November 20, 2018

Futaba T4PM 2.4GHz radio system – Coming soon

Coming soon from Futaba is their new T4PM intermediate level 2.4GHz radio system. First renderings here released by German Futaba distributor Ripmax, however technical details haven’t leaked yet. The radio is set for a release early next year and we bring you more details as they become available.

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November 15, 2018

Powerstar PC-600, PC-900HV & PC-1600HV servos

Coming from Powerstar are the new PC-600, PC-900HV and PC-1600HV servos that were developed as a budget-friendly option for beginners and RTR vehicles. All three feature plastic cases and DC motors with the 900 and 1600 series items also coming with a metal geartrain for improved durability. The latter two are also high-voltage compatible, upping power and speed when needed.

View the other new servos here


October 31, 2018

Muchmore CDS10 high voltage low profile servo

Coming from Muchmore is their new CDS10 high voltage low profile servo. Equipped with a coreless motor and dual ball bearings the servo is capable of up to 12.5kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.055s utilising 6V to 8.4V input. The geartrain is made up using titanium and aluminium gears for a low weight and exceptional durability and the case uses composite upper and lower parts with the middle heatsink section sporting white Muchmore logos. The servo weighs in at 42g and it will hit stores soon.

View a list of the specifications here


October 22, 2018

PowerStar PL-8509 HV servo

Available now from PowerStar is their new PL-8509 HV high-voltage digital cordless standard-size servo. It features a plastic case and with up to 8.4V input it offers 10.5kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.085s. A metal gear train ensures exceptional durability and the black composite plastic case keeps the weight down.

Source: PowerStar [powerstar-racing.com]


October 19, 2018

PowerStar PL-1207 HV low-profile servo

PowerStar have introduced their new PL-1207 HV high-voltage digital cordless low-profile servo. It features a plastic case and with up to 8.4V input it offers 14kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.074s. Metal gears ensure exceptional durability and the black composite case keeps the weight down.

Source: PowerStar [powerstar-racing.com]


October 18, 2018

RC-Mission RX-491 antenna holder

RC-Mission have introduced a 3-D-printed antenna tube holder for the Sanwa RX-491 receiver. The bracket is attached to the receiver case using double sided tape and it acts as a simple antenna tube mount that will make wiring more accurate while also improving signal reception. The mount comes in white colour but it is understood that the material is easy to dye if needed.

View the mount in place here


October 17, 2018

Power HD M9 high-voltage mid-size servo

Coming from Power HD is their new M9 mid-size high-voltage servo for 1/12th scale applications. It features an all-aluminium heatsink case, coreless motor, copper and titanium gears and it is capable of up to 9kg-cm of torque and a speed of down to 0.07s. The servo measures 35×15.1×29.5mm, weighs in at 35g and it will hit stores soon.

Source: Power HD [chd.hk]


October 12, 2018

Arrowmax M17 3.7V 6000mAh transmitter battery

Arrowmax have introduced a dedicated transmitter battery pack for the Sanwa M17 radio. The 3.7V 6000mAh LiPo replaces the standard battery with a high-capacity pack for longer operation time and thus more confidence even when having long days at the track. The battery measures 78x47x12mm and it comes pre-wired with a universal JR-style plug.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]