Montech has just presented their latest body shell, the new Quattro C intended for both GT10 and GT12. The GT body takes its shapes from the well-known Italian Alfa Romeo brand’s mid-engined C4. The Quattro C GT10 can be mounted on all TC chassis while the GT12 is available in two versions, Standard and Leggera. Molded in premium quality polycarbonate, the kit includes screws and decals for the headlights, grilles and masking to protect the windows.
Schumacher is gearing up for the new season with the addition of new apparel for 2023. The ‘Mono’ line includes a black hoodie and t-shirt with white Schumacher branding front and back as well as on the sleeve. The t-shirt is made with 100% certified organic cotton while the hoodie is made in an improved thicker 65% Cotton 35% Polyester material. Also added to the range is a fleece lined bobble hat. Ideal for the winter weather, it comes in grey with black embroidered branding to front and back.
Avid Racing has released an updated motor bearing lineup designed to improve performance and increase lifespan in RC motors. They use chrome steel rings that are polished to a mirror-like finish to reduce noise and vibration, and maintain a very tight ABEC7 tolerance to minimise play in the bearing. In the ceramic versions, they use silicone nitride ceramic balls (Si3N4) for a smooth, slippery surface. All the motor bearings also feature a nylon cage instead of metal, which prevents expansion under heat for improved performance. Additionally, Avis use high-speed oil for low-friction rotation and metal shields to reduce contact on the races and protect against debris.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
With 2023 just around the corner, making a clean start to the season begins with your pit set-up and Kyosho Europe has just released this Kyosho Motorsports pit mat just in time for the New Year. Measuring 600x1200mm, it is made from a high quality yoga mat type material that makes its easy to roll up for transportation between workshop and race track.
Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]
Having previously brought you the news of Smart Workshop’s first batch of Starter/Ignitor for its testers program, they have now released full details and images of how the production Smart Starter Premium will look. Designed with high integrated solutions, a high efficiency high frequency synchronous step down DC/DC regulator is capable of delivering up to 6A output current. It integrates main switch and synchronous switch with very low RDS (on) to minimise the conduction loss, internal soft-start Limits the inrush current.
Sweep Racing has created their newest on-road tyre DX compound developed for outdoor asphalt track use. The New DX compound provides super consistent performance from the first run to the end with faster lap time. Also improved is durability with longer lifespan in hot weather helping to supply high quality tyres for racing. DX compound developed with well known company Hankook tyres under license and the new DX compound will be applied to 1:10 TC , FWD and mini classes tires. Compounds will be available 24 28 32 36 40 shore.
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
Yokomo has released a new optional aluminium chassis for their BD11 Factory Edition 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The CNC aluminium chassis is made of high quality material with additional flex spotted mainly at the rear to provide more rear traction. Traditionally, aluminium chassis are used for high-grip surfaces such as carpet. This chassis has a traction balance closer to the rear, making it suitable for driving on asphalt surfaces as well. Aluminium material is also superior to graphite in terms of absorbing micro-vibrations during driving, to improve the feeling of ground contact when cornering.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
Bittydesign has unveiled its newest creation, the Eptron 1:10 190mm Touring Car body. The project was born from the desire to develop a completely different body shell from their previous models, the front, the sides, the trunk, the cockpit, the spoiler and the rear, everything has been redesigned from scratch to meet the needs of this ultra competitive category. The Eptron allows drivers to force the pace on medium/high grip surfaces while maintaining a constant pace for all 5 minutes; the speed that the model maintains when cornering is surprising. Over the course of several months of tests on the track, changes were made several times to the original project to be sure to offer a product that could excel in the 190mm category. Step by step Bittydesign say they have reached an optimal level of performance and balance. The body shell complies with all EFRA, IFMAR, ROAR, BRCA and FEMCA homologation specs, so it can be used in any National and International race.
