large-scale, marine, and high-current applications.

Castle's refined control architecture provides linear throttle response and consistent braking even under heavy load, while a powerful onboard 20A peak BEC reliably drives high-torque digital servos without the need for a separate BEC.

Whether you are running a 1/5 scale rig, a high-power marine boat, or a custom 8S build, the Hydra Cobra 5 is built to deliver the durability and performance Castle Creations is known for.

Key Features

• High-voltage brushless ESC for high-power RC builds
• 8S LiPo (33.6V) maximum input voltage
• Powerful 20A peak integrated BEC
• Smooth, linear throttle response
• Strong, predictable braking control
• Heavy-duty construction with efficient thermal handling
• Genuine Castle Creations Hydra Series ESC

Performance Benefits

• Drives high-output brushless motors with confidence
• Maintains thermal stability under heavy current load
• Precise low-speed throttle modulation for technical driving
• Eliminates the need for an external BEC in most builds
• Refined power delivery improves overall vehicle drivability

Usage Notes

• Best used with 1/5 scale and large 1/8 scale RC vehicles, marine builds, and custom high-power 8S projects
• Confirm motor and battery are rated for 8S operation
• Use with a quality 2.4GHz radio system
• Ensure proper cooling for sustained high-current runs

Technical Specs

• Brand: Castle Creations
• Series: Hydra
• Model: Cobra 5
• ESC Type: Brushless
• Maximum Voltage: 8S LiPo (33.6V)
• BEC Output: Up to 20A peak
• Application: High-power large-scale and marine RC
• Part Number: 010-0182-00

What's Included

• 1 x Castle Creations Hydra Cobra 5 brushless ESC
• Pre-installed wiring

Summary

The Hydra Cobra 5 is Castle's flagship 8S ESC for serious large-scale and marine builders. Smooth control, brutal current handling, and a strong integrated BEC make it the perfect electronic backbone for high-power RC power systems.