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February 24, 2017

Pro-Line Pro-Forge 1.9″ alloy bead-loc wheels

Coming from Pro-Line are the new Pro-Forge 1.9″ aluminium bead-loc 6-lug wheels. CNC-machined in the USA the wheels are designed to not only look scale, but to perform in even the toughest conditions. They feature the industry standard 6 Lug hex mounting design and pair with Pro-Line’s new 6-lug 12mm standard offset hex adapters, which are sold separately. The overall wheel width of the Pro-Forge is 2mm wider than both the FaultLine and Denail 1.9″ wheels but maintains the standard wheel offset. Black die-cast bead-loc rings and hardware are included to hold 1.9″ crawling tyres onto the wheel. The rims are available in clear and bronze anodised finish.

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February 24, 2017

Scorpion RS-3420 21.5T ETS version brushless motor

Scorpion’s RS-3420 21.5T ETS electric brushless motor builds on the proven RS-3420 series modified and stock motors for exceptional performance and drivability. It features a 12.5mm rotor with patented screw-type surface for maximum torque and low running temperatures while a built-in cooling fan further reduces internal heat built-up. The can’s heatsink design offers up to 200 percent more cooling surface compared to plain can motors while a special design allows to maximise the copper fill of the windings. The motor, that is the hand-out motor for the Formula class of the Euro Touring Series, comes with special ETS markings for easy identification and it is available now.

Source: Scorpion [scorpionsystem.com]

February 24, 2017

ARC R8.1 2017 1/8th nitro on-road car kit

ARC have introduced the R8.1 1/8th nitro on-road car. The latest version comes with an all-new chassis design that utilises a sliding weight system in the front that allows to easily and conveniently adjust the weight bias using a sliding brass weight. Also new is the Flex Upper Deck that has become a standard part and that allows to adjust the front end flex by installing or removing a Y-brace. A similar system in the rear of the car helps to further fine-tune the overall torsional flex of the car.

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February 24, 2017

Pro-Line ElectroShot VTR truck & new 1/5th tyres

Coming from Pro-Line are three new off-road tyres in the form of the ElectroShot VTR 4.0″ 1/8th truck as well as the Blockade and LockDown 1/5th truck tyres. Starting with the ElectroShot VTR 4.0″, the tyre comes from the mind of Ty Tessmann and is designed to perform just like a Hole Shot 2.0 while lasting significantly longer. The ElectroShot is a combination of Pro-Line’s Electron and HoleShot tread designs with connected bars in the centre where the heaviest tyre wear occurs and Holeshot pins everywhere else for maximum traction. The tyre will become available in M3 soft and X3 soft compounds.

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February 24, 2017

Pro-Line introduce new travel bag

Pro-Line have introduced their all-new travel bag for long RC trips and plane rides. The bag helps to keep everything organised and tidy while being easy to handle at the same time. The collapsible pull handle with full zipper cover and large, smooth rolling wheels allow to manoeuvre the large bag with ease while the inside is lined with soft foam to protect your valuable RC gear. Several zippered pockets and adjustable inner dividers are included for organising parts and keeping plastic parts bins upright. The Pro-Line Travel Bag comes in at 860x380x380mm tall, which is similar to the popular rolling luggage bags currently used by many racers.

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February 23, 2017

ASM .21 nitro on-road engine

Nuclear R/C Japan have released a first image of the ASM brand .21 competition nitro on-road engine. ASM will have two 3.5cc engines available at the beginning with more to come in the future such as an engine break-in service and more. All information and more images of the engines will become available in time for the release.

Source: Nuclear R/C [nuclear.ne.jp]

February 23, 2017

SWorkz S35-series front arm mount balance weights

Coming from SWorkz and made for the S35 series of off-road vehicles are brass front-rear arm mounts. Machined from high-quality material and sporting a shiny finish the parts help to add weight to the front end for improved steering response and optimised jump landing. The FR mounts are available as lighter 25g or heavier 35g variant.

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February 23, 2017

ProTek RC Euro LS-5 .21 5-port off-road engine

Available now is ProTek RC’s new Euro LS-5 3.5cc 5-port competition nitro off-road engine. Developed by top AMain and Novarossi pro drivers the engine will provide optimal power, run time and ease of tune. The power plant comes with a composite carburettor that resists heat and holds a consistent idle while the crankshaft and 5-port sleeve have been paired to provide linear power that produces a level of drivability that shreds lap times—throttle response is consistent throughout the entire RPM range. The setup of the long stroke engine allows for nine and a half to ten minutes of run time and to comes including a C6TGC turbo-style glow plug.

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