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February 24, 2022

Reedy Zappers DR 6600mAh SQ battery

Reedy’s new drag specific Zappers DR 6600mAh SQ-configuration batteries are now available. The SQ, or ‘square’ configuration was the brainchild of the Reedy engineering team as a superior alternative to saddle packs. While the design ran out of favour in the 1:10 off-road racing world, it shines in the drag racing world thanks to its low centre of gravity and wide footprint, which provide excellent stability without sacrificing performance. Zappers DR batteries use state-of-the-art LiPo chemistry with advancements in construction that result in improved power output and internal resistance without sacrificing durability. The pack features a 3.8V/cell nominal voltage, which means that the battery can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell. It is not a secret that more voltage equals more power, so there is no easier way to increase power and top speed than a higher charge voltage. But even when the typical 8.44V (4.22V/cell) charging limit is enforced, Zappers DR shine thanks to their inherently flat discharge curve, which results in higher voltage when multiple passes are required between charges.

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]

February 7, 2022

Yokomo Zero 3 brushless motor

Yokomo have updated their popular Zero line of motors with the introduction of the heavily updated Zero 3. With five different turns ranging from 8.5T to 21.5T, the lineup is suitable for any category. The motor case, which has undergone some major changes, is no longer a single piece with the new design improving heat dissipation and reducing weight to the same level as race motors. Motor timing can be adjusted up to 60 degrees to match the power feeling settings on the ESC side for a variety of output characteristics. Not only is it a sensor type motor with excellent response, but it also has a dual sensor specification that allows the sensor cable connector to be installed in two places, making it a smart addition to any machine.

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February 1, 2022

ProTek RC 2022 lithium battery lineup

ProTek RC have announced the launch of its 2022 lineup of high-quality lithium batteries, featuring 14 new battery packs. ProTek batteries support 1/8 scale, 1/10 scale, and 1/12 scale On- and Off-Road Racing, Oval Racing, Drag Racing and Rock Crawling. The 2022 ProTek RC battery line features increased capacity and enhanced life cycles while maintaining the power that ProTek lithium batteries are known to deliver. This year’s line has been rigorously tested by some of the fastest racers in the World and will be run exclusively by A Main Hobbies professional race team members Ryan Maifield, Spencer Rivkin, Ty Tessman, Adam Drake, Joe Bornhorst, CJ Jelin, Ryan Lutz, Tanner Denny and Kyle Turner. ‘ProTek batteries have advanced my racing to a new level. The current lineup has everything I need and more to compete at the highest level, so for ProTek to take another step forward is very exciting,’ states Maifield, the 2017 1/10 2wd and 4wd Off-Road IFMAR World Champion. Rivkin, the 2015 and 2019 2wd Off-Road IFMAR World Champion, added ‘I can’t be anymore happier with the ProTek RC race LiPos. They’ve always given me confidence in reliability and most importantly, plenty of power.’

Source: ProTek [amainhobbies.com]

January 28, 2022

R1 Wurks Volta line of motors

R1 Wurks have announced their all new Volta line of motors. The Volta motors lines up right next to their proven V21-S with 13.5, 17.5, 21.5 and 25.5 turn options. This motor produces a ton of punch, mid range and top end and its sleek can design is made for maximum cooling characteristics which helps with this motors efficiency during the longer runs. When testing these Volta Motors with team drivers, they were jumping triples that nobody else could consistently with minimal fade during the run. These motors come with the all new Volta long rotor for maximum torque/overall performance out of the box, no need for any upgrades.

Source: R1 Wurks [r1wurks.com]

January 11, 2022

Sunpadow Platin series 4000mAh LCG shorty pack

Sunpadow has launched their Platin series 4000mAh LCG Shorty-Pack LiPo battery. Improved from their well known Gold 3800mAh LCG shorty pack, it has a low centre of gravity, ultra-thin and light weight competition-class battery developed for the 1/10 electric off-road and indoor TC modified class. The size is still 93x47x18.5mm and the weight is about 160g while the capacity has been increased over 6 percent. The extra power gives essential advantage during the last minute in the high level racing of modified classes.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

January 10, 2022

PowerStar Sport 10.5T BK sensored brushless motor

From PowerStar comes this Sport 10.5T BK sensored brushless motor. A fairly standard package, the can has been machined from billet T6 aluminium. Internally, it uses high purity copper windings for maximum conductivity, high power solder tabs and has a replaceable rotor. It sports a dual sensor port, adjustable timing and is compatible with any sensored or sensorless speed controllers.

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January 4, 2022

Maclan Racing DRK 160+ TSR Edition ESC

Maclan Racing have introduced the DRK 160+ TSR Edition, the only speed control designed and built by drag racers for drag racers. Featuring a proprietary all-new 7-Stage launch power control software (Version T19.01), all new 70 degrees over boost turbo timing for more power and factory pre-soldered 10AWG wires. There is also an upgraded control board that offers a more durable control circuit and there is also a new high capacity DRK super capacitor and improved data logging with higher resolution and crop function.

Source: Maclan [maclan-racing.com]

December 21, 2021

Surpass Hobby 390 Rocket RC Supersonic BL motor

Surpass Hobby has launched a new 390 Rocket RC Supersonic sensored BL motor for 1/12 and 1/14 offroad, monster trucks & crawlers. Available in four different turns, 8.5T, 10.5T, 13.5T and 17.5T they feature a sealed, dustproof and waterproof design. The case is made from high-strength 7075 aluminium for efficient heat dissipation while internally they have used US made copper wire winding to create extremely low internal resistance. The 390 motor of rocket RC can be disassembled and reassembled to facilitate cleaning and maintenance and effectively prolong its service life.

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