January 21, 2020

LapMonitor 1/10th 4WD buggy transponder mount

Coming from LapMonitor is a new transponder mount compatible with the Team Associated B74, Yokomo YZ-4 and Xray XB4 1/10th scale 4WD buggies. The multi-piece yet lightweight mount was designed to be attached to the centre diff top plate, placing the transponder emitter in front of the clear body window area. This ensures a perfect detection of the transponder signal by the LapMontor lap timer. The holder features also a hole for easy and convenient battery wire routing.

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January 21, 2020

Reds Racing VX3 competition brushless motor

Following a first teaser image Reds Racing have fully unveiled their new VX3 540-size electric brushless motor. The 2-pole motor is of a new internal structure design with a higher quality precision balanced Neodymium high-temperature rotor that improves power and torque noticeably compared to the Gen 2 motor. It also incorporates copper wires and low resistance collector rings that allow for a very low internal resistance and thus greater power supply and less heat build-up. To this adds an improved cooling system with the unique VX3 housing being designed to guarantee optimised heat dissipation and maximised cooling. The motor will become available as 4.5T to 8.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 25.5T stock class motors, the latter will see the addition of a special 13.5T high-torque variant.

View a list of the key features and more images here


January 21, 2020

Maxima Mx GT1R Twin Spark dual glow plug engine

During last week’s 2020 IFMAR GT8 World Championship Maxima Mx introduced their forthcoming new GT1R Twin Spark engine that uses a unique dual glow plug setup. The prototype engines were run using a conventional and also a low-profile cooling head and other than the two images you can see here, no other information has become available so far. More details, an explanation of the advantages and whether this will also be an upgrade to existing engine are expected to surface shortly.

View the low-prpofile cooling head engine here


January 21, 2020

Performa P1 120A brushless controller

Performa Racing are busy adding more brushless speed controllers to their range of high-performance products with the latest being the P1 120A controller. Rated at 120A and usable with sensored or sensorless motors, the 2S to 4S LiPo-compatible controller is ideal for lightweight 1/8th scale buggies as well as 1/10th scale short course and monster trucks. The high-quality hardware allows for a small 48x35mm footprint and a low weight of only 121g. A switchable 6V/7.4V BEC system gives enough performance even for power-hungry high-voltage servos and advanced programming allows to fine-tune the ESC to a wide range of track conditions. The controller is housed in a machined aluminium case for improved heat dissipation and it comes pre-wired with black cables ensuring a professional factory look.

View lists of the features and specifications here


January 21, 2020

Tamiya F104 Type 2017 lightweight body shell

Coming from Tamiya is the lightweight variant of their popular F104 Type 2017 body shell. Featuring a low and narrow nose section as well as separate details such as barge boards or side pods, the 1/10th scale formula body also allows to cut away the lower part of the side pontoon to further narrow and lower the body. Also included are a moulded driver helmet and double-sided tape. The body is moulded from lightweight 0.8mm polycarbonate which will greatly lower the overall centre of gravity compared to the standard 1.0mm body shell.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]


January 21, 2020

Performa P1 Controller 150A ESC

Performa Racing’s P1 150A Sensor/Sensorless Controller was developed to deliver unmatched power, performance and reliability for demanding 1/8th scale racing applications. Built with high quality components and loaded with cutting edge firmware, the 150A-rated 2S to 6S LiPo-compatible ESC will protect itself from damage due to abuse, overuse, and even human error. With a high power output and adjustable parameters, the controller delivers the smooth throttle response and linear throttle/brake control even in demanding racing conditions. It also features an integrated HV BEC with 4 Amp output current, and adjustable output voltage from 6 to 8.4V. The Performa cooling technology utilises heat conductive copper bars to rapidly and effectively transfer all internal heat from the MosFET board to the integrated CNC machined billet aluminium heatsink housing. The cooling fan utilises a shock proof mounting system that reduces the possibility of fan damage due to the repeated shock of landing jumps in an 1/8 scale off road environment. The speedo also features an electronic switch, allowing settings from an integrated button while even easier programming is accessible using an optional programming box.

View a list of the specifications here


January 21, 2020

T-Works POM adjustment nuts

Coming from T-Works are new POM pivot ball adjustment nuts for a range of vehicles. The nuts are manufactured from high-quality material and to a very high precision, ensuring easy axial play adjustment and smooth suspension movement. The 10-piece sets are available for Serpent, Xray RX8 and NT1 as well as Mugen MTX and MRX kits.

View the Xray and Mugen specific nuts here


January 21, 2020

STRC roll out new Outcast 6S optionals

ST Racing Concepts have announced the release of new high-performance optional parts for the popular Arrma Outcast 6S bashing truck. The machined aluminium option parts takes the durability, performance and looks of the Outcast to the next level. CNC-machined front and rear chassis protector plates cover the front and rear end of the main chassis, taking the abuse of hard landing without damaging the expensive main chassis. The CNC-machined aluminium front and rear chassis brace increase the durability and rigidity of the truck while adding great looks to the chassis. The steering response and power from the steering servo can be increased with the CNC machined aluminium steering servo mounting plate, which replaces the flexing stock plastic piece, and it can be combined with the CNC machined aluminium steering post upper brace for a solid steering setup. All parts are available in gunmetal, red or silver anodising.

View the other new parts here


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