Some simple new items from KO Propo, who have released these light weight aluminium screws. Claiming to give a better balance when using the wheel extension unit for the EX-10 Helios/Eurus or EX-1 series of transmitters, they are available in black and silver and sold in a full set of 8 pieces.
Source: KO Propo [kopropo.com]
Radiopost has announced their new 2.4gHz Signal Direct Sequence color LCD transmitter. A new name in RC, they have been making I.C.S repeaters (cell phone amplifier towers) for many companies in the wireless market for many years. Having been in the frontier of cell phone signal communication they now are using that knowledge to break-through into the world of RC. High quality, they are manufactured in Korea and fully supported in the USA in Lake Forest, CA. From the ground up the new TS401 radio uses proprietary chipset developed by Radiopost ensuring glitch free 2.4 gHz performance. Some key features include embedded antenna, color screen, ergonomic, easy to use menu interface and balanced weight distribution. Their micro 4ch and small 5ch receivers can fit in any RC application from 1/18th to 1/5th scale.
Similar to their previous release, T-Work’s Racing have a new skin decal for the Airtronics/Sanwa M11 and M11X transmitter. Available in 3D graphite or shiny graphite versions, it is easy to apply, will stay in good condition for a long time and when you want to remove it, it wont leave any nasty residue. Supplied pre cut on an A4 sheet.
Source: T-Work’s [rc-tworks.com]
Team C have introduced a range of aluminium servo horns. Available in 23T and 25T for Sanwa/KO and Futaba respectively these horns come in one or two hole versions and are much stronger than the standard plastic versions that come with the servo. Ideal for the steering on gas offroad cars.
Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]
The Spektrum DX3C is an evolution of the 2.0/3.0 series making it the ultimate entry-level computer radio. With features of most mid-level 3 channel surface radios, it features a totally new design case and an upgraded easy to read dot matrix LCD display. Offering mixing, capable of 4 way steering or dual brake servos and a 20 model memory. The DX3C also includes an SD card slot which will facilitate software updates similar to the DX3R Pro. For the enthusiast starting out looking for his first radio or sport drivers who look to put economy and a basic set of programming features they need, in front of paying more for advanced features they don’t, the DX3C is the ideal radio. The DX3C comes with a choice of small, medium and large interchangeable grips, 4 AA batteries, switch harness and SR300 DSM receiver.
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T-Work’s Racing have released this new skin decal for the new Airtronics/Sanwa MT-4 transmitter. Available in 3D graphite or shiny graphite versions, it is easy to apply, will stay in good condition for a long time and when you want to remove it, it wont leave any nasty residue. Supplied pre cut on an A4 sheet.
Source: T-Work’s [rc-tworks.com]
Futaba have shown a teaser image of their new 3PRKA pistol grip transmitter. It is essentially a remodeled version of their best selling Megatech Junior 3 channel entry level transmitter fitted with their FHSS 2.4Ghz technology. Expect a March release, when we hope to get more information.
Source: Futaba [rc.futaba.co.jp]
Having already shipped its first drop-down adapter for the Spektrum DX3R transmitter, which gave much improved ergonomics by bringing the steering wheel in-line with the throttle trigger, Grid RC have released this second version. For 2011 they decided to mill the drop-down from a single aluminium billet instead of the two-piece version produced in 2010, the result is a lower weight of 38 grams, which is 10 grams lighter. The kit includes stainless steel fasteners and again installs in minutes.
Source: Grid RC [gridrc.com]
