New from Yeah Racing is their line of ultra lightweight 540 type electric motor heatsinks with cooling fans. The first is their high air flow twin fan heat sink with twin Tornado high speed fans. A second 2 fan setup is their super light twin fan heat sink with dual cooling fans. Two other similar heatsinks have been configured with single cooling fans with Type A placing the fan directly over the body of the motor, while Type B has the fan offset to cool the end of the motor. All are available in anodised black or blue.

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Speed Passion have introduced their new Ultra Sportsman Version 3.0 sensored technology stock brushless motors with Locked End Bell (LEB) and zero timing design. Available from 10.5R to 25.5R versions, there will be special mod version 7.5R and 8.5R for off road racing applications. The Locked End Bell design (LEB) prevents any alteration or adjustment/modification from an outside source and special marking on the end bell and the rotor gives a perfectly clear identification if it is legal to use without any timely inspection. The motor is impossible to be altered and it is perfect for any type of Spec Racing especially when the motor is used as a hand out. The entire V3 Ultra Sportsman series motors include Speed Passion’s new and improved one piece design and all new V3 Zero and fixed timing sensored base technology which provides smooth power delivery. Plus, their own bullet plugs connector feature that was previously only to be found on their professional V3 Competition series motors is now standard on the V3 Ultra Sportsman series motors. The ultra low cost of these motors means they are affordable for both racer and race organizer.

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Futaba have shown a teaser image of their new 3PRKA pistol grip transmitter. It is essentially a remodeled version of their best selling Megatech Junior 3 channel entry level transmitter fitted with their FHSS 2.4Ghz technology. Expect a March release, when we hope to get more information.

Source: Futaba [rc.futaba.co.jp]

Great features at an economical price make the Reedy 526-S AC/DC 2S–6S LiPo/LiFe Balance Charger for all LiPo and LiFe battery charging requirements. Simple to use in a compact package, all functions are controlled with a single button. The charging process is as simple as connecting your battery and pressing the start button. Because the 526-S is capable of charging 2S–6S LiPo or LiFe batteries, it’s a one-stop charging solution for nitro racers who need to charge receiver, transmitter, and starter box batteries. It is also the perfect charging option for electric enthusiasts who want the flexibility to charge a variety of different battery types and configurations for a variety of vehicle types and scales.

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Corally have released their new 21.5T Pro Series stock brushless motor. By using the very latest in sensored brushless technology these motors provide ultra efficient performance and unbelievable power. This has been reached through a special match of a precision manufactured rotor and all new purpose built stator design. Because of the extremely high RPM combined with superb torque and power control it is ideal for use in a wide variety of RC cars. Along with the DMC legal Team Corally Pro Series Stock Brushless Motors 10.5T, 13.5T, 17.5T the brand new 21.5T will be added to the range.

Source: Corally [corally.com]

Japanese company Tresrey, who are best known outside of their own country for their Durango after market parts, have released their own ESC. Based on the Speed Passion GT2.0 Pro ESC, this new version features the exact same internals and updating functions but sports an awesome looking new red anodised aluminium casing with integrated heatsink for improved cooling.

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Nosram have released version 2 of their Pearl evolution spec racing ESC. The dual xps.mod software boosts stock racing into a new dimension. The speedo offers the highest flexibility by individualized settings and a revolutionary superBEC featuring a constant 6V/3A output with 3.0-7.4V voltage, for unbeatable on-track performance.

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