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September 11, 2010

Novak M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC

Coming soon from Novak is the M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC. The first of its kind, this new, dual-motor compatible speed control is small, light and easy to install and operate. Combined with two brushed motors, the M2 Dig independently controls the motors to perform dig maneuvers. There are three fully programmable throttle profiles: Dig mode, Proportional Dig Mode and Single Motor Brushed Mode. The M2 Dig 3S sports independent biasing of the front and rear motors to allow for precise maneuverability through tricky terrain, and exceptional control on steep inclines and downhill descents. Because of these features the M2 Dig 3S is perfect for the new Axial XR10.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]

September 11, 2010

Xcelorin 60C LiPo batteries

For the racer that demands the best, Xcelorin have introduced three new high-performance 60C LiPo batteries. All are ROAR-approved for competition and feature hard cases that can withstand the demands of the racing environment. Each will include a XH Balance Adapter for balance charging. The packs include a 7.4V 6000mAh 2S stick pack, a 7.4V 5200mAh 2S Saddle Pack and finally a 3.7V 5600mAh 1S pack.

View the other packs here

September 10, 2010

Speedzone 2S LiPo packs

Speedzone have released several new 2S LiPo packs which will cater to the needs of all racers and hobbyists. The 7.4v 5700mAh 50C pack, which is ROAR legal, and the 7.4v 5400mAh packs in 50C and 40C are perfect for high performance applications.The 7.4v 4000mAh 30C pack gives hobbyists an economical entry level LiPo pack where run time is not critical. These hard case packs all come with banana style connectors with a deans connector and a standard balancing port.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneUSA.com]

September 8, 2010

Speed Passion GT2.1 EX series ESC

Speed Passion have announced the release of their brand new GT2.1 EX series, ideally designed for 1/12th scale applications and 1/10th WGT racing. It feature the all new “Auto-detect” power input that automatically selects the number of cells and there are no need to use a voltage booster or external receiver battery pack even using the single cell LiPo battery. It has the ultra-low profile heat sink design that is flush with the case and it will fit all the 12th scale bodies and 10th scale WGT bodies without any rubbing problem. It is also a perfect fit for 2WD off road buggy which need to be very low in height in order to fit their body.

View more details here

September 7, 2010

X-Power dNano tires, motors & more

X-Power continues to release new products for dNano racers. First up are the foam racing wheels available in four compounds, very soft, soft, medium and hard. The foam tires are pre-mounted and glued to lightweight racing wheels, eliminating the possibility of lost tires during important racing heats. Also new is two new motors, the XTreme for high speed & elevated torque. It has 40-50% more speed and 30% more torque than the previously released ‘hot’ motor and the Radical Black for super torque & elevated speed. It has 35-40% more speed and 40% more torque than the ‘hot’ motor. Additional items include 1:43 scale racing stickers, optional spoiler kit, easy adjust differential & conversion kit as well a much more.

View more of the products here

September 6, 2010

Yokomo YZ-114SPB charger & discharger

Yokomo have released the YZ-114SPB, a performance fast charger and discharger. Able to charge the usual range of batteries including LiPo and LiFe, you can monitor the balance of the pack by checking the voltage in each cell through the now built in balancer port. It can be run on DC12V or AC100V, is supplied with all the cables you will need including the temp sensor and comes in the standard silver version of trick looking carbon version.

View the carbon version here

September 6, 2010

Hype RC 1/10 motor cooling systems

New from Hype RC are these 1/10th motor cooling systems for electric motors with cans of 36mm or 44mm diameter. The orange anodised heat sink is supplied with a cooling fan that operates on 5V to 7.2V.

Source: Hype RC [hype-rc.de]

September 6, 2010

Losi SC wheel balancer adapter set

New from Team Losi for their 1/8th tire balancer is this Short Course wheel balancer adapter set which converts it into a 1/10th SC wheel balancer. Designed to balance all manufactures wheels it can be mounted quickly and comes supplied with everything needed to make the conversion.

Source: Losi [losi.com]