New from Japanese company Kawada is this optional 2.4GHz antenna for both the Futaba 4PK and the Sanwa M11X. The first of a kind, this aftermarket antenna features a new profile and is 3.5cm shorter than the standard version but doesn’t loose any power or efficiency. Purely for looks, as the standard versions aren’t so long and function the same, the antennas are easily swapped.
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Team Associated’s new XP Series high-voltage servos aim to be better suited to the 7.4V LiPo packs used by racers in their cars these days. Most of the current generation of servos are designed only for 6.0V input, and this can cause reliability issues. These new servos feature updated motors and electronic circuitry that are designed to withstand the rigors of high-voltage operation in nitro vehicles. A metal gear version (MG) is perfect for use as the steering servo while the standard version is suitable for controlling the throttle. Even though they are designed to run with 7.4V, they can also be used with standard 6.0V NiMh receiver batteries and are also perfect for use as the steering servo in electric vehicles with the SC10 RTR actually coming equipped with the SHV1504MG.
Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]
Sanwa’s new SDX-801 is so small (40.5x21x26.5mm) it can be placed in any R/C car chassis without any problems and at the same time lower the cars overall weight and center of gravity. Due to the small weight of only 50g the SDX-801 is also perfect for today’s touring cars where left/right chassis balance is a huge problem due to racing with LiPos or 5-cell NiMH batteries which creates overweight on the electrical side of the chassis. Expect it to take 0.08s to turn 60° @ 6.0V, while at the same voltage, able to achieve 6.4kg/cm.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
Futaba have released this low profile brushless servo, the BLS-551, which is suitable for use in 1/10th EP & GP cars. Measuring only 40.5 x 20 x 25.4mm, it is super small, but can still deliver good speed, 0.10 sec for 60 degrees travel, and good strength, 9.2kg/cm using 6V. It has metal gears throughout and is rubber sealed to protect it during damp conditions.
Source: Radiostyrd Racing [radiostyrd-racing.blogspot.com]
HPI have released 2 new servos, the first is this high performance SF-32TT Digital Servo that is perfect for use on the steering of Savage trucks and truggies. The gear train is machined titanium for extreme strength, while the digital design provides huge amounts of torque throughout the steering range for increased steering, highly precise and consistent steering response. The heat sink fins on the case keep the motor running cool when the going gets tough. The other new servo is the high performance SFL-30MG Digital Servo that is perfect for use on the steering of HPI Baja trucks and buggies offering precision steering movements and is compatible with all radio systems on the market today, including high-speed systems. It has a high-output heavy duty motor which offers a continuous 18kg-cm of torque through the entire servo sweep, a heat sink case to keep temps down, a machined metal gear train, including a new hybrid metal/plastic 1st gear, compared to the normal all-plastic 1st gears. Also included is an aluminum servo horn for maximum strength and durability
Click here to see the SFL-30MG Digital Servo
The new Venom Transmitter case is made from light weight thermo-formed nylon material and has been designed to exclusively fit your Spektrum DX3R/S with a conformal case design to protect your radio from the elements and during transport. If you are left handed, that is also not a problem as this case is ambidextrous to accommodate either left or right handed transmitters. Whether for storage or transportation the color coordinated case design will look sharp and keep your equipment safe.
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Yeah Racing have released their Radio-K aluminium transmitter carrying case. Designed to fit the Futaba 4PK or Spektrum DX3R & DX3S, it can protect your transmitter from damage and contains custom-fit foam padded interior. The custom-fit foam is pre-cut to fit your radio in a perfect position and provides plenty of room for other RC accessories storage as well. A stylish, lightweight and safe way to carry your radio equipment to the track.
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As seen at the toy fair in February, Hot Bodies have released their digital servos, which combine speed, reliability and toughness in one highly efficient unit. Available in two dialled-in versions, both are very strong yet fast, but the DSJ-1SS is fastest with an amazing transit time of 0.06 seconds per centimeter of movement with a strength of 13kg per cm, while the DSJ-2ST is nearly as fast at 0.09 seconds per centimeter, but has a whopping 16kg per cm of holding power.
