KM Racing have released a whole new range of engine bearings for Novarossi based 2,1cc motors. For the RB, Max and Nova .12 Touring S, there is a new front (7 x 17 x 5mm) and rear (11.5 x 21 x 5mm) bearing in both ceramic and standard steel ball versions. Also for the Nova 353 .12 motor, there are again the new front (7 x 18 x 5.3mm) and new rear (11.9 x 21.4 x 5.3mm) versions, also in ceramic and steel versions.
Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]
Xceed have released a range of hybrid-ceramic ball bearings, which feature ceramic balls combined with high grade stainless steel, polished run-ways, protective nylon seals and high grade lubrication. Available in a wide range of sizes (12×18, 12×21, 10×15, 6×10, 6×13 & 5X13mm) their design and materials used help improve rigidity while reducing noise, vibration and operating temperature. The lightweight ceramic balls have a superfine surface finish and high hardness that can help to extend the life of the bearing by up to 5 times that of standard steel bearings.
Source: Xceed RC [xceedrc.com]
Ball bearing company ABEC35 have released version 2 of their 7x19x6mm engine bearing. This new type features redefined radial play and inner diameter and each bearing comes with 2 contact rubber shields (1 black & 1 blue) and is greased. Suitable for off road conditions and if using them in on road simply take the blue shield away. Another new product is their thrust bearings (F5-10M 4.8/5.0) for Kyosho push type clutches. Comparing to the previous clutch bearings (F5-10M 5.0/5.2) they have over size balls, 9pcs x 2.0mm, for extended life.
Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]
New for the HPI Formula Ten from Edit RC are these high quality bearings that aim to keep your car running free and efficient at all times. The bearing set is made up of ABEC 3 (ISO Class 6) rated bearings that are of a higher precision than most manufacturers standard bearings with tighter tolerances for fit. Tighter tolerances means less slippage in the bearing which equates to more speed & longer life.
Source: Edit RC [rc-edit.com]
Much More have released some new items including these high quality one sided rubber shield bearings for performance R/C applications. The single removable rubber shield allows for easy cleaning and less rolling resistance than some other bearings, while the high speed nylon ball retainer ring provides added speed and strength. High specification and manufactured to precise tolerances to deliver the ultimate R/C bearing. Also new from the Korean company are these super light weight setup boards. Made from compostite material that will not warp, they are suitable for 1/10, 1/12 on-road and off-road vehicles and only weight in at 740g.
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ABEC35 have announced that their latest Type-X ball bearings for 1/8 nitro buggies and truggies are now available. Featuring special radial play to best fit plastic/composite parts, they sport medium and light grey shield colors for easy identification. With the exception of the clutch sizes, the grey shields are greased unlike the red and orange ones, and are ready for serious off-road actions. Available in a wide range of sizes they will fit most off road chassis’.
Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]
Ultimate Racing have presented their new range of Pro Racing bearings to satisfy the needs of the most demanding drivers. All bearing kits have been manufactured to optimize the efficiency of all the cars moving parts, minimizing friction. Each bearing comes with 2 different seals, the internal one is made of steel in order to minimize the friction and the external one of rubber, with a new design developed by their tech department, that seals the bearing from water and dirt while still running free. Available as full sets for Associated, Mugen, Kyosho and Losi buggies, they have been lubricated with a high grade Teflon grease.
Source: Ultimate Racing [ultimateracing.es]
Answer-RC have released complete 1/10th bearing sets for the Associated B4 & B44 as well as X-Factory X-6. After much testing to find the best bearings for 1/10th scale Answer-RC are confident they have succeeded. All the bearings used in each of the sets use one rubber seal to keep the dirt out and one metal shield to maintain high rpm, while a special lubricant package help the free rotation of the quality ABEC 5 bearings. Sold in complete sets of 14pcs (B4), 16pcs (X-6) and 18pcs (B44).
Source: Answer-RC [answer-rc.com]
