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August 13, 2010

RC4wd XR4 Radio system

RC4wd have introduced the first inexpensive 4 channel radio for the RC market. The XR4 Radio offers 2.4ghz technology, 15 model memory and a digital backlit display. This new radio has 4 channels with the third and fourth channels are both a three position switch which allows users to run two extra items on there radio. Crawlers and Scaler fans will love this. The only radio with 3rd and 4th channel 3 position switch, made for DIG switch, winch, light or other custom functions. Comes with the 4 channel receiver, all for under $90.

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August 13, 2010

Hitec X4 four-channel multi-charger

Hitec’s new X4 four-channel multi-charger has four port computer controlled capability and is priced to keep you in charge of your wallet as well as your batteries. This compact charger with battery management and integral balancer is simple to use and utterly reliable. It features four identical and independent 50-watt power outputs, for a total output power of 200 watts. Each output can handle up to 15 NiCd/NiMh cells, or a 6S Lithium pack simultaneously. Four individual balancing ports eliminate the need for a separate balancer when charging Lithium batteries. Equipped with a twin fan cooling system which has an internal sensor for controlling fan speed, the charger is both efficient and safe.
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August 12, 2010

Orcan BT5 .21 buggy engine

SMI Motorsport has launched a new .21 off-road engine under its well-known Orcan product line. The new BT5 engine has five ports and comes with a combustion chamber for turbo plugs. Optimized combustion and reduced fuel consumption, as well as an easy handling and a solid idle, are the best characteristics of the Orcan BT5 engine. Exclusively produced by Novarossi for Orcan/SMI, the motor, including carburetor and turbo plug, is already available and comes supplied with Orcan maintenance oil (30ml) in a handy Orcan multifunction bag.

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August 12, 2010

Hot Bodies TCX Oneway & Alu diff outdrives

New from Hot Bodies for their TCX touring car chassis are these two new performance enhancing optionals. First up is the front one way set, which is supplied with everything to convert your standard spool including oneway axle, pulley and outdrives. A great part to help fine tune your cars set up to different tracks and conditions. The other option part is this lightweight and durable aluminium differential outdrive set to improve the performance of the standard rear ball diff.

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August 12, 2010

Losi Mini Rock Crawler Pro

Losi’s new Mini Rock Crawler Pro is just the answer that many rock crawling fans have been looking for. From the World Championship winning Blue compound mini rock claw tyres to the Comp Crawler inspired upper shock bracket geometry, this 1.9inch class crawler has what it takes to own the rocks. Based upon the award winning Mini Rock Crawler, widely accredited as being the catalyst for the growing 1.9inch class, the Mini Rock Crawler Pro has been extensively tweaked and fettled by Losi’s experienced Rock Crawling designers whose brief was clearly to deliver the most complete Mini Crawler to once again, lift the bar of expectation a further notch or two.

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August 12, 2010

Byron Ignite Turbo glow plugs

Byron, more well known for their range of car and aviation fuels, have released their own range of turbo glow plugs, called Ignite. Available in three temperature ratings 5, 6 & 7, they are an ideal choice for .12 – .28 nitro engines.

Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]

August 12, 2010

X-Factory partners with Probst Motorsports

X-Factory have announced a new partnership with Probst Motorsports of New Lenox, Illinois. X-Factory will sell replicas of the #9 E3 Spark Plugs Lucas Oil Pro-2 short course truck. The Kit will contain an SCX-60 Conversion Kit with a professionally painted Pro-Line Silverado body that exactly matches the real E3 #9 and a huge die-cut decal sheet from BC1 Graphics, graphics supplier to the real #9 truck, to complete the perfect replica. To celebrate the new partnership, Probst Motorsports will bring the #9 E3 Lucas Oil truck to the ROAR National Championship race in Joliet, Ill. for at least three days of the race. Pro driver Kevin Probst, a 35-year veteran of the short course truck circuit with over 200 wins to his credit, will attend the ROAR race for a day in person to sign autographs and meet the R/C drivers.

Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

August 12, 2010

Robitronic Voltage Booster for 1S LiPo

Robitronic have released this Voltage Booster for use with 1S LiPo packs. Many receivers and servos need 5-6 volts for correct operation. In some classes such as 1/12th scale that use only one lithium cell, the voltage is not high enough and so can lead to failures or damage to equipment. That is were the voltage booster comes in useful, providing a stable 5.9 volts to the on-board electronics and removing the need to an extra RX pack.

Source: Robitronic [robitronic.com]