Dualsky Summit 160XHV 160A Brushless ESC, 5S–14S, OPTO

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SKU: 42281
Regular price $348.95

Dualsky Summit 160XHV 160A Brushless ESC (5S–14S, OPTO)

The Dualsky Summit 160XHV is a high-voltage 160A brushless electronic speed controller designed for large electric RC aircraft, F3A pattern models, IMAC setups, and giant-scale aerobatic airplanes running powerful 5S–14S LiPo systems.

Built for serious electric aircraft pilots, the Summit 160XHV combines high-current capability, smooth throttle control, integrated anti-spark protection, active braking, energy recovery braking, telemetry support, and USB-C programming in a rugged aluminum case.

🚀 Target Applications:

  • F3A pattern airplanes demanding constant speed tracking
  • IMAC electric setups and large electric aerobatic aircraft
  • Giant-scale gas-to-electric model conversions — an ideal match for the Dualsky GA6000.9S Outrunner Motor.
  • High-power 10S, 12S, and extreme 14S LiPo power systems
⚠ Important OPTO ESC Operation Note: This is a true optically isolated (OPTO) speed controller and contains no built-in BEC. A separate receiver battery pack, PowerBox system, or high-voltage external BEC is strictly required to power your receiver and flight servos.

Key Features

  • Ultra High-Voltage Threshold: Generous 160A continuous current rating supporting heavy-duty battery structures up to a 14S LiPo envelope.
  • 32-Bit ARM Processing Architecture: High-speed internal processor provides fast, accurate motor tracking and a highly connected, smooth throttle response.
  • Rugged CNC Aluminum Armor: Housed in a precision CNC-machined aluminum case featuring an integrated heat-sink cooling design for maximum thermal dissipation.
  • Anti-Spark Protection Circuit: Built-in safeguards actively reduce severe electrical arcing at the connectors during high-voltage battery plug-in.
  • Precision Aerobatic Braking: Advanced active drag brake and energy recovery braking systems deliver superior prop speed control on vertical downline maneuvers.
  • Onboard USB-C Interface: Equipped with an integrated, rugged USB-C programming port for simplified setup using the Dualsky Summit XHV desktop software.

⚙️ Why Choose the Summit 160XHV?

The Summit 160XHV gives serious electric aircraft pilots a strong balance of high-voltage capability, smooth throttle response, braking performance, telemetry, and advanced programming features. It is especially well suited for pilots who want premium ESC performance for pattern, precision aerobatics, IMAC, or giant-scale electric aircraft.

For the ultimate 55cc–60cc gas-to-electric conversion package, pair this ESC directly with the Dualsky GA6000.9S Brushless Motor and the Dualsky ME2DA70 CNC Motor Mount Kit.

View Technical Specifications
Brand: Dualsky
Model Name: Summit 160XHV
Part Number: 42281
Continuous Current: 160A
Input Voltage Range: 5S–14S LiPo
BEC Circuit Type: None / OPTO Isolated
Anti-Spark Circuit: Integrated Protection Pack
Brake Profile: Active Brake with Energy Recovery
Telemetry / Processor: Yes / 32-bit Hardware
Programming Port: USB-C Built-In
Programming Platform: Dualsky Summit XHV Software
Dimensions (L × W × H): 4.21 × 1.97 × 0.98 in (107 × 50 × 25 mm)
Physical Weight: 9.17 oz (260 g)

📦 Package Includes:

  • 1 × Dualsky Summit 160XHV 160A Brushless ESC

💡 Modeler’s Tips

Because this ESC features a direct USB-C port housed inside its CNC shell, you can adjust parameters easily without using secondary dongle boards. Simply pop off your aircraft access hatch, link a standard USB-C cable to your Windows laptop, and deploy your custom brake or timing configurations. When upgrading a 55cc–70cc airframe originally designed for gasoline, pairing this controller with the high-torque Dualsky GA6000.9S Motor and the bolt-on ME2DA70 CNC Aluminum Mount Kit ensures proper cowl alignment and structural support without custom modifications.


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