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April 8, 2010

Spektrum S6040 & S6030 surface servos

Spektrum have introduced two new surface servos, the S6040 and S6030. The S6040 combines the impressive ultra fast .08 second transit time with 167oz of torque and titanium gears. The coreless motor allows for extended motor life and a smoother operation. This performance, along with the smooth precision of its dual ball bearing output shaft and titanium gears, makes it the ultimate upgrade. The heavy-duty, metal-gear S6030 puts out an incredible 278 oz-in of torque making it the perfect servo for 1/10-scale monster trucks, buggies and truggies. And it delivers this torque with silky smooth precision thanks to its dual ball-bearing output shaft.

Source: Spektrum [spektrumrc.com]

April 8, 2010

Much More Impact 5600mAh 50C LiPo

Much More have released another 50C pack to their line of LiPo batteries, with the introduction of this new EFRA legal Impact 5600mAh pack. This high quality 7.4V battery features a hard case for impact protection and with its stick pack configuration is suitable for touring car and off road buggy.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

April 8, 2010

Dirk Wischnewski joins Dubi Design

Czech design company Dubi Design have announced that they have come to an agreement with current European 1/10th scale 200mm Champion Dirk Wischnewski. The German factory Xray driver will contest this season, which will include defending his European title in Sweden during the summer, sporting Dubi Design airbrushed shells.

Source: Dubi Design [dubidesign.cz]

April 8, 2010

Spektrum S6040 & S6030 surface servos

Source: Spektrum [spektrumrc.com]

April 8, 2010

CEFX Evolution for TOP Photon

Multiple US National Champion Josh Cyrul was in touch to introduce the new CEFX Evolution. This is a radical new approach to electric TC racing from the mind that brought you the TOP Photon. The Evolution improves traction, balance, drivability and ease of maintenance all in one simple yet very effective design. The concept has already proven it’s potential with a 3rd place podium finish at the 2010 Snowbird Nationals as well as a TQ and win at the 2010 ROAR Carpet Nationals.

Continue reading about the Evolution

April 7, 2010

HPI Baja Tribal body shell

New for the HPI Baja, you can now change the look of your buggy with this easily installed, pre-painted body shell. Available in a sizzling red ‘tribal’ design, this fully detailed body shell is pre-cut for instant and easy installation, so it’s ready to fit on any Baja 5B, Baja SS or Baja 2.0 buggy.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

April 7, 2010

SRC 1/10th scale tires

Italian brand SRC have released a range of touring car tires with new 8 spoke rims that have 1.6mm rear offset and 0mm front offset. According to the 2010 EFRA rules the SRC rear wheel is 30.8mm wide giving more than 1.5mm of extra rear foam surface, which ensures perfect traction and side grip. With more foam in the rear, the tire wear also becomes less of a problem. The diameter for the rear tires is 65.5mm, perfect for long final, while the wheels come in 3 versions. The nylon is available in medium hardness for low traction and temperatures, hard for high temperature and grip condition, while the light version is made from a super hard and lightweight material. Also available for electric 190mm touring cars in 50mm diameter nylon wheels and 54mm diameter nylon disc wheels.

Click here to see the EP TC tires

April 7, 2010

Tamiya TRF 2wd buggy update

Having shown you some first images of the new TRF 2wd buggy from Tamiya, the Japanese company have released this photo ahead of the car’s official presentation at the Shizuoka Hobby show in the middle of next month. Aside from this black and white photo, TRF have also released more detailed information including the release date which is expected to be in June. The car’s new super efficient ball differential features 12×3/32″ balls, 2.6mm diameter screw and newly designed thrust bearing, while the chassis is made from from lightweight glass reinforced nylon and designed for optimal flex. Other stand out features include coated shock pistons, titanium nitride coated shock shafts, teflon seal bearings, blue titanium turnbuckles and rear universals, all as standard.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]