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October 25, 2017

Graupner HGM series high-voltage servos

Coming from Graupner are three new HGM series high voltage servos. The HGM SST +T BB MG (0.05s/22kg-cm) is a speed servo for 1/10th and 1/8th scale vehicles while the HGM SLP +T BB MG (0.045s/12kg-cm) is a high performance low-profile offering for 1/10th touring cars and off-road buggies. Also coming is the HGM SOR +T BB MG (0.06s/25.5kg-cm) for 1/10th and 1/8th applications that require a high torque. All three feature metal gears, telemetry functions, brushless motors, they are usable with 4.8V to 8.4V input, and are compatible with Sanwa’s High and Super Response modes.

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October 25, 2017

AME BD8-series Carbon Backbone

The new AME Carbon Backbone for the Yokomo BD8-2018/17 has been developed and tested in cooperation with the Yokomo Factory Team in Stock and Modified classes and during the last couple of months. The backbone attaches to the rear part of the chassis and drastically changes the handling of the BD8, offering improved stability, drivability and corner speed in nearly all track conditions, from low to high grip carpet or asphalt.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

October 25, 2017

Capricorn C803 EP Pro 1/8th electric on-road kit

Hot on the heels of Capricorn’s C803 EP 1/8th electric on-road kit comes the C803 EP Pro. Sharing the same main specifications and features, the Pro version differs in a way that it comes with a 2-speed gearbox, similar to the one used on the nitro-powered car. In addition the Pro variant also features mechanical brakes to ensure precise stopping power.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

October 25, 2017

T-Works lightweight touring car body height adjusters

Coming from T-Works are new lightweight touring car body height adjusters. The platforms are machined from aluminium and they are of a single-piece design for a low weight and easy adjustment. The parts offer two rows of holes that are also aligned on different heights and by turning the adapters, a fine-adjustment of the body height can be achieved without having to use a calliper, as it is needed when using screw-type height adjusting platforms. The parts fit a wide range of touring cars and they come in five different colours including black, blue, red, orange and gun metal.

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October 25, 2017

Hit Winter race – Report

A new round of the popular Hit Winter race series was held at the Holešov gymnasium in the Czech Republic. In the premier Touring Modified category Matěj Šulc confirmed his speed and took the overall TQ spot after winning the triple qualifiers. In the finals it was the same story again as Matěj took the overall, however he was under pressure of Kuba Šimurda but Matěj didn’t allow any dramas and so Kuba had to settle for 2nd overall. After a successful third A-main leg, Karel Kratochvíl took the overall 3rd place from Ludvík Kureček and Michal Vítámvas.

Continue reading the report here

October 25, 2017

Yokomo BL-RS4D ESC & Zero 2 Drift Spec motor

Yokomo have introduced their new BL-RS4D brushless speed controller and Zero 2 Drift Spec brushless motor for 1/10th drift cars. The controller features a laser-etched case and a default software setting developed by Yokomo team driver Takahiro that had proven to be the best basic setup for most conditions. The controller comes with a black receiver wire and and pre-soldered connectors. The controller is available separately or as combo pack with the new 10.5T or 13.5T Zero 2 Drift Spec brushless motor.

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October 25, 2017

Yokomo DB8-2018 aluminium chassis kit

Coming very soon from Yokomo is the BD8-2018 touring car kit in an aluminium chassis version. Offering the same features as the recently introduced carbon fibre chassis’d BD8-2018, the alloy kit includes a 2.0mm aluminium chassis over the carbon fibre part, making the car ideal for all high-traction surfaces. With the use of the aluminium chassis also the overall centre of gravity is slightly lowered and at the same time, the heat dissipation from the motor is greatly improved as the main plate can act as a heatsink. This is especially handy when running stock motors in high ambient temperatures. The first batch will include Yokomo’s Rear Toe Control system RTC for free and shipping of the kits is expected for end of October.

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October 25, 2017

WRC NTX rear chassis stiffener set

Coming from WRC and made for the NTX 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car is a rear stiffener set. Made up using two ball cups and an adjustable turnbuckle, the stiffener connects the radio plate and 2-speed bulkhead for improved pitch stiffness without affecting torsional flex. The result is a more reinforced chassis which is beneficial especially on high-bite tracks.

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