POWER YOUR CART!
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We launched our system with a custom fit for Inovativ carts, but we’ve since expanded our compatibility to support multiple industry-standard makes, including:
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What Wheel Sizes are available?
Our systems are designed to be versatile and adaptable, and they are available in three different wheel options. This allows users to choose the most suitable configuration for their specific loads and terrain.
10" TIRES
10" Wheel drive system is our base configuration as it replaces your existing wheels, turning your cart into a motorized cart in minutes!
11" SAND WHEELS
The 11" balloon tires are the ideal solution for beaches and terrains where a regular cart would normally sink. This requires all the existing wheels from your cart to be replaced by our balloon tires.
15" TIRES
The 15" drive system is our all-terrain configuration, as it allows going through all kind of surfaces, while keeping the traction. This system requires all wheels of your existing cart to be replaced by 15" tires.
Testimonials
"Game changer for a heavy rig." "As a DIT, my cart carries a massive amount of expensive, heavy gear. Pushing that setup across uneven terrain used to be an absolute nightmare. With the Black Mule system, I can navigate gravel, grass, and steep ramps effortlessly with one hand. It has completely transformed my workflow on set."
"Fits perfectly and works beautifully." "I was skeptical about how well it would fit my older cart, but the compatibility is spot on. The build quality is top-tier, and the battery life easily gets us through wrapped days and overtime. If you’re on your feet pushing gear all day, do yourself a favor and get this system."
I've been using the Black Mule Power Drive System on my camera cart, and it has completely changed the way I move gear on set. The system adds two powerful drive wheels that make pushing even the heaviest fully loaded camera carts feel effortless. Whether I'm transporting camera packages, cases, or support equipment, I never have to worry about the weight. Gone are the days of dreading a long push uphill or across a large studio lot. One of my favorite features is the two-speed operation. The standard speed provides plenty of power and torque for hauling heavy loads, while the low-speed mode is perfect for crowded stages, tight hallways, and other situations where precision and control are important. The Black Mule is well-built, reliable, and incredibly practical for the demands of production work. It reduces physical strain, saves time, and makes moving equipment safer and more efficient. Overall, I've been extremely happy with my Black Mule Power Drive System. It's one of those tools that quickly becomes indispensable on set--a camera assistant's best friend
"Game changer for a heavy rig." "As a DIT, my cart carries a massive amount of expensive, heavy gear. Pushing that setup across uneven terrain used to be an absolute nightmare. With the Black Mule system, I can navigate gravel, grass, and steep ramps effortlessly with one hand. It has completely transformed my workflow on set."
"Fits perfectly and works beautifully." "I was skeptical about how well it would fit my older cart, but the compatibility is spot on. The build quality is top-tier, and the battery life easily gets us through wrapped days and overtime. If you’re on your feet pushing gear all day, do yourself a favor and get this system."
I've been using the Black Mule Power Drive System on my camera cart, and it has completely changed the way I move gear on set. The system adds two powerful drive wheels that make pushing even the heaviest fully loaded camera carts feel effortless. Whether I'm transporting camera packages, cases, or support equipment, I never have to worry about the weight. Gone are the days of dreading a long push uphill or across a large studio lot. One of my favorite features is the two-speed operation. The standard speed provides plenty of power and torque for hauling heavy loads, while the low-speed mode is perfect for crowded stages, tight hallways, and other situations where precision and control are important. The Black Mule is well-built, reliable, and incredibly practical for the demands of production work. It reduces physical strain, saves time, and makes moving equipment safer and more efficient. Overall, I've been extremely happy with my Black Mule Power Drive System. It's one of those tools that quickly becomes indispensable on set--a camera assistant's best friend
"Saved my back on long production days." "Moving a fully loaded camera cart over a 14-hour day takes a massive physical toll. Adding the Black Mule drive system was the best investment we’ve made. It handles flawlessly, the throttle is incredibly intuitive, and it easily tackles inclines that used to require two or three people to push."
"Absorbs the worst city streets can throw at it." "Filming on historic cobblestones and constantly popping over city curbs usually rattles a cart—and the operator—to pieces. Using my video cart with powered Sand Wheels made it extremely easy navigating those streets. I was the envy on the shoot."
As a Head Tech, my cart is the backbone of my daily workflow, and the Black Mule electric drive system has completely transformed how I move gear. Transporting heavy crane heads used to be a grueling, multi-person push, but this system handles the massive weight effortlessly. My absolute favorite feature is how it tackles inclines—even fully loaded, the cart walks right up the ramp into my van with zero strain and total control. It’s an absolute game-changer for set logistics that saves my back every single day."
"Saved my back on long production days." "Moving a fully loaded camera cart over a 14-hour day takes a massive physical toll. Adding the Black Mule drive system was the best investment we’ve made. It handles flawlessly, the throttle is incredibly intuitive, and it easily tackles inclines that used to require two or three people to push."
"Absorbs the worst city streets can throw at it." "Filming on historic cobblestones and constantly popping over city curbs usually rattles a cart—and the operator—to pieces. Using my video cart with powered Sand Wheels made it extremely easy navigating those streets. I was the envy on the shoot."
As a Head Tech, my cart is the backbone of my daily workflow, and the Black Mule electric drive system has completely transformed how I move gear. Transporting heavy crane heads used to be a grueling, multi-person push, but this system handles the massive weight effortlessly. My absolute favorite feature is how it tackles inclines—even fully loaded, the cart walks right up the ramp into my van with zero strain and total control. It’s an absolute game-changer for set logistics that saves my back every single day."
"Flawless performance on location." "We were shooting a feature in the middle of a forest with zero paved roads. I honestly don't know how we would have moved my sound cart without the Black Mule. Even with the standard tires, it plowed right through dirt and roots without missing a beat. It’s an absolute powerhouse."
Having BlackMule on my camera cart is not only an amazing tool with more features than the competitors, but it’s safer than them as well. I know that when I or anyone else go to push the throttle, my cart will ease into the power instead of jumping forwards in an unsafe manner. Also, I love that it has a braking system. I can walk up or down a hill with ease and I also have the peace of mind knowing that brake will cause the cart to come to stop on its own if necessary. I would highly recommend BlackMule to anyone who wants a motor wheel for their cart
"Flawless performance on location." "We were shooting a feature in the middle of a forest with zero paved roads. I honestly don't know how we would have moved my sound cart without the Black Mule. Even with the standard tires, it plowed right through dirt and roots without missing a beat. It’s an absolute powerhouse."
Having BlackMule on my camera cart is not only an amazing tool with more features than the competitors, but it’s safer than them as well. I know that when I or anyone else go to push the throttle, my cart will ease into the power instead of jumping forwards in an unsafe manner. Also, I love that it has a braking system. I can walk up or down a hill with ease and I also have the peace of mind knowing that brake will cause the cart to come to stop on its own if necessary. I would highly recommend BlackMule to anyone who wants a motor wheel for their cart
Tell us what kind of cart you have and your wheel size, and we’ll provide a quote.
If you have a specific application in mind, we’d love to hear about it—we may have a solution for you.
Email us at info.blackmule@gmail.com.
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Advantages
The Black Mule system utilizes a central motor with a heavy-duty transaxle rather than standard hub motors, delivering unmatched reliability, control, and performance.
Superior Torque & Efficiency
By utilizing internal mechanical gear reduction, the system pairs a highly efficient, high-RPM motor with optimal gearing. This multiplies torque significantly at the wheels, allowing you to move heavy carts up steep ramps and across rugged terrain without breaking a sweat.
Advanced Maneuverability & Differential Steering
Our transaxle features a true mechanical differential. When turning, the outside wheel naturally spins faster than the inside wheel, allowing for incredibly smooth, tight turns. This gives you precision handling in crowded environments without dragging, skidding, or tearing up your tires.
Total Downhill Speed Control
Safety shouldn't rely solely on manual brakes. The transaxle’s internal gear reduction provides natural mechanical resistance, preventing runaway acceleration on downward slopes. The system inherently restricts the cart from picking up unwanted momentum, giving you absolute control over your descent speed.
Sealed Motor Housing
Built for demanding production environments, the entire motor and drive assembly are completely enclosed in a sealed housing. This keeps out dust, dirt, debris, and moisture, ensuring long-term durability whether you are in a gritty studio or out on a rugged location shoot.
Simplified Control & Perfect Tracking
With a single transaxle motor driving both wheels through a unified mechanical linkage, both sides receive identical power perfectly in sync. This guarantees flawless straight-line tracking without the constant steering corrections often required by independent hub motors.
The spark came while working on a television show backlot where the production team had dumped tons of sand to build the sets. Fighting to push heavy gear through deep sand day after day, we knew there had to be a better way.Our first instinct was to experiment with motorized hub wheels. While they offered a slight improvement, we quickly ran into major limitations—namely a lack of low-end torque and fine sand invading the wheel motors. Realizing that hub motors weren't up to the grueling demands of production environments, we abandoned the idea completely.
Months later, we discovered a different, field-proven approach: a heavy-duty system built around a central motor and a mechanical transaxle.
Our prototypes performed flawlessly. Recognizing how much this setup would benefit our peers, we knew we had to bring this solution to the wider production community.
We are dedicated to building robust, highly effective power drive systems that integrate seamlessly into the fast-paced, demanding workflows of modern production.
We are incredibly proud that our systems have achieved these goals and that our industry peers are finding such great success with them. As we grow, our focus is on scaling up production to bring manufacturing costs down—allowing us to pass those savings directly to our crew mates and make motorized cart solutions more affordable for everyone.
Innovation doesn't stop here.
We are continuously refining our products and developing tailored solutions for other departments and specialized applications. If you have an idea, a suggestion, or a unique challenge on set, we are always eager to collaborate.
We stand firmly behind everything we build, and we are committed to never letting you down.
F.A.Q
What is the difference between Black Mule Systems and other powered wheels?
Other drive systems use powered motor hubs inside the wheels, similar to those used for electric scooters.
The Black Mule solution was designed around a potent, single axle motor, built for high torque with a differential. This results in a system that is more powerful by design, but also smoother and easier to control under load. The motor clutch actuates a built in brake for more control and safety, and both the motor and brake are fully sealed from the elements for added security.
How do I install the Black Mule system?
What kind of battery do we use?
Can I use Block Battery to power the system?
What kind of warranty do we offer?
Does Black-Mule support non-branded carts?
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What is the weight rating for the drive system?
For carts with the 2000W motor, an average of 1000lbs