Speedzone have released this 7200mAh 100C LiPo Pack to their Peerless Series Line. Coming in standard 2S dimensions and meeting ROAR, EFRA, BRCA and IFMAR specs the packs are available with 4mm bullet connectors as well as pre-wired packs with Deans and Traxxas style plugs.
Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]
Muchmore have released an updated version of their Fleta ZX8 motor. This new low cogging torque version 2050KV motor features the innovative 4-pole 8 magnet ‘staggered pole’ rotor offering smooth power delivery while reducing damage to the ESC. The rest of the motor remains the same with a machined aluminium motor case with heatsink ribbings and Flow-Max venting hole technology for maximised cooling as well as super low-friction ball bearings, adjustable timing and dual sensor connections.
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Eliminate the ‘motor-of-the-week’ madness with Reedy’s Sonic 540-FT Competition Brushless Motor. Designed for performance and value, the Sonic 540-FT Fixed-Timing is a great motor for racers, clubs and racing series that want to equalise performance among participants at an economical price. Available in race-proven ROAR-legal 17.5 and 13.5 versions, with more versions available soon.
Reedy’s all-new Blackbox 600Z Zero-Timing Sensored Brushless Competition ESC claims to be the perfect entry-level spec class ESC thanks to its economical price, versatility and race-proven performance. Excellent throttle and brake feel, a wide range of adjustability and robust hardware make the Blackbox 600Z suitable for a variety of spec racing applications, including entry level and cost-controlled spec race programs that mandate a specific ESC.
Following a first introduction LRP have now officially announced the new X22 540-class electric brushless motor. Based off of the long-running and very successful X20 platform the new motor will offer improved performance and efficiency thanks to its redesigned 7075-T6 aluminium motor can with additional cooling openings and a new Dark Shine Black anodising. With overall lower operation temperature the motor will run more powerful for longer which is further helped by the smaller 4x10x4mm ABEC-5 ball races, a precision-balanced sintered rotor as well as the new 14.5 degrees to 34.5 degrees timing range. Part of the package is also a water-proof PreciSensor system for precise power control with every sensored speed controller. The motor meet IFMAR, EFRA, ROAR, FEMCA, JMRCA, BRCA and DMC specifications and it is available in a full range of modified windings from 3.0T to 10.0T, as standard .5 and even .0 windings.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
Available now from Fantom Racing is the 7.6V 5000mAh HV Pro Racing LiHV shorty battery pack. Built from high performance 100C/160C high-voltage Lithium-Polymer cells the battery is ideal for outlaw racing classes or unsanctioned racing. The pack can be charged to up to 8.7V, it measures 95x46x25mm and weighs in at 214g. Its hardcase is equipped with 5mm bullet-type power connectors and a 2mm balancer port.
Source: Fantom Racing [fantomracing.com]
Coming from RPM and made for most Traxxas 1/10th off-road vehicles is an ESC cage for the Castle Creations Mamba X speed controller. The design allows to securely fasten the speedo in the chassis while also holding the on/off switch neatly. The cage uses the original mounting pattern of the chassis, doing away with the need to use double sided tape while also allowing to easily remove the controller for cleaning and maintenance. The cage for the Castle Mamba X ESC fits in the stock location on the Traxxas Slash 2WD, Slash 2WD LCG, Slash 4×4, Slash 4×4 LCG, Stampede 4×4 and Rally, while also working on other Traxxas 1/10th scale vehicles as well. The cage is available in black or blue colour and it is made of RPM’s renown nylon material for long lasting performance.
Coming from Muchmore is the new LED pit light stand Pro. The foldable heavy duty pit lamp utilises a sturdy lighting arm than can be rotated at a 60 degree angle per side while the whole construction of the lamp is so tough that you can eve place heavy touring car or 1/8th truggy body shells on it. Four buttons take control of the lamp with the LED light being brightness adjustable while also offering selectable cold, warm or natural light temperature, making for eye-pleasing wrenching in whatever ambient lighting conditions. On top of this allows a 5V/1A USB output to charge or power mobile devises such as smart phones. The lamp is powered by an external 11VDC to 15VDC power source and it will hit stores very soon.
