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February 7, 2019

ORCA OE1 1/10th brushless speed controller

Available now from ORCA is their all-new OE1 brushless speed controller for 1/10th competition applications. Utilising a machined alloy case with heatsink design the ESC is 760A peak current rates, allowing to use it with down to 4.5T modified motors. Other features include an adjustable heavy-duty 6V/7.2V and 5A BEC system, 3S LiPo compatibility, and an easy-to-replace receiver wire. The controller is adjustable using Orca’s options programming card and it comes including all-black power wires and an optional cooling fan.

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February 7, 2019

Hudy 1/8th off-road diff & shock tray

Hudy is busy adding more specialised trays to their growing range with the latest being a dedicated variant for 1/8th scale diffs and shock absorbers. The machined alloy tray is made of high-quality 7075 material and it offers four individually marked compartments as well as a detachable shock stand. The tray allows for easier shock and diff building and maintenance as it prevents parts from becoming mixed while also offering a sturdy base to rest the shocks in during refilling.

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February 7, 2019

Zen Racing P12 Evo carbon fibre chassis set

Zen Racing have introduced a carbon fibre chassis set for the Roche P12 Evo 1/12th scale pan car kit. The chassis shape has been changed slightly at the front in order to improve strength while adjusted cutouts give the servo saver a little more room. Included with the main chassis comes a suitable lower rear pod plate.

Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

February 7, 2019

Xray Racing Series Italy Rd1 – Report

The opening round of the Xray Racing Series Italy, a 3-race indoor tour, was held recently at the SRC track with 70 drivers in attendance. In the premier Touring Modified class, Menicucci lead the race from the qualifying rounds with Mazzeo, Baruffolo, Romagnoli, Piersante and Mancini fighting for the remaining podium places. In the end it was Menicucci with the win from Baruffolo and Romagnoli (all Xray).

Continue reading the report here

February 7, 2019

HiroFactory F104/F103 central lock left wheel hub

HiroFactory have introduced a new central lock left wheel hub for Tamiya F104/F103 formula cars. Featuring a clamping design using a central locking nut the hub offers improved reliability compared to standard locking-type hubs while being gentle on the axle shaft at the same time. Usable with all 6.35mm or 1/4” axles and on F104/F103-style cars the hub comes machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and it is black anodised for wear and looks.

Source: HiroFactory [hirofactory.jp]

February 7, 2019

Rebellion-RC T4 low profile conversion kit

Coming from RC-Carbonstore’s Rebellion-RC brand is a low profile conversion kit for the Xray T4 touring car. The set allows for a somewhat radical shock conversion that places the dampers 5mm lower compared to the standard setting for an overall lower centre of gravity. In addition the updated geometry optimises overall damping for higher corner speeds, less traction rolling in high-grip conditions and a more linear shock action. The set, that fits the 2017 to 2019 variants of the T4, contains all needed parts, including shock towers, lower arm extensions and machined original T4 arms. As usual with Rebellion-RC’s carbon fibre optionals, the set is available in twelve different carbon fibre weave colours and all parts, as well as the machined arms, are also available separately for spares or repair.

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February 7, 2019

KO Propo RSx3-one10 Flection Type-T servo

KO Propo have introduced their new RSx3-one10 Type-T servo, specially developed for the use with Tamiya brushless speed controllers. The steering servo builds on the proven RSx3-one10 series, however a specially developed coreless motor makes for lower current consumption, ideal for speed controller with less powerful BEC systems such as Tamiya’s brushless ESC that features a 1.5A BEC system. The servo is aimed towards the use in Tamiya racing series where the Tamiya speedo is mandatory but it can be used with basically every other electronic speed controller. In addition the servo features five programmed settings, for high-grip asphalt, low-grip asphalt, low-grip carpet, Tamiya World Championship blue carpet and the Tamyia Kakegawa track, all of which are accessible using KO Propo’s HCS programming interface. To further make the servo stand out it features light blue case details and a black high-flex receiver wire.

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February 7, 2019

Muchmore Impact competition LiPo battery packs

Muchmore have introduced three new standard size Impact Silicon Graphene series LiPo and LiHV battery packs. First up is the 8200mAh Impact Max-Punch FD4 7.4V LiPo pack that measures 138×46.5×24.8mm and weighs in at 323g. The 130C cells provide lots of punch for non-booted stock racing classes. Next up is the 6000mAh Impact LCG Max-Punch FD4 7.4V pack, again made of high-performance 130C cells but at 22.3mm of height it weighs in at 285g, making for an overall lower centre of gravity. The battery is aimed at blinky and boosted stock racing classes. Both packs features a flat voltage discharge curve and a super low internal resistance. Last but not least comes the Impact LCG HV FD4 LiHV 7.6V battery pack. Made of high-quality 130C cells and featuring a flat voltage discharge curve the 22.3mm tall battery weighs in at 283g and it can be charged to up to 8.7V, making it ideal for outlaw stock and modified racing.

View the other new battery packs here