Hirobo announce the release of the Turbulence 3D Version 2 helicopter. The prototype machine is currently on show at the 2012 Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan and is a revision of the 2009 3D Masters and 2008 XFC winning machine. The V2 will include the new SSL flybarless rotor head, 6mm tail shaft for improved durability, a revised carbon main frame and a painted fibre glass canopy. The 90-class nitro heli will be available around September 2012.

Source: Hirobo Fan Blog [model.shinlog.jp]

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We wrote about KDE Direct’s T-Rex 700 series main rotor head system some days ago and now the company released a longer video and more information. Available from Spring 2012 the XT rotor head system provides a rock-solid FBL assembly that will do away with common problems such as boom strikes, bolt shear, misalignment, etc. The entire system is optimised for centre-of-gravity alignment to the tail boom axis for true, on-point rolls and further prevention of boom-strikes on electric and nitro helis. The KDE 700, a T-Rex 700 with all KDE Direct 700 series upgrades, you can see above is powered by a KDE700XF-495 HP BL motor and a Castle Creations ICE2 HV160 with 4.01 governor algorithm.

Source: KDE Direct [kdedirect.com]

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In this video released by Sebastian Zajonz Daniel Jetschin is rockin the Compass 7HV on the Father’s Day Funfly in Heidelberg 2012. He uses a Scorpion HK3 4035 560KV, CC 120HV, MTTEC Keto HV-BEC 10Amp, MKS HBL servos
Spinblades Mattblack and a BeastX Microbeast.

Source: Sebastian Zajonz [ youtube.com ]

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Sebastian Zajonz released showing his Compass Atom 7HV with spiral cut gear and tail rotor upgrade with a headspeed of 1100RPM and 2050RPM. He also uses MKS HBL 950 and HBL 980 servos, a BeastX Microbeast V3, Compass 4926 510KV motor, Kontronik Helijive 120HV controller and a MTTEC Keto 10A BEC.

Source: Sebastian Zajonz [ youtube.com ]

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ReadyHeli introduce the new Thor LiPo battery packs made from 25C, 45C and 60C cells. The high energy, light weight and long life cycle packs come pre-soldered with EC5 connectors for all 5s+ packs, with standard Deans T-type connectors are being used on the 2S and 3S batteries. They are available in various capacities from 1350mAh up to 5500mAh.

Source: ReadyHeli [readyheli.com]

Fusuno have released two new option parts for the Blade 450 3D and X helicopters in the form of a colourful tail fin and aluminium canopy stand-offs. The vertical fin is made from G10 fibre glass and painted using a hard coat dye for a bright and long lasting finish. The parts adds a certain look to the heli and also makes for better visibility. Also available are CNC-machined aluminium canopy stand-offs. They sport dimensions of 5×30.5mm and help to securely fasten the canopy.

Source: Fusuno [fusuno.com]

Gaui introduce several option parts for the X7 electric helicopter in the form of a new canopy, a pinion gear and servo horns. The Type A1 canopy sports a completely new airbrush design going away from the known red coloured scheme towards a blue and neon green livery. The body is a direct replacement for the kit’s fuselage. Also available soon are a 9T aluminium spiral cut pinion and new aluminium servo horns in black or red colour for Futaba servos.

Source: Gaui [gaui.com.tw]

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KDE have released a short teaser for their upcoming XT main rotor head system for T-Rex 700 series helicopters. More details and videos will follow shortly along with full specs.

Source: KDE Direct [kdedirect.com]

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Gaui have released a video featuring many of their current team members highlighting the fun atmosphere at what looks like a recent Gaui meeting.

Source: Gaui [gaui.com.tw]

Align introduce dedicated swash plates for the T-Rex 600 and 700 with DFC rotor head. Available in silver and black colour the parts sport two mount positions for the blade grip control linkages in order to achieve different angles and therefore adjust the flight characteristics to suit the pilot’s needs.

Source: Align [align.com.tw] via rcHeli-News [rcheli-news.com]