April 15, 2019

Yokomo Racing Performer 5500mAh LiHV battery

Coming from Yokomo is their latest addition to the Racing Performer line of batteries, the Ultra 5500mAh HV SLCG pack. The high voltage battery utilizes highest performance 140C silicon-graphene technology cells to provide higher power, more speed and acceleration. The super low centre of gravity pack measures 138x46x20mm and it weighs in at 235g. Compared to the conventional LCG battery, it provides an even lower CG and allows racers to add steel or brass weights under the battery for keeping the weight as low as possible, allowing the chassis to perform better, especially on high-grip surfaces. The pack will hit stores at the end of April.

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April 14, 2019

Awesomatix A800FX FWD car kit – Teaser image

Awesomatix have released a first official teaser image of their forthcoming all-new A800FX front-wheel drive touring car kit. Under development for some time now and after intense testing in various different conditions, the overall design has been finalised. In true Awesomatix fashion the car will feature easy weight bias adjustment, an ultra-low centre of gravity as well as a low-friction drivetrain. More details will be released in time for the release.

Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.com]


April 12, 2019

Xray GTXE 1/8th electric GT kit

Xray are busy adding more 2019 specification kits to their line-up with the electric-powered GTXE 1/8th on-road kit being the latest vehicle to receive the ’19 treatment. The car received some subtle changes to further up consistency and overall performance with the first area to receive updated being the front and rear gear differentials.

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April 12, 2019

SRC DSE 190mm touring car body shell

Italian company SRC have finally unveiled their all-new DSE 190mm touring car body shell. The EFRA #4068 homologated body features a special design for improved rear traction and stability. A flowing front end shape with hood reinforcements will provide enhanced steering response thanks to strengthening the front wheel arch section. To this adds an exclusive side panel design that adds to the overall rigidity of the body that will become available in Xlight and Super-Xlight variants as well as pre-cut for most of today’s touring cars. Supplied with the lid is a new-design 3-dams rear wing that will increase overall downforce in combination with the new-style front roof design.

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April 12, 2019

Hudy 5g & 10g pure Tungsten weights

Hudy have introduced their all-new pure tungsten balancing weights. Made from rare pure Tungsten material, known for its very high density and thus heavy weight, the 5g and 10g weights are a lot smaller than conventional brass or steel balance weights, allowing for easier placement and a cleaner layout. The super small weights also make for lower centre of gravity thanks to their low-profile design. The weights are available separately in 5g and 10g specification.

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April 12, 2019

R246 MR03W MML & MR03 RM alloy motor mounts

Kyosho have introduced two new RC Planning R246 aluminium motor mounts for the MR03W and MR03 RM Mini-Z cars. First up is the MML low motor mount for the MR03W MM-type 98mm wheelbase cars. The motor pod allows for axle ride height and fine gear mesh adjustments and it requires additional parts such as the MML roll damper/oil damper set, 2mm narrower rear wheels and the LM differential shaft. Includes in the set come the hybrid aluminum and carbon fibre rear power pod, rear axle inserts as well as an aluminium motor mount.

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April 11, 2019

Kyosho Fazer Mk2 aluminium shock set

Coming for Kyosho’s Fazer Mk2 intermediate-level touring car chassis is an aluminium shock absorber set. Replacing the standard plastic dampers the shock set includes machined threaded body shock absorbers for improved dampening and thus better traction and easier and more precise ride height adjustment. Included with the set comes a pair of colour-coded springs. The latter are also part of an optional spring set that includes standard hardness medium as well as soft and super soft springs, allowing to adapt the chassis to lower grip tracks. The springs in this set are also usable with the standard composite shocks.

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