09/16/2011
By Mike Garrison
LiveRC.com

LRP has announced today their newest esc in the lineup, the iX8. Designed for 1/8 scale racing, this uniquely designed new esc will be available in October with an MSRP of $325.99.

LRP PRESS RELEASE:

Developed for the higher voltage needed in 1:8 scale vehicles, LRP's first, full-blooded 1:8 brushless speed control, the iX8, is the ideal speed control for both the serious racer and the backyard basher! Protected by a hard case to handle rough and tough conditions, the best in brushless racing technology comes together in this speed control that features pluggable connectors and cooling fan, and is suitable for use with 2S to 6S LiPo batteries.

• Sensored Design: Sensored technology for high precision and intelligent motor management
• USB Software Updateability: Benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at www.LRP.cc!
• Special power profiles: Special power profiles for the finest adjustments in all conditions, including all team profiles.
• Forward/Brake + Forward/Brake/Reverse: Fully adjustable drive-modes with different brake/reverse adjustments
• Revolutionary Internal Temp Check System 3: Allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature of the speed control and motor
• 100% pluggable connections: No-solder design¡ªmaximum convenience. Includes ready-to-use wires for all connections
• Cut-off voltage/LVC adjustable