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While I can't really answer why we run motors at higher than rated voltage, that's sort of the way it's always been. Even old Pittman motors from the 40s are normally considered 12 volt motors - but they don't ever burn out, as evidenced by still running so many years later.

It's probably similar to how light bulbs in vintage trains that are rated for 12 volts don't mind being used at a higher voltage - but may burn out quicker.

The Lego motors are internally geared down, that's why they're so slow. I assume Lego didn't want to give too high rpm motors to children. I wonder if it's possible to remove the gearing, but it would probably be challenging.

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