August 24, 2015

Hitec HS-1100WP large scale servo

Hitec HS-1100WP large scale servo

Coming from Hitec and targeting large scale applications is the new HS-1100WP ultra high-performance digital servo. The heavy-duty item measures 64 x 33 x 73mm and it features durable steel gears, robust EMI-shielded cases and an IP-67 rated code for maximum underwater protection. Other features include a non-programmable, industrial-standard circuitry, 5-pole brushed motor and 14.8V high-voltage compatibility for up to 110kg-cm of torque at a speed of up to 0.19s/60°.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]


August 24, 2015

Inside Line Racing ZX6 ultra strong front shock tower

Inside Line Racing ZX6 ultra strong front shock tower

Inside Line Racing has introduced a new ultra strong front shock tower for the Kyosho ZX6 4WD buggy. Manufactured from high quality 6mm carbon fibre the tower provides a low weight and superior strength and it is a direct replacement for the stock part.

Source: Inside Line Racing [insidelineracing.co.uk]


August 24, 2015

RC Concept EC8 1/8th scale brushless motor

RC Concept EC8 1/8th scale brushless motor

French company RC Concept introduce their new EC8 electric brushless motor for 1/8th scale classes. Featuring a 7075-T6 aluminium can, high-quality neodymium magnet and copper wire material, the motor will produce more torque while offering increased efficiency. The backplate sports dual sensor ports and the motor is available in a 1900kv, 2100kv and 2500kv variant all of which are usable with 3S to 4S input.

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August 24, 2015

Marcin Maliński wins at Polish 1/8th buggy race

Marcin Maliński wins at Polish 1/8th buggy race

A recent 1/8th Buggy race held in Nowa Gadaka near Lodz saw Serpent racer Marcin Maliński taking the win in the main final with his O.S. powered ride. Fellow racers Igor Goderski (Serpent/O.S.) and Borys Nitschke (Serpent/Novarossi) came in second and third respectively.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


August 24, 2015

Samix SCX-10 aluminium hub carriers

Samix SCX-10 aluminium hub carriers

Samix have new aluminium hub carriers for the Axial SCX-10 off-road truck available. They are machined from high-quality aluminium and are designed to replace the stock hubs for more durable parts. The laser-etched hub carriers are available in the four colours of green, black, gun metal and silver, they are direct replacements for the stock carriers and include suitable mounting hardware.

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August 24, 2015

Itävuori & Salmela win 40+ Electric Buggy Worlds

Itävuori & Salmela win 40+ Electric Buggy Worlds

This past weekend the first ever unofficial 40+ 1/10th Electric Off-road World Championships were held in Vaasa, Finland. Run at the same track that hosted the 2011 IFMAR World Championships the event attracted a good amount of drivers. Finnish racer Jari Itävuori made a clean sweep in the 4WD qualifiers to take the overall TQ by winning all four qualifying rounds. Sami Salmela started from second on the grid and Peter Ylikorpi came in third. The opening 4WD A-main then had Itävuori scoring the win with Salmela second and Ylikorpi third.

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August 22, 2015

Reedy Sonic 540-M3 competition brushless motors

Reedy Sonic 540-M3 competition brushless motors

Reedy have introduced the new Sonic 540-M3 540-size competition brushless motors. On the outside, the 540-M3 appears very similar to the Mach 2, but look closely nothing has been carried over from the previous model. A 3-piece CNC machined can reduces weight while improving airflow, component fit, and bearing alignment. Heavy-duty silver-plated solder tabs are not only thicker to reduce resistance, but are also cupped to aid soldering, and well supported to prevent internal connections from fatiguing over time. Inside the motors feature an all-new stator design, pure copper magnet wire, and low-resistance collector rings. Available short-stack 17.5 and 13.5 versions suit 1S-powered pan cars and under the right circumstances can create a power advantage in 2S-powered buggies, trucks, and touring cars while the modified variants offer a new stator design which improves mid-range feel. A balanced, high-strength sintered rotor provides powerful, fade-free performance thanks to improved manufacturing processes. To fine-tune for specific applications and tracks, a variety of optional rotors are available. Lastly, larger precision stainless steel ball bearings have been fitted to accommodate high RPM loads with improved reliability. Several versions, from 3.5T to 9.5T modified and 10.5T to 25.5T, are available and all meet ROAR, EFRA, and IFMAR specifications.

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August 21, 2015

DRaceRC MBX7 graphite design aluminium radio tray

DRaceRC MBX7 graphite design aluminium radio tray

New from DRaceRC and distributed by Planet Racing is an optional radio tray for the Mugen MBX7 and MBX7R. Designed to improve the layout and the accessibility of the components the radio tray is machined from 7075 aluminium, it comes hard coated in a carbon look and it also incorporates a transponder mount. The receiver battery box is designed to house hump-style battery packs while the radio plate mounts the servos on the inside of the chassis. The throttle servo has also been moved 1mm backwards and the steering servo now sits 2mm forward.

Source: Planet Racing [planetracing.it]


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