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November 22, 2007

Novak 1/8th-scale BL Conversion Kit

Novak have released this 1/8th-scale Conversion Kit to allow nitro enthusiasts sample the brushless revolution by converting their 1/8th scale nitro buggy to electric powered. Kits are available for various models of Kyosho, Mugen and Ofna vehicles, and include all of the necessary components to convert it to brushless power. Nitro customers who have never run brushless will now experience longer run times, minimal maintenance, low-end torque and control and incredible top speed.

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November 20, 2007

Intellect 4600VR-1 cells

Intellect will soon release the follow up to the explosive power of their IB4200 cells with the introduction of the all new IB4600VR-1. These new batteries not only provide longer run time than their predecessor but they will have been tested to ensure that they are stable and safe, and upon passing, the VR-1 cells will go on sale. Expect to see them available from your favourite cell matching company in the near future.

Source: Seiki [e-seiki.co.jp]

November 17, 2007

Reedy Stockstar 27T & Challenger 19T motors

Reedy Stockstar 27T

Reedy have announced the release of the all new RM6 based Stockstar 27T Stock and Challenger 19T Spec motors which have been designed and conceived in house by their team of dedicated engineers. Dyno and on-track testing reveal all-around performers with a dynamic balance between RPM and torque that makes both motors the perfect choice for 1/10 scale on and off-road racers and well as the dedicated 1/12 scale racer.

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November 14, 2007

Trinity Li-Pro Battery Pack

Trinity has made available the same Li-Pro battery pack that powers its new NOW brushless truggy available for use in other electric vehicles like the Associated RC-18T. The Lithium Polymer technology of the Li-Pro battery pack makes for a longer running battery at a lighter weight than possible with Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries. The Li-Pro battery pack comes with a Tamiya style power connector and a separate charging plug for use with balance chargers.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]

November 12, 2007

K-Factory EP motor Cooling Head

K-Factory have announced the relase of this TC Motor Cooling Head which has been designed to fit the Team Magic E4 perfectly, as well as any other electric car with a transverse mounted motor. Machined from aluminium, and anodized black, it cools the motor effectively due to the fins being turned 90 degrees that enables a constant flow of aire through the heat sink.

Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]

November 3, 2007

Team Orion 4200 SHO & 1600 cells

Team Orion 4200 SHO

Team Orion are close to releasing 2 new revolutionary, self developed, competition level cells. Set to take the EP world by storm are these 4200MAh SHO, super high output, competition cells that have been specifically developed by Oscar Jansen and the company’s Chinese Engineering development team to be chemically stable, which elimates explosions and cell failure due to self discharge. These are the first cells to be actually made by Team Orion themselves and they promise to deliver great power and long run times, and as an added bonus they can be purchased as hand made packs in saddle or straight 5 or 6 cell configurations, as well as loose. Team Orion have also announced new 2/3 A type cells that use the same chemical structure as the 4200 cells and are great for powering your micro racer or configured as receiver packs that offer long run time and can easily cope with high current servos in both off road and on road cars. Both types of next generation cells will be available to buy in the next 2 weeks.

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November 2, 2007

Slingshot Batteries Line-up

Slingshot Batteries from the US have been in touch to tell us about their current product line-up. Although not new in the US market, Slingshot Batteries has decided to branch out into the overseas market and is offering their line of EP4200 race packs that are available in three different levels, Factory, Team and Super Spec. Just in time for the holidays Slingshot Batteries has also released a full line of stick packs and receiver packs that come in capacity ratings of 3300, 3600, 3800, 4000 and 4200MAh which are perfect for your RTR vehicle or whatever application you have in mind. And finally, Slingshot is proud to introduce its line of 1500MAh EP RX packs that have proven to be one of the longest running cells they have used thus far and is sure to put you through those extra long gas mains. These packs come in either a stick or hump pack configuration and as is the case with all their products, they are built to last and are made from genuine EP “Grade A” cells.

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November 1, 2007

Speed Passion Gran Turismo & Feigao ESCs

Speed Passion were in contact to tell us about their new line of brushless speed controllers, called the Gran Turismo and Feigao. The Gran Turismo has been designed for competition touring car racing and can handle 2.5R brushless motors, or 4 turn brushed motors, and has a maximum output current of 600A. It comes with a built in green power feature that gives you consistent power delivery and longer run times, and it also allows you to adjust the brushless motor timing using its 8 built-in modes. The Feigao on the other hand is designed for use with Pro Stock on road racing, or modified off road class racing, working best with 9.5, 10.5 11.5 and 13.5R BL motors. With a maximum current of 240A, the ESC can handle up to 5.5R motors with 6 cells or a 4.5R with 5 cells. This ESC features a special racing design program that allows the user to adjust the start, punch and braking.

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