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May 1, 2020

Spektrum S9110BL & S9120BL large scale servos

Spektrum have introduced their new S9110BL and S9120BL large scale servos. The S9110BL (0.14s/88kg-cm) high speed and S9120BL (0.21s/104kg-cm) high torque servos have been designed to give 1/5th scale enthusiasts huge torque and brushless motor precision, taking their driving experiences to a new level. Starting with a new case design with improved support for pins holding the gears, and a new aluminium top plate with re-designed bearing house, the servos have been designed for improved durability. A new brushless motor design will give more power than any previous Spektrum servos and additional improvements include a sleek new stealth black design and new thicker 18AWG wire detachable connector. Both are already race proven, the S9110BL and S9120BL having won the 2020 1/5 Worlds Buggy Class at SoCal Nitro.

View lists of the specifications here

May 1, 2020

Sanwa RX-493 coaxial antenna receiver

Coming soon from Sanwa is their new RX-493 coaxial antenna receiver. The FH5/FH5U and SXR response mode compatible receiver features a traditional 100mm coaxial antenna and an integrated antenna tube mount, ensuring stable performance in about any situation compared to built-in antenna receiver units. Furthermore the high-voltage compatible receiver is waterproof, comparable to IPX4, and it supports Sanwa’s SSL function. The unit measures 26×23.2x14mm, it weighs in at 6.2g and is understood to work exclusively with the Sanwa M17 radio system.

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April 24, 2020

Spektrum S6245 high performance digital servo

New from Spektrum is the S6245 digital servo high speed and high torque servo. The latest generation of Spektrum surface servos provides with the performance needed for any 1/10th scale vehicle application. The S6245 takes the race winning S6240 servo and upgrades it with a sleek, all aluminium, black anodised finish. The low-profile design allows for space saving installation, making it the perfect servo for 1/10 racing buggies and trucks, bashers looking to upgrade their RTR vehicle, or for crawlers that need that extra speed and torque to push through demanding terrain.

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April 24, 2020

KO Propo EX-LDT 2.4GHz radio system

Following years of development KO Propo now present their new EX-LDT radio system featuring a revolutionary laydown trigger setup. The new Lay Down Trigger “LDT” system uses a digital angle sensor for the best feel with the trigger size and width being adjustable to accommodate different finger sizes. The new handle has a built-in balance charge port to recharge LiFE batteries in the base and a new larger grip handle to accommodate longer palms and new fulcrum point for the best ergonomics. The set includes new Drop Extension 2 using a digital angle sensor and a more robust mechanical rocker system for the best feel. Using digital angle sensor for steering and throttle offers a new linear and more direct feel and the Drop Extension 2 comes in the black lacquer finish. Other features include a KO’s US Patented K.I.Y. system for modular components, a 2.7inch LCD display for easy navigation and new steering and throttle angle sensors for precision and durability. A soft and linear steering spring is used as well as new functions added to the menu system. The quad signal output supports KO’s FHSS Normal, FHSS French mode system, Kyosho’s MHS Mini-Z Normal and French mode. The radio is finished off by a higher quality wrap utilising a carbon fibre water dip. The EX-LDT includes the new KR-415FH receiver that is compatible with the HCS operation.

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April 22, 2020

Yeah Racing Hackgear low-profile servo

Coming from Yeah Racing and available in a range of colour options is the new Hackgear aluminium case low-profile digital high-speed servo. Designed for 1/10th scale applications and offering a torque of up to 10kg-cm, the servo is ideal for touring and drift cars with the alloy case optimising heat dissipation when the going gets tough. The servo utilises a mixed titanium and copper geartrain, a ball-bearing supported 25T output shaft, a coreless motor and it is usable with 6.0V to 8.4V input voltage.

View a list of the key specifications and the colour variants here

April 13, 2020

Sanwa PGS-CLE Type-E low-profile servo

Coming soon from Sanwa is their new PGS-CLE Type-E servo specially developed for the use with electronic speed controllers that feature a low-power BEC system. The high-voltage compatible servo is usable from 4.8V input upwards, however compared to other high-class servos it can cope with a somewhat lower current input with the servo offering reliable performance from 1.5A input on. The SXR and SSL compatible servo is IPX4 waterproof, it features an aluminium middle heatsink section, a coreless motor, metal gears and a transit time of down to 0.09s. Using Sanwa’s Multi-Setting Gear three types of presets are accessible, such as a standard setting, an aggressive and a drift mode.

Source: Sanwa [sanwa-denshi.com]

March 30, 2020

Kingmax BLS7013 ultra high torque servo – Coming soon

Kingmax have announced the soon release of their new ultra high torque BLS7013 servo. The high-voltage capable servo offers up to 70kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.13s at 7.4V input. Usable for heavy duty 1/8th scale applications such as on-road, off-road and monster trucks the servo will feature a heavy duty, heatsink design case in a 2-tone finish. Full details will become available in time of the release.

Source: Kingmax [kingmaxhobby.com]

March 30, 2020

VSR Products Unicorn VRC Pro adapter

VSR Products have introduced a new adapter that allows to use the popular VRC Pro software using any 4-channel 2.4GHz receiver. With the current Corona pandemic tracks have been forced to close and people need to stay at home as much as possible meaning racers are looking for alternatives to getting some laps under their belts. This is where the old and trusted VRC Pro RC racing simulator kicks in. VSR Products Unicorn PC adapter supports 4-channel operation which means owners can setup marshalling, refuelling and other functions with the buttons on the radio and do not have to touch the keyboard. In addition the adapter offers higher frame rates and lower latency compared to the original VRC adapter. Not included are the needed receiver and Micro USB cable.

Source: VSR Products [vsr3d.com]