October 27, 2009

Hobbico LifeSource LiFe 6.6V 10C RX packs

Hobbico LifeSource LiFe 6.6V 10C RX packs

Not only are the new Hobbico LifeSource LiFe 6.6V 10C RX battery packs environmentally friendly because they contain no nickel or cadmium, but they’re the safest lithium iron packs around. LifeSource battery packs retain all the advantages of lithium technology like excellent discharge curves, quick charging, higher voltage and lighter weight but without the danger. Available in 1100mAh, 1800mAh, 2100mAh and 3200mAh the packs include three discharge leads, two with universal Rx plugs and one with a Deans ultra female plug. LifeSource battery packs are extremely safe and have no propensity to catch fire.

Source: Hobbico [hobbico.com]


October 27, 2009

O.S. 21XZ-R On Road ABC Engine

O.S. 21XZ-R On-Road ABC Engine

New from O.S. Engines, the .21XZ-R On-Road ABC engine is designed to take drivers to victory at major 1/8 scale on-road championship races. The tungsten-weighted crankshaft creates optimum balance for consistent low and mid-speed torque while the cylinder liner features 7 scavenger ports and 3 exhaust ports for more efficient combustion. Other improvements over its predecessor include a newly designed 21M carburetor, a lighter piston and a more durable conrod.

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October 27, 2009

DuraTrax 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC truck

DuraTrax 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC truck

DuraTrax have introduce their 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC EP Short Course racing truck. The car comes supplied a powerful 380-size VR3 motor, ESC7550 electronic speed control with reverse and brake combined with a Tactic 2.4GHz radio system with adjustable steering rate, TSX-200 steering servo and receiver with internal antenna. A painted body available in four different colors, with clear windows, completes the professional look of this truck.

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October 26, 2009

Maxy’s New Blend Pro Racing Fuel

Maxy's New Blend Pro Racing Fuel

Maxy’s Pro Racing Fuel have announced the release of a totally brand new formula along with a newly redesigned bottle and a better looking presentation. The new Blend of fuel was tested over several months to further improve upon the already good fuel that was available. The result is a blend of the best components in the market using a mix of castor and synthetic oils to make a 10% oil content with the most pure Nitromethane and Methanol, making it excellent to use either in on or off road. The final result is a better burning fuel with easier to tune characteristics and what everyone wants, increased power and run time.

Source: Maxy’s Fuel [maxysfuel.com]


October 26, 2009

Shepherd High Performance Diff oils

Shepherd High Performance Diff oils

For the soon to be released Velox V10, Shepherd have already released their new range of diff oils. Made from premium raw materials, Shepherd high performance oil is manufactured according to their specifications by one of the leading silicone suppliers. Due to a special heat resistant formula the performance wont be influenced by temperature changes and additionally each batch is laboratory controlled to always ensure the same performance. For easy identification the industry standard cSt gives precise information about the viscosity. The uniquely colored labels make it even easier to find the correct bottle in the tool box. The oils are available in 60.000 cSt, 80.000 cSt, 100.000 cSt and 150.000 cSt.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]


October 26, 2009

Hot Bodies Truggy tire line up

Hot Bodies Truggy tire line up

Hot Bodies have introduced their complete line up of truggy tires in their popular Megabite, Khaos and Block patterns. HB Megabite tires are fantastic mini-pin tyres that are suitable for hard & dry off-road surfaces such as hard-packed clay, light dust conditions, and regular clay. The Khaos tires have been designed specifically to suit a range of off-road racing conditions, and are perfect for loose dirt, clay, blue groove and damp tracks. They also work great on hard surfaces with a scattering of dust on top. Finally the Block tires have been specially designed to work at their best in a variety of off-road racing conditions, including blue-groove dirt, dusty clay, grass and even astroturf. From dry to damp or even wet conditions, you’ll find that these tires will be able to get you to the finish line ahead of the rest. All patterns are available in pink, red and white compounds.

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October 26, 2009

Team Orion Experience 2 brushless system

Team Orion Experience 2 brushless system

Designed for ease of use and maximum power, Team Orion have released their new Experience 2 brushless system, which are available in the Carbon and the even more powerful Titanium edition. For best results, the ESC and motor is bought and installed as a combo, but both products are also available separately. The Experience 2 Carbon brushless system is made to have fun: no complicated setup procedures, no soldering but real plug&play – and this in combination with great look! Choose the 17, 18 or a 19 turn motor and together with the all new 70A Experience 2 ESC you have the perfect brushless combination in your hands. Although it looks like the first Experience ESC, the Experience 2 ESC has been redesigned from scratch. It handles 70A instead of 40A and is equiped motor-side with gold connectors and battery-side with the Tamiya style connector. The ESC is ready for 2S and 3S LiPo batteries and can be equipped with an additional cooling fan for even more power. The motor is a completely new design, too. It was developed to deliver best performance and reliability. It features multiple mounting holes and is held together by screws like racing motors. With the Titanium system you go one step further: the ESC is equipped with Deans plugs and a cooling fan and the motors are available with 14, 15 or 16 turns in a full metal case construction. Of course, also this system is LiPo ready (2S and 3S) and is all products can be sold separately or as combo.

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October 25, 2009

OFNA Hyper 10SC 4×4 Short course truck

OFNA Hyper 10SC 4x4 Short course truck

OFNA have announced the Hyper 10SC 4×4, a ‘kick in the pants’ 1/10 scale 4 wheel drive short course truck kit that is competitive right out of the box. This truck is right at home on the track running with 1/8 scale nitro and electric buggies and truggies and comes 90% pre assembled including chassis, wheels, tires and unpainted body. Well equipped, it sports front CVDs, ball bearings throughout, 3 oil filled differentials as well as steel bevel and main spur gears.

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