January 21, 2015

Bornhorst & Weatherholt now Alpha Plus powered

Bornhorst & Weatherholt now Alpha Plus powered

Alpha Plus announce the signing of Joe Bornhorst and Derek Weatherholt to strengthen the US team along team manager Ryan Lutz. The two drivers are both Midwest fast guys and have shown their potential already. Both are poised to make 2015 be break out years for themselves in the Nitro Buggy and Truggy classes and Alpha Plus is pleased to have them on board.

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November 17, 2014

Alpha Dragon II 1/8th buggy engine

Alpha Dragon II 1/8th buggy engine

Coming soon from Alpha is the Dragon II Worlds Edition nitro off-road engine. No exact details are known yet but the engine is meant to offer more stable idling, easier carburettor tuning and good bottom, middle and top end speed. We bring you more information as we get them.

Source: Alpha [alpha-rc.com]


November 1, 2013

Alpha Ryan Lutz Worlds Edition engine

Alpha Ryan Lutz Worlds Edition engine

Alpha presents the new Ryan Lutz Worlds Edition .21 buggy engine. Based in the experience gained with the Lutz Edition motor Alpha have updated several integral parts such as the crankshaft that now features a stronger crankpin for better durability as well as brass weight insert that lies underneath the silicone filling for a perfectly balanced crankshaft. Also new is the conrod that received an update in terms of the material used for added reliability while the crankcase has several sections with increased material strength, again or durability reasons. Included with the engine come different venturi inserts and a suitable glowplug.

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May 16, 2012

The Lutz Edition Alpha Plus engine

Alpha Plus and Ryan Lutz have teamed together to produce ‘The Lutz Edition’ Alpha Plus Engine. Based off the popular A852 model from Alpha Plus, the Lutz Edition has a few performance and cosmetic tweaks that give it a one of a kind look and feel. It starts at the top with the in-your-face hot pink signature cooling head sure to make you and your race vehicle stand out at the track. Drivers know that to race pink you have to be fast and that’s what this engine will ensure. The engine head itself is 2 fins lower than current Alpha Plus Models, providing 2 fins that wrap around the top of the crankcase to provide better cooling, while also boasting a lower Center of Gravity.

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November 14, 2011

Borja Hernandez joins Alpha Engines

Borja Hernandez joins Alpha Engines

Alpha Engines have announced that top Spanish off road driver Borja Hernandez has joined their team. The former World Finalist and 2 time European Championship podium finisher will move to Alpha for the 2012 season to play a big role inside Alpha official driver’s team. Borja had the following the say about the deal:

I decided to join Alpha because the top quality, innovation and reliability of the products, able to give me all the confidence to win the races I will attend. It’s a proud to me to be an official driver of Alpha Engines and take part in racing and development of the products.

Source: Alpha [alpha-rc.com]