Modelix Racing have introduced the new Ultimate Pro-10 dual touch AC/DC charger. Offering two 100W outputs the device is good for up to 10A of charging current and it features two backlit LC touch displays, individual cell balancing, fast charge and storage modes, as well as input power monitoring. The charger is housed in a sturdy red and black anodised aluminium case and it is available now.
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Available now from Team Associated is a IFMAR-legal rear wing for the RC8B3 and RC8BT3 series buggies and trucks. The wing has been updated to meet with IFMAR specifications and it is available in black or white colour and made of highly impact-resistant material.
Austrian company Buri-Racer, spearhead of the growing 1/8th electric on-road stock class, has released first images of their forthcoming E2.1 and E1.3 kits. Starting with the E2.1, the car offers a new layout and several updates compared to the previous E1.2. Basically a full redesign the car utilises a new centre belt layout with the motor siting in a new location, mounted to a separate motor mount that makes for a more central motor position. Also new are the rear pod side plates that allow for a wider range of ride height settings compared to the E1.2. The system works without shims and it’s patent pending. Also new is the front end with three different ride height settings and quick camber adjustment feature.
Arena RC have introduced their new 4-piece set of aluminium ball bearings hubs for the Xray T4 series of cars. The parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and replace the standard composite items for an improved ball bearing seat and less stress on the ball races, resulting in a more free spinning drivetrain. The parts come in orange anodising to match the remainder of the car’s alloy parts and the ball bearings in above image are not included.
Sunpadow have announced the signing of newly-crowned Japanese National Champion, Jin Sawada to their factory team. Jin will use Sunpadow’s line of competition battery packs at all major events from now on.
Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]
German company CS Electronic have introduced their new CS-Rookie PRO10 V2 brushless motor and speed controller combo package. Designed for entry-level 1/10th scale on-road and off-road kits the set includes a 3S LiPo-compatible sensorless 260A-rated brushless speed controller that ensures a smooth driving feeling while safety features such as overload and over-temperature protection prevent the ESC from becoming damaged when being overly abused. The controller is programmable using an optional programming card. As for the motor, the sensorless 4-pole item is of 3900kV rating for lots of speed and acceleration and it comes pre-wired with 4mm bullet-type connectors. The combo package is available with 3900kV down to 1300kV variant motors.
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Coming from Team Raffee are new HD steel centre driveshafts for the Traxxas TRX-4 off-road truck. The heavy duty telescopic-design shafts offer greatly improved strength thanks to their all-metal steel and aluminium construction. They come as complete set including front and rear centre shafts and they feature red alloy cross pin retainers and laser-etched TRC logos for looks.
Xray have announced the addition of Danish top driver, Kevin Nielsen to their factory team. The multi-time ETS and DHI Cup A-finalist will campaign Xray’s T4 platform at national and international events such as the ETS, DHI Cup, XRS and more and he had the following to say about the deal:
I’m extremely happy and proud to join the Xray factory team. Thanks to Xray for putting the trust in me. My dream just came true. The quality of the products is just amazing, and the cars are on point like the support no matter what level you race at. I will as always try my best to get some great results both in nationals and internationals races.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
