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January 15, 2019

Tekin RSX Pro 1/10th scale speed controller

Coming from Tekin is their new RSX Pro 1/10th scale modified racing brushless speed controller. Using only the best available components and materials, this ESC is performance defined. Bred for 1/10th scale modified competition, the RSX Pro promises maximum power with precise control and reliability. With a highly efficient aluminium heat sink housing and an entire array of adjustable features, drivers have the ability to fine-tune the controller’s massive power for the win. Included with the RSX PRO is a detachable fan shroud system for maximum cooling in extreme racing conditions. Data logging, a high voltage HD internal BEC and optional 3rd channel drag brake adjustment come standard as well as access to team driver setups.

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January 15, 2019

Bittydesign Iron 190mm truck body shell

Following a couple of teasers on social media, Italian company Bittydesign has finally unveiled their all-new Iron body shell for 190mm touring cars. Developed in cooperation with an industrial designer the body combines scale looks, attention to detail and high performance. The multi-piece shell consists of the lower platform, the upper 2-piece cabin part and a rear 3D bumper skirt that adds weight, realism and air diffusor capabilities when needed. To this adds an additional rear wing that further helps with weight bias and downforce. The cabin can be built in two ways, rotational for improved scale realism with only a small opening in the rear, or fixed, with a large opening in order to reach the front body clips without having to lift the cabin. The body is a direct fit on Tamiya trucks and also usable with most 190mm width/260mm wheelbase touring car chassis and either standard touring car or Tamiya truck tyres.

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January 15, 2019

Trinity Monster Horsepower 3.5T drag racing motor

Trinity have introduced a special drag racing edition of their Monster Horsepower 3.5T modified motor. Equipped with the TEP1154 13.5mm x 24.2mm ultra torque black rotor the motor is designed for all out power and speed, needed for extreme on-road racing with drag racing, pan or touring cars. The motor can handle up to 3S LiPo input and requires a competition speed controller capable of handling down to 3.5T motors.

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January 15, 2019

Usukani D3T 1/8th drift trike chassis kit

Usukani, known for their innovative RWD drift car chassis kits, have introduced their new 1/8th scale D3T drift trike kit. The 3-wheel chassis features a 3-gear transmission, independent rear suspension with shock absorbers, a 2-spring front fork system with adjustable angle and dual-spring steering buffer as well as full ball bearings, a metal spur gear adapter and white wheels with drift tyres. The kit is rounded out by a polycarbonate body shell.

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January 15, 2019

Awesomatix ULCG & Shorty battery mounts

Awesomatix have introduced new battery mounts for ULCG and shorty battery packs. Machined from brass and coming black anodised for looks and corrosion prevention, the mounts add valuable weight when running lightweight ultra low centre of gravity or shorty battery packs. The ULCG mounts add 22g per holder while the large shorty mounts add 52g of weight per piece. The main goal of the different holder/battery combinations is to further lowering of the overall centre of gravity which can provide huge advantages in high grip track conditions. The items are a direct fit for the A800 platforms and they come as pairs.

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January 15, 2019

Melvin Diekmann joins Shepherd factory team

Shepherd have announced the signing of German 1/10th 200mm specialist, Melvin Diekmann to their factory team. A multiple ENS finalist and podium finisher, Melvin can already look back on a great series of victories in his young career. He and his father form a strong team and have been able to make life difficult for many big names in the past.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

January 15, 2019

Ryan Maifield wins at CRCRC Winter Midwest Champs

The 32nd Annual CRCRC Winter Midwest Championships were held this past weekend at The Ohio RC Factory in Jeffersonville, Ohio. CRCRC is very well known as the first big 1/10 electric off-road race at the beginning of each year and brought in an impressive 380 entries. In 4WD Modified Buggy Yokomo/Team Orion’s Ryan Maifield went onto TQ rounds 2 and 4 of qualifying to secure the overall TQ. Maifield then went onto dominate A-mains 1 and 2 by leading every lap and taking home the 4WD Modified Buggy title.

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January 15, 2019

Xray XB4 brass rear chassis brace weight

Coming from Xray is a 40g brass rear chassis brace weight for the XB4 1/10th scale 4WD buggy. The optional brace fits in the lower part of the composite brace, connecting directly to the chassis and generating more stability while replacing the original composite brace insert. The weight of the car is moved more to the rear, improving in-corner rotation and lowering the centre of gravity.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]