January 16, 2011

Robitronic LiPo stick packs

Robitronic LiPo stick packs

Robitronic have released a range of high performance LiPo stick packs. Available in 3000mAh/20C, 3000mAh/25C, 4100mAh/25C and 3600mAh/50C, their protective hard case with rounded corners means it can easily fit into places that were designed for NiMh packs. Supplied with Tamiya connector and EH balancer.

View the other packs here


January 16, 2011

Xray News Round-up

Xray News Round-up

Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on. This weeks round up includes the following stories.

– Loran and Emily Whiting Join Team XRAY
– Carlos Duraes re-joins Team XRAY for 2011
– Paul Lemieux Re-joins Team XRAY
– NT1 Wins 2010 Xceed TRS Asia Open Championship
– XB808 Wins Israeli National League R4

Click here to view the round-up


January 15, 2011

Yannick Aigoin spotted testing new nVision engines

Yannick Aigoin spotted testing new nVision engines

Having signed for stealthy company nVision a few weeks ago and only this week joined at the new brand by Losi team mate Martin Bayer, the former European Champion has been spotted recently testing the new engines. Said to be available soon at least we can confirm that the company will enter the market with engines. More information as we get it.

Source: Aigoin Racing [aigoinracing.com]


January 15, 2011

Pro-Line SC10 front inboard hub kit

Pro-Line have released this SC10 front inboard hub kit. The kit replaces the stock SC10 front hubs and axles and converts it to a floating 12mm hex, so you can run Pro-Line’s ProTrac wheels in the front of your SC10. When combined with Pro-Line’s rear hex adapters for the SC10, you can now run the same Pro-Trac Hex wheel on the front and rear of your truck.

View an image of the hub kit installed here


January 15, 2011

Pro-Line T4.1 Bulldog shell & 1/10 Closed cell inserts

Pro-Line T4.1 Bulldog shell & 1/10 Closed cell inserts

Pro-Line have brought the successful BullDog to the 1/10th scale truck class with this  version for the Associated T4.1. The advanced cab forward design generates unmatched off-power steering, while the low profile rear deck feeds the wing with clean air flow. Also for the 1/10th truck class Pro-Line have introduced their closed cell insert for the rear as well as a front version for 1/10th 4wd buggies, which offers a firmer and longer lasting insert set-up. The closed cell inserts are also water safe and reusable so they can also save you money.

View more product images here


January 15, 2011

Dynamite LiPo cell voltage checker

Dynamite LiPo cell voltage checker

The Dynamite LiPo cell voltage checker provides enthusiasts with an easy method of checking the voltage of an entire LiPo pack or individual LiPo cell. The unit checks the voltage of packs up to 6S and connects to the battery using the battery balance lead. Measuring the voltage of LiPo battery packs can help identify performance problems with each pack and in turn help prevent problems associated with voltage decreases.

Source: Dynamite [dynamiterc.com]


January 15, 2011

Serpent 966 EVO 1/8th scale chassis

Serpent 966 EVO 1/8th scale chassis

Serpent have announced the EVO version of their 966 1/8th scale chassis. Featuring the Serpent Flex Control rear end, which allows the brackets holding the 2-speed shaft and the brackets holding the rear diff to be connected with either aluminium inserts, or rubber inserts or left in full flex mode. Also the 2-speed shaft bearings and rear anti-roll bar ball-bearings are now set in delrin bushings to insulate from vibrations. Finally the ventilated, lightweight mono-disk brake and 3mm rear anti-roll bar wire are now included as standard.

View more images of the car here