New Shepherd Velox E8 4S 1/8-scale 4WD on-road racing kit

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By Aaron Waldron
LiveRC.com

Press release from Shepherd Micro Racing:
www.team-shepherd.com

Shepherd Velox E8 ‘4S’

We are pleased to announce the new  Shepherd Velox E8 ‘4S’.

Based on the Velox E8 platform, the latest  model was developed to meet the demand for a low-cost and high-performance  electric drive. Furthermore, the new Velox E8 '4S' also complies with the  regulations of the newly created EFRA 1:8 electric on-road class.

The updated radio-plate now carries two  shorty-LiPo’s as well as the speedcontroler. The batteries are  centered in the middle of the vehicle allowing an optimal balance. By positioning them as far backward as possible the traction was  improved significantly, which is required when using high-torque electric motors. The speedcontroler is mounted directly on the chassis. Nevertheless it is  easily accessible and supplied with fresh air to prevent it from  overheating.

The redesigned motor mount accommodates  a variety of different 1/8 electric motors and a built-in carbon fiber fan mount  allows the installation of a large 40mm fan. As a result a moderate operating  temperature of the electric motor is ensured without having to cut ventilation  holes into the body.

The symmetrical  chassis plate is characterized by ventilation openings and supports the cooling  of the electronic components.

The first batch of kits will be available shortly.

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