October 26, 2008

Team Wave RB-50 BL ESC released

Team Wave have just released the previously announced RB-50, the latest version of their racing brushless speed controller series. The RB-50 is the top-of-the line, competition grade model and provides a wide range of tuning options for professional users including adjustable drag brake, turbo drive, time shift, throttle curve, brake curve, LiPo cut, temperature cut and brushless reverse. Easy to use and with a small footprint, it is also brushed motor compatible.

Source: Team Wave [teamwaveonline.com]

October 25, 2008

Exclusive: Juraj Hudy talks T2’009

Following the rumors last weekend that Team XRAY was seen testing their T2’009 chassis at the World’s track in Bangkok, we contacted the Slovakian manufacturer for comment. They agreed to a full interview and so we posed a few questions to chief designer Juraj Hudy who confirms that the team are in fact running the T2’009 and talks openly about the new car

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October 25, 2008

Duratrax Vendetta TC 1/18th scale RTR

Duratrax have released this 1/18th scale electric powered 4WD RTR touring car, the Vendetta. With performance upgrades usually found only on larger models, the Vendetta TC leads the way in the mini-sized touring car class. This on-road terror continues the legacy of the Vendetta buggy and ST, so you know it’s ready to run and equipped to win. The ball-type front suspension allows for fine-tuning camber and toe-in to meet track conditions, while suspension travel limiters at all four corners set the ride height by limiting down travel. Available early November.

Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]

October 25, 2008

H.A.R.D Magellan Series Car Hauler

H.A.R.D have once more come out with a great looking product with the release of this Magellan Series 1/10th Car Hauler Bag. They developed this product for a wide range of consumers who wish to have the convenience of a flexible multi-function car hauler without compromising style, quality and functionality. The H8921 has adjustable straps to allow for three different carrying positions to suit the individual’s needs or preferences and is modular in form which helps when stacking your kit in limited spaces such as pit areas. Comes supplied with 2 cardboard internal cases.

Source: H.A.R.D [hard-racing.com]

October 24, 2008

O’Donnell Z01-T Racing Truggy

Introducing the Z01-T Racing Truggy, designed by Steve O’Donnell who left no stone unturned in his effort to produce the highest quality truggy ever released in the 1/8 off-road market. Much attention was given to material selection as well as machining and finishing processes in the development of what claims to be the most dependable, durable and consistent platform ever created in the category. The Z01-T is geared toward high-end racers and is a full-competition race truggy designed to compete on National and International levels. It is completely tunable to any driving style and all track conditions and available late November.

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October 24, 2008

Team Shepherd Benelux founded

Team Shepherd have announced that their product line is now available in the Benelux region with Team Shepherd Benelux taking care of the distribution and team support in the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. 15-year old Joey Sorber, the son of the owner Pieter Sorber, is looking forward to racing with the Velox in the upcoming season. After placing in the Top 10 of the Dutch Championship this season he is eager to improve his results next year. For further information please contact Team Shepherd Benelux directly here.

October 24, 2008

DE Racing MP9 & MBX-6 Skid plates

We’ve covered a number of skid plates from DE Racing and today they have released versions for the Kyosho Inferno MP9 and Mugen MBX-6 (above) buggies. Made of ultra thin resin, eliminating the need for longer screws, the plates provide protection for your expensive 1/8th scale buggy or truggy chassis. The plate, which are supplied in a bag of three, wears just like aluminum but is much cheaper to replace than a complete chassis.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

October 24, 2008

Hitec Ultra Torque HS-7950TG servo

Hitec have released their “Ultra Torque” HS-7950TG, which features their second generation “G2” programmable digital circuit, exclusive titanium gear set, heatsink case, and ultra power coreless motor. This new circuit has twice the resolution of their original circuit while adding programmable overload protection. The HS-7950TG has been designed for the most demanding hobby applications including the largest aircraft and monster trucks. Featuring a titanic 403oz./in. of torque at 6.0 volts, all this power is harnessed by incorporating the industries first titanium gears for incredible wear resistance and two strong hardened steel gear pins and axial brass bushing in the servo case.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

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