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May 2, 2024

AGFRC IP67-waterproof 72KG Large Scale servo

New from servo manufacturer AGFRC is their upgrade design A200BHMW IP67 waterproof 72Kg digital servo intended for large scale car use. Compatible with 2S normal driving voltage is equipped with a reliable 15T output shaft and all-aluminium CNC servo case. Powered by a high quality brushless motor it can deliver 0.092Sec fast speed and 72kg-cm impressive torque at 8.4V. The steel material gears keep the servo working smooth and reducing any deformity or wear. Programmable features offer more personalised parameter settings, such as soft start, over load protection, and other basic settings. It is a large size servo suitable for 1:6 vehicles and at 180g lighter is also an option for 1:5 using a matched mounting tray. For easy installation, a 15T spline metal double horn and a single horn are included.

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May 2, 2024

Kyosho Pure Ten GP 4WD V-ONE R4 Evo.3

Kyosho has unveiled the upcoming release of a new kit version of its V-ONE R4 1:10 Competition Nitro Touring Car, the Pure Ten GP 4WD V-ONE R4 Evo.3. The latest evolution of the R4, which was first released in 2011, the Evo.3 now comes with a chassis conversion kit released in 2023 as standard along with a revised shape front bulkhead and new stabilizer bar set-up in response to the latest racing developmenrs. In the new main chassis, the engine mounting method has been revised to a fixed-centre type, optimising chassis flexibility and eliminating the quirks in left and right steering characteristics during cornering. At the same time, the receiver and servo battery mounting tray has been updated, which also improves the roll characteristics of the chassis. Battery replacement is also easier. What’s more interesting is that the V-ONE R4 Evo.3 kit will be sold in a package that can accommodate both foam and rubber tyres. The clutch is a type that fits the OS-12TG engine, which is often used in Japan, and comes with clutch springs suitable for Kyosho Cup designated rubber tyres and open race foam tyres. Front side pulleys and damper springs for both rubber and foam tires are included.

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May 1, 2024

The Michal Orlowski Column – Edition No.2

You all loved his first column so we are delighted that Michal Orlowski has somehow found time in his busy schedule to give us another great column as an insight into his world as Schumacher’s star factory driver. Once again we’ll let Michal take it away and tell you in his own style what has been going on over the last two months….. ‘It has been a while since my last update here. We have been hard at work with the team to finish off the winter season on a high. We attended numerous events between February and April, which I will tell you all about, emphasising the struggles and how we could overcome them together. After attending the Mibosport Cup in early February, it was time to switch back to buggy mode. For the last few years, the MK GP event has been one of the mostly anticipated off-road races of the winter season with hundreds of drivers participating, but more importantly thousands of people coming to watch us race RC cars. The event is held in the MK shopping centre in Milton Keynes, UK, home to the Redbull F1 team. The event is organised by the Silverstone Club, who hosts weekly club races and a winter series at a smaller venue. This gave us the chance to test on the unique carpet the MK GP crew decided to use since 2023.

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May 1, 2024

RC Maker FlySky Noble GeoCarbon Base

RC Maker has released a new base accessory for the increasingly popular Noble range of radios from FlySky. The GeoCarbon Base for Noble range drastically reduces the weight of your radio when not using the battery base, whilst allowing it to be stood up. The balance can be tuned by inserting one or two optional brass weights to adjust the weight bias of the radio. The Base effortlessly clips on and off for when you need to charge the radio. Anti slip pads in the carbon base stop the radio from sliding around on smooth surfaces. The Base is constructed from 100% Matte 6k Carbon Fibre with RC Maker’s signature GeoCarbon styling and chamfered edges.

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May 1, 2024

Hong Nor ‘Thick’ SPL Brake Pad for 1:8 GT

Reigning World Champion 1:8 GT chassis manufacturer Hong Nor has released a new ‘Thick’ SPL Brake Pad for use in the category. As the speed of GT cars keeps getting faster, brakes are wearing out more quickly. To cope with this problem, the Hong Nor has develops a brand new thicker brake pad so that drivers can achieve better racing performance.

Source: Hong Nor [hongnor-racing.com]

May 1, 2024

Team Associated SR10M Dirt Oval Team Kit

Often overlooked in the mainstream RC, dirt track racing has its following and Team Associated has released a new 1:10 car for dirt, clay and pavement-racing excitement in the form of the SR10M Dirt Oval Team Kit. With competitions held on oval tracks with a surface of dirt or clay at locations throughout the United States, it’s easy to see why everyone enjoys gathering to these year-round weekly experiences. The SR10M Dirt Oval Race Car features 24 precision ball bearings, fully adjustable suspension, vertical ball ends for roll centre adjustments, 2.6:1 ratio gearbox with heavy-duty sealed gear differential, and externally adjustable V2 slipper clutch. The new Octalock spur gear and 11mm Octalock pads are used for maximum consistency and higher torque capacity.

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April 30, 2024

3Racing Sakura D6S 1:10 Drift Chassis

Hong Kong manufacturer 3Racing has released details of its latest entry level 1:10 Drift Chassis, the Sakura D6S. The all new kit features the ability to run 3 different motor positions in addition to three different types of transmission giving a wide range of distribution and driving characteristic options. New parts include a slim front bulkhead with castor adjustment between 2-8 degrees. The kit also gets as belt drive system with a 2.71 ratio that gives the most linear acceleration for medium sized tracks. To improve the D6 steering angle, they have introduced a newly designed KPI knuckle. Other developments in the kit are new 6 x 1.3 pistons to give huge improvements in the shock effectiveness.

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April 30, 2024

175RC ‘Retro Gamer’ and ‘Diamonds’ car stands

Utah based 175RC has released a range of new foam car stands that are ‘Retro Gamer’ and ‘Diamonds’ themed. These stands are 2 inches thick making them perfect for 1:10 and smaller on/offroad vehicles. Giving a platform measuring 4 x 8 ” they provide a nice solid work surface to set your chassis on. Starting with the ‘Diamonds’ and ‘Retro Gamer’ styles, they have plans to expand the range of styles offered.

Source: 175RC [175rc.com]