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February 22, 2008

Acoms Technisport 2.4 GHz Radio

Acoms Technisport 2.4GHz radio system

Carson in Germany are selling this modern and professional Acoms Technisport 2.4 GHz digital radio system. As with other 2.4GHz systems, the Hayabusa system automatically selects a free frequency out of the 40 available channels during the initialization procedure, eliminating the possibility of interfering with other racers. Interference from electric motors, servos and metal noise is also a thing of the past. The transmitter features an integrated short antenna that can be folded down for transport, while the comfortable steering wheel has a soft rubber-coating with adjustable reset force to guarantee optimal grip and sensitive steering. All adjustments, as well as battery status, can be read on the clearly arranged LCD-display. This set comes complete with servo, battery case, switch and what the manufacturer claims, is the smallest 2.4GHz receiver currently on the market.

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February 22, 2008

Team Associated RC18R mounted Foams

Team Associated have released a range of foam tires pre mounted on wheels suitable for the 1/18th scale RC18R. Available in 3 colours – black, white and gold, to compliment every paint scheme, these new tires are said to be the perfect choice for carpet and indoor asphalt racing.

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February 22, 2008

Picco P7-R Evo3 Buggy motor

Picco P7-R EVO 3 Buggy motor

Seen on the Picco stand in Nuremberg, the Italian engine manufacturer has released details about their new buggy motor, the P7.0R Evo3. Developed especially for off road racing, the porting of the hard chrome and brass liner has been designed to offer a very smooth power brand. This 5 port motor is equipped with Swiss quality ball bearings throughout, a 14mm Crankshaft and a CNC Machined piston.

Source: Picco [teampicco.com]

February 21, 2008

Daily News Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> Eric Dankel reports from South German Championship – Link [teamxray.com]
> Fernando Almeida joins the Hong Nor team – Link [neobuggy.net]
> Associated report from the 2008 Nitro Challenge – Link [aeforums.co.uk]
> Ultimate Racing moves to a new premises – Link [modelixracing.com]

February 21, 2008

DuraTrax Piranha 2000mAh 8.4V packs

Duratrax Piranha 2000mAh 8.4V packs

Duratrax have released these two 2000mAh 8.4V NiMH packs, which feature seven high-quality cells with standard connectors and are available in either stick or hump (above) configurations. Excellent value for money, these sport packs are aimed at cars, trucks and boats or any other applications that demands 7-cell packs.

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February 21, 2008

ETS Denmark – Marc Rheinard confirmed

ETS Denmark - Marc Rheinard confirmed

Tamiya Factory driver, and 2004 IFMAR World Champion, Marc Rheinard from Germany is just one the big name racers to have confirmed his entry for round 2 of the Euro Touring Series that takes place on the 14th – 16th of March in Vejle, Denmark. Running in the modified class he will be joined by other mod entrants that include 2008 DHI Cup winner Viktor Wilck, HB team driver Toni Rheinard as well as super quick locals Steen Graversen for Kyosho and Jonas Kaerup racing for HB. With more big names expected to enter, we will keep you informed when we find out more.

Do you want to race against some of the World’s top touring car racers, while being commentated on by the legendary Scotty Ernst, in a fun and friendly, yet professional racing atmosphere then be sure to get your entry in for round 2 of the ETS by going here.

Find out more about the ETS Series by going to the official site.

February 21, 2008

RB release C6BB & WS7 Turbo L2G

As seen at the toy fair a few weeks ago, RB Product in France have now officially released their new C6BB and WS7 Turbo L2G buggy motors. The C6BB has a wide rpm range, a fast and smooth acceleration giving complete satisfaction to the international racers who have used this engine said to be the best compromise found in off-road racing. The WS7T L2G has a new re-enforced crankcase, and has also been re-looked at the baseline for better stability and strength. Like the C6BB it has the L2G low profile head which increases cooling efficiency and comes with a new turbo combustion chamber. This new engine has a lot of exclusive features including the special RB Concept coating, new off road carburettor as well as a new backplate with improved gas flow and improved o-ring positioning.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

February 21, 2008

Chris Kerswell wins 1/12th British GP

Last weekend saw the 19 turn British 1/12th scale GP run in Hereford, where the organisers created a challenging layout that was very unforgiving and punished small errors very heavily. Qualifying saw the TQ spot go to Russ Williams but he suffered worse luck in the 3 leg finals, crashing out of the third leg while leading. In the first leg of the A-final the win went to Corally racer Chris Kerswell ahead of Matt White with Mark Stiles in 3rd. The 2nd final saw a battle between HB team mates Mick Farrell and Mark Stiles until pressure saw Mick make a mistake eventually ending in 3rd behind winner Stiles and Keith Robertson in 2nd. This meant the winner would be decided in leg 3 and following the demise of Russ Williams, Chris Kerswell could take the lead and eventually the win, giving him the overall win ahead of Mark Stiles in 2nd.

Source: Mirage [mirageracing.com]