January 5, 2018

Roche Rapide F1 Evo alloy chassis & shock extension

Roche have introduced new option parts for the Rapide F1 Evo formula car in the form of an aluminium chassis, a rear lower pod plate and a DVS-V2 centre shock extension. Starting with the chassis, the part is cut from 2.5mm aluminium and it sports massive machining to scrub weight and optimise the flex characteristics. The chassis and the matching rear lower pod plate both sport a red and black finish and support Roche’s floating side link system.

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January 5, 2018

Tamiya F104 ProII with 2017-type body shell

Coming soon from Tamiya is the F104 ProII 1/10th formula kit with 2017-type body shell. The car is based on the proven F104 chassis that comes fitted with a front end with adjustable camber as well as a rear 1.5mm fibreglass T-bar, a TRF shock absorber and various option parts. Also included are 2017-style wings and a matching body shell. The kit will hit stores in February.

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January 5, 2018

Dash SS601 Super Speed low profile servo

Coming from Dash’s A10 series is the new SS601 Super Speed low profile servo. Capable of speeds down to 0.056s the full metal case and high-voltage compatible servo is ideal for competition 1/10th scale classes and it features a Japanese-made potentiometer, 0.008ms dead band, dual ball bearings, as well as a chrome and titanium alloy geartrain. In addition, the heatsink design case makes for maximum cooling of the 2-pole brushless motor even in high stress situations.

Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]


January 4, 2018

Reedy Zappers SG competition LiHV battery packs

Team Associated have introduced their all-new Reedy Zappers SG LiHV battery packs. Their silicon graphene construction lowers internal resistance, increases voltage output, reduces operating temperatures, and improves cycle-life. Zappers SG batteries are available in low-profile (LP) stick and shorty versions as well as a 1S version designed for 1/12th scale and other classes that require the use of a 1S battery. A 7.6 nominal voltage means that with a suitable charger, the battery can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell. However, even when the typical 4.2V/cell charging limit is enforced, Zappers SG still offers a significant advantage thanks to a flatter discharge curve, which results in more voltage deeper into the race. A high-quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while embedded socket connectors keep power-robbing resistance to a minimum. A charge lead and male ESC connectors are included.

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January 4, 2018

Trinity team logo shrink wrap set

Coming from Trinity is an assorted 5-piece set of shrink wraps decorated with Trinity team logos. They are ideal for charge leads or vehicle cable management and measure 45×20.25mm. Included in the set are Trinity, LiPo Factory, Revtech, Monster and White Carbon branded shrink wrap tubes.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]


January 3, 2018

Atomic IS2 1/28th scale touring car body shell

Atomic have introduced their new IS2 lightweight polycarbonate body shell for 98mm wheelbase 1/28th scale touring cars. The body is moulded after its larger 1/10th scale siblings and comes including rear wing, window masks and a decal sheet. The lid fits the AMZ BZ 2017 micro touring car as well as many other 1/28th scale chassis.

Source: Atomic [rcatomic.com]


January 3, 2018

Mon-Tech La Leggera lightweight TC body shells

Mon-Tech Racing from Italy have introduced their new La Leggera lightweight body shell line. Available are the popular Racer, IS200 and Nazda2 bodies all of which are made using a new production technique that reduces the weight of the the shells by about 20g to 25g. The La Leggera bodies will hit stores by mid-January.

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


January 3, 2018

Fenix X1 O-ring battery mount

Fenix have introduced an O-ring secured battery mount for the Xray X1 series of formula cars. The set includes a carbon fibre rear chassis brace that allows to use the supplied O-ring to fasten the battery pack, doing away with the need to strap the battery using tape. The results are easier battery swaps and less chassis tweak. The mount is usable for all X1 series cars.

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