TQ R/C & Hobbies

Power HD has added to its range of direct mount servos with the introduction of the S15-XP for the Xpress XQ11, XQ3S and XQ11HR 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  The direct mounting and reverse receiver wire output offer neater wiring and reduce overall weight, contributing to a lower the chassis centre of gravity.  The servo supports FlySky Radio i-BUS2 protocol enabling you to setup your favourite parameter according to different tracks and achieve the perfect steering. Source: PowerHD [chd.hk]

New from Italian body shell manufacturer Bittydesign is their new licensed body shell for the rally rc enthusiasts, the 1:10 Škoda Fabia RS Rally2.  The body shell is universal and mounts on all 1/10 190mm models, both “touring” chassis as well the ones created specifically for the rally category.  It is compatible with the Tamiya TT-02 chassis in all its variants.  Officially licensed by ŠKODA Auto the body is available in 0,8mm (light weight) and 1,2mm (hard) thickness and fit all the 190mm electric chassis on the market with 257-258mm wheelbase.  Included with the body are a pre-cut decal sheet…

JConcepts has released its S2 body for the popular Xray XB4 ’24 1:10 4WD Buggy.  Dubbed the S2, the new shell rocks some familiar features but rolled together with a low-profile stance.  With an IFMAR Championship credibility backing this design, the S2 is a performer straight out of the package and includes the carpet | turf | dirt rear wing to help deliver results on any racing circuit.  Slammed overall height allows the S2 to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for superior balance and steering. …

Reedy has released an all-new range of Sonic 900 and 900XL Competition motors for 1:8 eBuggy and eTruggy.  Several months of development by engineering staff and factory team drivers has resulted in motors that deliver performance that far exceeds what is required at the highest level of competition.  The Sonic 900, available in both 1900kV and 2100kV versions, is intended for use in 1:8 eBuggy classes.  Each version comes with a unique rotor which is interchangeable between both and sold separately to fine tune power output and delivery for specific track conditions and driver preference.  The Sonic 900XL features a…

Complementing its 1:14 2WD Offroad Buggy, LC Racing has released the new BHC-1ST 2WD Offroad Stadium truck race kit. The kit incudes a newly developed Batan D132F Metal Gear Servo and an oil filled competition grade gear diff as well as many aluminium option parts including a Dual padded slipper clutch set, Alu Front Bulkhead (Hinge pin mount), Alu Rear Pin mount (3 deg toe), and Alu Rear Ballstud Mount (upper camber link mount). As part of the assembly kit LC Racing also include Graphite Front & Rear Shock Towers, an Anti Roll Bar Set, an Alu 7075 Motor Mount…

Having released their first entry level 1:10 Electric Touring car, the Rookie Speed ​​RS1.0, last year as part of its continued efforts to offer cars that can help attract newcomers into the hobby, Yokomo has announced the RS2.0.  The Japanese manufacturer say it is an improved, more affordable entry-level touring car that’s easier to start with and drive.  It features a resin chassis and upper deck for better ground feel, equal-length front and rear belts for consistent handling, and a redesigned motor mount to accommodate brush motors.  The new short shocks and lowered shock towers reduce the centre of gravity, enhancing…

Iris, the German based touring car project lead by Andreas Myrberg that released its first car in November 2022, has just announced the latest incarnation of the 1:10 electric touring car offering with the ONE.1 . The Iris ONE.1 is the third-generation competition touring car kit of the platform and building on the success of the original ONE and ONE.05, the latest kit is the result of over two years of extensive learning, testing, and optimising.  Their team drivers have pushed this platform to its limits, racing at top-level events around the world, facing fierce competition, and delivering impressive results,…

US offroad bodyshell manufacturer Leadfinger Racing has revealed the upcoming V2 version of its Beretta 1:8 Buggy body.  The V2 Beretta is a design concept that combines their previous Assassin, A2.1 Tactic and Berretta body features.  The modern combination complements both hard and soft lines that provide perfect overall balance under multi surface track testing.  At the front of the body, the added “fin rails” located on the front the side pods are new for LFR and provide an “edge” that significantly increases corner traction, entry and speed.  The fin rails flow seamlessly into the V2’s rear side pods that…

Hitec has announced the latest addition to their popular Charger/Discharger line, the AD380 Discharge Module.  Capable of discharging high-capacity batteries at up to 40amps/380 watts, the new AD380 is a user-friendly battery discharger / analyser that caters to both novice and experienced RC enthusiasts alike.  The AD380 features three discharging modes to help analyse the health and performance of all your RC battery packs.  It is perfect for racers and aerobatic pilots wanting to monitor cell resistance and maximise power output.  And sport fliers and bashers can bring their high-capacity packs (up to 6S!) to storage level in a fraction…