January 8, 2020

Absima Revenge CTM V3 540-class brushless motor

Absima have introduced their new Revenge CTM V3 540-size electric brushless motor. It is of a new design for an overall lower weight of around 165g and improved heat dissipation, ensuring fading-free performance over the whole run. The CNC-machined lightweight can houses a high-torque stator, a balanced high-strength rotor and stainless steel ball bearings. Silver-plated heavy-duty solder tabs, adjustable timing and, for the stock motors, a set of aluminium motor screws for improved overall performance, round out the package. The motor is available in 3.5T, 4.0T, 4.5T, 5.0T, 5.5T, 6.5T, 7.5T, 8.5T and 9.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 21.5T stock variants.

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January 8, 2020

FTX DR8 1/8th desert racer RTR buggy

Coming from FTX RC is their new DR8 1/8th scale desert racer ready-to-run buggy. Big, brutal and fast the DR8 is sure to capture the attention of electric powered brushless fans looking for a fast performer with the added bonus of some scale realism. Featuring the a 6S compatible Hobbywing speed control and 4274 2000kv brushless motor, the true test will be finding enough space to unleash the DR8 to its full potential of up to 100kph. At these speeds a solid base is required and the DR8 features heavy-duty materials and a proven design. 3mm heavy-duty aluminium front and rear braced main chassis, 5mm thick front and rear aluminium shock towers and reinforced moulded suspension components come as standard to help soak up any high speed tumbles. The 4WD drivetrain features sealed oil filled metal-geared differentials coupled with spiral toothed output gear and pinion and is finished off with a hardened steel spur gear for a near bulletproof transmission. Fully adjustable pivot ball suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars and big bore adjustable oil filled shock absorbers all contribute to provide race like handling and adjustability for different terrains. The DR8 is topped off with a classic, desert buggy inspired moulded tubular roll cage frame with printed lexan panels and spare wheel. A detailed interior driver cockpit, painted fire extinguishers are all rounded off with super bright front and rear LED light bars.

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January 8, 2020

IGT8 adjustable aluminium caster blocks

IGT8 have introduced new adjustable caster blocks for their line of 1/8th vehicles. Made out of 7075 aluminium, the caster block system solves the eternal and expensive problem of having to swap the blocks in order to change the caster angle in the most popular RC suspension design. The adjustable C-hubs use delrin inserts to change the angle of the caster and they have been extensively tested in off-road and on-road applications, being capable of angles from 6 to 22 degrees.

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January 7, 2020

Exotek D819 2-colour aluminium optionals

Exotek have introduced their new line of 2-colour aluminium option parts for the HB Racing D819 and E819 buggies. First up is a ball-raced heavy-duty steering crank set machined from high-quality 7075 aluminium. Usable for the HB Racing D819, E819, D817, and E817 series of buggies and trucks the steering set includes bearings and crush sleeves to convert the vehicle’s steering to be bushing free for long wear and less slop. The aluminium parts come polished and anodised in black with custom orange chamfers. Also new is a heavy-duty 7075 machined alloy steering brace plate for the D819, E819, D817, and E817 series of buggies and trucks. The plate adds visual impact and it comes anodised black with orange edge details. Last but not least is a factory style heavy-duty 7075 alloy centre bulkhead set for the electric E819 and E817 series of buggies and trucks. The alloy construction maintains proper gear mesh for longer gear life and reduces the chance of stripped screws coming loose in a race. Like the other parts the bulkheads come black anodised and with orange edge details.

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January 7, 2020

Lit R/C NB48 2.0 carbon fibre shock towers

Coming from Lit R/C Products are their new carbon fibre shock towers for the Tekno RC NB48 2.0 buggy. The towers are machined out of matte 3k twill carbon in 5mm thickness and they match the stock shock position geometry, however the front tower offers additional camber link positions and they are of a thicker and stronger outer profile to be more durable. The towers also have small chamfered edges to help prevent delamination. While adding a bit of visual impact the towers also are ten to 12 grams lighter than the stock towers for an overall lower centre of gravity.

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January 7, 2020

STRC Enduro alloy shock towers & rear bumper mount

ST Racing Concepts have announced the release of new front and rear aluminium shock towers as well as a rear aluminium bumper mount for the Element RC Enduro trail trucks. Starting with the shock towers, the CNC-machined alloy parts help to improve the rigidity and strength of the popular rig. The front shock tower features a complete one-piece design that incorporates the Panhard mounting point, eliminating unwanted flex in this area to allow the suspension to articulate and function the way it was designed to do. As for the CNC machined aluminium rear bumper mount, the parts adds strength the rear end of the chassis rails and adds great looks to the truck. All products are available in a range of anodising colours to help creating an individual look.

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January 7, 2020

T-Works introduce new NB48 2.0 optionals

Coming from T-Works and made for the Tekno NB48 2.0 buggy are new aluminium optionals in the form of a +5mm shock standoff and a diff cross pin set. Starting with the standoffs, the shock mounts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they are of a +5mm design, meaning the shock are attached more laid back which can optimise the suspension action in certain conditions. To improve durability the parts come with a hard surface coating and also included is gold-colour mounting hardware. Also new is a 6-piece set of hard-coated 7075-T6 aluminium differential cross pins. Designed to be a direct replacement for the standard pins the alloy parts remove rotational masses from the drivetrain for quicker spool-up and acceleration. While being available as a full set, the pins are also available as pairs for single diff units.

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January 6, 2020

Speedzone Evolution shorty LiPo battery packs

Speedzone have announced the addition of two new shorty LiPo battery packs to their Evolution brand range, designed for and dedicated to competitive racing. New for 2020 are a 4000mAh 7.4V pack as well as a 6000mAh 3.7V battery both of which are made using high-quality 120C cells. The 2S pack measures 96x47x25mm and weighs in at 210g while the 1S pack measures 93x47x18.5mm while weighing in at 150g. Both utilise 5mm power connectors and they meet ROAR, EFRA, BRCA and IFMAR specifications.

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