Saturday, July 30th, 2011 at
1:22 pm
With the Futaba SBE-1 S.Bus PWM Adapter, almost any receiver becomes instantly compatible with S.Bus programmable servos, as well as the CGY750 3-axis gyro and other S.Bus compatible equipment. The SBE-1 S.Bus PWM Adapter converts input from up to 10 PWM channels into a single S.Bus output.
Retail
FUTM4194 SBE-1 S.Bus PWM Adapter $79.99
Visit the Futaba website at www.futaba-rc.com
Friday, July 29th, 2011 at
1:19 pm
The Futaba R6203SBE 2.4GHz FASST™ Mid-Range Micro Receiver features three “normal” channels, or as many channels as your transmitter has available if you are using S.Bus. It is ideal for use with the CGY750 Gyro or any other S.Bus application and is also capable of handling high voltage batteries.
Retail
FUTL7666 R6203 SBE 2.4 FASST Mid-Range Micro Receiver $89.99
Visit the Futaba website at www.futaba-rc.com
Thursday, July 28th, 2011 at
1:16 pm
The super small and lightweight R21065GF 2.4GHz 6-Channel Micro Receiver from Futaba gives the option of High Speed mode with digital servos and fail safe on all channels. It can handle high voltage ranges (4.8-7.4V) and is compatible with all Futaba FHSS/S-FHSS transmitters.*
*FHSS/S-FHSS is not compatible with FASST systems.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 1.5 x .85 x .40 inches
Weight: 4g with case
Retail
FUTL7605 R2106GF 2.4GHz 6-Channel Micro Receiver $39.99
Visit the Futaba website at www.futaba-rc.com
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 at
1:11 pm
With treads and compounds designed specifically for spirited Short Course competition, DuraTrax Performance Tires for Short Course Trucks are value priced!
- Featuring race-proven Lockup, Lineup, Shotgun and Posse tread patterns in C2 Soft and C3 Super Soft compounds
- Wheels are made to fit all popular Short Course Trucks including the Traxxas® Slash™, HPI Racing® Blitz and Associated® SC10
- Also available: 16 pre-mounted sets pairing C2 tires with black wheels
- Durable, color-coded sidewall markings make for easy identification
- Wheels and inserts are available separately
- Unmounted wheels are available in black, white or yellow
- Tires come in a resealable bag
Retail
DTXC3670 Lockup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Front Slash (2) $31.99
DTXC3671 Lockup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Rear Slash (2) 31.99
DTXC3672 Lockup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Front SC10 (2) 31.99
DTXC3673 Lockup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Rear SC10 (2) 31.99
DTXC3678 Lineup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Slash Front (2) 31.99
DTXC3679 Lineup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Rear Slash (2) 31.99
DTXC3680 Lineup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Front SC10 (2) 31.99
DTXC3681 Lineup SC Tire C2 Mounted Black SC10 Rear (2) 31.99
DTXC3686 Shotgun SC Tire C2 Mntd Black Slash Front (2) 31.99
DTXC3687 Shotgun SC Tire C2 Mntd Blk Slash Blitz SCRT10 (2) 31.99
DTXC3688 Shotgun SC Tire C2 Mounted Black SC10 Front (2) 31.99
DTXC3689 Shotgun SC Tire C2 Mounted Black SC10 Rear (2) 31.99
DTXC3694 Posse SC Tire C2 Mounted Black Slash Front (2) 31.99
DTXC3695 Posse SC Tire C2 Mntd Blk Slash Blitz SCRT10 (2) 31.99
DTXC3696 Posse SC Tire C2 Mounted Black SC10 Front (2) 31.99
DTXC3697 Posse SC Tire C2 Mounted Black SC10 Rear (2) 31.99
DTXC3770 Lockup SC Tire C2 (2) 20.99
DTXC3778 Lineup SC Tire C2 (2) 20.99
DTXC3779 Lineup SC Tire C3 (2) 22.99
DTXC3786 Shotgun SC Tire C2 (2) 22.99
DTXC3787 Shotgun SC Tire C3 (2) 22.99
DTXC3794 Posse SC Tire C2 (2) 20.99
DTXC3795 Posse SC Tire C3 (2) 22.99
DTXC3808 SC Tire Insert (2) 10.99
DTXC3820 SC Wheel White Slash Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3821 SC Wheel Yellow Slash Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3822 SC Wheel Black Slash Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3823 SC Wheel White Slash Blitz (2) 8.99
DTXC3824 SC Wheel Yellow Slash Bltz (2) 8.99
DTXC3825 SC Wheel Black Slash Blitz (2) 8.99
DTXC3826 SC Wheel White SC10 Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3827 SC Wheel Yellow SC10 Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3828 SC Wheel Black SC10 Front (2) 8.99
DTXC3829 SC Wheel White SC10 Rear (2) 8.99
DTXC3830 SC Wheel Yellow SC10 Rear (2) 8.99
DTXC3831 SC Wheel Black SC10 Rear (2) 8.99
Visit the DuraTrax website at www.duratrax.com
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011 at
1:09 pm
The Futaba S3306MG Metal Gear Servo is designed to stand up to the rigors of 1/5 scale racing. This 3-pole, water protected servo is equipped with many of the features racers want most, including dual bearings, high torque output (at 6.0V, it delivers a powerful 333 oz – in. torque) and high speed (0.16 sec./60°).
Retail
FUTM0021 S3306MG Metal Gear Servo $69.99
Visit the Futaba website at www.futaba-rc.com
Monday, July 25th, 2011 at
1:06 pm
The Thunder Tiger® Raptor G4 90-Class Nitro Helis are designed from the ground up to dominate all other 90-class machines. The rotor head is a technical marvel, delivering exceptional stability for 3D or precision aerobatic flying. Many components have been strengthened to withstand extreme aerobatic maneuvers – and setting it up is a breeze. The Raptor G4 Nitro is surprisingly lightweight which enhances its agility and performance even more! Both the flybar and flybarless versions of the Raptor G4 90-Class Nitro helis are out to win every competition!
- The head is all metal, with the main rotor shaft made of hardened steel
- Setup is a snap with the Quick-Calibration™ System
- A helical main gear provides more surface area for more strength, while also transferring more efficient torque
- Collective pitch range is a very impressive +/- 15°
- Both flybarless and flybar designs are available
SPECIFICATIONS
Main Rotor Diameter: 62.4 – 64.7 in (1584 – 1644 mm)
Tail Rotor Diameter: 11 in (280 mm)
Fuselage Length: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Flying Weight:
9.48 lbs (4700 g) Flybar version
9.71 lbs (4400 g) Flybarless version
Retail
TTRE0096 Raptor G4 90-Class Nitro Heli Flybar $1699.99
TTRE0098 Raptor G4 90-Class Nitro Heli Flybarless 1699.99
Visit the Thunder Tiger America website at www.ttamerica.com
Sunday, July 24th, 2011 at
12:57 pm
With the introduction of the O.S. .21XZ-M 3.5cc Inboard Marine Engine and the O.S. .21XM V.II Air-Cooled Outboard Marine Engine, O. S. continues its legacy of marine racing dominance – engineered to take down the competition!
.21XZ-M 3.5cc Inboard Marine Engine
- Based on the race-proven 21XZ-R on-road powerhouse and adapted for marine racing with a water-cooled cylinder head
- Silicone-filled crankshaft for optimized intake; two tungsten weights improve overall balance
- Excellent mid-range torque and power with better fuel economy
- RP7 turbo plug is included
Retail
OSMG1621 .21XZ-M 3.5cc Inboard Marine Engine $699.99
.21 XM VII Air-Cooled Outboard Marine Engine
- Designed to maximize cooling and performance
- Larger muffler designed to boost engine power for greater speeds
- Retains many features of the highly successful .21XM
- #8 glow plug and carbon prop are included
Retail
OSMG1720 .21XM VII Air-Cooled Outboard Marine Engine $699.99
Visit the O.S. Engines website at www.osengines.com
Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 at
12:52 pm
The Thunder Tiger® Raptor G4 E720 Electric Flybar and Flybarless Helicopters are superbly engineered to meet the challenges of performing precise aerobatic maneuvers. Thunder Tiger expertise and innovation clearly shine through in advancements like the Quick-Calibration System, strategic motor and battery positioning and helical main gear to meet the demands of precision aerobatic and 3D competition. And the Raptor features a flying weight of up to one pound less than comparable helis. Consider the bar raised!
- Mounting the motor higher and positioning the battery tray between the frames allows for easier interior access, improved balance and CG
- A helical main gear transfers torque more efficiently and provides more surface area for added strength
- The Quick-Calibration System makes setup a snap
- Available in two versions; flybar or flybarless
SPECIFICATIONS
Main Rotor Diameter: 62.4 – 64.7 in (1584 – 1644 mm)
Tail Rotor Diameter: 11 in (280 mm)
Fuselage Length: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Flying Weight:
8.05 lbs (3650 g) Flybar version
8.27 lbs (3750 g) Flybarless version
Retail
TTRE0093 Raptor G4 E720 Electric Heli Flybar $1599.99
TTRE0094 Raptor G4 E720 Electric Heli Flybarless 1499.99
Visit the Thunder Tiger America website at www.ttamerica.com
Friday, July 22nd, 2011 at
2:38 pm
5th Annual Futaba / O.S.® Engine Nitro Challenge
St. Louis, Missouri
July 15-17
Once again, the St. Louis Dirt Burners crew did an awesome job at prepping a track that would be extremely fun, yet extremely challenging to the racers. With the heat index in the upper 120 degrees and track temps above 150 degrees, the battles were not only against the other racers, but the elements as well. This year, however, Mother Nature did give us a break with absolutely no rain in the forecast.
It was another great year for entries at just over 250, and the excitement of each main event was electrifying. With the Intermediates and Experts running for Futaba radios, O.S. Engines and Futaba servos, most of the races came down to the last lap. The Pro drivers were racing for cold, hard cash and had to do it based on scores from the double A main format.
Pro Dash for Cash
| This year’s dash for cash was absolutely amazing with all six drivers actually leading a lap. When all of the dust settled, it was Futaba, O.S. and O’Donnell driver Josh Wheeler taking the $100.00, the $25.00 bonus for running a Futaba radio and O.S. engine, and the coveted pole position for the first A main. |
Intermediate Arena Truck A Main
1st Brent Burns = Futaba 4PKS
2nd Robbie Seehafer = Futaba S9156 and S9157 Servo
3rd Bill Mason = Futaba S9157 Servo |
Intermediate Buggy A Main
1st Chris Fugate = Futaba 4PKS
2nd Bill Mason = Futaba S9156 and S9157 Servo
3rd Richard Hess = Futaba S9157 Servo |
Expert Arena Truck A Main
1st John Rodgers = O.S. 21XZ-B Engine
2nd Wes Lawrence (TQ) = Futaba S9156 and S9157 Servo
3rd Blake Everett = Futaba S9157 Servo |
Expert Buggy A Main
1st Nigel Townsend = O.S. 21XZ-B Speed Engine
2nd Chris Marrant (TQ) = Futaba S9156 and S9157 Servo
3rd Jaun Hurtado = Futaba S9157 Servo |
Pro Arena Truck A Main
1st Jason Branham = $400.00 (Futaba – O.S. Engines)
2nd Jimbo Kvidera = $250.00
3rd Sonny Ochoa = $100.00 |
Pro Buggy A Main
1st Ryan Lutz = $400.00
2nd Josh Wheeler = $250.00 (Futaba – O.S. Engines)
3rd Jason Branham = $100.00 (Futaba – O.S. Engines) |
Futaba and O.S. would like to thank all the racers and the entire Dirt Burners crew for their hard work and support. We look forward to the 6th annual Futaba / O.S. Engine Nitro Challenge at Dirt Burners in 2012!
Friday, July 22nd, 2011 at
12:48 pm
Using only a few common household tools, new pilots can have the Flyzone Sensei EP Trainer flight-ready in just minutes. It offers all of the essentials that an inexperienced fliers needs to succeed. With its classic high-wing design, the Sensei gives the gentle kind of flight that builds confidence while the lightweight AeroCell™ airframe is easy to repair should there be a training mishap. The Sensei EP Trainer gives pilots a choice between the all-inclusive Ready-To-Fly model or the Receiver-Ready version which gives them the option of equipping it with their choice of radio and battery. Whichever version they choose, new pilots will have an easy-flying, traditional-looking EP trainer they will be proud to take to the flying field!
- High-wing design provides ideal stability for learning to fly
- Durable AeroCell foam construction assembles with a screwdriver and pliers – no glue required
- Powerful brushless motor, 30A ESC and 5 micro servos are preinstalled
- RTF version includes a Tactic™ 6-channel 2.4GHz radio and 11.1V 2100mAh LiPo battery charger and 4 “AA” batteries
- Rx-R™ version offers the flexibility to install a preferred radio system and LiPo battery
- “Drop Door” is operated from the radio to deploy a parachute or other creative payloads while in flight!
SPECIFICATIONS
Wingspan: 58 in (1475 mm)
Wing Area: 566 in² (36.5 dm²)
RTF Weight: 3.2 lb (1450 g)
Rx-R Weight: 3.25-3.5 lb. (1470-1590 g)
Length: 48 in (1220 mm)
Retail
HCAA2535 Sensei EP Trainer RTF $349.99
HCAA2536 Sensei EP Trainer Rx-R 219.99
Visit the Flyzone website at www.flyzoneplanes.com
