May 8, 2025

Capricorn LAB GT2 Differential Conversion Kit

Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn is offering a new complete Differential Conversion Kit for their LAB GT2 1:8 GT Nitro Competition car.  The new ratio changes from 45 to 46 for a quicker response and a more aggressive transmission.  The differentials have the internal system with steel cross shoes.

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May 8, 2025

Power HD signs Chinese 1:8 Offroad talent Sun Ran

Continuing with their support of home grown RC talent, Chinese servo manufacturer Power HD has announced the signing of Nitro Offroad rising talent Sun Ran.  The 21-year-old, who is a multiple race winner in Asia, has made great progress in recent years as a result of practicing more diligently on a variety of tracks.  The Kyosho driver will use high-performance brushless servo S35-V2 and GTS-6 to compete in various domestic races and on the announcement said, ‘Sun Ran said, ‘Massive thanks to Power HD for the support and trust, I am honoured to join Team Power HD!  Power HD servos deliver rock-solid consistency, whether I’m logging ultra-long practice runs or battling through a 45-minute final round.  They give me that extra layer of confidence on race.  See you all trackside!

Source: PowerHD [chd.hk]


May 8, 2025

WMH Racing ‘The Jerry’ | ‘Loadmaster II’ Motor Testers

New from WMH Racing comes these two new motor testers, the ‘The Jerry’ and ‘Loadmaster II’.  The Jerry is a new twist on the classic Load Master giving serious RC tuners a smarter, more adjustable way to test motors under load.  Instead of direct shaft coupling, The Jerry uses a sliding motor stand setup, letting you connect your test and slave motors with pinion gears.  The Loadmaster II is the next evolution of the best selling Loadmaster.  It is designed to create load on your test motor via a slave motor and resistors.  This load is similar to what it would experience on the track, which means you can gather data like you would on the track, from the comfort of your bench.

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May 8, 2025

Reedy Zappers SG6 7200mAh 135C 1:8 Long-Shorty

Reedy Power has announced the launch of the all new Zappers SG6 7200mAh 135C “long-shorty” pack intended for 1:8 electric buggy and truggy competition.  Used in pairs, this latest addition to the Zappers SG6 series delivers unmatched power, runtime, and durability, setting a new standard for 1:8 eBuggy and eTruggy performance.  The Reedy Zappers SG6 battery incorporates cutting-edge advancements in cell manufacturing and battery construction, offering lower internal resistance, increased power output, and enhanced durability.  With a nominal voltage of 3.8V per cell, allowing a safe charge up to 4.35V per cell, this high-voltage LiPo battery is engineered to meet the intense demands of 1:8 electric offroad racing with maximum power and extended runtime.

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]


May 7, 2025

Gruber Racing ‘Maximus’ 1:8 Onroad Clutch Spring

Gruber Racing, the specialist retailer of World Champion Toni Gruber, has released their own ‘Maximus’ clutch spring for 1:8 onroad racing.  Describing the spring as ‘extremely hard’, it is only suitable for 1:8 Nitro Onroad Competition engines.  Providing ‘maximum punch’ and ‘a unique feeling out of every corner’, Gruber Racing recommend after racing that you release the pressure of your clutch on the spring to prolong its life.

Source: Gruber Racing [gruber-racing.de]


May 7, 2025

Hobbywing adds Wahl to team line-up

Hobbywing has announced that 2023 TITC Open Brushless Champion Tim Wahl has joined its team line-up and will their ESC and motors to power his touring car campaign.  One of Europe’s top electric touring car drivers, the German driver is a multiple ETS podium finisher and is also a highly respected mechanic, having supported his Awesomatix teammate Simon Lauter in securing the IFMAR Spec Touring Car World Championship title in 2024.  On the announcement Hobbywing said, ‘His professional expertise, extensive knowledge, and outstanding character make him the ideal member Team Hobbywing seeks, and we take immense pride in his decision to join us. We look forward to achieving even greater milestones together with Tim in the future.’

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]


May 7, 2025

ONE GT5 RS 1:5 Clutch Set

ONE, the engine & accessory brand of Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn, has released this clutch set for the Capricorn GT5 RS 1:5 Touring Car.  The clutch is delivered pre-assembled and calibrated, with it recommend to use the hard coated clutch bell in order to obtain reduced consumption and constant friction throughout the entire time of use.  With a total weight of 66 grams, it is compatible with all model cars that use a clutch bell with an internal diameter of 54mm.  The clutch is designed to use three positions relating to spring hardness – Position 1: soft, Position 2: medium, and Position 3: hard.

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May 7, 2025

Morganti wins KO Propo Grand Prix

Diego Morganti took the big win at the 15th annual KO Propo Grand Prix which took place at Homestead RC Raceway in Miami over the weekend.  One of the majors on the US onroad nitro racing calendar, this year’s race attracted 111 entries and in 1:8 Onroad it was the Serpent of reigning US National Champion Bryce Butterfield who took the overall TQ on tie break.  With two of the 5 qualifying rounds to count, the Shepherd of Lazaro Alonza Jr also TQ’d two rounds but ended up P2 while topping Q2 Morganti’s Capricorn completed the Top 3.  In the final rain would see the race red flagged and on resuming action it was Morganti who chased leader Butterfield.  Unfortunately Butterfield would encounter transmission issues that ended his quest for another KO Propo Grand Prix win with Morganti able to cruise to victory ahead of Joachim Bruneau, who qualified 4th, and Alonza Jr.  In 1:10 Touring Car it was Infinity’s DJ Apolaro who took the TQ and win while in 1:8 GT Serpent’s Jose Almonte came from P8 to win the final from top qualifier Carlie Lopez.

Image: Diego Morganti [Facebook]