Coming from Antix by LRP is the MT-1 1/12th scale 2WD monster truck. The 320mm long vehicle is equipped with a sturdy 2WD drivetrain, long-travel suspension, full ball bearings and heavy-duty steel driveshafts. Included are also grippy all-terrain tyres, a pre-decorated bodyshell and a 2.4GHz radio system. The package is rounded out by a LiPo battery pack and a suitable quick charger.
LRP have revamped their Competition Car Line range of high-performance LiPo batteries for 2017, adding several 7.6V LiHV packs. The P5-HV technology Graphene cells will offer improved durability when charged to the standard 4.2V per cell but they are good for the use with up to 4.35V charge end voltage, allowing to use them in outlaw racing classes. The new cell technology makes for improved average voltage, lower heat built-up and an increased voltage level towards the end of a run. The range starts with four standard length 2S packs, the 8000mAh TC Stock Spec (25.1mm height/332g), the 6400mAh TC LCG Stock Spec (22.5mm/274g), the 5500mAh TC Ultra LCG (20.0mm/230g) and the 5600mAh TC LCG (22.5mm/268g.
LRP have announced the addition of Japan’s Akio Sobue to their factory team. The former JRMCA Electric Touring Car Champion and multiple IFMAR Worlds A-main finisher already used LRP electronics in parts of his 2016 campaign but he will be now getting the full factory treatment while running LRP’s new FlowX speed controller, Vector X20 motors and Competition Car Line battery packs while also using LRP chargers and accessories. Akio says:
The LRP system offers exceptional performance over the whole RPM range, that’s why I like the products. It also allows me to fully concentrate on the race and my driving, to focus on my strategy and I have never to worry about power or reliability – that’s perfect. I already learned that LRP is a great partner and I hope we can share many victories together.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
German Maverick distributors LRP have introduced the Strada DC RTR drift car. Building on a sturdy 4WD shaft-driven composite tub chassis the car also features oil-filled shock absorbers, double wishbone suspension, an enclosed drivetrain as well as front and rear gear differentials. Included are also a strong steering servo, waterproof speed controller and a MM-22 540-class brushed motor along a pre-decorated bodyshell and special drift car tyres. The package is rounded out by a 2.4GHz radio system, a power pack and a suitable wall charger.
LRP have officially announced their long-awaited new competition brushless speed controller, the FlowX. Follow-up model to the popular Flow, the all-new ESC (that we exclusively featured back in September) sports an all-aluminium case that comes in a new dark-blue anodising. The power wires are now of an all-black colour as are the flat receiver and switch wires all of which makes for a cool factory team appearance. Also new is the flat power capacitor board that makes for easier mounting. Inside the case the ESC houses new high-end FETs exclusively customised for LRP and a redesigned heavy duty power board with both features allowing for up to 220A constant current. Furthermore the controller features the new V4.1 firmware for easy on-board programming and a heavy-duty standard voltage 6V/6A BEC system. Included with the speedo comes an optional fan unit as well as two sets of alloy screws for standard as well as thicker heavy duty fans. The speed controller is set for a release at the beginning of January.
German Maverick distributors LRP have introduced the Strada MT 1/10th electric monster truck. The vehicle is equipped with eight massive oil-filled shock absorbers while the 4WD drivetrain and the large diameter multi-surface tyres make for traction on every surface. The factory-assembled truck is powered by a 540-size brushed motor and it comes including a strong steering servo, waterproof brushed controller and a 2.4GHz radio system with failsafe feature. The package is rounded out by a pre-painted truck bodyshell.
LRP have introduced the Magic Colour 2 matte clear coat. Applying two to three coats on the outside of bodyshells or rear wings makes for a cool look that also combines great with negative logos. The clear coat comes in 150ml cans, it is fuel resistant and fast drying.
Coming from 3DRC and made for LRP speed controllers using round diameter power capacitors is a 3-D-printed capacitor mount. The simple design allows to attach the mount using double sided tape while the capacitor is held in place using a M3x3mm set screw, making for a more secure mounting of the otherwise hard to attach capacitor. The mount is available through 3DRC’s Shapeways store.
