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September 16, 2020

TPro release line of LiPo batteries

TPro release their all new line of LiPo batteries comprising of competition and sport packs. The selected high performance battery cells consist of patented components of electrolytes, which have excellent performance at low temperatures and higher discharge rates compared to other conventional batteries with a similar density. The competition line comprises of a 7.4V 8000mAh stick, 7.4V 7500mAh stick, 7.4V 4600mAh shorty and a 14.8V 6750mAh stick pack with XT90 connector, while the Sportline features a 7.4v 5000mAh stick pack with t-plug and a 7.4v 4000mAh rounded stick pack with Tamiya plug.

View the other packs here

September 8, 2020

Ultimate 7500mAh Graphene 4S LiPo pack

Ultimate Racing release their new 4S 120C 7500mAh graphene HV LiPo battery stick pack. This 15.2v 4S battery is a standard size equivalent to two 2S stick batteries and weighs approximately 560g. It comes with an XT90 connection to avoid false contacts and a separate balancer cable for use during the charging process.

Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]

September 4, 2020

Fantom 6800mAh MaxV-Spec LiPo & 4-cell harness

Some new goodies from Fantom who have released their latest 6800mAh MaxV-Spec LiPo batteries. Featuring a proprietary Silicon Graphene technology, which stabilises the cells and increases their cycle life & efficiency, this performance pack is a 7.4V 2 cell 130C and uses 5mm bullet connectors, which are included. Additionally, they have announced a new sweet looking 4-cell 24 inch battery charging extension harness with XT Connector and balance taps.

View the charging harness here

September 3, 2020

Reds Racing 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC Gen2

Reds Racing have introduced the follow up to their 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC, the Z8 Pro Gen2. The new ESC is the result of over a year of testing and development together with Reds Racing team drivers. Improving both the power board and the control board with new components for higher reliability and durability as well as for better cooling. They have also changed the fan polarity to make it compatible with 1/10 ZX esc and with other fans on the market and have designed a new lightweight fan protector to improve fan blades reliability and increase cooling efficiency. Furthermore, they have developed a new 30mm Optional fan with ball bearings and a full aluminium case that has been specifically developed to guarantee up to 28000 RPM and to dissipate heat in hot conditions and to improve durability.

View more photos of the Z8 Pro & optional fan here here

September 3, 2020

Muchmore ROAR spec XR high torque rotors

Muchmore have expanded their range of rotors for their Fleta ZX V2 modified and stock racing motors with the addition of two new versions. These super ultra high torque type meet ROAR specs for for 1/12, Touring and 1/10 2wd & 4wd buggy. The two new versions are MR-FZR19XR 12.5×7.25×25.3mm and MR-FZR21XR 12.5×7.25×24.2mm.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 26, 2020

Muchmore 11.1V 4200mAh CTXWP2 tyre warmer battery

Muchmore have announced the release of a new 11.1V 4200mAh LiPo battery pack for the use with their CTXWP tyre warmer. Using the internal battery pack allows to power the tyre warmer’s main unit without the need for a power supply, enabling the mechanic to carry the whole unit into the starting grid of necessary. The battery will be connected using the main unit’s existing power and balancer connectors, ensuring proper functioning of the unit’s low-voltage alarm to protect the battery from becoming damaged.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 26, 2020

1up Racing LowPro bullet plug grips

1up Racing have introduced their new LowPro bullet plug grips, a neat and tidy way to stop blowing up speed controls by short-cutting them. The machined aluminum grips slide right on to 1up Racing’s 4mm and 5mm LowPro bullet plugs to clearly identify the positive and negative power wires. The precision CNC machined aluminium grips are finished with dark black anodising and easy-to-read laser etching. The silver outer ring provides excellent grip and cool looks. The grips are secured using a drop of CA glue and they are also available as a black and red set.

View more images here

August 13, 2020

Dash AI Max program box

Following on from the release of the Dash RC AI Max 1/8th scale brushless speed controller, comes the release of the AI Max program box. A pretty standard affair, its friendly interface makes programming quick and easy making it a must-have for all Dash AI MAX ESC users.

Source: Dash RC [dash-rc.com]