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The folks over at Horizon Hobby made big news when they introduced their Smart Technology line-up of products a couple of years ago. The latest product in that line-up is the Spektrum S1100 Smart Battery Charger. We’ve been passing the S1100 around the office for a few weeks to get our Bash Crew’s thoughts on how it performs. How easy [...]
The people over at Spektrum are a hard working group. If they aren’t putting out some new Smart technology batteries or ESCs, they are improving their large line-up of transmitter radio systems. One of the latest electronic goodies from Spektrum is the DX3 Smart Technology DSMR Radio System. The latest version of the DX3 is loaded with tech, some all [...]
Just announced by ARRMA is the 2020 Edition of their Infraction 6S BLX. The Infraction has been tearing up pavement for close to a year now, but ARRMA decided to give it a number of upgrades (Hello handbrake module!), plus some new livery. Check out these highlights- * Handbrake module- Vented rear brake enables serious hooning * Two new body liveries to [...]
After a few weeks of teasing, ARRMA has officially announced the 1/7th scaled Felony 6S BLX. The 6S BLX powered Felony brings incredible performance, plus some very trick scale detailing. ARRMA has made a reputation for extreme performance along with superior durability, their new Felony is sure to live up to the ARRMA name. Check out these highlights- * Highly detailed [...]
Scaled after the 1:1 rig, the Losi Lasernut U4 Rock Racer is ready for serious fun! The video is one of the best we’ve seen from Losi. Watch below to enjoy 4 minutes of hardcore off-roading by not only the 1/10th scaled version, but also of the full sized rig. After the video, hit up this link for complete details on [...]
It’s time to unbox one of the coolest radios in years, the Green Spektrum DX5 Rugged from Horizon Hobby! Not only does this radio look great, it’s one of the most functional and useful radio’s for people that are out in all sorts of weather, and not afraid of the elements. From the thumb stick, that lets you drive with [...]
New from Spektrum is the SR6110AT 6-Channel AVC Telemetry Surface Receiver. The SR6110AT comes with an extra long antenna for marine and applications low to the ground. It also comes with AVC specifically tuned for stunt driving and bashing. Check out more of the highlights below- * 6 channel DSMR/DSM2 Spektrum receiver * Telemetry capabilities when used with Spektrum Firma SMART ESCs * [...]
Shipping now from Spektrum is the Firma SMART 40 Amp Brushed 2-N-1 ESC/Receiver. The Firma 40 is perfect for rock crawling applications where space is at a minimum. Check out these highlights- * Built in 4 channel DSMR receiver * Waterproof * Integrated SMART Technology * Real time telemetry data * 3 amp BEC * Fully programmable ESC Street pricing for the Spektrum Firma 40 is just [...]
What is the favorite transmitter of the BigSquidRC Bash Crew? That would be the Spektrum DX5 Rugged. With a chassis built for punishment and innovations like a thumb-steering lever, our Bash Crew grabs the DX5 Rugged when the going gets truly gnarly. Earlier today the Spektrum crew announced a new Green Version of the DX5 Rugged. Not only does the [...]
New from Spektrum is a pair of 1/5 Digital, Brushless, Metal Gear, Servos. The new servos were designed to withstand the rigors of 1/5 bashing, while also providing excellent performance. Spektrum S9110BL * 15 tooth output spline * Input Voltage- 6.0 – 8.4 volts DC * Speed- 0.14 sec/60 deg @ 8.4V * Torque- 1224.3 oz-in (88.16 kg-cm) @ 8.4V * Price- $224 Spektrum S9120BL * 15 tooth [...]
Shipping next month from Spektrum is the S6245 Digital Waterproof Metal Gear Servo. The S6245 sports a black anodized finish on its aluminum chassis and is a low profile design to fit in tight spaces. * 23 tooth output gear * Waterproof design * Sturdy aluminum case * HV compatible * Removable wire harness * Bearings * 1 year warranty * Speed- 0.06 sec/60 deg @ 7.4V * Torque- [...]
Expected to ship later this month from Spektrum is the Firma 130 Amp Smart Brushless Marine ESC. The Firma 130 can handle up to 8S LiPo of input voltage and comes with the very latest in boat SMART technology. Check out these features- * Telemetry data straight to radio in real time, without added sensors * Rated for 160 amps of continuous [...]
Coming later this month from Spektrum is the SMART S1100 AC Battery Charger. The S1100 continues the SMART charger line-up for Spektrum, take a look at these features- * Integrated power supply * High-visibility color LCD screen * Updated user interface * Charges LiFe/LiIon/LiPo/LiHV/NiMH/NiCd/Pb battery types * Automatically selects correct charge settings for Smart batteries * 100 watts total power * Max 6S LiPo cell count * Max [...]
Back at the start of the year Losi announced a pair of new Tenacity TT Pro SMART Brushless RTRs. One version is like ours and is the Falken edition, while the other sports Brenthel livery. As we unpacked the Falken edition, we took a bunch of pictures to give you a good look at what comes inside the box. As the [...]
Coming this April from Spektrum is a DX3 Smart 3-Channel Transmitter. This Smart version of the DX3 comes with a SR315 receiver and was designed for budget conscious drivers that are looking to try Spektrum’s new Smart Technology. Here are the highlights- * New styling w/ improved ergonomics * Foam covered wheel for increased control * DSMR Technology for superior range and response * [...]
