February 3, 2019

Matt Chambers joins SWorkz factory team

SWorkz have announced the addition of Matt Chambers to their factory team trough to 2020. The multi-time ROAR National A-main finisher will campaign SWorkz’s 1/8th and 1/10th off-road platforms at major races across the country and he has the following to say:

I believe SWorkz has the vision and infrastructure to become the top brand for radio control model cars and I believe they are well on their way to achieving that goal. When presented with the opportunity to race for the SWorkz team , I jumped at the opportunity! I would like to personally thank Max Sonnleitner, Georg Horninger, and Scott Yang!

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]


February 1, 2019

Capricorn LAB TE04 2.0mm & 1.6mm upper decks

Coming from Capricorn and made for their LAB TE04 touring car are two new top decks. The narrow design carbon fibre upper decks are available in a thicker 2.0mm and thinner 1.6mm variant to increase torsional flex and thus corner speed when running the optional aluminium chassis. The top decks also help to fine-tune the car’s overall stiffness when running the carbon fibre chassis low to medium-bite conditions.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


February 1, 2019

Jan Ratheisky joins Sunpadow factory team

Sunpadow has announced the signing of German top driver Jan Ratheisky. The Formula World Cup, multiple EFRA Stock and Formula European as well as multiple ETS Stock and Formula champion will be part of Sunpadow’s factory team, running the company’s competition LiPo battery packs while helping with research and development. Jan has the following to say:

Sunpadow LiPo batteries are great, I’m honored to join their racing team. I believe the power system powered by Sunpadow will help me to perform better in the coming races.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]


February 1, 2019

SWorkz pipe spring lock

Coming from SWorkz is a nitro exhaust pipe spring lock that prevents the exhaust from coming loose. The machined aluminium part adds security and a piece of mind when running in long mains or bumpy track conditions as it can prevent the exhaust pipe from rattling loose. The spring lock is usable with most nitro off-road and on-road kits.

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February 1, 2019

R1 Digital-3 brushless speed controller

New from R1 Wurks comes the LCG Digital-3 2S/1S wireless programmable brushless speed controller. Developed using the most advanced microchip processor and a robust proprietary software, the speedo delivers some of the most technologically advanced features to date. Development of the LCG controller was focused on ultra smooth power delivery needed for modified racing as well as supreme power efficiency for stock motors. The unit features an A.C.L.C. Advanced Component Level Cooling system. This design allows individual encapsulated low resistance Mosfets – inner and outer components – to transfer heat directly to the upper heatsink. The system also comes equipped with an all new zero timing blinky mode for spec racing, using an advanced commutation algorithm called Cool Power to keep the motor cool and deliver powerful, yet ultra-smooth acceleration. The LCG Digital-3 boasts a redesigned case minimising overall weight and lowering the centre of gravity. R1 Wurks have minimised the weight from the upper case while improving heat dissipation, achieved by improving air velocity exits from all sides of the ESC case. All adjustable settings are easily programmed using the R1 Wireless Adapter coupled with an iOS or Android app designed with an intuitive, easy to use interface. The new R1 Digital-3 app also features a super-fast live telemetry and a built in datalogger for after race analysis. Built in Amp draw meter for setting motor timing or for after race analysis. Using the new over the air updates feature, firmware updates are now easily downloaded through our iOS or Android apps.

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February 1, 2019

Arrowmax Arrowspace BD9 magnesium chassis

Coming soon from Arrowmax’s Arrowspace series of magnesium chassis is a dedicated variant for the Yokomo BD9. Made of high-quality magnesium material and featuring a ceramic coating for wear, the chassis is about 40 percent lighter than a standard aluminium chassis while offering slightly increased flex compared to an alloy main plate, creating characteristics that range between a carbon and alloy chassis. This allows to further fine-tune torsional flex chassis flex.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


February 1, 2019

Tamiya release new TRF419 XR optionals

Tamiya have announced the soon release of a couple of new optional parts for the TRF419 XR as well as some general accessories. First up is a 2mm 7075 aluminium lower chassis plate for the TRF419 XR. The chassis was developed for the use on high-bite surfaces such as carpet and prepped asphalt. It offers higher torsional rigidity than the carbon chassis for improved handling in high-grip conditions. The chassis is best used with the 1.75mm carbon fibre upper deck and comes black anodised for wear and looks.

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February 1, 2019

GForce Maximum 3200mAh 2S shorty battery pack

Coming from GForce and part of their Maximum series of high-performance LiPo batteries is a new 7.4V 3200mAh pack. The power source is built using 50C/90C cells and it is of a low centre of gravity design, measuring 92.5x46x18mm. It weighs in at only 153g, utilises 4mm bullet-type connectors and it can be used in 1/12th on-road as well as 1/10th on-road and off-road applications.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]


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