T-MOTOR
T-MOTOR is a privately held Chinese manufacturer founded in 2009 and headquartered in Nanchang, producing UAV propulsion systems — motors, ESCs, and propellers — for multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and manned eVTOL platforms, distributed through 300+ global resellers and serving industrial, agricultural, surveying, emergency, and aviation customers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2009
- HeadquartersNanchangshi, China
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What T-MOTOR does
T-MOTOR (also branded as TigerMotor) is a privately held Chinese company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Nanchang, specializing in the research, development, production, and sale of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) propulsion systems. The company manufactures a comprehensive portfolio spanning motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), and propellers — sold both as individual components and as integrated, matched propulsion modules — covering multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and FPV drone platforms, with thrust ratings from 2 kg to over 125 kg per arm and a recently launched S Series aimed at manned eVTOL applications up to 500 kg MTOW.
The product architecture is platform-plus-modules, organized across dedicated series (A Series modular, MN heavy-lift, U/P/Navigator/Antigravity/QAD motors, ALPHA/V/THUNDER/FLAME/AIR ESCs, HEP-L/NS/Glossy/Folding/Polish/MS polymer propellers, VL/VZ for VTOL, plus S Series for manned eVTOL). Underlying technology centers on proprietary thermal management (integrated die-cast cooling reducing winding temperature 5–8°C), IP45 environmental sealing, ultra-lightweight PMI-foam-core carbon fiber composites, and electronic propeller-locking systems for VTOL. Systems are validated for MTBF ≥2000 hours across -30°C to +55°C operating ranges with 2,000-hour cycle endurance testing.
T-MOTOR operates a hybrid go-to-market combining 300+ authorized global distributors (with documented resellers across India, Turkey, Germany, Israel, Pakistan, and the USA), direct e-commerce via store.tmotor.com, OEM/ODM custom solutions, and recurring participation in major international aerospace exhibitions (UMEX, Dubai Airshow, AERO Asia, Airshow China). Pricing is quote-based B2B for OEMs with public storefront access for smaller buyers. Revenue is generated entirely through hardware sales — motors, ESCs, propellers, and integrated propulsion systems — serving end markets including industrial/commercial UAV operations (primary), film/entertainment, agriculture, surveying and mapping, emergency services, infrastructure inspection, and manned aviation. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding, revenue figures, or ownership structure beyond founder Wu Min.
T-MOTOR firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- T-MOTOR
- Legal name
- T-motor
- Website
- https://uav-en.tmotor.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2009
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- T-MOTOR is a privately held Chinese manufacturer founded in 2009 and headquartered in Nanchang, producing UAV propulsion systems — motors, ESCs, and propellers — for multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and manned eVTOL platforms, distributed through 300+ global resellers and serving industrial, agricultural, surveying, emergency, and aviation customers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
T-MOTOR industry classification
Industry- Product category
- UAV Propulsion Systems
- NAICS
- Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)
- SIC
- Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724)
- akta.pro primary industry
- UAS Power Systems & Propulsion (Motors, ESCs, Batteries, Fuel Cells) (IMABAIAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Propellers, Rotors & Open-Rotor Propulsors (IMABADAI), VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC)
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Where T-MOTOR is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Nanchangshi
- HQ country
- China
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices1 record
Markets served
T-MOTOR business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- UAV Propulsion Hardware Sales: T-MOTOR generates revenue through the sale of complete UAV propulsion systems including motors (U Series, P Series, Navigator Series, Antigravity Series, QAD), electronic speed controllers (ALPHA, V Series, THUNDER, FLAME, AIR), and propellers (HEP-L Carbon Fiber, NS Carbon Fiber, Glossy Carbon Fiber, Folding Carbon Fiber, Polish Carbon Fiber, MS Series Polymer). Products are sold as individual components and as integrated modular propulsion systems.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels12 records
T-MOTOR product offering
Product offeringCore offering
T-MOTOR designs, manufactures, and sells complete UAV power systems consisting of matched brushless motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), and carbon fiber or polymer propellers for multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and FPV aircraft. In addition to individual components, the company sells integrated modular propulsion systems (A Series, Air Gear, Modular, VL Series, S Series) and application-specific solutions for heavy-lift, agricultural, and manned eVTOL platforms. The product line is sold globally to drone manufacturers, integrators, and commercial operators through OEM/ODM channels, an authorized-dealer network, and direct e-commerce.
Product overview
T-MOTOR is a global professional UAV power system brand founded in 2009, specializing in R&D, production, and sales of complete UAV propulsion solutions. The company offers a platform-plus-modules architecture consisting of integrated propulsion systems (A Series, VL Series, S Series, Modular Systems, Air Gear), individual components (Motors, ESCs, Propellers), and vertical-specific solutions (Heavy-Lift, Agricultural). Motor product lines include U Series, P Series, Navigator Series, Antigravity Series, QAD, AX Series, and AT Series for different UAV types. ESC offerings comprise ALPHA, V Series (FOC), THUNDER, FLAME, and AIR Series. Propeller portfolio includes HEP-L Ultra-Light, NS Carbon Fiber, Glossy, Folding, Polish, MS Series Polymer, VZ Series VTOL, TF Series, AUZ Series, and T Series. The product ecosystem serves multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and FPV applications across film/TV, agriculture, surveying/mapping, logistics, manned aviation, emergency rescue, firefighting, power energy, and pipeline inspection industries.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- A Series: Multirotor Coaxial Modular Power System
- MN Series
- U Series
- VL Series
- HEP-L Series
- NS Series
- VZ Series
- S Series
- ALPHA Series
- V Series (FOC)
- THUNDER Series
- FLAME Series
- AIR Series
Products and services
- A Series Modular Propulsion System Coaxial modular power system for multirotor UAVs with integrated motor, ESC, and propeller; includes X-A14, X-A16, X-A16L models supporting MTOW up to 300 kg. Designed for heavy-lift industrial multirotor applications.
- Modular Propulsion System Multirotor modular propulsion system available in Standard, X-Agricultural, and Coaxial variants, designed for easy maintenance and configuration flexibility across industrial and agricultural UAV platforms.
- Air Gear Integrated Propulsion System Complete propulsion system modules integrating motor, ESC, and propeller for plug-and-play UAV power solutions, simplifying integration for drone manufacturers.
- MN Series Heavy-Lift Multirotor Power System (MN11-13 Series) Heavy-lift multirotor motor series including MN11-13 models with IP45 dust and water resistance, MTBF ≥2000 hours, thrust ratings from 14 kg to 38 kg per arm, integrated high-efficiency cooling, and operating temperature range of –30°C to +55°C. Designed for MTOW 50–220 kg quadcopter configurations in industrial applications.
- U Series Multirotor Motors High-thrust multirotor motors for heavy-lift applications including U15L, U15XL, and U15XXL with rated thrust up to 50 kg, designed for MTOW up to 200 kg quadcopters.
- P Series Motors Industrial-grade multirotor motors designed for professional UAV applications.
- Navigator Series Motors Multirotor motor series for navigation and mapping applications with optimized efficiency for long-endurance surveying missions.
- Antigravity Series Motors High-performance multirotor motors including MN4006 EVO, MN6007 II, and MN1005 V2.0 with enhanced force efficiency and thermal management.
- QAD Motors Motors for quadcopter and lightweight multirotor drone applications.
- ALPHA Series ESC Electronic speed controllers for multirotor propulsion with high efficiency and quick throttle response.
- V Series ESC (FOC) Field-oriented control electronic speed controllers for VTOL and heavy-lift multirotor applications, supporting CAN and PWM control protocols.
- THUNDER Series ESC High-power electronic speed controllers including the THUNDER 300A 24S for heavy-lift motor control.
- FLAME Series ESC Professional electronic speed controllers for FPV and industrial UAV applications with efficient control algorithms.
- AIR Series ESC Lightweight electronic speed controllers for aerial applications including AIR 40A models.
- HEP-L Ultra-Light Carbon Fiber Propellers Ultra-lightweight carbon fiber composite propellers with PMI foam core and resin-based matrix, delivering 3% longer flight time under hovering conditions, forward-flight vibration suppression, and 24% improved impact resistance versus NS series. Available in 11 sizes from 15" to 36" with weights from 15.5 g to 106 g. Each blade carries an integrated molded QR code for lifetime traceability.
- NS Carbon Fiber Propellers Ultra-light carbon fiber propellers produced via integrated molding for high-efficiency multirotor propulsion.
- Glossy Carbon Fiber Propellers Carbon fiber propellers with high-gloss surface finish for multirotor applications.
- Folding Carbon Fiber Propellers Carbon fiber propellers with folding mechanism designed for portability and rapid deployment.
- Polish Carbon Fiber Propellers Carbon fiber propellers with polished finish for multirotor applications.
- MS Series Polymer Propellers Polymer material propellers designed for cost-effective multirotor applications.
- AX Series Fixed-Wing Motors Dedicated brushless motors designed for fixed-wing UAV propulsion systems.
- AT Series Fixed-Wing Motors Motors designed for fixed-wing aircraft and VTOL pusher propulsion configurations.
- AT Series Fixed-Wing ESC Electronic speed controllers designed for fixed-wing UAV propulsion systems.
- VL Series VTOL Propulsion System Complete VTOL propulsion systems including VL1155 (57 kg thrust), VL1165 (66 kg thrust), VL1180 (88 kg thrust), and VL1380 (83 kg thrust per arm), with electronic propeller-locking (≈10 W consumption), IP45 dust/water protection, temperature feedback, and real-time monitoring. Bundled with VL200A and VL300A ESCs and VZ40, VZ42, VZ45 propellers. Recommended MTOW 90–150 kg quad configurations.
- V Series VTOL Motor Motors designed specifically for VTOL aircraft propulsion with high efficiency and reliability.
- V Series VTOL ESC Field-oriented control electronic speed controllers for VTOL propulsion systems supporting CAN and PWM control protocols.
- VZ Series Carbon Fiber VTOL Propellers High-strength VTOL propellers with PMI foam core, delivering 30% higher flexural strength and 20% higher torsional stiffness versus traditional designs. Includes VZ40, VZ42, and VZ45 models, optimized for high vertical-flight thrust and low-drag cruise efficiency.
- S Series Manned eVTOL Propulsion System Manned-eVTOL propulsion systems including S150 (90 kg thrust, 400 V, 9.05 kg motor, 360 kg MTOW) and S200 (125 kg thrust, 400 V, 13.7 kg motor, 500 kg MTOW). Designed for passenger-carrying electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft requiring high reliability and redundancy.
- FPV Motor High-performance brushless motors designed for First-Person View racing and freestyle drones.
- FPV ESC Electronic speed controllers optimized for FPV drone racing with quick throttle response and high efficiency.
- FPV Propellers Propellers designed for FPV racing drones with optimized aerodynamics for racing performance.
- FPV Stacks Complete flight control and propulsion integrated stacks for FPV racing and freestyle drones.
- Heavy-Lift UAV Propulsion Solutions Application-specific complete propulsion systems covering 25–125 kg thrust classes for multirotor, VTOL, and manned eVTOL platforms. Includes magneto-thermal coupled simulation, optimized cooling architecture, and redundancy-oriented design for heavy-lift missions.
- Agricultural UAV Propulsion Solutions Application-specific propulsion solutions for 5–200 L agricultural drones covering 2–75 kg rated thrust, with high-efficiency co-design, 10–15% improved cooling capacity for 40°C+ operation, IP55 waterproofing, and 2,000-hour cycle endurance testing. Backed by a global 48-hour after-sales support commitment.
Quantifiable outcome
- 3% increase in flight time under hovering conditions with HEP-L ultra-light propellers
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use T-MOTOR
Customer profileSegments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
T-MOTOR technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature9 records
T-MOTOR partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- Xrobo DynamicsminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Indian market. Contact: [email protected], +91-9724502970. Website: xrobo.in
- HipodroneminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving Turkey. Contact: [email protected], +905447390805. Website: www.hipodrone.com.tr
- DRONIVOminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the European market. Contact: [email protected], +49 621 5600 4000. Website: www.dronivo.de/T-Motor
- Shahputra Trading Pvt LtdminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Indian market. Contact: [email protected] / [email protected], +91 8884000067 / 9741000062. Website: rcdhamaka.com
- IR-LOCK, LLCminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the USA market. Contact: [email protected] / [email protected], +19126610132. Website: irlock.com/collections/t-motor
- DAZZLE ROBOTICS PRIVATE LIMITEDminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Indian market. Contact: [email protected], +91-7878967626 / +91-7487077796. Website: robokits.co.in/t-motor-parts
- Gadgets DealminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Indian market. Contact: [email protected] / [email protected], +91 9403857399 / +91 9589255079. Website: gadgetsdeal.in/product-category/t-motors/
- ROBUminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Indian market. Contact: [email protected], +91 020 68197600 / +91-2068197646. Website: robu.in
- SMART HOBBYminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Pakistan market. Contact: [email protected], +923345307120 / +923006610748. Website: smarthobby.pk
- ZdroneminorAuthorized T-MOTOR dealer serving the Israel and Middle East market. Contact: [email protected], +972-507747477. Website: zdrone.co.il
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
T-MOTOR competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Maxon Motor: Swiss precision motor and drive specialist serving aerospace, medical, robotics, and industrial automation. Comparable to T-MOTOR's motor portfolio with overlap in UAV/aerospace propulsion where reliability and precision are required.
- T-Motor (correction: KDE Direct and equivalent specialists considered): Skyrocket is a UAV-focused distributor and product developer; comparable as an adjacent ecosystem participant in the propulsion-supply chain with overlap in industrial/commercial UAV propulsion.
- Plug Power / electric aviation propulsion peers: Safran and similar aerospace propulsion incumbents (Rolls-Royce Electrical, Honeywell) are scaling into the eVTOL propulsion market. Represents the incumbent competitive frontier that T-MOTOR's S Series must contend with as manned electric aviation scales.
- DJI (propulsion in-house): World's largest commercial drone manufacturer that develops motors, ESCs, and propellers in-house for its own platforms. Represents both a competitive threat (potential verticalization away from third-party suppliers) and adjacent reference point for propulsion component design.
Direct peers
- KDE Direct: US-based manufacturer of brushless motors, ESCs, and propellers for commercial and industrial UAVs. Directly comparable to T-MOTOR as a propulsion-component specialist serving professional and heavy-lift drone applications, with overlapping customer base in industrial/commercial drone OEMs.
- Hobbywing: China-based manufacturer of ESCs and motors for UAVs, RC, and industrial applications. Directly competes with T-MOTOR's ALPHA/V/THUNDER/FLAME/AIR ESC lines and motor families across multirotor and industrial drone segments.
- Scorpion Power System: Specialist manufacturer of high-performance brushless motors and ESCs for UAVs and manned electric aviation. Closely comparable to T-MOTOR's motor/ESC portfolio and is increasingly active in the eVTOL/certified aviation segment that T-MOTOR's S Series targets.
- Carbon Fiber Propeller Specialists (e.g., Direct Carbon): XOAR International is a specialist carbon fiber propeller manufacturer for UAVs, comparable directly to T-MOTOR's HEP-L, NS, VZ, and AUZ propeller families across multirotor, fixed-wing, and VTOL applications.
- EMAX (EMO RC): China-based manufacturer of UAV motors, ESCs, and FPV components. Direct peer in commercial and FPV segments, competing with T-MOTOR's FPV stack, motor, and ESC product families.
Regional players
- Align Corp / E-flite (props and motors): Taiwan-based RC and UAV component manufacturer with motor and propeller lines. Comparable as a regional propulsion-component competitor primarily serving Asia-Pacific drone OEMs and hobby markets.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
T-MOTOR social profiles
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T-MOTOR leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
T-MOTOR funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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T-MOTOR M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about T-MOTOR
What does T-MOTOR do?
T-MOTOR designs, manufactures, and sells complete UAV power systems consisting of matched brushless motors, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), and carbon fiber or polymer propellers for multirotor, fixed-wing, VTOL, and FPV aircraft. In addition to individual components, the company sells integrated modular propulsion systems (A Series, Air Gear, Modular, VL Series, S Series) and application-specific solutions for heavy-lift, agricultural, and manned eVTOL platforms. The product line is sold globally to drone manufacturers, integrators, and commercial operators through OEM/ODM channels, an authorized-dealer network, and direct e-commerce.
Is T-MOTOR a public or private company?
T-MOTOR is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was T-MOTOR founded?
T-MOTOR was founded in 2009. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is T-MOTOR based?
T-MOTOR is headquartered in Nanchangshi, China, in the Asia region.
How does T-MOTOR make money?
One revenue line is on record: UAV Propulsion Hardware Sales.
Who are T-MOTOR's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Maxon Motor, T-Motor (correction: KDE Direct and equivalent specialists considered), Plug Power / electric aviation propulsion peers and DJI (propulsion in-house). Direct peers are KDE Direct, Hobbywing, Scorpion Power System, Carbon Fiber Propeller Specialists (e.g., Direct Carbon) and EMAX (EMO RC). Align Corp / E-flite (props and motors) is listed as a regional player.
Does T-MOTOR have an API?
No public API is recorded for T-MOTOR.
What industry is T-MOTOR in?
T-MOTOR's product category is UAV Propulsion Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAIAK, UAS Power Systems & Propulsion (Motors, ESCs, Batteries, Fuel Cells), with a secondary code of IMABADAI, Propellers, Rotors & Open-Rotor Propulsors. Its NAICS code is 336413 and its SIC code is 3728.