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Click on a picture to see a larger version of it. Coverage this year courtesy of futureal, mr. losi and TSR6. Related Links: International Model & Hobby Expo |
Competition Electronics 
For the second straight year, Competition Electronics graced the show with a new version of it's popular Turbo 35 charger. This year they brought along the Turbo 35 GFX, which finally replaces the old design that was common among the T30/T35 series for the past decade. With a larger, graphics-capable screen, the Turbo 35 GFX can display discharge curves and graphs without the aid of a computer link, as well as give detailed information on batteries and motors all on the same screen -- no more cycling through menus. CE also increased the motor output to 20 amps, and the GFX can charge all the way down to .35A for smaller cells (micro packs, receiver/transmitter packs, and so on). 
As illustrated by this sequence, the user can use the knob to move along a charge/discharge curve to get specific voltages at various intervals. This should satisfy even the pickiest consumers! 
Much like it did last year with the Turbo 35, Competition Electronics brings us a "Stealth" edition of its popular Pitbull charger. For more information on Competition Electronics products, visit their website at www.competitonelectronics.com.
Cross 
Imported and distributed by Schumacher, the Cross FireForce EP Formula 1 car is about as scale as Formula 1 racing can get. The car features a realistic pushrod front suspension, along with the traditional parallel link rear suspension for added traction. The platform also accepts GT-style bodies, much like the old Tamiya F103 cars. For more information on Cross products, visit the Powers International website at www.powers-international.com.
Fantom 
Some of the great stuff on display at Fantom's booth. Among their new products are their Killer Voltz GP3300 matched cells, some heavy-duty Fantom Race Engineering Works tuned pipes, their own blend of racing fuel, and of course, Fantom's FR series of nitro engines. For more information on Fantom products, visit their website at www.fantomracing.com.
Futaba 
New for 2003 is Futaba's Magnum 3PK radio system, the first new competition-level car radio from Futaba in a few years. Featuring a large backlit display and an adjustable steering-wheel position, Futaba claims that the 3PK is nearly twice as fast as comparable radios -- but only when used with a special receiver and digital servos. Even with that limitation, the radio once again vaults Futaba to the front lines of innovation, just as in years past. For more information on Futaba products, visit their website at www.futaba-rc.com.
GM Racing 
GM Racing was showing a prototype version of the TC4 Street Hero Pro edition, the successor to its TC4 International Pro 2 touring car. 
The GMVIS Commander is GM's top-of-the-line computerized charger, with the capability to handle up to 30 cells at once (both charging and discharging), as well as pack cycling, motor runs, and much more. 
GM was also showing off its latest electric motors, including its own brushless motor, the Brushless EVO One. For more information on GM Racing products, visit their website at www.gm-racing.com.
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