July 20, 2018

Capricorn F1-02 CF link & wide front kits

Two new optional parts are available from Capricorn for their LAB F1-02 formula kit. First up is a carbon fibre side link set that improves overall rigidity, precision and performance. The multi-parts set replaces the standard composite links and it is understood to be usable on Capricorn’s 1/12th and 1/10th pan cars also. Also new and made exclusively for the F1-02 is a wide front end kit that increased the car’s front track width which can be helpful in certain track conditions and when running narrow offset front wheels.

View the wide front end kit here

July 16, 2018

Capricorn C8SR side-by-side battery conversion

Capricorn have introduced a new side-by-side battery conversion for the C8SR 1/8th scale stock pan car. The kit allows to run two standard-size battery packs side-by-side, replacing the kit’s stand-up brick position while the speed controller will be moved to the upper area in front of the motor. The result is an optimised weight balance and better heat dissipation of the batteries which will greatly improve life span.

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June 25, 2018

Capricorn introduce new LAB C03 radio tray & tank

Coming from Capricorn and made for the LAB C03 kit are an updated carbon fibre radio plate and a new fuel tank. The radio plate features a new layout for the tank and servos which results in an optimised weight distribution and different flex characteristics. The optional parts are available separately and they aren’t a running change to the existing parts.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

June 20, 2018

Josh Cyrul joins Capricorn

Capricorn have officially announced the signing of veteran U.S. on-road racer, Josh Cyrul to their US team. The multi-time US National Champion will use the Capricorn’s electric touring and pan car kits while also making a possible return to nitro racing, using the Italian-brand’s popular 1/8th and 1/10th IC platforms. Josh says:

Since the first time I saw a Capricorn car, I knew the quality, dedication and most importantly the passion for racing. I was super impressed and honestly jealous of the drivers I had to race against who were using Capricorn. For myself wanting a quality electric platform to work with and develop, plus the potential to return to nitro racing where I’ve had some of my greatest accomplishments in RC, this is absolutely a dream come true! Massive, massive thanks to Dwight Smith, Paolo Morganti and especially Patrizio Rossi for this opportunity!

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

May 18, 2018

Capricorn extra hard ball cups

Italian company Capricorn has announced the release of new extra hard ball cups for their range of cars. Available in three sizes the cups are moulded from a new, extra hard composite material for greater precision, free movement and more consistency when running in high ambient temperatures.

View the other ball cups here

May 16, 2018

Capricorn LAB C8 SR 1/8 electric stock pan car

Coming soon from Capricorn is their all-new LAB C8 SR electric pan car kit for the new 1/8th stock classes. The car utilises a slim carbon fibre main chassis with a rigid rear end and a front swing axle with carbon fibre double wishbone suspension and easy-to-adjust camber settings using a pivot ball suspension while the caster setting is adjustable via the upper arm plate. Other features include a slim upper deck/battery mount that, by the look of things,  can be adapted for both standard and shorty battery packs and chassis flex is taken control of by an adjustable rod that spans from the single bellcrank servo saver towards the front battery brace. Other noticeable features include a carbon fibre fan mount, carbon fibre rear body mount braces as well as carbon fibre belt tensions brackets and what appears to be a quick change main gear hub that accepts standard 1/8th 2nd gear spur gears. The car will be usable with a single 4S pack, dual 2S standard or dual 2S shorty packs and it will become available by end of May.

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May 11, 2018

Capricorn C03 steel gear differential

Coming from Capricorn and made for the C03 1/10th nitro on-road car is a steel gear differential. With the new lightened internal metal gears the diff is more durable and provides a slightly different handling characteristic compared to the standard components.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

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