December 14, 2022

Yokomo BD11 Factory Team Edition

Yokomo has announced the release of the new BD11 Factory Team Edition.  Driven by Christopher Klapp to the runner-up spot at the 2022 World Championship, the kit is now available in a new Factory Team version tuned to the specifications required by Team Yokomo drivers! This kit is equipped with the parts used in the World Championships, as well as further newly developed parts.  The graphite suspension arms, the most distinctive feature of the BD11, have been further refined, and the arm length has been changed by +0.5mm at the front and -1.0mm at the rear to achieve both traction and response.  In addition, the newly developed hard-type sway bar has a linear effect, and in combination with the 6-hole piston, responds sensitively to even the slightest suspension movement. Springs of 2.80 in the front and 2.70 in the rear were selected for optimum machine balance.  Other features include a rear belt tensioner, a must-have for team drivers, and newly developed upper deck bushings.  In addition to the graphite chassis version, a new aluminium chassis version designed for indoor carpeted surfaces is also available.  Upper deck bushings are standard to secure the upper deck and improve turning performance.  Racing-tuned suspension arm lengths, sway bars, springs, and shock pistons rebalanced.  Rear belt tensioner, regularly used in team settings, is standard equipment to reduce tooth jumps during sudden acceleration.

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December 13, 2022

SMJ Stealth Line Lefty Spring RL Series

SMJ has developed a new Stealth Line Lefty Spring RL Series.   Materials and manufacturing methods have been reviewed and updated from the previous SMJ Stealth Line springs to achieve a more smooth initial movement in the early stages of roll. The behaviour of the car on and off power is more settled, and overall rear stability is improved.  The overall spring length is 27mm with a wire diameter 1.7mm with a RL5.9 and a RL6.1 option available.

Source: SMJ [smj-rc.com]


December 13, 2022

Mugen MTC2 optional Hard Alu US Chassis

Mugen Seiki has released a new optional hard US aluminium chassis for its MTC2 1:10 electric touring car platform.   The rigidity of the chassis has been increased by removing pocketing and the weight is also increased by 8grams.  Tested by Ronald Volker, the new hard chassis makes the MTC2 more precise and predictable to drive resulting in lap times become more consistent.

Source: Mugen Seiki [mugenracing.com]


December 13, 2022

Yokomo BD11 Option Parts

Yokomo has release a number of new options parts for their BD11 1:10 Electric Touring Car platform.  Used by team drivers at the IFMAR Worlds in Italy, where Christopher Krapp finished runner-up, they have new front & rear graphite suspension arms. The front arms are 0.5mm longer on each side to reduce load on the tires.  The rear arms are 1mm shorter on each side to increase rotation. A new upper deck bush is available that is installed in place of the bearing on the top deck in to increase rigidity in the rear. This makes the car more predictable, and improves stability around the corner.   Aluminium horizontal body post mounts allow fine-tuning during installation with eccentric adjustments.  Making it more convenient upon using the horizontal body post.   Finally a selection of hard sway bars available in 1.2-1.4mm enhances response and improves stability around the corners.

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December 13, 2022

SWORKz SST-Pro Tool Line

SWORKz has release a completely revised the tool line and launched the SST-Pro line. The handles are made of high-quality plastic and are ergonomically perfectly shaped. Tool tips are made of high-strength steel and adapted to the needs of RC car sports.  The available tools include HEX Wrench (1.5, 2.0, 2.5mm), Ball HEX Wrench (2.0, 2.5mm), 150mm flat screwdriver, Spring Caster Clip hook, body shell reamer, shorty socket driver (7.0, 5.5mm), shorty Hex Wrench (5.0mm).

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December 12, 2022

BEAT1LAB Moto EP1

Japanese company Beat1Lab has released this 1:5 RC bike.  The Moto EP1 is based on the 2007 version of Anderson’s RC bike with Beat1Lab creating a bike that combines the design philosophy of real world GP race bikes and RC models.  The innovative bike features a narrow chassis which is lightweight without compromising strength and offers a superior and centralise low centre of gravity. All of these features make the bike balanced and stable when cornering.  Experts and beginners alike will be able to immediately take control of the motorcycle and drive it with confidence.

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December 12, 2022

Xray X4 Hard Composite Hub

Xray has added a hard composite precision molded hub for their X4 1:10 Electric Touring Car platform. Hard composite is softer than Graphite material and thus generates more mechanical grip on the car and improves side traction. Recommended for low-medium traction asphalt tracks and very-low grip carpet tracks.  The hubs allow full adjustability of the axle height to adapt the car to every condition.  The aluminium front steering plates and rear ARS plates are easily mounted depending on the hub’s location.  The design of the hub is universal with the same part used at all four corners with corresponding extensions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


December 12, 2022

1Up Racing UltraLite 30mm High-Speed Alu Fan

1Up Racing has introduced their new UltraLite 30mm High-Speed Aluminium Fan with integrated guard and optional Brass Chassis Mount. The fan sports a short 30mm cable with basic 2-pin connector that works with many speed controls and they also include a 200mm extension cable with JR connector should you want to plug it into your receiver or hard-wire the fan.  They have cover nearly mounting solutions with included 2.5x6mm and 3x6mm screws.  The perfect compliment to the new high-speed fan, is a Brass Chassis Mount allows you to easily mount the fan to nearly any car and keeps the weight as low as possible for improved centre of gravity helping to increase stability and improve corner speed on any surface.  A channel runs under the fan to keep your wiring neat and again, as low as possible. Simply use servo tape to mount this to your chassis and use the two included button head screws to mount the fan. Rather than rigid mounts that screw to the chassis, the use of servo tape helps dampen vibrations improving the life of the fan as well.

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