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55g Heavy-Duty Metal Gear Servo – MG996R
Reliable and Powerful Heavy-Duty Servo for Everyday Projects
Looking for a high-torque, heavy-duty servo for your next DIY or robotics project? The MG996R 55g heavy-duty metal gear servo delivers strong, precise movement and is ideal for RC vehicles, robotics, remote-controlled cars, planes, and Arduino-based builds. This digital torque servo offers impressive strength and durability for everyday consumers who need something more powerful than standard 3.5g or 9g servos.
Easy to Use – Plug and Play
The MG996R servo is easy to connect and control. It works with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and most microcontrollers – no special skills required. Simply plug it into your servo port and start enjoying precise 0-180 degree movement, perfect for steering, lifting, or rotating in any project.
Durable Metal Gears for Extra Strength
This heavy-duty servo uses all-metal gears for long-lasting reliability and extra torque. The sturdy enclosure and gear design provide quiet, consistent performance, making it one of the best choices for RC enthusiasts and hobbyists who need a reliable, affordable high-torque servo.
MG996R Heavy-Duty Servo Specifications
- Item Name: MG996R digital servo (Vetco VUPN632)
- Weight: 62g
- Dimensions: 40 x 19 x 43 mm
- Operating Voltage: 4.8V – 7.2V
- Operating Speed: 0.19 sec / 60° at 4.8V  | 0.18 sec / 60° at 6.0V
- Stall Torque: 13 kg-cm (180.5 oz-in) at 4.8V Â |Â 15 kg-cm (208.3 oz-in) at 6V
- Gear Type: All metal gears
- Wire Length: 300mm (11.81")
- Color: Black
- Rotation: 0 to 180 degrees
- Package Includes: One servo motor and multiple servo horns
Perfect for RC Cars, Robotics, and DIY Electronics
Whether you're upgrading your RC truck, building a robot arm, or automating a hobby project, this heavy-duty servo motor gives you the high-torque performance and reliability you need, all at an accessible price. It's the popular MG996R model trusted by makers everywhere.
Why Choose the MG996R Servo?
- Powerful digital torque control for tough jobs
- All-metal gears for enhanced durability
- Quick and simple to set up with Arduino and other controllers
- Great fit for RC vehicles, robotics projects, and home automation
Upgrade your project with the MG996R 55g heavy-duty metal gear servo from Vetco Electronics. For questions or help choosing the right servo for your application, our technical team is here to help.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
55g Heavy-Duty Metal Gear Servo – MG996R
Reliable and Powerful Heavy-Duty Servo for Everyday Projects
Looking for a high-torque, heavy-duty servo for your next DIY or robotics project? The MG996R 55g heavy-duty metal gear servo delivers strong, precise movement and is ideal for RC vehicles, robotics, remote-controlled cars, planes, and Arduino-based builds. This digital torque servo offers impressive strength and durability for everyday consumers who need something more powerful than standard 3.5g or 9g servos.
Easy to Use – Plug and Play
The MG996R servo is easy to connect and control. It works with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and most microcontrollers – no special skills required. Simply plug it into your servo port and start enjoying precise 0-180 degree movement, perfect for steering, lifting, or rotating in any project.
Durable Metal Gears for Extra Strength
This heavy-duty servo uses all-metal gears for long-lasting reliability and extra torque. The sturdy enclosure and gear design provide quiet, consistent performance, making it one of the best choices for RC enthusiasts and hobbyists who need a reliable, affordable high-torque servo.
MG996R Heavy-Duty Servo Specifications
- Item Name: MG996R digital servo (Vetco VUPN632)
- Weight: 62g
- Dimensions: 40 x 19 x 43 mm
- Operating Voltage: 4.8V – 7.2V
- Operating Speed: 0.19 sec / 60° at 4.8V  | 0.18 sec / 60° at 6.0V
- Stall Torque: 13 kg-cm (180.5 oz-in) at 4.8V Â |Â 15 kg-cm (208.3 oz-in) at 6V
- Gear Type: All metal gears
- Wire Length: 300mm (11.81")
- Color: Black
- Rotation: 0 to 180 degrees
- Package Includes: One servo motor and multiple servo horns
Perfect for RC Cars, Robotics, and DIY Electronics
Whether you're upgrading your RC truck, building a robot arm, or automating a hobby project, this heavy-duty servo motor gives you the high-torque performance and reliability you need, all at an accessible price. It's the popular MG996R model trusted by makers everywhere.
Why Choose the MG996R Servo?
- Powerful digital torque control for tough jobs
- All-metal gears for enhanced durability
- Quick and simple to set up with Arduino and other controllers
- Great fit for RC vehicles, robotics projects, and home automation
Upgrade your project with the MG996R 55g heavy-duty metal gear servo from Vetco Electronics. For questions or help choosing the right servo for your application, our technical team is here to help.




