Red RC » Sebastian

June 23, 2020

Reedy 1416-C2L Dual AC/DC competition balance charger

Associated Electrics have introduced the new Reedy 1416-C2L Dual AC/DC competition balance charger. The device features a high-performance microprocessor, specialised operating software, and many advanced features make it the perfect charging solution for new hobbyists, casual enthusiasts, or hardcore racers. Simultaneous charging of two batteries at up to 14A is possible thanks to a powerful integrated power supply. Storage of up to 10 different charge profiles per channel allows for easy access to your most commonly used settings. End Voltage Control gives racers an added option to regulate power output and calibrate voltage, while 1S Balance Mode results in accurate voltage readings when charging 1S batteries. Safety has not been overlooked with the 1416-C2L thanks to its lithium-specific charging scheme that requires balance charging in modes appropriate for lithium batteries. Nitro racers haven’t been overlooked thanks to a specific mode designed for single-cell NiMH igniter batteries. In addition to its long list of powerful features, the 1416-C2L features an attractive exterior with a compact footprint and front-facing outputs to maximise pit space.

View a list of the key features here

June 23, 2020

Pro-Line Shadow 2.2” buggy tyres

Coming from Pro-Line are their new Shadow 2.2” buggy tyres. Designed for drivers that are tired of burning down brand-new Positrons into ghost pins or slicks in order to be competitive in several track conditions, the new Shadow tyres have the same Positron tyre shape but require much less grinding and burning in to get into the sweet spot. The tread of the Shadow matches the internal webbing exactly as if the internal webbing grew from the inside out. This provides consistent stability when running as ghost shadow tread while the short tread makes it easy to burn off when needing a full slick. The tyre is available as 2WD front, 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear tyre in MC clay and S4 super soft compounds.

View the 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear tyre here

June 22, 2020

Fenix Mistral 2.0 short wheelbase carbon fibre chassis

Coming from Fenix and made for their Mistral 2.0 formula pan car is a short wheelbase carbon fibre chassis. Machined from high-quality 2.5mm material the main plate offers the same 15mm shorter wheelbase as the aluminium chassis, making it ideal for short and technical tracks while the standard long wheelbase main plate is the best choice for open, flowing tracks. The short wheelbase chassis is available from now on.

Source: Fenix [fenixracingshop.com]

June 22, 2020

JConcepts S15 EB48 2.0 body shell

JConcepts have announced the soon release of their S15 body shell for the Tekno EB48 2.0 buggy. The S15 blends performance features from the popular Silencer body with new features such as mid-body winglets and rear stabiliser kick-up. The roof of the body remains strong with the upper fin in position for stability and tracking ability. The area behind the cab remains clean with a deep-rooted position allowing exposure to air and escape. The S15 stance cockpit allows ample inside space, a smoother high-speed windshield transition which tackles even the most high-speed conditions. The hard-edged chamfering provides the classic JConcepts look while also delivering aero benefits and perfect decal positioning. The front and rear body mount area is cleanly designed and allows for a drop-fit on the Tekno EB48 2.0. Included with the body come window masks and a decal sheet.

View more images here

June 22, 2020

Ronda Drake wins at Revelation Raceway club race

Revelation Raceway of Montclair, California held their June club race this past weekend, attracting 65 entries. In Open Nitro Buggy it was Mugen’s Adam Drake with the overall TQ, however after the 20-minute A-main event it was Adam’s wife Ronda (Mugen) with the win some 4.8 seconds in front of Xray’s Daniel Blalock. Further 19 seconds behind, David Carrasco Jr. (HB Racing) would round out the top 3 result while Adam had to settle for 4th overall following some issues in the second half or the main.

Image: Mugen [mugenracing.com]

June 22, 2020

MonacoRC V2 USB adaptor

MonacoRC have introduced an updated version of their USB-to-RC-receiver adaptor with the V2 offering ultra fast FTP. The adaptor connects a model car radio system to a MS Windows-based PC, allowing to use RC car simulators such as VRC Pro with your own radio gear. Due to the design the device does not need any drivers, making it a plug & play. It works with every transmitter and receiver and simulates the ESC and steering servo. It also supports all the functions of the transmitter such as servo speed, curve and more. All that is needed to get it running is a free USB port on the computer, a MS Windows-based PC or an Apple Mac running Parallel or BootCamp and Windows. The adaptor is available with a blue or red case from now on.

View the blue variant here

June 22, 2020

ZooRacing 3-piece 190mm touring car wing set

Available now from ZooRacing is their new 3-piece wing set that includes three different design wings to fine-tune the aerodynamics of most of today’s 1/10th scale 190mm touring car bodies. Included are the wing of the ultra-popular DBX/PreoPard/ZooZilla series, the highly-curved HellCat rear wing as well as the new BayBee rear wing, all moulded from high-quality polycarbonate. Also included are a total of six polycarbonate endplates. Using the set comes in handy especially when running ZooRacing’s ultra lightweight 0.5mm bodies that greatly profit from the tougher and less flexible rear wings as they improve overall downforce without adding too much weight. In addition the different shapes of the wings allow to fine-tune the aerodynamic balance if conditions call for it. The wing set is usable with all 190mm touring cars that use a 100mm wing post spacing, they come un-cut and are supplied in clear high-quality polycarbonate material.

View more images here

June 22, 2020

Kyosho ZX7 reversible servo mount set

Coming soon from Kyosho is their new reversible servo mount set for the Lazer ZX7 1/10th scale 4WD buggy. The kit includes an aluminium inner servo mount, an outer servo mount post as well as a flippable upper brace that enables the driver to run the steering servo either on the left or the right hand side of the buggy, allowing to adjust the electronics layout and thus overall weight balance. All parts are machined from high-quality aluminium for exceptional stability and precision and they come dark anodised for surface protection and looks.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]