October 11, 2019

ProTek 160TBL Black Label low-profile servo

Amain Hobbies have introduced the new ProTek 160TBL Black Label low-profile high torque brushless servo. Used by Ryan Maifield to win the 2019 ROAR 4WD Off-Road National Championships, the servo rapid fast transit times and exceptional torque, making it ideal for all demanding 1/10th scale racing applications. A high-quality brushless motor ensures lots of holding torque and the aluminium upper case provides bomb proof durability while the heat sink centre case offers efficient heat dissipation and helps to reduce weight. An aluminium, single arm clamping servo horn is included, as well as a full set of servo mounting washers for a rock solid and durable installation.

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October 10, 2019

Tamiya XB Tyrell P34 1976 Japan GP rolling chassis kit

Coming soon from Tamiya is the Expert Built series XB Tyrell P34 1976 Japan GP 6-wheeler formula car, a pre-built and pre-painted rolling chassis kit. The vehicle resembles one of the most iconic Formula 1 cars in history with the XB series allowing drivers to enter the track a lot faster compared to a traditional kit as the car comes factory-assembled and painted, ready for your own choice of steering servo, controller and battery to be added. Six grippy foam tyres ensure great traction in most track conditions with the pre-decorated body making the car standing out. The F103 based rolling chassis will become available by the end of November.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

October 10, 2019

CS Electronic Rocket V5.1 220A brushless ESC

CS Electronic from Germany have introduced their new Rocket V5.1 220A speed controller for 1/10th scale applications. Developed especially for competitive on-road and off-road racing, the V5.1 offers very smooth throttle control, reliability, performance and lots of safety features. New FETs allow for up to 220A of peak current while the new, smaller case improving heat dissipation while taking less space in crowded chassis environments. The new V5.4.1 firmware ensures best possible throttle and brake control and it offers both modified and blinky stock racing modes. Other features include 3rd-channel compatibility with certain Sanwa and Futaba transmitters and the controller is usable with both sensored and sensorless motors.

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October 10, 2019

R246 MR-03 RML aluminium motor mount

Coming from Kyosho’s R246 brand is the RML aluminium motor mount for the MR-03 Mini-Z chassis. The motor mount lays the motor flat for an overall lower centre of gravity and thus higher corner speed especially in higher grip conditions. The motor mount is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes blue anodised and with a machine carbon fibre upper brace. Also included is the needed mounting hardware.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

October 9, 2019

IGT8 Euro Truck RTR set

IGT8 have launched their first ready-to-run product in the form of an 1/8th scale GT on-road chassis with Euro Truck body shell. The car is a fully upgradable, less exotic version of the successful IGT8 GTe featuring a 2100kV brushless motor with a dual 2S battery setup rounded up with quality radio equipment. The shape of the body is the perfect to showcase the car in shopping centers, malls, etc. and in order to attract the attention of new hobbyist, which is the focus that IGT8 had for this project.

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October 9, 2019

Novarossi Mephisto.21 GT5 nitro on-road engine

Novarossi have introduced their all-new Mephisto.21 GT5 engine for 1/8th scale nitro GT classes. The 5-port extra long stroke nitro engine features an updated DLC-coated crankshaft for improved durability, a new head design for optimised cooling underneath the GT body shells and it offers a high torque thanks to its extra long stroke design. Other features include a R4/18 lightweight conrod, Tungsten crankshaft balancing, and a specially machined crankcase drainage for better exhaust gas flow. The engine is available as standard steel bearing or ceramic ball-raced version.

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October 9, 2019

Shepherd Velox V8 series upright inserts

Available now from Shepherd are new composite upright inserts for the Velox V8 and V8.2 1/8th on-road cars. The inserts are coming in eccentric and centred variants to have the additional possibility to use smaller ball bearings for significant weight-saving reasons. Compared to the previous aluminium inserts, these composite option parts are characterised by an optimised fit, a lower weight and a better durability. They are available as a set of four centric and four eccentric inserts or as a set including eight 12x18x4mm ball bearings.

View the insert and bearing set here

October 9, 2019

Mon-Tech Racing Italia GT12 body shell

Italian company Mon-Tech has introduced their new Italia body shell for the GT12 1/12th scale pan car class. Developed in cooperation with Schumacher team pilots, the body features a low front end design with a pronounced front splitter for exceptional steering while rear airflow channels guide the air towards the rear wing for optimised downforce and stability. This results in a very balanced car feeling and thus better car control and confidence. The body is available in standard and lightweight variants and including window masks and a decal sheet.

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