New from Capricorn RC are these weights, useful to balance your car and to help it reach the minimum weight, they are made from the same patented material as their one piece heavy engine mount. Once screwed on the chassis they will also help to reduce the overall temperature allowing a better thermal engine dissipation. Available in 25 gram wide, 20 gram wide/narrow, 15 gram narrow 13 gram wide and 10 gram narrow.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
New from Litemodz are these NT1 ProX CVA’s offering exceptional performance for the Xray NT1. The all new 7075 T6 Hard anodized driveshaft and axle CVA offers ultra smooth performance and is coupled with a ultra low weight of only 11 grams per pair.
Source: Litemodz [litemodz.com]
Schumacher have released 2 new parts for their Mi4 range of cars. Firstly is this new twin point steering system that bolts straight onto the Mi4 and is an infinitely adjustable steering system. Steering feel can be improved as this system uses more resolution for the servo, providing a smoother response. Under development for some time and used by Alex Laurent to win the EFRA Euros warm up just a few weeks ago. Secondly is a new front shock mount with an additional 3rd body mount post. With the ever increasing speeds of touring cars, the lightweight bodies can deform on the straights. The Schumacher team have been testing this 3rd body post for some time and have found the increased support for the body is excellent.
New from Xray for the XB808, XB8 and XT8 cars are these hard coated aluminium pins for the gear differential. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, they have been hard coated for extra durability and long life. Sold in a set of 2.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The New SurePower 5000 Matched NimH Battery Packs from Racers Edge offer superior runtime and the highest capacity cells available without sacrificing long-term durability and cycle life. Matched at the factory to ensure the best possible results on the track or in the backyard. Available with a standard connector or true Traxxas HC connector and carries the Racers Edge one-year warranty.
Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]
Vampire Racing have released their new 1/18 hard case battery. Experience the raw power and long lasting punch of these hard case LiPo batteries specifically designed for 1/18th scale racing. The first release is the 1800mAh 30C pack above which comes supplied with the gold bullet connectors.
Source: Vampire Racing [vampire-racing.com]
LRP have released their Pulsar Touch competition charger at the Worlds in Burgdorf, Germany. This completely new developed charger shines with its revolutionary features, such as a special touch screen with graphic user interface and high-quality components. This puts the 4th generation Pulsar charger in a class of its own. Another special highlight is the integrated high-performance LiPo/LiFe balancer, that detects differences in the cells and automatically starts balancing, resulting in longer lifetime and even better performance of the cell.
View the full feature list here
HPI Racing is teaming up with full size desert racing team TSA Motorsports to work together on the company’s new Mini Trophy 4wd Desert truck. The truck will be 1/12th scale chassis and of course be based on the desert racing truck you see above.
View the full press release here
