Protoform have sent us this sneak peek image of their new body shell. The graphic gives the hint that is for 1/12th scale while there is enough of the shell’s profile to work out some nice features. More details from Protoform as we get them, which we believe will be soon.
Source: Protoform [racepf.com]
Xray have released this optional one-piece aluminium rear suspension holder for the T4. A direct replacement for the standard forward holders of the rear suspension, this holder is recommended to use for more steering in high grip conditions only, as it increases stability. CNC machined aluminium lower rear suspension holder which is part of suspension holder system allows suspension arms to be mounted independently from the diff bulkheads.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
A Main Hobbies announces the all-new ProTek RC aluminium radio case featuring custom foam inserts for all of the hottest surface and air radios. The radio case’s lightweight, yet rugged aluminium outer shell has two lockable latches to secure your radio when it’s stowed. The brushed, grey aluminium case has black, heavy-duty reinforced corners to ensure that nothing damages your radio while a molded, plastic handle provides a comfortable grip for carrying your radio to and from the pits. Extra space inside the case can be used for storing servos, receivers and miscellaneous equipment.
Source: A Main Hobbies [amainhobbies.com]
Similar to those released last week, PSM Racing have produced two new shock towers for the S-Workz S350. Made from high quality 4mm carbon fibre there is one new rear one new front shock tower. Both front and rear towers feature additional mounting holes for the top of the shock absorbers and weigh in at only 16.2 grams and 21.5 grams respectively.
Source: PSM [psm-rc.com]
Associated have released some new Factory Team parts for the B44.2 buggy. First up is the new graphite battery strap to take the styling to the next level and complements the looks of the other graphite components. The new straps come with stylish blue aluminum countersunk screws for fastening the straps, but aluminum thumbscrews can also be used. Next up is the new graphite center brace which increases chassis torsional stiffness while adding style. The new graphite A & B hub towers are a great replacement for the standard molded towers and provide additional clearance for Factory Team 12mm Big Bore shocks by moving the turnbuckle away from the shocks. Finally there is the aluminium screw kit which is a great way to shave precious grams while also adding some style. This kit does not contain every screw used in the B44.2, only the screws they believe are good candidates for those areas compatible with aluminium’s strength and material.
View the other new products here
After 18 months of development, Team Wave have announce their latest generation of brushless motor, Eclipse. The motor is equipped with a unique LED temperature visualizing system to provide instant temperature reading from inside the motor. A NTC temperature sensor is embedded to measure the core temperature and the reading is then presented through the differently colored LEDs distributed around the endbell. Available in winds from 3.5T to 21.5T.
Source: Team Wave [teamwaveonline.com]
CRC have released an update to their race winning Xti 1/12th scale chassis. For some the car may be a bit too nimble, hence the release of the ‘Altered Ego’ chassis. The Altered Ego has some geometry alterations to mellow the car, making it a bit more stable and providing a more locked feeling to the rear end. Three different pieces make up an Altered Ego, the chassis, the rear lower plate and the rear upper plate. With the Altered Ego parts, the car can be run inline or transverse, however, the geometry alterations do make for a tight fit between the 1S pack and the reversed servo in the inline configuration. In the transverse position, the car has a ton of room to mount electronics and lots of options to move the battery forward and back.
View another image of the chassis here
Venom have introduced the new Stronghold 25 Amp DC Battery Charger, the the world’s first charger that combines cutting-edge technology and improved charging safety in one package. This charger offers a full 500-watt circuit and allows charge rates up to an astonishing 25amps. The panel features an easy-to-read backlit LCD screen and an easy to use intuitive programming menu. The Stronghold also allows you to keep track of your LiPo packs performance and condition with the new IR-Mode internal resistance test. IR-Mode™ tests each cell individually and provides single cell and total pack resistance values so you can see the real-time condition of your LiPo and LiFe battery packs.
