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October 6, 2020

Maclan Racing DRK 160 Drag Race ESC

New from Maclan Racing, the DRK 160 Drag Race ESC is specifically designed for the extremely competitive and popular no-prep drag racing segment. The most exciting part of this ESC is its all-new 3-stage launch power control software. It is operated by a 32-Bit super fast CPU with an all new algorithm specifically designed for this class. The software was inspired by the full scale drag race cars with extremely complicated processing for the smoothest launch traction control, yet most powerful acceleration. Thanks to the powerful 32-Bit CPU the ESC is able to remap the throttle curve in 3 stages precisely, all you need to do for the win is to focus on the starting signal for the full throttle launch.

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October 6, 2020

Team Associated RC10SC6.2 Team Kit

Based on Team Associated’s newly released RC10T6.2 platform, the new RC10SC6.2 Team Kit is the company’s next evolution in the competitive short-course racing class. The RC10SC6.2 began life with the many great advantages already learned through the development of the RC10B6.2 and RC10T6.2. Incorporating updates racers asked for and including more tuning option parts in the box, it has new features such as an integrated fan mount, highly adjustable rear hub assembly, and the speed, durability, and lineage expected of a true champion.

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October 6, 2020

ONG RC8B3.2 rear chassis weights

Following on from the announcement of the ONG brand, a collaboration between Italian company RC Project and current 1/8th Offroad World Champion Davide Ongaro, the first items have now hit the market. The two new products to be released are brass weights for the Associated RC8B3.1/3.2. The black coated weight perfectly integrates into the car without touching any components and leave the necessary space to allow the chassis the flex freely. Available in 30gram and 15gram versions they are easily fixed to the chassis using the two M3 threaded holes.

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October 6, 2020

Team Associated RC10T6.2 Team Kit

Based on Team Associated’s RC10B6.2 platform, the new RC10T6.2 Team Kit represents the next step in the evolution of competitive truck racing. The next iteration of the successful RC10T truck platform brings updates to improve adjustability, durability and most importantly, performance. The engineers behind the doors of Team Associated’s Area 51 incorporated the updates racers asked for and included more tuning option parts in the box. New features include new gull wing front and rear arms and shock towers for improved high traction handling as well as B74.1 two-piece rear hubs with aluminium upper caps for fine geometry adjustments. A 1.3mm front anti-roll bar and hardware is included for added high-speed stability as well as both laydown and layback stealth transmissions for tuning weight bias. Other updates include a Factory Team 13g aluminium ESC tray, updated side rails for 30mm motor fan mount shared with B6.2 series buggies, +1 carbon fibre steering block arms and B74 66mm rear axles and 91mm CVA bones. Also included are 8.5mm aluminium rear clamping hexes with laser etching, an updated front body mount for more rigidity to protect the body from cracking and a standard weight 1.0mm Pro-Line Enforcer body.

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October 6, 2020

JConcepts B74.1 S2 bodyshell

JConcepts have adapted one of their most popular bodies to fit the new B74.1 from Team Associated. Dubbed the S2, the new shell rocks some familiar features but rolled together with a low-profile stance it is a performer straight out of the package and includes the S-type rear wing to help deliver results on any racing circuit. Slammed overall height allows the S2 to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for superior balance and steering. A channeled roof directs the flow through the centre of the body while also increasing the rigidity of cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JConcepts bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. Coming supplied with two of S-type rear wings, the S2 is available in regular and lightweight versions.

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October 6, 2020

Schumacher GP Italy 2020 – Report

The Schumacher GP Italy 2020 took place at the fantastic indoor facility of RC Landia in Scandiano this past weekend. The event was also incorporating the warm up race for the 2020 EFRA GT12 European Cup that will be held on November 20th/22nd and that will be the first ever EFRA sanctioned GT12 race. The race was held under a dedicated safety protocol and race procedure that made the event possible in these difficult times and was open to 4 classes, GT12, TC Modified, LMP Open Modified and FWD. In GT12, it was Guido Carbognani (Team La Gang) to take the win ahead of Nathanael Goodban (Team Schumacher) and Alessio Mota (Team Schumacher).

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October 6, 2020

Ruddog Products line of NiMH batteries

Ruddog Products now offers a new range of NiMH batteries. Coming with either Tamiya or T-style plugs in capacities of 3600mAh and 4600mAh for extra runtime, the easy-to-use six-cell stick packs are the perfect choice for your RTR vehicle, classic RC car or starter box. Single cells with a capacity of 4600mAh are also available for glow plug igniters or ready to be configured for vintage race kits.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

October 6, 2020

Carmine Raiola is 2020 Italian National Champion

The Club Automodellisitco 5 Colli in Gubbio played host to the single round Italian 1/8th Nitro Nationals this past weekend. With wet weather all weekend affecting running, it was former World Champion Dario Balestri that came out on top after qualifying taking the TQ spot ahead of Michele Romagnoli, Johnathan Gandin and Carmine Raiola. In the tricky wet 45 minute A-final, preserving tires wa key and Carmine Raiola managed it to perfection, going the full race without changing and managed to just edge out his Infinity team mate Dario Balestri by less than 3 tenths of a second at the end to claim the 2020 title. Shepherd driver Luca Romagnoli would round out the podium in 3rd.

Image: Carmine Raiola