May 26, 2022
One have introduced their new carburettor for O.S. based 1/8th circuit or GT engines. Designed to increase torque as well as improving stability from the engine it has a new lightweight design, comes with 7mm and 8.5mm Venturi and all needle screw adjustments are done using a 2.5mm Allen key. The carburettor is a very vital component to an engine and while the current carburettor is doing a good job, One have not stopped with development and have come up with a new improved version. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
May 3, 2022
…are the European Championship edition GT engines in two different versions, Ultimate Red Dot 5 min and also the Ultimate Red Dot 7 min. These are two different types of engines, the Ultimate Red Dot 5 being spec’d for 5 minute runtime duration and maximum power, while the Ultimate Red Dot 7 spec’d for maximum fuel economy with competitive power. Both of these engines come with special edition back plate and a 7mm Aluminium Venturi as well as featuring a new lightweight cooling head. These engines during testing created 22% more power than their already successful predecessors. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
January 17, 2022
Capricorn have announced that their driver, 2016 World Champion Dominic Greiner will use One Engines. The former O.S. team driver said, ‘I’m super happy to be a part from the One team from now on. I could test the engines already last year and was surprised how well the engines and exhausts are working on the track. The engines showed great performances the last years and improving step by step and I´m glad to work with the team for the future.’ Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
November 16, 2021
Capricorn have announced the signing of multiple French National Champion Michael Derderian to their team for next season. The former Xray driver is a 1/10th Nitro specialist and had the following to see about his move to the Italian brand, ‘I want to thank Capricorn Team and Mr Patrizio Rossi for this great opportunity they have offered me, and I can’t wait to start this wonderful experience and I can’t wait to hit the track with my new Lab C04’. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
October 20, 2021
…conditions. On to the drivetrain and in classic Capricorn fashion it has been made as light as possible keeping reliability in mind. With the weight of the chassis in this class, the lighter drivetrain will aid in acceleration. A low centre of gravity has also been taken in to consideration with super low shock towers and sway bars, along with getting the height of the bulkheads as low as possible for increased corner speed. There is a range of adjustability through the car from axle height adjustment, differential height adjustment and a wide range of flex options. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
April 10, 2021
New from Capricorn RC for their ONE range of accessories are these tungsten engine screws. The screws are for the underside of the chassis where the engine mount is secured. In total they have a weight gain of 10grams over the standard steel screw. This adding weight to the lowest possible point of the car, making weight placement easier for the end user. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
April 2, 2021
New from Capricorn RC for their ONE accessories range is some new and improved exhaust gaskets. They can withstand higher temperatures therefore lasting a lot longer and not needing to worry about the gasket as often. They are available in red and white. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
April 1, 2021
From Capricorn RC for their ONE .21 engines is a bi-compound backplate. It is made of 2 materials, steel and aluminium, with the backplate featuring a new design to help with better internal fluid dynamics and increase coanda effect. In testing this has helped in improve torque and top speed for the engines and gaining around 10 seconds more run time. Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]…
