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September 22, 2016

Axial SMT10 Max-D Monster Jam 1/10th scale RTR truck

Axial SMT10 Max-D Monster Jam 1/10th scale RTR truck.

Based on Axial’s new SMT10 1/10th scale 4WD monster truck chassis comes the Max-D Monster Jam truck. Since 2003, the full-scale MAX-D has won 11 Monster Jam World Finals championships and brought crowds to their feet with daredevil manoeuvres and non-stop excitement. Amongst a lineup of Monster Jam trucks, the low slung futuristic SUV body with yellow, red and silver paint scheme combined with chrome spikes is an instant grabber. Coming back to its 1/10th scale sibling, the kit was developed for maximum strength and an extremely detailed appearance. The chassis offers many pivot points for suspension tuning while realism and strength are achieved through triangulation of the chassis tubes, making it ready for maximum attack and hardcore Monster Truck bashing. Part of the package are also the AR60 OCP-Axles that are constructed from high strength composite material which has a low flex rate but is not as brittle as standard glass filled nylon. The combination of these axles and a true 4-link suspension gives optimal performance for any terrain with the look of a real full-scale vehicle.

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September 22, 2016

Reedy Zappers LiHV & LiPo shorty battery packs

Reedy have announced the release of their new Zappers high-performance LiHV and LiPo battery packs. At 7.6V the LiHV pack offers a higher voltage than the standard 7.4V pack, meaning increased performance during bashing or when racing “outlaw” classes. The battery can be safely charged to 8.7V and even when the typical 8.4V charging limit is enforced, the battery still offers a significant advantage thanks to a flatter discharge curve, which results in more voltage deeper into the race. Available as 4800mAh 7.6V LiHV and also as 4400mAh 7.4V standard LiPo pack, both make use of 5mm bullet-type connectors with the standard voltage pack built to meet ROAR, EFRA, BRCA and IFMAR specifications.

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September 22, 2016

Dynamite Passport Duo 400W dual output charger

Dynamite Passport Duo 400W dual output AC/DC charger

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Dynamite Passport Duo 400W dual output AC/DC touch charger. The device builds on the previous non-touch version and adds an intuitive easy to use touch screen interface and HV charging capabilities. It is usable with up to 6S LiXX and 15 cell NiXX battery packs and offers up to 200W of charge power per output which allows for 10A charge current, meaning swift charging processes with dedicated batteries. Furthermore the charger features a range of safety features such as over temperature, over current and low input voltage protection.

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September 22, 2016

PSM quick change aluminium pivot ball shims

German brand PSM have introduced their new aluminium quick change pivot ball shims for 1/8th buggies such as the Mugen MBX7R and the Team Associated RC8B3. The set includes two 0.4mm, 0.7mm and 0.8mm shims each that are inserted between the upper suspension ball stud and the upper arm, allowing for fast and precise camber adjustments. The C-shaped shims are made from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come with a black semi-gloss finish.

Source: PSM [psm-rc.com]

September 22, 2016

Serpent Project 4X 1/10th 4WD touring car kit

Serpent’s long-awaited Project 4X 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit is finally ready for release. The revolutionary car that finished third overall in the hands of Serpent’s Viktor Wilck at this year’s IFMAR Electric On-road World Championships utilises many unique features that make for a very low centre of gravity while being easy to work on and reliable at the same time. The car makes use of a new suspension design that allows to adjust chassis roll and pitch independently for increased corner speeds and exceptional bump track handling. Sporting only one heave/pitch damper in the front and rear, the pull-rod actuated units are very small and thus light of weight while their mounting position just above the chassis makes for a low centre of gravity. The heave dampers affect mainly bump and on/off-throttle handling and they are easy to reach from the bottom of the chassis for convenient setup and maintenance tasks. The ride height settings are performed using a simple one-screw setup. The rocker and pull-rod system is ball-raced for highly precise damper action and a low wear.

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September 22, 2016

Xray X12’17 1/12th scale pan car kit

Xray X12'17 1/12th scale pan car kit

Just in time for the forthcoming indoor season Xray have introduced the 2017 variant of their successful X12 1/12th scale pan car kit. Building on the multi-time national and European Championship winning X12 platform, the 2017 variant features a sensible amount of refinements and new features with the car being based on a new 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis that is of a narrower design to reduce chassis scrub during hard cornering and to achieve a more centralised weight distribution. Despite its narrow width the chassis still allows for transversally or inline mounted battery packs, giving a range of weight distribution options for both lower and higher bite tracks.

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September 22, 2016

Trinity Equalizer Equation spec motor & LiPo combo

Based on the recently introduced Equalizer 17.5T spec brushless motor Trinity have announced the soon release of the Equalizer Equation motor and LiPo battery combo. The idea behind the set is to offer a reasonably priced power package that will allow clubs and organisers to run events and classes that attract both beginners and hard-core racers to race without having to spend a fortune on components. Aimed at 1/10th electric off-road racing the package will make for affordable racing on a level playing field as both the motor and battery feature tamper-proof stickers to prevent any manipulation. On-road and oval specific combos will follow soon.

Source: Trinity [trinityrc.com]

September 22, 2016

2016 Midwest Series Rd5 – Report

Team Nitro RC Racing hosted race 5 of the 2016 Midwest Series at their Lynwood, Illinois facility. Just east of Chicago, this was the fifth race in a six races series and the point battles for the championship awards were heating up. First held in the summer of 1970, this is the longest running RC series in the United States. The event kicked off with open practice Friday, as competitors worked on their set-ups for the revised layout. Overnight rains pushed the program start back on Saturday morning but the Team Nitro crew, with the help of some volunteer racers, got the track in top condition and ready for racing. The series is contested at three different facilities, each hosting two races during the season. Top drivers from around the mid-west and Canada traveled to compete in the event this weekend, which was the final event for the Lynwood facility this year. The featured classes for the series are 1/10 Sedan and 1/8 Open 4WD, with Masters classes for both scales as well. The cars are run together by scale but scored separately by class.

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