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March 12, 2024

Hobbywing XeRun V10 G4R motors

Hobbywing has released the latest development of its popular XeRun V10 motor with the new G4R 13.5/17.5 which is available in both a Standard and ROAR version. Featuring a new stator, rotor and sensor assembly improves the G4R spec motor’s performance and power dramatically. Compared to the G4, the G4R shows confirmed improvements in overall speed by up to 5% while the output power is increased by nearly 4%. The G4R 13.5 shows 7% more speed, and 9% more power, under the same test loads as popular non Hobbywing motors. The new G4R stator and winding design reduces the overall internal resistance, while maintaining the requirements for sanctioning spec class rules. The improved motor efficiency reduces the temperature rise to keep internal resistance numbers consistent. The internal resistance is about 3% lower than that of G4.

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March 11, 2024

MonacoRC Sidewall Tire Manual Gluer

New from MonacoRC is their Sidewall Tire Manual Gluer, which is a simple and effective tool designed to precisely apply glue to the sidewall of tires. It is the ideal solution for those who want a tire gluing device at a highly competitive price. This product comes in a clear plastic case that offers optimal organisation for all its components. Made through 3D printing, it features an attractive design that evokes the imagery of racing cars, with a base that houses two central bearings. These bearings allow the adapter to rotate, which has a threaded metal insert at the top end. Here, the aluminum nut is screwed in, which is used to secure the tire. Usage is simple and intuitive: just place the tire on the adapter, tighten the nut to secure it, and, with one finger, move the tire at the desired speed to glue it.

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March 11, 2024

Fenix Pro10 HDD-mk3 differential

Noticing a resurgence in the Pro10 market and new demand, Fenix Racing felt it was a good moment to improve their sphere diff to the Mk3 version. Still made using Gr.5 Titanium, 5 belleville springs, their “Caviar” ceramic spheres as default, the Mk3 gets a new bigger thrust bearing and will now ship as standard in their G56.2 Pro10 chassis kit. The Italian manufacturer will also make available a conversion for the Mk2 Diff version. For 2024 it is Fenix Racing’s plan to upgrade to all their range of differentials to the newer thrust bearing specs.

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March 11, 2024

GP3D RC10’91 Detroit Replica Conversion Kit

Grand Prix 3D has released its latest conversion kit, the RC10’91 Detroit Worlds Replica. Get ready to relive the glory days of RC racing with their highly anticipated ’91 Detroit Replica which is a follow up the resounding success of last year’s groundbreaking RC10GX’89 release. Engineered with the utmost attention to detail, this conversion kit faithfully recreates the iconic Masami RC10’91 Detroit, delivering unmatched performance on the track. The kit includes meticulously crafted components that replicate the original championship-winning design. While it’s undoubtedly a demon on the track, the GP3D RC10’91 is equally at home as a static display piece. With meticulous attention to detail, this model captures the essence of the iconic design, making it a stunning addition to any collection.

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March 11, 2024

Isaacs takes ’24 ROAR Onroad Carpet National title

Sam Isaacs is the 2024 ROAR Onroad Carpet National Champion in Modified Touring Car, the Awesomatix driver taking the title from last year’s Champion Keven Hebert. Hosted by 997 RC Raceway in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, qualifying say Isaacs secure an early TQ as he topped the opening three of the four qualifiers. Going fastest in Q4 with his Xray, Hebert would secure 2nd on the grid for the triple A-Main ahead of last year’s Vice-Champion Chris Adams. Completing the 2023 podium, 1:12 World Championship Top Qualifier Kemp Anderson would line up P4. In the finals Isaacs continued his form winning the opening two to secure the title. Winning A3 from Adams, Hebert would have to settle for the runner-up spot this year with the Adams completing the podium. Hebert wouldn’t leave Pennsylvania empty handed however securing the 1:12 National title from the small field over Anderson and Isaacs.

Image: 997 RC Raceway [Facebook]

March 9, 2024

Hotrace announced as 1:10 IC Worlds tyre supplier

The organisers of this year’s IFMAR 1:10 Nitro Onroad World Championship to be held in Costa Rica have announced Hotrace Tyres as the official controlled tyre supplier. Scheduled to take place from November from 14-24 at the Mini Autodromo Las Cruces just outside the capital city San Jose, the Italian manufacturer will supply a 37sh front and a 40sh rear tyre for 10th running of the championship which was first hosted in 2004 in Brazil. While still to finalise the best diameter for the tyres, it is 90% expected that based on information provided by the track that they should be 64mm rears and 62mm fronts. This will be second consecutive 1:10 Nitro Onroad World Championship that Hotrace has been awarded the supply of the controlled tyre. In 2020, Nicola Marrone’s company supplied the tyres for event when it was held at RC Addict in Thailand where Infinity’s Tadahiko Sahashi gained Nitro Onroad’s elusive ‘Double Champion’ status with victory over Dominic Greiner and Jilles Groskamp.

Source: 2024 IFMAR 1/10 Touring World Championship [Facebook]

March 8, 2024

MonTech 499 LM 1:12 body

Having brought us the 499 LM 1:10 190mm body last September, the team at MonTech have scaled things down with the release of a 1:12 version of the Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar it is based on. After the resounding success of the LMH series in 1/10 scale, the Italian company is now offering you the same series in 1:12 scale with this the first model of the small scale LMH series, the new 499 LMH for 1:12 Pan Car. It will be available in two versions, the Standard version and the “La Leggera” with the kit including all decals/masks and fixing screws for the rear wing.

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March 8, 2024

Xray XB8‘24

Xray has released its latest 1:8 Nitro Buggy with the 2024 iteration of its popular XB8 platform. The Slovakian manufacturer introduced the first XB8 in 2004, and two decades later the main new feature of the buggy is an all-new shorter chassis with specially milled flex areas significantly improves traction on all surfaces. The chassis is an important component that affects the XB8’s handling characteristics. The chassis’ dimensions and flex characteristics are selected for the best blend of stability, traction, and steering. It also fits both Soft and Hard composite radio boxes without chassis modification for additional flex tuning choices. The chassis is CNC-machined from high-quality 3mm Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium. This is strategically machined in low-stress areas and then anodised to make it as light as possible without affecting strength or rigidity. Also new is the Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium rear shock tower which increases stability on all surfaces while improving strength & reliability. The front & rear shock towers are CNC-machined from 4mm aluminium and feature an additional row of shock absorber positions for super fine shock angle adjustments. The lower row creates less chassis roll for higher corner speed, while the upper row increases roll to help generate additional traction when needed.

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