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Just announced by Hobbywing is the XeRun XR10 Pro G3 Brushless ESC. This high-end race ESC is fully adjustable, while also putting out buttery smooth power. Check out these highlights- * Engineered for 1/10th modified class racing * Optimized performance and precision control * Three selectable ESC profiles for 1/10th rc racing * Internal electronic key switch * Separate programming port * Disc brake mode for [...]
New from Hobbywing is the EzRun MAX8 G2S Brushless ESC. Featuring a built-in Bluetooth module, the new MAX8 G2S is highly adjustable and ready for serious driving, on-road or off. Here are the highlights- * Waterproof design * BEC can do a continuous current of 6A and a burst current of 15A * BEC can be switched from 6V/7.4V/8.4V * 32-degree turbo timing setting * [...]
New over at Castle Creations is the Cobra 8 Brushless ESC. The new Cobra 8 is designed for use in 1/8th scaled vehicles and can run sensored, non-sensored, or brushed motors. Here are the highlights- * Designed for 1/8 vehicles weighing up to 15 lbs * State-of-the-art 32-bit, dual-core processor * Enhanced data logging capabilities * CNC machined aluminum bottom case * Waterproof for all [...]
New from Hobbywing is the mighty 12S EzRun MAX5 HV G2 Brushless ESC. The MAX5 HV G2 was designed for large scale applications where high cell counts and huge power levels are the normal. Check out these highlights- * Supports up to 12s Lipo with a maximum output current of 250 amps * Intelligent freewheeling technology to reduce heat * IP-67 waterproof rating * [...]
Just announced by Castle Creations is the Mamba Micro X2 Brushless ESC. Designed to be the best Mamba Micro yet, the X2 can handle 1/18th, 1/14th, as well as rock crawling vehicles. Also of note, the mighty X2 can now handle up to 4S LiPo. Here are more highlights- * New data logging * Also available with a motor combo * CryoDrive allows [...]
Coming soon from Castle Creations is the Sidewinder 4 brushless ESC. The Sidewinder 4 uses a number of software enhancements combined with improved case aerodynamics to give you an ESC that you can push harder for longer periods of time. Here are some of its highlights- * Waterproof * Non-sensored design * CRYO-DRIVE technology * 3S LiPo maximum cell count * Also available as a [...]
Coming soon from Dynamite is a new 1/5th Scale Brushless Motor. This giant beast of a motor measures in at 57 x 114mm and can be used on up to 8S of LiPo power. The biggest Dynamite is a sensorless design that sports a 8mm output shaft. The motor is rated at 800kV and should have plenty of power for [...]
Shipping now from Reedy is the 540-SL4 sensorless brushless motor. The Reedy sports a kV rating of 3,300 and is a 540 sized unit. 3S LiPo is the maximum cell count and the motor should make for a nice upgrade in power over your RTR brushed unit when used with a proper ESC. * Low-resistance 3.5mm bullet connectors * Flexible silicone [...]
The good folks over at Dynamite have announced 6 new V2 Brushless Combos. All the V2 systems were designed for better operation under heavy loads, all are waterproof, and all are sensorless designs. The new 1/8th V2 Fuze Combo (#DYNS0800) features a 6 pole 1800kV motor, while the new Fuze V2 SCT (#DYNS0710) system comes with a 3900kV unit. For tenth [...]
New from Dynamite is a 3800 550 Brushless Motor. This affordable unit is a 4 pole design sporting a 3800kV rating. Its 550 size makes it suitable for a wide variety of 10th scale 4wd vehicles, while its sensorless design allows it to work with numerous different ESCs. The Dynamite is street priced at $71, it has a part number of [...]
New for the 8th scale crowd is the SC1000-DB Sensorless ESC from Reedy. The unit comes pre-wired for two batteries with t-style connectors and is splash-proof for added durability. * LVC protection * 2600kV motor limit * Cooling fan * Aluminum heat sink * 4mm motor connectors * 0.0005 ohm resistance * Fully proportional brakes * Size: 110.7x 69.4 x 40.5mm The SC1000-DB is priced at $96, it has [...]
A few weeks ago we had the chance to review one of the new 550 brushless systems from Maclan Racing. Maclan is new on the brushless scene, but we were left very impressed. Recently we also got a chance to test one of their Diamond MX 540 Systems. The 540 is intended for use in 10th scale 2wd vehicles like [...]
New on the brushless scene is a company called Maclan Racing. They have made a splash by promising a couple of big things- to put out the most powerful systems on the market, and to have endless innovations. We have been bashing one of their Diamondback/MX 550 Sensorless Brushless Systems for a few weeks now. Does it have the most [...]
Looking for an inexpensive brushless system? If so, have a look at the new brushless ESC/Motor Combos from Kinexsis. The Kinexsis brushless combos come with a 540 sized motor and were designed to work in 1/10th scale vehicles. The ESC is waterproof and is rated for 70 amps, while the motors are a sensorless 4 pole design for more torque. [...]
Intended for use in 1/10th scale vehicles, the new Reedy SC600-BL esc is geared right at the basher crowd. The new Reedy is water-resistant for all you folks that like to bash when the going gets wet and it was designed to work with a wide range of sensorless brushless motors. * Auto detect for LiPo cell count * Cooling fan * 3.5mm [...]
