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February 19, 2009

LRP S8BXe Action Video

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Shown for the first time at the Toy Fair in Germany earlier this month, this video was on show at the LRP booth and shows both the company’s new 1/8th scale brushless system and the S8BXe. Shot on a cold day in Germany, the video shows the capabilities of the new Vector 8 X12 motor and the super small, by 1/8th BL standards, SPX 8 Speed controller. The product is still in testing and what was shown at the fair, and is in use in the video, are not the final versions. Expect a mid August release for the S8BXe, which may or may not be the same release date for the electronics too, as well as a truggy version following soon after.

The video can also be downloaded from the LRP site here.

February 19, 2009

Schumacher XVS cells & Mi3 options

Schumacher have released a number of new competition items, starting with their new XVS Team Select cells. Using Ener-G 4600mAh cells as the base, these matched packs are said combine high performance with robust construction, and are available in sets of 4, 5 & 6. For the Mi3 platform is a new rear shock bracket, which has wider mounted body posts to provide a better mounting platform for the body, making the whole car more stable. Also new for the Mi3, and also for the Mi2 platform, are new 4 degree C-hubs that have been molded from a more flexible polymer to give more steering and better impact absorption. Finally for the Mi3 is a new 66T 48P spur gear for an additional gear ratio tuning option.

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February 19, 2009

Much More Cell Master Legend

Yesterday we showed you the new Much More Cell Master Legend and power supply, today we have received the first studio picture of the device which while still not finalized regarding the specs, its essentially complete regarding the looks. One major feature we failed to mention yesterday, and something that we were told in Thailand at the World Championships last November, is that this new electronics range from Much More uses a docking system. As you saw in yesterday’s photos, there were 2 chargers atop each power supply, this is due to the fact that the chargers themselves are plugged into the power supply directly, like you would an iPod into a cradle charger. This eliminates the need for extra wires around the back, and frees up outputs which would normally be used for powering the charger, to be used for other devices.

Updated with picture of Power Master legend, showing the connection points for the docking.

February 19, 2009

GRP 2009 product updates

Following on from our coverage of GRP at the toy fair, the Italian company has released complete details of the new updates in their product line for 2009. They now offer a bigger buggy wheel, now 83mm in diameter compare to 79mm, which improves the stiffness, while the weight has actually been reduced from 40 grams to 31 grams, a saving of 21%. A well as a new super soft compound in all their tires, GRP have also released an updated Cubic pattern to improve traction and lateral grip thanks to a new tire structure and new design and positioning of the pins. As we mentioned in our fair coverage, there is the new worked black insert which is more resistant to crushing, abrasion and heat than the orange molded version. Finally the company’s tuned engine line has received some small updates, including new internal crankcase workings, a new industrial natural diamond treatment on the crankshaft, better lubricated conrods, updated carburetor and a new rear cover. They also offer a Scuderia version of each engine which has been run in at the factory using a very specific fuel.

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February 19, 2009

Kyosho MP9 TCD Gear set

Kyosho have announced the release of an optional TCD (Traction Control Differential) gear set for the Inferno MP9. The TCD gear set is designed to provide more balanced power delivery under acceleration by reducing differential action. Each of the TCD components are designed to create more friction when power is applied, which effectively increases power delivery to the wheels that have the most traction, unlike a standard differential where power is directed towards those that have less traction. An added benefit of the TCD gear set is that, when off power, it allows more differential action than a standard diff, which maximizes traction and steering response in corner entry. The TCD gear set is recommended for high-traction conditions and for tracks that have medium to high-speed, large radius corners. The TCD gear set can be used in the front differential for increased on-power steering; in the center differential for better rotation and acceleration out of tight corners, or in both positions. The gear set is not recommended for use in low-traction conditions.

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February 18, 2009

X-Factory X-6 Squared now available

X-Factory were in contact to tell us that they have now shipped the new X-6 Squared Kits to their distributors. The first Kits were shipped last Friday, and more went out on Saturday and at the beginning of this week, so they should all start arriving at distributors soon. They will now turn their attentions to sending the kits directly to dealers. X Factory president Chazz had the following to say:

The X-6 Squared is the biggest product launch we’ve ever had at X Factory. We have almost as many Kits pre-sold to the distributor and dealer Family as we sold in the entire year 2007. The Squared will go up on our web site for retail sales late this week. Everybody will be able to get their Squared most quickly through their local hobby store.

Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

February 18, 2009

Much More Cell Master & Power Supply Legend

Shown for the first time at this weeks TITC race in Thailand are the latest charger and power supply offering from Much More. The new Cell Master Legend charger has the same advantages of the current Cell Master and Silent charger, meaning it will be able to charge super linear, just like what Cell master does, and be able to handle Ni-Mh and NiCd, just like the Silent charger does, as well as LiPo, LiFe and LiMn. The new Legend sports two ports up front, one for the built-in balancing port for LiPo, while the 2nd is used for the temperature probe (included) or as an I/O port for the separately available 40A discharger and Cell equalizing charging tray. Interacting with the chargers menu is now different also, with 2 keys (forward and backward) and a wheel, similar to that on your mouse, for changing the value up or down. The new Legend Power supply, pictured below the chargers, is essentially two 20A power supplies in one box and can be monitored by the built in LCD display. The box itself features 4 outputs on the back, 1 output on the front as well as 1 USB port on the right side.

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February 18, 2009

Airtronics High Power Output 2.4GHz surface radios

Airtronics has announced the release of their latest step in performance and compatibility with the new FHSS-2 2.4GHz surface radio technology, developed exclusively by and for Sanwa/Airtronics to provide superior performance, convenience, compatibility, as well as lower consumer prices. FHSS-2 Technology is ﬁrst released exclusively in the latest incarnation of their industry leading M11 and MX-3 chassis. FHSS-2 versions of the M11 and MX-3 are now in stock and ready for use. Sanwa in-house engineers have spent months testing and developing this new technology and the company’s own factory team have tested all the new equipment in the harshest and widest array of environments possible to ensure that all are 100% reliable. M11 and MX-3 keep their current features and conﬁguration and are now married to this high output, full range, high performance FHSS-2 2.4GHz technology.

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