RUDDOG Tire Warmers for 1:10 Touring Car

Whether with or without adhesives, tire heating systems ensure the best possible grip from the very first lap.
Ruddog Products offers the tire heating system for touring cars in 1:10 scale with heating cups.
The temperature is freely adjustable and adapted to the requirements of the 1:10 onroad racing scene!

Contents:

• Heating station incl. cable for power supply (to 12-18V power supply unit)
• 4 x heating caps incl. connection cables

What are tire heating blankets used for?

Tire heating blankets bring the tire temperature and thus the tire pressure (irrelevant for sponge rubber tires) and above all the grip to an optimum level before the start.
→ Goal: Maximum grip right from the first meter, not after 1-2 warm-up laps.

What effects do warm tires have?

1. Increased grip
   Rubber becomes softer, the tires adapt better to the track → More mechanical grip.

2. More consistent handling
   Tires behave predictably right from the start, no more slippery "break-in".

3. Faster lap times right from the start
   An advantage especially in short heats or finals (e.g. 5-minute heats).

4. Better tire wear (in some cases)
   Tires wear more evenly because they operate in the optimum temperature window right from the start.

How are they used?

1. Mounting: Tire heating blankets (usually four pieces) are placed around the mounted wheels.

2. Switch on & select temperature: Usually 40-80 °C, depending on tire type, route and outside temperature.

3. Heat for 20-30 minutes before the run: This distributes the heat evenly to the tire core.

4. Optional: Apply tire gripping agent (additive) beforehand: This is often combined with the blankets to increase the effect.

5. Remove and drive immediately before starting: Work quickly so that the temperature does not drop immediately.

When are tire heating blankets particularly worthwhile?

• On-road touring cars (1/10 electric, nitro) → Very common

• Stock classes (less engine power) → The extra grip helps when accelerating out of corners

• Low-grip carpet or cold outside temperatures → Critical, as cold tires hardly build up any grip

• Sponge rubber tires (Nitro Onroad 1/8 & 1/10) → Standard

Less relevant or prohibited: Usually uncommon in the offroad sector (buggy, truggy) or not permitted according to the regulations.

In short:

Tire heating blankets = Immediate maximum grip from the start - they are a competitive advantage, especially in on-road classes and on grippy or cold tracks.
Setups are more consistent and predictable, leading to faster lap times.