What ePropelled does

ePropelled is a privately held US-based designer and manufacturer of intelligent electric propulsion systems for uncrewed vehicles operating across air, land, and sea domains. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Laconia, New Hampshire, the company produces motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), starter generators, integrated power systems (iPS), and a cloud-based telemetry platform. Its primary customers are defense contractors and agricultural drone OEMs and operators, with secondary exposure to energy/utilities, public safety, commercial inspection, and aerospace markets. The company serves 40+ global customers from facilities in the USA (manufacturing), UK (innovation and R&D), and India (engineering), and employs 80+ people globally with a high proportion of PhDs.

ePropelled's product portfolio is organized into vehicle-domain-specific series: the Sparrow, Falcon, and Hercules lines address UAV propulsion across light-duty to high-power and hybrid applications; the Rhino and Atlas series target unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs); and the Dolphin and Poseidon series serve unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). The hardware stack is unified by ePConnect, an intelligence layer that harvests sensor data (voltage, current, RPM, temperature, vibration) and enables real-time monitoring and predictive control, and ePCloud Connect, a cloud analytics platform supporting machine learning models and AI-driven optimization. The company holds 36 patents across 10 patent families covering magnetics engineering, hybrid propulsion, and telemetry systems, and operates under ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications with NDAA-compliant USA-made positioning.

The company generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of motors, ESCs, and power systems, with consumer and professional units priced at $79-$319 via the ePropelled.com e-commerce storefront and enterprise/defense units sold on a quote basis. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales for defense and OEM customers, technology integration partnerships (e.g., Digital Concepts Engineering for UGVs), and event-driven demand generation at conferences such as XPONENTIAL and UMEX. Production capacity is currently 100,000-150,000 systems per year, with stated targets to scale to over 1 million units annually by 2027 from the newly opened Coventry Global Innovation Centre. The company achieved positive cash flow in 2023.

Name

ePropelled

Legal name

ePropelled Inc.

Website

https://epropelled.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ePropelled designs intelligent electric motors, controllers, generators, and integrated power systems for uncrewed aerial, ground, and marine vehicles. The company serves defense contractors, agricultural drone OEMs, and commercial operators with NDAA-compliant USA-made propulsion solutions from facilities in the USA, UK, and India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Unmanned Vehicle Electric Propulsion Systems

NAICS

Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing (336415), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Motors & Generators (3621)

akta.pro primary industry

UAS Power Systems & Propulsion (Motors, ESCs, Batteries, Fuel Cells) (IMABAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms (IMABAMAC), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) & Autonomous Land Platforms (IMABAIAD)

Keywords

• Electric propulsion systems
• UAV motor controllers
• Hybrid starter generators
• Unmanned vehicle propulsion
• Electronic speed controllers

Headquarters

HQ city

Laconia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Propulsion Motor Sales: Sale of brushless motors across Sparrow, Falcon, and Hercules series for UAVs, UGVs, and USVs. Motors range from compact lightweight units to high-power systems with prices from $79 to $319 for consumer/professional models and enterprise pricing upon quote.
2. Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) Sales: Sale of motor controllers and electronic speed controllers including Sparrow and Falcon series, priced at $179 for consumer models.
3. Starter Generator and Power System Sales: Sale of hybrid-ready starter generators and integrated power systems (iPS) for UAVs including Hercules series products for extended flight time applications.
4. Integrated Power Systems (iPS): Sale of intelligent integrated power systems combining power management, generation, and distribution capabilities for uncrewed vehicles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ePropelled designs, manufactures, and sells electric motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), starter generators, and integrated power management systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). The company's products span consumer-grade Sparrow Series motors through enterprise-grade Falcon, Hercules, Rhino/Atlas, and Dolphin/Poseidon propulsion platforms, unified by the ePConnect telemetry and ePCloud Connect cloud intelligence software layers.

Product overview

ePropelled offers a modular platform-plus-product architecture spanning three uncrewed vehicle domains (air, land, sea) with distinct product series serving different power and application tiers. The Sparrow Series (compact, NDAA-compliant motors and ESCs for small-to-medium UAVs) and Falcon Series (high-power intelligent motors and controllers for demanding UAV applications) form the aerial propulsion portfolio. The Hercules Series provides hybrid-ready starter generators and power management systems that combine electric and internal combustion propulsion for extended range UAV missions. For ground vehicles, the Rhino Series (integrated GPM35/GPM50/GPM70 drives) and Atlas Series (hybrid power generation) serve UGVs. Marine applications are addressed by the Dolphin Series (MPM50 propulsion motors) and Poseidon Series (onboard power management). All product families are unified by the ePConnect telemetry platform and ePCloud Connect cloud intelligence layer, which add real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and AI-driven optimization as a software overlay across the hardware portfolio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ePConnect: Intelligent telemetry and cloud connectivity platform for real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and fleet management across propulsion systems
• ePCloud Connect
• Sparrow Series
• Falcon Series
• Hercules Series
• Rhino Series
• Atlas Series
• Dolphin Series
• Poseidon Series
• Sustainability Motors
• SwimDrive

Products and services

• Sparrow Series Brushless Motors and ESCs Compact, lightweight, NDAA-compliant brushless motors and electronic speed controllers for small-to-medium UAVs, FPV drones, cinematic drones, and commercial UAVs. Delivers higher efficiency, longer flight range, and extended operational life as a USA-made alternative to China-made commodity motors.
• Falcon Series High-Power Motors and Controllers High-power brushless motors and controllers for demanding UAV applications featuring ePConnect integration, curved magnets, self-cooling design, and programmable in-flight optimization for harsh and high-altitude environments.
• Hercules Series Hybrid Starter Generators and Power Systems Hybrid-ready integrated electric generation, power management, and electronic engine starter systems for UAVs that combine electric motors and internal combustion engines to extend range and mission agility. Includes the SG12000 (13kW) and SG3000 (3kW) starter generators, EES3000 electronic engine starter, and iPS750 power supply.
• Rhino Series (GPM) UGV Propulsion Systems Integrated propulsion systems for unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) including GPM35, GPM50, and GPM70 models. Combines motors, controllers, and optional planetary gearboxes with onboard power, hybrid-ready capability, and ePConnect diagnostics for military and autonomous ground applications.
• Atlas Series UGV Hybrid Power Systems Hybrid power generation and management systems for UGVs enabling extended range, lower operational costs, quiet operation, and full vehicle autonomy. Features onboard electric generation, power conversion, and ePConnect diagnostics.
• Dolphin Series Marine Propulsion High-efficiency electric drive solutions for uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) combining advanced motor and controller technology for smooth, quiet, reliable marine performance with enhanced maneuverability and optimized energy efficiency. Includes the MPM50 motor delivering up to 6kW continuous and 11kW peak power.
• Poseidon Series Marine Power Management Onboard power generation and energy management solutions for USVs built for corrosive saltwater environments, enabling reliable power distribution, improved operational range, and flexible energy management.
• ePConnect Telemetry and Intelligence Platform Intelligence layer connecting ePropelled propulsion hardware and power systems. Harvests sensor data (voltage, current, power, RPM, temperature, vibration) at the edge for real-time monitoring, control adjustments, and actionable insights via open APIs and standard network protocols.
• ePCloud Connect Cloud Intelligence Platform Cloud intelligence extension of ePConnect. Securely streams operational data to ePropelled's protected cloud infrastructure for storage, processing, predictive maintenance algorithms, machine learning models, and AI-driven optimization based on empirical mission data.
• Integrated Propulsion and Power System for Agricultural UAVs Fully integrated propulsion and power system for agricultural UAVs combining high-efficiency brushless motors, electronic speed controllers, and intelligent power management into a unified system for precision spraying and monitoring drones.

Quantifiable outcome

• Extended flight times compared to China-made commodity motors through higher efficiency
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Hirth EnginescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 January 2026Strategic collaboration to develop integrated hybrid propulsion solutions for UAVs, aerospace, defense, and specialized mobility markets. Combines Hirth's two-stroke engine technology with ePropelled's electric propulsion and power-management systems. Aims to deliver fuel-efficiency gains, extended flight endurance, lower operating costs, and enhanced reliability. Prototype demonstrations planned for UMEX in Abu Dhabi.
• USA Rare EarthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 August 2025Joint development agreement to develop a supply chain for sintered neo magnets used in ePropelled's propulsion systems for uncrewed vehicles across air, land, and sea. Partnership aims to produce high-performance magnets domestically in the U.S., supporting ePropelled's growth in aerospace and defense sectors.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• T-Motor (Tiger Motor): Leading Chinese-origin manufacturer of brushless motors and ESCs for drones and UAVs with global distribution. Closest direct competitor to ePropelled's Sparrow and Falcon series in size, weight and power classes, though T-Motor's product lines are not NDAA-compliant.
• KDE Direct: US-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance brushless motors and ESCs for commercial, industrial and defense UAV applications. Competes with ePropelled across similar power ranges and customer segments, with overlapping distribution in commercial drone markets.
• Hobbywing: Global leader in electronic speed controllers and brushless motors for drones, RC vehicles and industrial applications. Directly comparable to ePropelled's ESC portfolio and competes on price-performance across the small-to-medium UAV motor category.

Broad incumbents

• Maxon Group: Swiss manufacturer of high-precision DC, BLDC and gearhead motors widely used in aerospace, robotics and defense. Overlaps with ePropelled in high-end motor manufacturing and serves similar defense/aerospace customers, but with a much broader portfolio and scale.
• Moog Inc. Large US-based motion control and propulsion systems supplier serving aerospace and defense markets. Competes in the broader motion and power management space relevant to ePropelled's Hercules hybrid systems, though Moog's portfolio is far wider and its customer base is heavily defense-prime concentrated.
• Allied Motion Technologies: US manufacturer of precision motion control products including brushless motors, drives and integrated solutions for aerospace, defense and industrial markets. Comparable to ePropelled in motor technology and target verticals, but at significantly larger scale across multiple end markets.
• AMETEK: Large US industrial manufacturer of motors, blowers, power supplies and precision motion control for aerospace, defense and industrial applications. Comparable in motor and power electronics capabilities relevant to ePropelled's ESCs and starter generators, with much greater scale and balance sheet.

Emerging players

• Advanced Electric Machines: UK-based designer and manufacturer of sustainable electric motors for transport and aerospace applications. Comparable to ePropelled in geography and in targeting aerospace/defense with next-generation motor technology, but focuses on automotive and rail adjacencies as well.

Others

• Hirth Engines: German manufacturer of high-performance two-stroke engines used in UAVs, light aircraft and hybrid propulsion systems. Strategic partner to ePropelled under the January 2026 hybrid propulsion agreement; comparable as an enabling supplier rather than direct competitor in the propulsion stack.
• Doodle Labs: US-based designer of long-range wireless communication systems for unmanned systems and defense applications. Adjacent ecosystem participant in the same NDAA-compliant unmanned-systems supply chain, enabling rather than competing with ePropelled's propulsion offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/e_propelled
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/ePropelled
• Facebookfacebook.com/ePropelled
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/epropelled

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds3 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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