The global drone motor market was valued at USD 6,340.3 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 13,398.1 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 10.33% over the forecast period. This robust growth is driven by increasing adoption of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) across commercial, defense, and industrial applications, as well as technological advancements in motor efficiency and performance.

Market Overview and Motor Functionality

Drone motors are essential components of UAVs, transforming electrical energy into mechanical thrust that enables drones to take off, hover, and maneuver. Typically mounted on the drone's arms, motors are connected to propellers that produce lift through rapid spinning. Flight states—such as ascent, descent, or turning—are controlled by varying motor speeds.

There are two primary types of UAV motors:

• Brushed Motors: Cost-effective and suitable for entry-level or toy drones, offering simple construction.
• Brushless Motors (BLDC): Preferred for high-performance drones due to their efficiency, precision, and durability. These motors feature a stator (with wire coils), a rotor (with permanent magnets), bearings to reduce friction, and an electronic controller for speed regulation.

Key Companies in the Drone Motor Market

• DJI (China)
• Hacker Motor GmbH (Germany)
• KDE Direct (U.S.)
• Parrot Drone SAS (France)
• T-Motor (China)
• Nidec Corporation (Japan)
• Neumotors (U.S.)
• Faulhaber Group (Germany)
• Sunnysky Motors (China)
• Mad Motor Components Co., Ltd. (China)

Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/drone-motor-market-110736