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Turnigy TGY-MG959
Standard Discontinued

Turnigy TGY-MG959

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*Based on known specs.

Technical Specifications

Last Updated: 2026-07-10
Identity
Brand Turnigy
Category Hobby
Discontinued Yes
Performance
Torque
6.0V 200.00 oz-in
4.8V 166.00 oz-in Average
Speed
4.8V0.20 sec/60°Below Average
Physical
Weight 2.75 ozBelow Average
Dimensions L 1.583 in
W 0.791 in
H 1.449 in
Drivetrain
Motor Type Coreless
Gears Metal
Gear Spline/Teeth 25 T
Rotation/Support Dual Bearings
Control & Signal
Modulation Digital
Rotational Range 45°
Neutral Position 1520 µs
Dead Band 1 µs
Electrical & Environment
Operating Voltage 4.8–6 V
Temperature -20–60 °C
Connectivity
Connector JR (Universal)
Wire Length 320 mm

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Class Comparison

TorqueAverage
Stronger than 36% of 1043 Digital Standard servos at 4.8V
SpeedBelow Average
Faster than 11% of 1041 Digital Standard servos at 4.8V
WeightBelow Average
Lighter than 16% of 1902 Digital Standard servos

Performance Analysis

Shaft Power 1.53 W
Power Density0.846 W/in³
More power-dense than 14% of 1759 Digital Standard servos
Torque Density2.1282 oz-in/g
Stronger than 25% of 1036 Digital Standard servos
Torque-to-Volume Ratio91.49 oz-in/in³
Denser torque than 37% of 1042 Digital Standard servos
Speed-to-Weight0.06410 (1/sec·g)
Faster than 4% of 1033 Digital Standard servos
Speed-Torque Trade-off33.20
Better balanced than 56% of 1031 Digital Standard servos
Torque Gain per Volt17.07%/V
More voltage-responsive (torque) than 63% of 850 Digital Standard servos
Voltage Range Width1.2 V
Wider voltage range than 16% of 1539 Digital Standard servos

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Reviews (2)

  • paolo

    July 25, 2014

    Application(s): v tail glider

    Comments: makes terrible grinding noise when moving, will vibrate i.e. movement is not continuous but in small steps, the whole glider tail vibrates.
    I bought 9 of them. Disaster!

  • CanadianFlyer

    May 16, 2011

    Application(s): ParaGlider, Robotics

    Comments: The quality control isn't perfect. It varies between very good to average. So far I have six of these servos and all function, it is just a question of how well they function. I have one that is very noisy but works and seems to be getting better with use, as if there were gear teeth not quite meshing but are wearing in over a beak-in period.

    These servos aren't the fastest around and the speed they move on command varies from one unit to another by several microseconds. The zero and mid positions are repeatable. So if you require a fast response servo this isn't the one for you, but considering their size and torque they aren't bad.

    The almost all aluminum machined metal case isn't exactly all metal. The rear cover plate is plastic. The machining of the case is well done, is rugged and heavy. I haven't tested these to see if it's hermetically sealed, water proof or just water resistant, but from looking at the construction, I'd say it is at least water resistant that will stand up to those cool damp or moist days or if you live in a very high humidity area. So if you put them in a boat, or expose them to weather, I would add a little more protection against the direct elements.

    The one big thing in the favour of this servo, is the price. For a USD-$20+ servo, in this size category, you would be very hard pressed to beat it at twice the price.

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