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July 10, 2010

JConcepts Manta for Hyper SC & Jammin SCRT-10

New from JConcepts is their Manta body for the Hyper SC or Jammin SCRT-10. The Manta begins with the latest in short course truck detail by incorporating the latest treatment from JConcepts in grill and headlight design with a racing influenced front bumper. Front and rear fender flares provide the clearance necessary to run an assortment of short course tires. Extended cab design with recessed side windows, louvers along the front hood area highlight a number of the front-end styling cues. Short course inspired bed area with incredible detailed finish off the design. In addition, JConcepts has included an optional rear spoiler which gives the ability to alter the look and function of the Manta by simply adding or removing the rear spoiler.

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July 10, 2010

Robitronic quick wall chargers

Robitronic have released a number of new simple wall chargers. Starting with the twin charger, it features 2 outputs with a multiplug system. Output 1 can handle 7-8 cell NiCd/NiMh at 120mAh, while output 2 can do 4-7 cell NiCd/NiMh at 900mAh with Delta peak cut off. The multi plug system includes connectors for Tamiya-style plugs, transmitter plugs, (polarity switchable) BEC and receiver plugs and microplug. The quick charger features a reliable delta peak cutoff and is especially suitable for the rc beginner handling 4-8 cells NiCd/NiMH at 1000mAh charge current. Reverse polarity protected with Tamiya-style plug and it works with 110-240 volts mains. Finally there is this starter kit for electric cars, which is a convenient set including the quick wall charger, 3000mAh stick battery and 8xAA TX batteries.

View the other chargers here

July 10, 2010

Novarossi update 1/10th INS Box

Novarossi have given their 1/10th touring car INS box an update which will ship this month. The update features smaller dimensions for improved external and internal airflow, providing more power and less aerodynamic drag and comes complete with air filter and screws

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

July 9, 2010

Adrian Bernsten signs deal with Capricorn RC

Italian company Capricorn RC have been in contact to tell us about another young signing to their team. The Norwegian Xray driver Adrian Bernsten will run the company’s engines, tires and fuel throughout the 2010 season. The European electric junior champion and multiple National champion will compete at this year’s World and European Championships in the USA and Sweden respectively.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

July 9, 2010

Tekin announces Tekin Europe

Team Tekin USA has announced a partnered with UK based RC Disco to provide distribution, sales, and customer service to Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Tekin Europe will provide European dealers and customers with a one-stop solution for Tekin’s leading-edge products and support. European-based customer service, sales, and support will streamline purchases and customer service, no more waiting for lengthy over-the-pond shipments to arrive. Warranty issues and service will be hassle free and faster. Equally important, Tekin Europe will provide online technical support, product manuals, and other product information in a variety of languages via the Tekin Europe Website.

Source: RC Disco [rcdisco.com]

July 9, 2010

TQ Racing SXSC10 short course truck

Following on from our original post about the new SX10SC, TQ Race Products have confirmed that these pictures were from their new truck, the first product from their new Pro Roller Series. The SX10 SC not only comes completely built, ready to install electronics, it includes over $200 in factory option parts that most racers would need to purchase separately. These parts will increase the durability and tuning options for the SX10 SC. Efficient design elements take the realistic Short Course style to a new level. Easy maintenance and capable handling will help racers around the country get to the Winner’s Circle quickly and easily. Built from durable composite materials and with race proven suspension, the SX10 SC is ready to hit the track running.

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July 9, 2010

Team X-Core Racing coreless digital servos

Team X-Core Racing were in touch to tell us about their line of standard size coreless digital servos. Featuring all metal gears, they are extremely powerful with different torque levels across the range starting with 9kg/cm (0.08sec), 11kg/cm (0.09sec), 14kg/cm (0.12sec) & 17kg/cm (0.15sec). Super light weight, up to 20% lighter than similar servos, the use of a coreless motor provides maximum performance through faster movement, increased accuracy and greater torque. Encased in a specially designed case that incorporates a metal heatsink to ensure cool reliable operation under high loads.

Source: Team X-Core [teamxcore.com]

July 9, 2010

Novak Kinetic 1S Racing Brushless ESC

The new Novak Kinetic 1S Racing Brushless ESC is optimized for 1S Li-Po racing. It sports a low-profile heat sink for easy installation in vehicles with space constraints and is also wired for use with a 2S LiPo receiver battery pack. Not only are these 2S receiver packs lightweight and easy to mount, but they also ensure the best possible radio performance, a great benefit to using the specialized Kinetic 1S. Like the Kinetic 2S, this speed control includes all of the most sought-after ESC features, such as Novak’s redesigned Dynamic Timing Advance, which is now unbelievably smooth throughout all of the timing levels, the advanced NovaBrakes system, which provides instantaneous braking under any timing condition and a highly developed Thermal Overload Protection feature that prevents thermal overload without taking drivers out of the race.

View the new NovaLink PC interface here