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May 20, 2009

LRP 5300 40C Competition LiPo

LRP is now offering their new hard case 5300 Competition LiPo with upgraded 40C discharge rate to provide the highest possible performance. The new pack is developed to deliver unbelievable power combined with long runtime. Mounted in a durable hardcase to keep the cells from being damaged during use and is transparent to allow you to check on the conditions of the cells. Featuring the same dimensions as standard 6-cell Sub-C battery packs, the hardcase also features some vertical standard Sub-C cell bulges to securely fit standard Sub-C pre-cutted chassis.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

May 4, 2009

LRP 2-Stage Air filter set

LRP have released a completely new high-competition 2-Stage air filter set, as well as replacement airfilter foam and a rain cover for said air filter. A clean and effective high-performance airfilter is extremely important for getting the best performance and longest lifetime from your nitro engine. This oval shaped low profile filter fits easily under your body shell and its outer and inner foam offer 2 protective layers against the dirt and dust that can build up when out on track.

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April 21, 2009

LRP SXX TC Spec & Competition ESCs

Following on from yesterday’s release by Nosram of their new speed controllers, comes the latest versions from big brother LRP. The SXX TC Spec and SXX Competition both feature what the company call C3 Technology, which is a revolutionary copper core cooling system for lowest running temperatures, as well as new X-brake system that offers stronger braking and 10 autobrake settings for perfect adjustments. The new ADPC 2 software that is installed offers 10 power profiles and includes the profiles used by the team. This has a smaller footprint than the previous LRP speedo and so fits easier into your car and the TC Spec comes fitted with heat sink and is supplied with a cooling fan allowing it to be used with hotter motors.

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April 5, 2009

LRP Charity RC car Auction

LRP were in contact to inform us that they are auctioning off the car that DTM driver, and former Formula 1 racer, Markus Winkelhock drove at last weeks LRP TCM, for charity. The car is autographed and will be sold off to the highest bidder in the coming days on eBay, with all the money gathered going directly to ‘Aktion für krebskranke Kinder der Universitätskinderklinik in Heidelberg’, a special cancer clinic for children in the city of Heidelberg, and so a much deserving cause. The car itself is a Maverick Strada TC, a 1/10 4WD E-Touring car, with the body shell is a direct copy of the Markus’ current full size Audi A4 DTM-race car. So if you want to own this great piece of memorabilia, as well as help a great cause, then please place your bid by going to the auction page here.

April 2, 2009

LRP Fusion “2009” Micro Modified motor

LRP is releasing a new range of high performance brushed motors, specially developed for micro cars. LRP XTEC engineers have designed a micro modified motor, using all its experience from the big 540 size motors to power your micro model. Fully re-buildable 370 size design, this micro modified motor combines all features current 1/10 modified motors are equipped with, including high-end materials. The Fusion “2009” Micro Modified 370 motor also features a unique mounting system, which allows a simple installation into your car with M3 (17mm) and M2.5 (14.0mm) screws.

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March 26, 2009

LRP SXX TC Spec Speed controller

LRP have announced that their World Championship winning SXX TC spec speed controller will make its production debut at this weekends LRP Masters race in Germany. With a completely revised and updated software, ADPC 2, it offers even better throttle and brake control than previous models and the low profile heat sink and new internal design has improved heat dissipation even further. A new low profile high-rpm plugged fan, as well as the optimised Internal Temp Check System 2, are some of the other new features on the SXX.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

March 23, 2009

Elliott Boots to run VTEC tires

LRP have confirmed that top European off road star Elliott Boots has decided to run VTEC 1/8th off road tires in both buggy and truggy classes for the current racing season. After testing the tires and understanding the benefits of the complete VTEC tyre range, the RB powered Mugen driver decided to ink the deal for 2009.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

March 18, 2009

LRP VTEC 4600 Big Mama ‘Worlds Spec’ cell

LRP introduces the HV2 VTEC SC-4600UP BigMama ‘Worlds Spec’ cell, as used by Ronald Volker to claim the runner up spot at the 2008 TC World Championships. Unbelievable performance, maximum voltage, and extremely low internal resistance, this top-of-the-line competition battery was already a high end product which was now again enhanced. Thanks to the exclusive HV2 treatment the ‘Worlds Spec’ – version delivers highest power over the complete runtime and never seen before top speeds and acceleration values.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]