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Yokomo USA sign Eric Epp

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 08:57 AM PST

Yokomo USA have announced the signing of Protoform’s own Eric Epp to their factory race team. Eric has been a staple in the touring car scene for many years and has shown great speed on the track. Everyone at Yokomo is looking forward to this great collaboration with Eric and the all-new BD10 mid-motor touring car.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

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Ruddog RP541 540 sensored brushless motor

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 05:53 AM PST

Ruddog Distribution from Germany have announced the release of their all-new RP541 540-size sensored high-performance brushless motor. Designed and engineered in Germany the motor utilises a completely new design with a lightweight aluminium can ensuring a low weight of only around 153g while the new slotless stack design ensures increased performance and efficiency due to the lack of performance-killing milling for the long motor can mounting screws. This was made possible by using a new can design with a 1-piece front section and a short rear can that uses vertical mounting screws. Also new for the RP541 is a machined collector ring that comes silver-plated for the modified variants while the stock motor specific ring is gold-plated for an even lower internal resistance. Other differences between the stock and modified motors include performance enhancing ceramic ball races for the stock motor while the modified motor is equipped with high-qualify steel ball bearings. Part of the package are also optimised magnets that are able to withstand higher temperatures for longer, ensuring less power fading during a run while increasing overall durability. The magnets are also optimised for the RP541’s new slotless stack design. The motors are rounded out by new low-resistance solder tabs and a flat 150mm sensor wire and they are available as 4.5T to 9.5T modified, 6.5T 1S 1/12th scale modified as well as 10.5T to 21.5T stock variants.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

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MST FXX 2.0S RWD drift car chassis

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 03:02 AM PST

MST have released first renderings of their forthcoming new FXX 2.0S intermediate-level RWD drift car chassis. Based on the FXX 2.0 KMW’s centralised chassis design the 2.0S utilises a redesigned RWD-specific front suspension for improved steering throw while the MB rear suspension system allows to adjust rear wheel steering characteristics. In addition to that a secondary reduction transmission ensures optimised throttle control compared to conventional drivetrain setups. Other features include a newly developed motor mount and an integrated steering system with alloy steering plate. Full details will become available in time of the kit release.

Source: MST [rc-mst.com]

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GForce Classic Pack 7.4V 2100mAh LiPo battery

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 02:19 AM PST

GForce from Japan have introduced their all-new Classic Pack 7.4V 2100mAh LiPo battery that mimics the appearance of a NiCD racing pack battery. The lightweight battery weighs in at only 105g and it is built using high-quality 40C cells, ensuring good power supply for mild brushless and brushed motors while the black and golden appearance suits many vintage RC cars as does the oval diameter that is ideal for all cars that require a so called racing pack specification. The battery comes pre-wired with a Tamiya-style power connector and an industry standard balancer port and it will become available by early February.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

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Pro-Line big bore scaler shock absorbers

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 01:32 AM PST

Coming from Pro-Line and made for many popular crawler vehicles are the new big bore scale shock absorbers. The large, nearly 11mm, bore allows the big bore shocks to function correctly as true performance shocks due to the larger oil volume in the shock body. The shocks feature CNC machined aluminium shock caps, collars, bodies,bottom caps, and hard chrome coated steel shock shafts all made to exacting tolerances. X-ring seals are used as the main shaft seal for smooth, low friction action and to prevent leaks. The shocks are meant to stand out from the crowd with chrome and black anodising and a large P-L logo engraved into the shock cap that will look good on any rig. Pro-Line also engineered an all-new dual-rate spring design made from a single spring that saves space and has incredible scale looks and performance. Optional softer and firmer dual-rate springs are available. The lower spring perch is captured, so drivers always know it will stay where it belongs during your adventures. From the top mounting hole to the bottom mounting hole, these Big Bore Scaler Shocks measure out to be 90mm at full extended length and collapse down to about 64mm – when the rubber bump stop is removed – and they include extra 5mm longer shock ends to increase the shock length. Just like Pro-Line’s Pro-Spec scaler shocks, the big bores come mostly pre-built – without oil – and are designed to fit many popular crawler vehicles.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

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Schumacher introduce new winter jacket

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 01:27 AM PST

Schumacher have introduced their new winter jacket that is warmer and more water resistant than their current soft shell jackets. Embroidered with high quality Schumacher logos to the front, rear and arm the ultra-lightweight, high performance, insulated H2XTREMEÆ outer shell with sealed seams, waterproof zippers, and articulated hood makes for maximum waterproof protection and warmth in all weather conditions. The jacket is available in adult S to XXL sizes.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

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Lit R/C 8ight-X C & D suspension block set

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 12:57 AM PST

Lit R/C Products have introduced their new C and D block set for the TLR 8ight-X platform. The suspension mount blocks are machined out of 7075-T6 aircraft grade aluminium and have been designed to use square pill inserts. This allows the end user to achieve multiple pill orientations not yet possible on the current TLR 8ight-X platforms. The square pills inserts are machined out of Delrin for direct fitment in the C and D blocks and in addition to allowing for multiple pill orientations is the capability to raise or lower the vehicle’s roll centre or to widen the hinge pins with the included square pill inserts.

Source: Lit R/C Products [litrcproducts.com]

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Xpress FT1 series 2mm aluminium main chassis

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 12:44 AM PST

Xpress have announced the soon release of their new 2.0mm aluminium main chassis plate for the Execute FT1 and FT1S FWD touring cars. Machined from high-quality alloy and coming with a black and red surface finish for wear and looks, the chassis will improve overall handling of the cars in medium-high to very high-traction track conditions. The main plate comes strategically machined for optimised flex characteristics and it is a direct fit.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

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Pro-Line Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” belted MT tyres

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 12:25 AM PST

Coming soon from Pro-Line is their new pre-mounted Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” all-terrain belted monster truck tyre. The Badlands tyres are known for having a sweet Motocross inspired tread and the all-new Badlands MX38 HP tires kick that up a notch with Bigger and Bolder knobby tread. The true all-terrain tyre will find traction on any surface but is best suited for loose and loamy dirt, mud or grass. The high-performance herringbone weave pattern belt inside of the tyres will prevent it from ballooning or expanding during use. This will give maximum control to put the power down even at high speeds. The tyre comes in Pro-Line’s renown M2 compound and it is 3.48” wide and 6.8” tall, making it ideal for the latest generation of monster trucks and it is pre-mounted on the next generation 3.8” wheel design from Pro-Line, the Raid 3.8” removable hex wheel.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

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T-Works D819 series precision ball bearing set

Posted: 22 Jan 2020 12:13 AM PST

Coming from T-Works and made for the HB Racing D819 and D819RS buggies is a precision ball bearing set. It includes 24 high-quality ball races that feature orange and black rubber seals on the outside for exceptional protection against dust, dirt and moisture while the inside is equipped with steel shields, ensuring low natural drag and thus increased performance compared to fully rubber-sealed bearings. The set includes all needed drivetrain ball races and it is available from now on.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

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