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Coming from Futaba is the CPS-1 Channel Power Switch for use with +3-channel transmitters. The compact unit allows to control lights on any model such as lightbars on crawlers, underfloor lighting on show cars and more. The switch is usable with every switch-actuated channel and measures only 16x22x7.6mm while weighing in at 5.9g.

Features:
Main application: Control of LEDs via a transmitter
Current drain: 10mA @ 6.0V
Output voltage: Depends on the receiver power supply
Output current: 200mA or less
Operating temperature range: -10 to +45°
Power requirement: NiCd, NiMH 4-5 cells equivalent battery
Dimensions: 16x22x7.6mm
Weight: 5.9g

Source: Futaba [futabarc.com]

Following the introduction of the FlowX TC Spec speed controller LRP now also released information on the FlowX Offroad. Built using the same all-new hardware, the Offroad spec controller comes with a longer receiver lead than the TC Spec for easier mounting in 4WD vehicles while also sporting the new v3.1 firmware with off-road specific features such as the BDX-O brake. New timing features ensure improved drivability in demanding track conditions and increased top speed when needed. The ESC comes including hardware to mount optional fan units, with a 200mm sensor wire and it supports LRP’s external programming device that is scheduled for a later date.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

The 2017 ACT State Titles were held in Canberra, Australia this past weekend. Team Associated/Novarossi factory driver, Kyle McBride would take the win in both the Nitro Buggy and Nitro Truggy mains to bring home another double title.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

Coming from Capricorn and made for the C-03 kit are eccentric differential bushings made from plastic. Of the same dimensions as their aluminium counterparts the plastic items not only save weight but they also reduce vibrations for a more consistent car performance.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

HRC Distribution have introduced a Team Magic anti-roll bar kit for the E5 series of monster trucks. Usable on the front or the rear of the truck the set will improve stability in corners on medium to high-bite surfaces and it includes all needed mounting hardware. The set is usable on the E5 and E5 HX and it is available now.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

The opening round of the HKRCSA EP Open Cup was held this past weekend at the Hong Kong based Tom Racing Circuit. In the Touring Modified class it was Hay who took the TQ and the win in the opening A-main only to suffer a DNF in leg 2, allowing Fai Ho to come out on top. In the decisive leg 3 Fai Ho suffered problems early in the run which allowed Hay to take the win only 0.3s in front of team mate Ray Poon to grab the overall victory from Fai Ho in second and Ray Poon in third.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

New RC track in Thailand recently held their second club race and in the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class it was Alex Kaewjunan who took the overall TQ after the qualifiers. At the start of the 45-minute A-main, Alex jumped into the lead and he never looked back to take the win one lap ahead of Mongkolphan L. with Meen V. completing the podium result in third, another lap down.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

The opening round of the French 1/8th E-buggy nationals was held at the indoor facility in Reims this past weekend. HB Racing’s Thomas Musso would come out successful after the A-main from Xray’s Jean-Pierrick Sartel in second and TLR’s Jerome Sartel in third. Vincent Meertens (TLR) and Stephane Deroch (Mugen) would round out the top 5 result.

Final results:
1. Thomas Musso – HB Racing
2. Jean Pierrick Sartel – Xray
3. Jerome Sartel – TLR
4. Vincent Meertens – TLR
5. Stéphane Deroch – Mugen
6. Romain Valter – Xray
7. Julien Surget – Mugen
8. Cyril Baldini – Team Associated
9. Felix Koegler – TLR
10.Morgan Puysilloux – Mugen

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Serpent have released optional anti-roll bar wires for the Spyder SDX4 buggy. Coming 0.2mm increments and in diameters of 1.0mm up to 1.8mm the anti-roll bars help to fine-tune the buggy’s chassis roll on a variety of surfaces. The black-coated and laser-etched wires are available separately for the front and the rear of the buggy.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

Modelix have introduced the new Procircuit H-Block 1/8th buggy tyre. An evolution of the popular Sweet Spot the tyre sports an H-shaped tread pattern for forward grip on a variety of surfaces including loose dirt while also showing exceptional self-cleaning capacities. The tyre comes pre-glued on yellow dish rims in white super soft, yellow soft and medium orange compounds and including new XL foam inserts for a more consistent bump track handling and an easy-to-drive feeling.

Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]