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March 1, 2019

Reedy Wolfpack Shorty LiPo battery packs

Coming from Reedy are their new Shorty-type hardcase LiPo battery packs with pre-soldered T-plug. The unique battery is perfectly suited for trail trucks, crawlers, and a variety of vehicle types that utilise a shorty battery configuration. Wires exit the case through a rubber gasket, which protects the wire’s insulation while helping to prevent moisture from entering the case. High quality cell manufacturing and construction techniques result in reliable operation and maximum cycle life. Reedy’s Wolfpack LiPo batteries come equipped with beefy silicone wires and a reliable, low-resistance T-plug connector. An integrated balance lead with XH connector is included. The battery is available in 2S 3000mAh (95.7×46.8×24.7mm/158g) and 3S 3000mAh (95.7×46.8×24.7mm/217g)specification.

View the 3S pack here

March 1, 2019

Arrowmax 1/10th quick camber gauge

New from Arrowmax and made for 1/10th vehicles is the black-golden quick camber gauge. Designed for quick and easy camber angle checks the 1-piece tool allows to measure wheel camber angles of 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5 degree by simply placing the gauge alongside the wheel. The tool is made from CNC-machined aluminium, it features Arrowmax’s signature honeycomb-design and a black and golden surface treatment. The tool comes laser-engraved for easy identification while milled-out sections make way for the wheel nuts.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

February 28, 2019

Xray Racing Series Slovenia Rd4 – Report

The fourth and final round of the 2018/19 Xray Racing Series Slovenia was held at the Genius Ring facility in Medeuzza recently. Drivers from six different countries – Austria, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Italy and Slovenia – signed in for the final round with Germany’s electric on-road ace, Jan Ratheisky being one of them. The event was held in 13.5T Touring and 21.5T Formula classes with all of them using control XRS motors and Hudy tyres to make for a level playing field. The weekend kicked off with practice on Saturday while Sunday was race day. In the 13.5T Touring class it was Jan Ratheisky who would set the pace, leaving behind his Xray teammates Matej Dobnikar and Fabio Ghilotti in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Continue reading the report here

February 28, 2019

Xray NT1’19 1/10th 200mm touring car – Coming soon

Xray have announced the soon release of the 2019 variant of their IFMAR World Championship winning NT1 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car. No official details are available yet but they are expected to surface within the coming days.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 28, 2019

Yokomo BD9 titanium outer hinge pins

Yokomo have announced the release of lightweight titanium outer hinge pins for the BD9 touring car. Made to replace the standard steel pins, the lightweight parts will reduce unsprung weight which can result in quicker steering response and faster lap times on high bite surfaces. On lower grip track however they can reduce traction compared to the standard steel parts, meaning they are best used on ETS or CRC black carpet or when running very grippy handout tyres. The pins come as separate 2-piece sets for the front and the rear of the car.

View the rear hinge pins here

February 28, 2019

SRC DSE 190mm touring car body shell – Coming soon

Another company to hit the market with a rather extreme 190mm touring car body shell is SRC Racing. Given the teaser images released on social media, the body will follow the latest trend of low-profile high-downforce shells with very pronounced cabins, long trunk lids and sculptured side sections. Full details about the body will become available in time for the release.

Source: SRC Racing [facebook.com]

February 28, 2019

Martin Hofer to run Racing Performer electronics

Yokomo have announced that German electric touring car ace, Martin Hofer will be using Racing Performer electronics and batteries for the 2019 season and beyond. Martin will use Yokomo’s RP series of speed controllers, motors and batteries starting at this week’s Thailand International Touring Car Championship and he has the following to say about the deal:

Going all in on Yokomo by using Racing Performer Electronics was always in the back of my head and now we finally made it happen. The teamwork in preparation for this weeks TITC has already been exceptional and I am looking forward to spread the word about the amazing Racing Performer product range.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

February 28, 2019

Mon-Tech Racing D-Duck 190mm TC body – Coming soon

Mon-Tech Racing have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming D-Duck 190mm touring car body shell. Mon-Tech is first company to respond to the latest trend of super low centre of gravity 190mm touring car body shells as they were introduced by Zoo Racing last year. The D-Duck is understood to meet GBS rules – as do the Zoo Racing bodies – while offering a more extreme design compared to Mon-Tech’s ultra popular Racer body shell. Full information will become available in time for the release.

Source: Mon-Tech Racing [mon-techracing.net]