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January 13, 2020

Maclan Racing MR8.3 1/8th scale brushless motor

Coming from Maclan Racing is their new MR8.3 electric brushless motor for 1/8th scale applications. The MR8.3 is 4.5mm shorter and up to 25g lighter than its predecessor with an all-new stator and rotor design offering a more linear and smoother power band along with higher efficiency for an overall lower power consumption. The motor also features an additional sensor port for easier wiring and it comes in the two kV options of 1900kV and 2100kV. For the best overall performance Maclan Racing recommends to use the motor with the soon to be releasing MMax 8 speed controller, however they are usable with all other sensored 1/8th scale brushless speed controllers too.

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January 10, 2020

Spektrum Smart Powerstage bundles

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Spektrum Smart Powerstage bundles that that include Smart Technology high-quality hardcase batteries and chargers. When a Spektrum Smart LiPo battery is connected to a Spektrum Smart charger, unique parameters and health of that Smart LiPo battery upload from the Smart memory microchip integrated into the battery. Through the charger, drivers can view and set preferences, such as charge rates, so that all that is needed to charge the pack every time is press the charger Start button. Smart technology takes care of the rest. The Spektrum Smart 50C LiPos are ready to drop into most RC cars for better performance, power, and reliability. These battery packs are a great upgrade for RTR car, buggy and truck drivers looking to get more punch and off the line power on nearly any setup. The Powerstage bundles are available for 2S, 3S, 4S and 6S setups.

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January 9, 2020

Absima Revenge CTS 10 V3 160A speed controller

Absima have introduced their latest 1/10th scale competition speed controller, the Revenge CTS 10 V3 160A. The ESC is housed in a machined all-aluminium case, it is built using durable high-quality hardware and uses highly adjustable firmware, allowing to adapt the controller to a wide range of motors and racing conditions. A small on/off switch makes wiring easy while all-black wires ensure a professional look. The 3S LiPo-compatible controller offers zero boost blinky and timing/boost functions for stock and modified racing, it is usable with down to 3.5T motors and includes a high airflow fan.

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January 9, 2020

Muchmore Impact Super LCG 7.4V 5800mAh LiPo battery

Muchmore have introduced their all-new Impact Silicon Graphene Super LCG 7.4V 5800mAh LiPo battery pack. Built from highest quality 130C cells the ultra low profile pack offers a high capacity and a super low internal resistance and thus improved power supply for both modified and stock class racing. The pack weighs in at 240g and measures 138.5×46.7×19.5mm with the ultra low profile design greatly lowering the car’s overall centre of gravity for improved corner speeds especially in high bite track conditions. The hardcase pack utilises 5mm bullet-type connectors and it will hit stores very soon.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

January 8, 2020

Absima Revenge CTM V3 540-class brushless motor

Absima have introduced their new Revenge CTM V3 540-size electric brushless motor. It is of a new design for an overall lower weight of around 165g and improved heat dissipation, ensuring fading-free performance over the whole run. The CNC-machined lightweight can houses a high-torque stator, a balanced high-strength rotor and stainless steel ball bearings. Silver-plated heavy-duty solder tabs, adjustable timing and, for the stock motors, a set of aluminium motor screws for improved overall performance, round out the package. The motor is available in 3.5T, 4.0T, 4.5T, 5.0T, 5.5T, 6.5T, 7.5T, 8.5T and 9.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 21.5T stock variants.

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January 6, 2020

Speedzone Evolution shorty LiPo battery packs

Speedzone have announced the addition of two new shorty LiPo battery packs to their Evolution brand range, designed for and dedicated to competitive racing. New for 2020 are a 4000mAh 7.4V pack as well as a 6000mAh 3.7V battery both of which are made using high-quality 120C cells. The 2S pack measures 96x47x25mm and weighs in at 210g while the 1S pack measures 93x47x18.5mm while weighing in at 150g. Both utilise 5mm power connectors and they meet ROAR, EFRA, BRCA and IFMAR specifications.

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January 6, 2020

Power HD G1 drift car gyro

Coming from Power HD is their new G1 gyro specially developed for drift car racing. The high-voltage compatible device makes use of a high-quality gyro chip and PID control system, it features end point adjustment, dual system operation to adapt to different tracks and driver habits in the best possible way and it is housed in a CNC-machined 2-colour aluminium case that is available with silver, orange or red details.

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January 6, 2020

Muchmore ROAR legal Spec X-Rotor

Available now from Muchmore Racing is their ROAR legal higher torque Spec X-Rotor. The rotor can be used in Muchmore’s entire Fleta ZX V2 line of 10.5T, 13.5T, 17.5T, and 21.5T spec motors. The new X-Rotor provides more torque, and will now replace the company’s very popular and race proven Z-Rotor.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]