January 14, 2011

Thunder Power RC TP820CD charger/discharger

Thunder Power RC TP820CD charger/discharger

The all-new Thunder Power RC TP820CD is their first ever dual port and the most anticipated, most powerful and most advanced multi-chemistry charger, discharger, cycler and balancer system. With up to 800 watts of total charging power, nearly 4-times that of their popular TP1010C, the TP820CD is equipped with two ports that function completely independently to charge, discharge and cycle a wide variety of 1-8S LiPo, LiIon and LiFe (A123) batteries, as well as 1-24 cell NiCd and NiMH along with 6-30V Pb (lead-acid) batteries. The built-in 2-8S LiPo/LiIon/LiFe (A123) cell balancers, one for each port, and included balance connector adapter boards are readily compatible with all Thunder Power balance connectors and the JST-XH balance connectors found on many other batteries. Additional features include built-in data logging and viewing on the large class-leading and easy-to-read 48-character blue backlit LCD screen, internal resistance measurement and an advanced Storage Mode function to automatically charge or discharge LiPo/ LiIon/LiFe (A123) batteries as needed.

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January 14, 2011

Spektrum DX3R Pro transmitter

Spektrum DX3R Pro transmitter

If you are looking for a radio that’s packed with high-end features, the Spektrum DX3R Pro pistol grip transmitter delivers. You’ll love the drop-down steering wheel, 50-model memory and backlit screen. Its got a vibration device for alerts and new software features, including servo speed, ABS and traction control. Plus the DX3R Pro features an ultra-fast 5.5ms frame rate, integrated on-screen telemetry and a push-button lap timer.

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January 14, 2011

Shepherd line of 1/12th scale tires

Shepherd line of 1/12th scale tires

After a lot of testing and developing Shepherd have announced the release of their new line of 1/12th scale tyres. The new black rims and a new rubber ensure optimized performance, while additional shores ensure you find the best setup up for the current track conditions. To help recognize the compound the new tyres have color codes for easy identification.

View the full list of compounds here


January 14, 2011

KM H-K1 front one-way axle

KM H-K1 front one-way axle

More new parts from KM Racing for their H-K1 chassis with the release of this front one-way axle. Suitable for use on high speed tracks the set includes the dual bearing main axle, out drives, front 24T plastic pulley and two o-rings.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]


January 14, 2011

Spec-R FF03 gearbox casing

Spec-R FF03 gearbox casing

New from Spec-R is this complete gearbox casing for the Tamiya FF03. Made from super hard plastic it wont flex and can support the original ball diff and Spec-R gear diff and is fitted with a fan mount for cooling the car’s motor.

Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]


January 14, 2011

O’Donnell Speed Blend racing fuel

O'Donnell Speed Blend racing fuel

O’Donnell have released their all new Speed Blend racing fuel. Using superior ingredients, an advanced oil package and computer-controlled blending, Speed Blend delivers the extreme rpm and long run time that high-stakes competition demands. You’ll see a smoother idle and crisper throttle response, too. Available in 20%, 25% & 30% in both quart bottles and gallon drums.

Source: O’Donnell [odonnellracingfuel.com]


January 14, 2011

KO Propo RSx setting card & neck straps

KO Propo RSx setting card & neck straps

New from KO Propo is the RSx Setting card to allow the user to program the RSx series of servos. A multi-setting adapter, or setting module, for the Eurus is required to use this product and when used it allows you to set a wide range of parameters of the servos, all of which are listed below. KO Propo have also introduced 2 new neck straps, in black and grey, to join the already available blue version. The neck strap is made from a durable nylon and features a handy quick release clip.

View the adjustable parameters and more images here


January 13, 2011

Xceed ZX offroad engines

Xceed ZX offroad engines

Xceed have introduced their own line of high performance offroad engines that are made in Italy by Picco. If they look familiar it’s because they were previously sold under the Mega brand. Featuring the highest level of manufacturing quality, Swiss made bearings, superb metals and for offroad the all important low fuel consumption combined with very smooth performance. The ZX-21 5P-DS4 is a 5 port turbo engine with 8mm carburetor, tall and lightweight cooling head with finned combustion chamber. The 5P-DS4 EM Offroad engine is again a 5 port turbo engine with 8mm carburetor, but is Eduardo Modified with selected ABC-set and aligned conrod, tear-drop work on the sleeve and a light crankshaft with silicone. Finally the ZX-21 3P- DS4 is a 3 port engine with 8mm carburetor, tall cooling head and super low fuel consumption. All engines can be purchased separately or as a Powerpack with polished inline tuned pipe-system.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]


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