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January 11, 2019

KO Propo EX-RR carbon print limited edition radios

Coming from KO Propo are their new limited edition EX-RR carbon print radio sets. The transmitters offer the same features and specifications as the latest EX-RR, however a high-quality carbon print gives the radios a different appearance. In addition the machined aluminium steering wheel comes in either red or blue colour to let the radios stand out even more. The sets are available with either one or two KR-418FH receivers and the included steering wheels “3” are also available separately to add them to standard EX-RRs and other suitable KO Propo radios.

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January 9, 2019

Highest B200 & B210 brushless servos

Korean company Highest has introduced two new servos in the form of the B200 and B210 standard size brushless high-voltage servos. Both are housed in an all-aluminium case, they sport highly efficient brushless motors, full metal gear trains and black receiver wires for a professional look. The B200 is capable of up to 26.1kg-cm of torque and a speed of down to 0.08s while the B210 pulls up to 31.1kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.09s.

View the B210 servo here

January 9, 2019

Reedy roll out new HV digital brushless servos

Coming from Reedy are their new HV digital brushless servos. Race-proven and engineered for use in competition-level RC cars and trucks, their powerful brushless motors create exceptional torque and speed while an advanced microprocessor provides precision vehicle control. The precision gear set is designed for strength and durability while the integrated aluminium mid-case reduces operating temperatures for fade-free operation. The RT2706A (0.06s/26.3kg-cm) also features an all-aluminium case to stand up to the performance demands of 1:8 racing. Also available are the RT2406 (0.06s/23.3kg-cm), RT1709 LP (0.09s/16.1kg-cm) and the RS1306 LP (0.0s/12.2kg-cm). All are high-voltage compatible and they come with all-black receiver wires for a factory look.

View lists of the specifications and more images here

January 3, 2019

SRT W25 waterproof crawler HV servo

SRT have announced the release of their new W25 waterproof high-voltage crawler servo. Utilising a bi-colour all-aluminium case as well as a mixed 7075 aluminium and copper geartrain, the digital servo offers up to 25kg-cm of torque but it is also usable with standard 6.0V input, where it is still capable of 23kg-cm of torque. Above all however sits its waterproofness that ensures reliable operation whatever the conditions.

View a list of the specifications and another image here

December 13, 2018

HRC Racing 68123MG ultra high torque servo

Coming from HRC Distribution’s HRC Racing brand is the 68123MG ultra high torque analogue servo for crawlers and trail trucks. Offering up to 23kg-cm of torque and featuring sturdy metal gears, dual ball bearings and a heavy duty servo wire, the servo is best used in applications that require exceptional holding torque – something an analogue servo can excel in compared to digital servos. In addition it is very resistant to hard shocks, making it also the ideal beginner servo. Included in the set is also a heavy duty servo arm.

View a list of the specifications here

December 11, 2018

Hiro Seiko M17 screen protector set

Made for Sanwa’s M17 high-end transmitter is a new screen protector set from Hiro Seiko. It is made of a newly developed material to support the transmitter’s touch screen ability while also protecting it from fingerprints, scratches, as well as water and oils. The set includes two pre-cut sheets and it is available now.

Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]

December 7, 2018

Spektrum DX5 Rugged 2.4GHz radio system

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Spektrum DX5 Rugged 2.4GHz radio system. The 5-channel surface system redefines radio control with unmatched innovation in durability that no off-roader, basher or boater will want to be without. The result is precision control, convenience, and rugged versatility. Inspired by the ergonomically recognised Spektrum DX5 Pro and DX5C transmitters, the water-resistant chassis offers protection against minor splashes, it offers surrounded rubber-bumper chassis protection and an innovative thumb-steering lever makes one-hand operation safer and more precise. Software-wise the radio rocks features such as steering mix, 4-wheel steering mixes, Motor-On-Axle (MOA), plus one assignable mix and it includes the compact Spektrum SR515 5-channel DSMR sport receiver. The radio will hit stores early next year.

View a list of the features here

December 7, 2018

Highest D1000 Pro HV servo

Coming soon from Highest is the new D1000 Pro HV standard-size servo. Housed in an all-aluminium case with a heatsink middle section, the servo is usable with 6.0V to 7.4V input and it is able to pull up to 15.1kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.08s. It weighs in at 75.3g and comes with an all-black receiver wire for Pro looks.

Source: Highest [highestrc.com]