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August 13, 2016

Futaba GYC440 car drift gyro & SBS-01C current sensor

Futaba have introduced the GYC440 car drift gyro and the SBS-01C current sensor. Starting with the gyro, the ultra-lightweight and compact GY440 series single-axis gyro offers setup ease and it is S.Bus and S.Bus2 capable. Dip switches select gyro direction and mode, with information clearly displayed by green and red LEDs. Also new is the SBS-01C current sensor. Compatible with select FASSTest and T-FHSS S.Bus2 systems, the SBS-01C collects real-time data on motor current, battery voltage and capacity used. It also allows to set vibration and/or audible alarms for any three functions, and use the transmitter’s data logging functions for more detailed power system analysis.

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August 12, 2016

Fenix Racing 200mm pan car gear differential kit

Fenix Racing have introduced a gear differential kit for 200mm 1/10th scale pan cars. Based off of the company’s 1/10th formula gear diff the 200mm pan car variant makes use of a Grade 5 titanium axle shaft, it comes with a 92 tooth 64 pitch spur gear and ABEC 5 1/4×3/8×1/8 ball bearings. Also included is a standard aluminium wheel hub. The unit weighs in at only 40 gram, it will make for greatly improved forward bite and a 235mm variant for wide Pro10 cars is around the corner too.

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August 12, 2016

SWorkz gets new organisation structures

SWorkz have announced a change in organisation as Austrian company MW RC Cars and Taiwan-based Speedmster Hobby Co. LTD will take over the SWorkz brand. In the future MW RC Cars will be responsible for strategic planning and sales in Europe and the U.S. while Speedmaster will take care of development and production of the SWorkz kits as well as marketing and sales for the Asian markets.

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August 12, 2016

Hudy introduce new Compact Pit Bag

Coming from Hudy is the new Compact Pit Bag. Redesigned and improved the bag is now of a lighter and more compact design, taking less space in the pits, during transportation and storage. Made from tough nylon material the bag sports colourful Hudy graphics and it incorporates a variety of useful features such as reinforced sidewalls and lower base, spacious storage pouches, an externally mounted and adjustable fuel gun holder as well as a soft fabric covered handle. Special anti-slip rubber feet make for a secure stand and it is designed to fit in the side pocket of the Hudy Carrying Bag or any other standard baggage or hauler bags.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

August 12, 2016

VBC Racing release new Wildfire D08 option parts

VBC Racing have released new optional parts for the Wildfire D08 touring car in the form of an anti-tweak battery mount, new hard compound suspension parts as well as SMJ-made springs. Starting with the battery mount, the design eliminates any tweak created by using mounting tape as the machined alloy loops do away with the need to wrap the tape around the chassis bottom as they can be looped around the mounting brackets. The rear mount also incorporates a length adjustment feature to adapt the mounts to different length LiPo packs.

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August 12, 2016

Mugen Seiki reveal MTX-6 “R” parts

Mugen Seiki reveal MTX-6 "R" parts

During this week’s IFMAR 1/10th 200mm World Championships in Gubbio, Italy, Mugen Seiki have introduced what will be a future “R” version of their successful MTX-6 200mm car. Mugen Seiki development driver Takaaki Shimo is running a pre-production car, as featured in our Chassis Focus here, and now Mugen have released a couple of detail images of the updated parts that include a new main chassis, lightweight hard-anodised wheel axle shafts, hard compound suspension components, updated carbon fibre shock tower parts as well as a range of front bumper weights to attach to the also redesigned bumper. Also included will be a shiny clutchbell and also updated upper bulkhead covers. More information on the final specification will become available in time for the release.

View some of the new parts in detail here

August 12, 2016

Arrowmax 7200mAh 11.1V 3S LiPo battery pack

Arrowmax have introduced their latest high-performance 11.1V 3S hardcase LiPo battery pack. Offering a capacity of 7200mAh and being built using 110C/55C cells the battery is ideal for high-power applications such as monster trucks, 1/8th “Lite” E-buggies and also 1/8th on-road cars. The battery comes pre-wired with a T-plug connector and standard balancer port and it is available now.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

August 12, 2016

Arrma introduce upgraded Fury Mega 2WD SC truck

Arrma’s Fury Mega 1/10th scale 2WD short course truck is now available in an upgraded specification, coming with a new bodyshell, new radio system and more. While the chassis itself remained unchanged the ready-to-run kit comes with a Tactic TTX300 3-channel radio and TR326 micro receiver and a bold new body that has a stylish blue/black colour scheme for new looks. Foam body washers improve overall support, while new bumpers help give it a more scale-like appearance. Body mounts have also been reengineered to accept more aftermarket short course bodies. Included with the truck come a powerful brushed motor, waterproof electronics as well as a 2000mAh NiMH battery and suitable mains charger.

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