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Futaba and O.S. Engine Nitro Challenge

Posted by Brian @ 10:22 pm. Filed in: Events, Futaba, O.S. Engines

While we don’t do a lot of die-hard racing around here, we do mention big events now and then, especially when they are close to home, and include a cool video to go along with the announcement!

This July 19th-21st 2013, the Futaba/O.S. Nitro Challenge in St. Louis, Missouri will be Hosted by the Dirtburners R/C Club, and it’s always an exciting race with a cool track to go along with it.

If you are into the racing scene, check out the video below which should get you really psyched about the race!

Who knows, you may catch Tim or Cubby down there on the lookout for new products being tested.

Speaking of Futaba, have you seen the some of the other recent Futaba news posted recently?

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Leaked – Futaba 4PLS 2.4 GHz T-FHSS Transmitter with Telemetry

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 12:51 am. Filed in: Futaba, New Products

Ever since the Futaba 4PL was first introduced it has been a favorite of ours here at BigSquidRC. What was there not to like? It had tons of high-end features (and performance) at a working mans price point.

Information has just been leaked on the new Futaba 4PLS. The 4PLS looks to come with a few upgrades over the older 4PL. For instance the 4PLS is set-up for use with telemetry and comes standard with a 2S LiFe battery. We’ll post more information on the 4PLS as we receive it, until then check out the official Futaba Website to take a look at some of their other fine products.

Have you seen the durability testing video that we did on the Futaba 4PL? If not, you can see it HERE.

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Hobbico eFest 2013 Promo Video

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 12:37 pm. Filed in: Events, Futaba, Hobbico

The crew over at Hobbico have just released a promo video for eFest 2013. eFest is one of the largest indoor fly-ins in the world, and this year it is being held on February 9th and 10th in the epicenter of the rc universe, Champaign Illinois. Check out the video, and if you’ve never been to a huge indoor flying event feel free to make the trip and see it in person. HERE is the link to the official eFest website for more details.

Looking for more air news here on BigSquidRC? THIS is the link you want.

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Futaba 4PL Earns Basher Approved Status

Posted by Brian @ 10:59 pm. Filed in: Basher Approved, Futaba

It’s time to hand out another Basher Approved Award. This time up we have the Futaba 4PL! We have had a 4PL around the office for a while now, and it’s been great. It’s taken a beating in and out of pit boxes, been dropped on the floor a half a dozen times, sometimes on purpose, and it just keeps going. You can read our original Futaba 4PL Review right there.

You can read all about our BASHER APPROVED AWARD as well as get more details about the winners, and see other products and vehicles that have achieved this elite status.

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Video- Futaba 14SG 14-Channel 2.4GHz Computer Air Radio System

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 3:58 pm. Filed in: Futaba, video

The crew over at Futaba have just released a video featuring their new 14SG 14 channel 2.4GHz air radio system. It’s a short video, but goes over all the major aspects of the 14SG like its ability to transmit and receive telemetry data. Whether you fly planes or heli’s the Futaba 14SG comes ready to handle the job. Check out the short video for all the details.

Looking for more Futaba news here on BigSquidRC? Take a look right HERE.

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Futaba 4PKS-R (Super R) 4 Channel 2.4 GHz FASST Radio Review

Posted by Cubby @ 9:13 am. Filed in: Accessory Reviews, Futaba

THE Futaba 4PKS-R (Super R) 4 Channel 2.4 GHz FASST Radio Review

There can only be one “best” transmitter on the planet. Futaba’s entry into the uber-radio market is their legendary 4PK series and today we’ll be taking a closer look at the latest version, the 4PKS-R, also lovingly known as the 4PK Super R. Is it the best radio ever made? Is it worth the cash? Let’s see…

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New 4PK Super R video From Futaba

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 8:54 am. Filed in: Futaba, video

The guys over at Futaba have just released a video highlighting the updated features on their flagship, the 4PKS-R, also known as the Super R. In the video you’ll learn more about the Futaba Super R’s improved response time, dual ESC mixing for you crawlers, and gyro mixing for the drift scene. Click below to view the video and look for our full BigSquidRC review of the Super R in the next couple of days.

Have you read our 2.4 GHz transmitter shootout? If not, check it out HERE.

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Swarovski Crystal Tipped Screws From Hiro Seiko

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 9:49 am. Filed in: Futaba, New Products

Our editor here, Brian, is all about the bling-bling. In fact, he’s attracted to a bling’ed out rc car like a moth to a porch light. If you know the feeling and want to rocket your rc bling factor to an all new level the guys over at Hiro Seiko now have Swarovski Crystal tipped screws for use in transmitters. You can buy individual screws, or a complete set for maximum bling factor on your Futaba or KO Propo.

Pricing is right around $6 per screw and they are available right now. They might be hard to get here in the states, but that hasn’t stopped you guys before. Hit up the official Hiro Seiko Website for even more transmitter bling parts.

TFIG, whatever you do, do Not click on THIS mystery link.

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New Futaba S.Bus High Voltage Servo’s

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 10:56 am. Filed in: Futaba, New Products

The latest in high tech servo’s from Futaba is their S.Bus High Voltage line-up. These servo’s boast simplicity during set-up and the ultimate in performance tuning. Futaba is recommending two of their new S.Bus servo’s for surface use-

Futaba S3070HV
* .15 speed/90 oz of torque at 7.4 volts
* Dual bearings and metal gear
* Street price: $60

Futaba S3072HV
* .15 speed/90 oz of torque at 7.4 volts
* Single ball bearing, plastic gears
* Street price: $40

Both of these servo’s are available right now, and you can hit up Futaba’s official WEBSITE for more information.

Looking for more Futaba news here on BigSquidRC? Hit THIS link.

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Futaba Sports Bottle

Posted by Brian @ 10:39 pm. Filed in: Futaba, New Products

Futaba website

The folks from Futaba have sent word that they now have a Stainless Steel Futaba Sports Bottle. It holds 26 ounces of your favorite drink (I want to see Cubby bring 26 ounces of DOM to the track!) and has a leak proof twist off top. You are going to own/carry one of these around with you anyway, you might as well support your hobby/radio!

Need more Futaba news? Click the Futaba News link.

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New Futaba 4PK Super R 2.4GHz Radio with R614FS Receiver

Posted by Tim Mohr @ 2:23 pm. Filed in: Futaba, New Products, Transmitters

There is some hot news out of Futaba today with the announcement of their new 4PK Super R 2.4GHz radio system. The Futaba 4PK series radios are generally regarded as the best of the best, yet Futaba has decided to make some upgrades taking the 4PK Super R to the next level. Upgrades include-

5% faster response speed
Dual compound foam on steering wheel
Overall lighter weight
The ability to mix dual ESC’s
Gyro mixing
Data transfer via cable

Street price is expected to be $550 with a release date of late September. Hit THIS link for more information.

Have you read our transmitter shootout? If not, HERE is the link.

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Buy a Futaba Radio, get a Futaba Servo Free!

Posted by Brian @ 9:39 am. Filed in: Futaba

Futaba has a new promotion going on. Buy a radio from a select list and get a free Futaba S3004 Servo! The best part is you can get this deal at your local hobby shop! Walk in and buy any one of the following radios, and you get the servo. From now until April 30, 2012!

Purchase any of these 2.4GHz Futaba radios and get the S3004 servo FREE:
FUTK1300 3PL 2.4GHz FHSS w/R2004GF
FUTK1400 4PL 2.4GHz S-FHSS w/R2104GF
FUTK2021 3PMX 2.4GHz FASST w/R603FF
FUTK3100 3PRKA 2.4GHz FHSS w/R203GF
FUTK4200 4YF 2.4GHz FHSS w/R2004GF
FUTK6000 6J 2.4GHz S-FHSS w/R2006GS
FUTK6001 6JA 2.4GHz S-FHSS w/R2006GS & (4)S3004
FUTK6002 6JH 2.4GHz S-FHSS w/R2006GS & (4)S3001

Hit up the Futaba website for more info.

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Futaba High Voltage Receiver with Dual Antenna Diversity

Posted by Brian @ 10:57 am. Filed in: Futaba, New Products

New from Futaba is the R614FS HV Receiver. It’s designed to be used with the Futaba 4PK and 4PKS and RC’s equipped with digital and brushless servos. The Dual Antenna Diversity selects the best reception between the two antennas.

Head over to the Futaba Website for all the specs.

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