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January 23, 2024

T-Works S35.4 Carbon Rear Hub Links & Steering Arms

T-Works has introduced a selection of machined carbon fibre Rear Hub Links & Steering Arms for the Sworkz S35.4 1:8 Buggy platforms. They have added two Rear Hub Links with the B option having a 1.5mm higher mounting point over the A option. In addition to the standard geometry steering arm, they have created four extra offerings of -1mm and -2mm or +1mm and +2mm giving you a range of set-up options to fine tune your buggy’s steering characteristics.

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January 23, 2024

SkyRC S100neo AC/DC Smart Balance Charger

SkyRC has released its latest AC/DC Smart Balance Charger, the S100neo. An evolution in charging, the S100neo is an advanced solution that builds upon the popular SkyRC e680. With an impressive AC 100W/DC 200W power capacity and the ability to charge at up to 12A, S100neo pushes the limit again. Infused with SkyRC’s latest ‘neo’ technology for enhanced efficiency and power, the S100neo is masterfully engineered to offer a highly focused and remarkably efficient charging experience, yet it remains power-packed. It provides up to 100W from an AC source and excels with a potent 200W output on a de facto standard XT60 DC plug for RC hobbyists. More than just a charger, S100neo doubles as an advanced Digital Power Supply, delivering precise and efficient charging with unmatched accuracy in both Constant Current (CC) and Constant Voltage (CV) modes. At the forefront of RC charging technology, SkyRC’s S100neo combines trusted performance with innovative features, catering to the demands of RC enthusiasts.

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January 22, 2024

Futaba T10PX Limited Edition

New from Japanese radio manufacturer Futaba is the bling looking T10PX Limited Edition. Based on their popular T10PX transmitter, the ‘Limited Edition’ model gets a grey, gold chrome and carbon look as well as coming with a number of accessories to further adjust the ergonomics of the radio in the hand. Like the T10PX, the Limited Edition, which is being released in limited numbers, operates on Futaba’s new 4th Generation Communication System F-4G and telemetry communication, which was not possible with T-FHSS SR communication, can now be used.

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January 22, 2024

Double BRCA 1:12 winning weekend for Payne

The 2024 BRCA 1:12 British National Championship kicked off over the weekend with Schumacher Racing’s Ollie Payne taking the Round 1 & 2 victories at the Eastbourne Electric Car Club hosted races in East Sussex. With almost 50 entries, Saturday’s opening round saw World Championship finalist Payne secure the TQ honours from Adam Mackman after he topped all four qualifiers. In the single 8-minute A-Main he converted that into maximum championship points with a 6-second win over 4th place qualifier Michael Bolt after he got by Mackman who completed the podium. Round 2 of the 6 round championship on Sunday saw a repeat performance from Payne as he again secured the TQ this time from team-mate Andy Murray. In the final Payne managed to go even quicker than Saturday as the only driver to run 36-laps with 4th place qualifier Louis Parker coming through for second ahead of 1:12 Spec World Championship runner-up Mark Stiles who completed the Top 3.

Image: BRCA 1/12th Scale Nationals [Facebook]

January 22, 2024

2024 Desert Classic – Announcement

World Championship hosts Hobby Action have announced that entries for the 2024 Desert Classic from February 28th to March 3rd are now open. The 8th edition of the annual Chandler, Arizona, event, the Desert Classic has established itself as an early season fixture on the international 1:10 Offroad calendar filling the void left after the iconic Cactus Classic came to an end after loosing its outdoor track. Continued to be sponsored by Stickit1 Racing, who ensured the superb presentation of the indoor venue for 1:10 Offroad Worlds last September, the race schedule will consist of 4 rounds of qualifying with the best three to count with triple finals for all 2WD and 4WD classes and 10-minute Mains for Truck classes.

Source: Hobby Action RC Raceway [Facebook]

January 22, 2024

Destiny DTY-12R 1:12 competition kit

The latest competition 1:12 kit from Destiny has been released with the unveiling of the DTY-12R. The Destiny brand which since 2016 was a co-operation with Japanese company Xenon Racing has recently come under the full control of Roche Products International which is already well known for its 1:12 World Championship winning Roche chassis and Radtec optional parts & accessories brand. As their first kit release since taking over the brand, the 2.0mm 7075 Aluminum main chassis DTY-12R features new graphite front lower arm and plastic pivot as well as new plastic upper arm and steering knuckle. It also gets new 7075 aluminium front lower bulkhead with a Short/long wheelbase adjustably of +/-2.0mm. Competing the R upgrades are a new 7075 aluminium caster block mount and new graphite front brace.

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January 22, 2024

Takashima D-13 Touring & Onroad body support

A new product line from Takashima D-13 is their Touring & Onroad Body Supports. They enhance the rigidity of the body’s side walls and provides multiple angle options. The support offers three choices: 80, 85, and 90 degrees, allowing racers to fine-tune their body setups. Additionally, this support is crafted from super-light materials, weighing approximately 2.3grams per unit.

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January 21, 2024

Orlowski opens ’24 Touring Car season with GP3F win

The new season of international Electric Touring Car action kicked off this weekend with Schumacher Racing’s Michal Orlowski taking the first honours of 2024 with the victory at the annual GP3F race in France. The 19th edition of the MRC Longwy promoted race that has become the big season opener in recent years, newly crowned 1:12 World Champion would secure the overall TQ from defending champion Bruno Coelho after topping 3 of the four qualifiers. A small roll in Q3 on Saturday night, meant the Polish driver would have to wait til Sunday morning to be official declared Top Qualifier, Coelho having taken Q3. Behind it would be Mugen Seiki’s Ronald Volker who lined up third ahead of Xray’s Alexander Hagberg and the Awesomatix of leading French challenger Lucas Urbain. In the Mains, A1 would see Orlowski set the fastest lap en route to a winning margin of 1-second over Coelho. Coelho would try again in A2 but his challenge was short lived as he had a roll over at the end of the straight on his third lap. In the end Hagberg finished P2 almost a second back as Orlowski claimed the overall win. Victory in A3 would see Coelho finish runner-up with 2020 GP3F winner Volker completing the podium for the second year running ahead of Hagberg. In Pro-Stock, it was Tim Benson who took the TQ and win ahead of Adam Izsay and Jan Ratheisky.

Image: MRC Longwy [Facebook]