November 21, 2016

Yokomo Zero 2 sport-level brushless motors

Yokomo Zero 2 sport-level brushless motors

Coming from Yokomo are the new Zero 2 series sport-level brushless motors. Featuring a newly designed and black anodised aluminium can the motors are available in a range of windings including 6.5T and 8.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 30.5T stock variants. The fully enclosed design without cooling openings result in a motor that requires very little maintenance even when operated in dusty conditions and the motors come pre-wired with bullet-type connectors, compatible with many entry and sport-level brushless speed controllers.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]


November 21, 2016

Yokomo BL4 series brushless speed controllers

Yokomo BL4 series brushless speed controllers

Yokomo have updated their line of high-performance brushless speed controllers and now introduce the BL4 series. The range includes the BL-Pro4, BL-RS4 and BL-SP4 with the BL-Pro4 being a top-of-the-foodchain ESC with an all-aluminium case, 1-cell LiPo booster, a new cooling fan and an aluminium cooling fan guard. A new firmware allows for better control over the boost, turbo delay and slope functions as well as the brake frequency. On top of this the controller sports all-black wiring for that cool factory look.

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November 20, 2016

Samix SCX-10 II rear shock mount plate

Samix SCX-10 II rear shock mount plate

In addition to the recently introduced front shock plate, Samix have now also announced the release of the rear counterpart. Machined from aluminium and coming decorated with laser-etched Samix logos for look, the parts allow to utilise up to nine different shock mounting locations while offering added strength and improved looks over the standard kit mounts The parts include all needed hardware, they are usable with Samix’s upper stiffener plate and they come in the three colours of green, black and gun metal.

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November 20, 2016

Vigor RC introduce new TRF419X carbon fibre options

Vigor RC introduce new TRF419X carbon fibre options

Vigor RC have introduced new carbon fibre option parts for the Tamiya TRF419X touring car. First up is a 2.25mm lower chassis that features a fully symmetrical design, offering equal steering characteristics in both directions. On top of this the chassis provides higher corner speeds and improved car balance. Next up are 2.0mm and 1.6mm carbon fibre upper decks. A direct replacement for the stock part the top decks allow to fine-tune the overall grip available with the thinner 1.6mm plate being recommended especially for low-grip conditions. Last but not least are carbon fibre battery retainers. The L-shaped parts keep the battery in place even in hard impacts and they come in sets of two.

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November 19, 2016

Techra T4 Stock Racing hard-coated front spool cups

Techra T4 Stock Racing hard-coated front spool cups

Coming from Techra and made for the Xray T4 touring car are hard-coated aluminium front spool cups. The lightweight parts are machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and they scrub about 5g of weight compared to Xray’s optional spring steel cups while offering higher rigidity than the standard composite parts. Their hard-coated surface in combination with Techra’s delrin drive shaft caps make them very durable, although they are only recommended for stock racing.

Source: Techra [facebook.com]


November 19, 2016

STRC Traxxas 2WD front brace & battery hold down

STRC Traxxas 2WD front brace & battery hold down

ST Racing Concepts have introduced two new option parts for the Traxxas 1/10th 2WD series of vehicles such as the Stampede, Rustler, Bandit and Slash. Aimed towards the Stampede and Blackfoot trucks is the new front suspension hinge-pin brace kit featuring a heavy duty CNC Machined aluminium front hinge-pin brace complete with a pair of heat treated polished steel hinge-pins with lock-nuts. The set provides more durability against impact to the front suspension arms of Traxxas’s 2WD trucks and it fits the Rustler/Bandit and Slash 2WD as well.

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November 18, 2016

Tekno MT410 1/10th 4×4 Pro Monster Truck kit

Tekno MT410 1/10th 4x4 Pro Monster Truck kit

Tekno RC have announced the newest addition to their line up of off-road vehicles in the form of the MT410 1/10th electric 4×4 Pro Monster Truck kit. It is based on the proven ET48 platform that is raced at the highest levels of competition. The vehicle features a shaft drivetrain, long travel suspension and it is able to accommodate many electronics, tires and bodies from popular monster trucks as a direct fit. Parts and upgrades are readily available since the MT410 shares parts with the ET48, EB48, and other Tekno RC vehicles. The kit is available from now on.

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November 18, 2016

H.A.R.M. RK-1 large scale kart kit

H.A.R.M. RK-1 large scale kart kit

German large scale specialists H.A.R.M. have released first images of their new RK-1 1/2.5th scale kart kit. Aimed at modellers that seek a more easy and cost-effective way into large scale racing the kart offers scale looks with performance to match. The vehicle is based on a sturdy alloy chassis and features front and rear brakes, a scale chain drivetrain, a powerful gasoline engine and also a scale driver with helmet. The kit will become available by December and includes a Zenoah G260 engine, Mielke exhaust and airbox, GRP tyres and clear polycarbonate body panels.

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