Red RC » P On Road

February 3, 2017

Nosram P5-HV 2017 LiHV battery packs

UK Nosram distributors Schumacher have introduced three new P5-HV Lithium-Polymer high-voltage battery packs. Made utilising high-performance cells the 7.6V packs offer a low resistance, less heat build-up under load and thus maximised power until the end of the run. Although of high-voltage specifications the soon BRCA-legal packs offer more power than Nosram’s 2016 packs when charged to the currently legal 8.4V. Available are a 22.3mm tall LCG 6400mAh standard size pack, a 19.5mm high Ultra LCG 5500mAh standard size battery and also a 4200mAh shorty pack that is of “real shorty” dimensions. All use red translucent hardcases with 5mm tube-style connectors and they comply with EFRA, IFMAR, ROAR, JMRCA, BRCA and DMC rules.

View the Ultra LCG pack here

February 3, 2017

Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST NOS Deegan 38 RTR rally car

Traxxas’ popular 1/10th Rally car is soon available in a new bodyshell variant, coming as Ford Fiesta ST NOS Deegan 38. The 4WD chassis is based off of the Slash 4WD SC truck, it comes with a low centre of gravity tub chassis, oil-filled Ultra Shocks, and a brushless-ready full-time 4WD drivetrain. Race-proven, Revo-spec gear differentials make for great traction both on-road and off-road while the Titan 12T 550-size motor and waterproof XL-5 speed controller allow for exceptional speed right out of the box. The kit is completed by a TQ 2.4GHz radio system, grippy all-terrain tyres on black multi-spoke rims and a pre-decorated Ford Fiesta ST body.

View the features and more images here

February 3, 2017

Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 AWD Ford GT RTR kit

Traxxas have announced the soon release of their all-new 4-Tec 2.0 Ford GT ready-to-run touring car kit. Taking the proven 4-Tec name to the next level the shaft-driven 4WD chassis is of a modular design, making maintaining and tuning a breeze. The wide tub chassis allows for massive space for the sealed receiver box, waterproof motor, speed controller, steering servo and battery while rigid suspension parts with pre-set geometry make the best out of the semi-slick high-grip tyres. The sealed, hardened steel bevel limited slip differentials allow the use of high-performance option motors with the kit coming with a standard 550-size 12T brushed variant. Included in the ready-to-run package is also a TQi 2.4GHz radio system and a Traxxas 7-cell NiMH battery. The kit is rounded out by an officially licenced Ford GT bodyshell and it will hit stores in March.

View the features and more images here

February 2, 2017

Team Orion HMX 10 Modified brushless speed controller

Following a first teaser image Team Orion have now officially introduced the all-new HMX 10 Modified brushless speed controller. Designed from the ground up the all-new speedo makes use of the HMX technology that was developed by World Champions Team Orion and Nexus Systems, a company that provides high-performance electric motion and propulsion solutions for aerospace and industrial customers. The HMX technology describes the combination of the ESC hardware and an Android and iOS smartphone app that makes it possible to adjust the controller without bulky boxes or devices but only an optical cable (Android) or a Bluetooth dongle (iOS).

Continue reading here

February 2, 2017

2017 International Toy Fair – Team Corally

Former Dutch and now Belgian company Team Corally show off some of their new kits during this week’s International Toy Fair in Germany. On show in Nuremberg are the new SSX-8R and SSX-8S 1/8th 4WD electric on-road cars. The rigid suspension vehicles fit into the growing class of 1/8th Electric Stock and they feature a unique front link-type suspension with pivot ball steering knuckles, they are belt-driven and are usable even with cheaper electronics thanks to their low weight. It is understood that the SSX-8 will become available as 8R include a range of option parts and also as more economically-priced 8S. We bring you more information on these kits as soon as they surface.

Continue reading here

February 1, 2017

Arena alloy servo collars & low-friction O-rings

Arena have introduced a range of aluminium servo mount collars and low-friction shock O-rings for Xray vehicles. As for the servo mount collars, the parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they are used to prevent the servo from moving in its mounts as they interlock with the case’s lugs, effectively preventing the servo from moving during a hard hit. The mounting collars are available in orange, black and blue colour.

Continue reading here

February 1, 2017

2017 International Toy Fair – Tamiya

The 2017 edition of the International Toy Fair takes place this week in Nuremberg, Germany. Although more and more companies opt for a “no show”, with this year marking a new low point in terms of established manufacturers and distributors attending, there are still some industry icons present, such as Schumacher who feature an interesting CAT XLS re-release. A company that is living for the re-release of kits is definitely Tamiya who already announced some new, re-issued kits that are on show in Nuremberg. Wallet-busters such as the 2017 Bigwig and Top Force make an appearance as do the more entry-level green edition Grasshopper, the Grasshopper II or scale models such as the CC-01 Pajero or the TT-01 Type-E based Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo.II. Beside the re-releases Tamiya also show new kits such as the TT-02 Subaru WRX STI NBR Challenge kit, while racers hoped for a show up of the announced TRF419XWS but it is understood that the latter will make a first public appearance at the Shizuoka Hobby Show later this year.

View more re-releases and new kits here

February 1, 2017

HRC Racing 2400mAh 50C LiPo battery pack

Available now from HRC Racing is a 2400mAh 50C LiPo battery pack for 1/16th and 1/18th scale mini and micro cars. Made using high-quality cells for exceptional performance and durability the battery fits a range of cars including Traxxas’ Mini E-Revo and it is available pre-soldered with a variety of connectors including T-Type, EC3 and Traxxas TRX plugs.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]