New from Spec-R for their R1 and S1 chassis’ is this sway bar set. Suitable for both the front and rear the set includes 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 & 1.5mm versions to help fine tune your car. The bars are black and sport lasered lines for easy identification.
Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]
Capricorn have announced an upgrade kit for its 1/10th 200mm chassis called the LAB C02 WC edition. This version includes all the parts used by Capricorn drivers at the recent World Championships in Bangkok. The kit includes new harder more durable plastics, front anti-roll bar F1, middle shaft mount with exhaust support built-in, lightweight hard coated 2-speed shaft, brass weights to be positioned under the tank in order to bring the model to the new minimum weight of 1650g without any additional weights and finally new super soft belts.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
WRC Racing, best known for their 1/10th F1 chassis, the F-One 200, have released the first pictures of their new 190mm EP Touring car. Another brand to enter the market this year, the STX has some unique features the most noticeable being the ‘upper’ deck which utilizes two plates of carbon running perpendicular to the chassis plate to create stiffness. Along the length of the braces are struts which can be removed to increase flex. The steering servo is centrally mounted as is the norm using a very low and lightweight solution, while the steering/Ackerman plate moves along pins instead of pivoting on a central point. We can expect complete details when the car is released at the beginning of December.
Similar to that released for the RX8, Xray have released this graphite brace for the flex radio plate on the NT1. Made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre, the front reinforcement brace stiffens the front of the car for high-traction conditions.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Motonica have announced the release of their new P81 version RS3. The main new improvements include the new chassis plate, new rear shock absorber body and front shock absorbers shafts and a new servo saver Ackerman plate. The new chassis aims to increase grip and add more steering while the new shock absorbers body is longer, resulting in more traction and more steering of the car, while the new Ackerman helps offer smoother driving and more steering.
The Blitz R18-V2 is based on the Blitz R18 which was announced in 2011. The V2 version features lower front to provide more steering, a lower rear side give better top speed and quick response when changing direction and they have stiffened the surface to make the body structure stronger. There is 3 different thicknesses ranging from 1.2mm for the best durability, 1.0mm for the best balance of performance and durability and a 0.8mm version for the best performance. They expect the shell to be homologated for the 2013 season.
Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]
Hitec announce their new H4 four port DC multicharger. Housed in a sleek aluminium case with backlit graphic display and four computer controlled 120W ports the charge can make use of NiMH, LiXX and Pb batteries. The 8A independent ports can also be paired into two 240W outputs for even more charging power. The charger sports the usual line of safety features, is upgradable with the latest firmware and PC-interface capable using Hitec’s own HPP-22 PC interface.
Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]
The S-ePower Electrical Switch is an electronic on/off switch with build-in LiPo battery low-voltage cut off to protect receiver batteries from damage. It features an integrated battery indicator, large power switch and dimensions of 39.2×17.5×9.5mm and weights 11g. The switch is useable in a voltage range of 5V to 10V and is able to handle a peak current of 14A. Designed by Japanese company KO Propo it is a direct for the S-Workz S350 PSP radio tray and also fits many other vehicles.
Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]
