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September 3, 2020

Reds Racing 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC Gen2

Reds Racing have introduced the follow up to their 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC, the Z8 Pro Gen2. The new ESC is the result of over a year of testing and development together with Reds Racing team drivers. Improving both the power board and the control board with new components for higher reliability and durability as well as for better cooling. They have also changed the fan polarity to make it compatible with 1/10 ZX esc and with other fans on the market and have designed a new lightweight fan protector to improve fan blades reliability and increase cooling efficiency. Furthermore, they have developed a new 30mm Optional fan with ball bearings and a full aluminium case that has been specifically developed to guarantee up to 28000 RPM and to dissipate heat in hot conditions and to improve durability.

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September 3, 2020

Muchmore ROAR spec XR high torque rotors

Muchmore have expanded their range of rotors for their Fleta ZX V2 modified and stock racing motors with the addition of two new versions. These super ultra high torque type meet ROAR specs for for 1/12, Touring and 1/10 2wd & 4wd buggy. The two new versions are MR-FZR19XR 12.5×7.25×25.3mm and MR-FZR21XR 12.5×7.25×24.2mm.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 26, 2020

Muchmore 11.1V 4200mAh CTXWP2 tyre warmer battery

Muchmore have announced the release of a new 11.1V 4200mAh LiPo battery pack for the use with their CTXWP tyre warmer. Using the internal battery pack allows to power the tyre warmer’s main unit without the need for a power supply, enabling the mechanic to carry the whole unit into the starting grid of necessary. The battery will be connected using the main unit’s existing power and balancer connectors, ensuring proper functioning of the unit’s low-voltage alarm to protect the battery from becoming damaged.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 26, 2020

1up Racing LowPro bullet plug grips

1up Racing have introduced their new LowPro bullet plug grips, a neat and tidy way to stop blowing up speed controls by short-cutting them. The machined aluminum grips slide right on to 1up Racing’s 4mm and 5mm LowPro bullet plugs to clearly identify the positive and negative power wires. The precision CNC machined aluminium grips are finished with dark black anodising and easy-to-read laser etching. The silver outer ring provides excellent grip and cool looks. The grips are secured using a drop of CA glue and they are also available as a black and red set.

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August 13, 2020

Dash AI Max program box

Following on from the release of the Dash RC AI Max 1/8th scale brushless speed controller, comes the release of the AI Max program box. A pretty standard affair, its friendly interface makes programming quick and easy making it a must-have for all Dash AI MAX ESC users.

Source: Dash RC [dash-rc.com]

August 11, 2020

Dash RC AI Max 1/8th scale brushless speed controller

Coming from Dash RC is their first ever 1/8th scale brushless speed controller, the AI Max. Built using high-quality components, the AI Max was developed with power-hungry users in mind with the speedo featuring a wide range of parameters that can be adapted to perfectly fit the driver’s needs while offering smooth and linear throttle and brake response. The 220A-rated controller weighs in at only 140g, it features dynamic timing technology and smart programming algorithms that allow for maximum power output while maintaining efficiency and exceptional drivability. The sensored speed controller is available from now on.

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August 11, 2020

Muchmore Impact FD4 1S 8000mAh LiPo battery pack

Made especially for 1S 1/12th scale racing is Muchmore’s new Impact FD4 series 3.7V 8000mAh hardcase LiPo battery pack. Measuring 92.5×46.7×18.5mm the battery weighs in at 154.5g and it is built high-quality 130C silicon graphene cells for a very low internal resistance and exceptional power supply. With a capacity of 8000mAh it offers lots of runtime for modified and a balanced discharge curve for stock racing classes.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 10, 2020

Radtec 20mm micro cooling fan

Radtec have introduced their new 20mm micro cooling fan intended especially for the cooling of 1/12th scale pan car speed controllers. Using the fan will lower the speedo’s temperature by about 20 percent with the fan adding only 5.2g of weight. Dual ball bearings ensure exceptional durability and the fan come pre-wired with all-black wires and a universal receiver connector.

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