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February 4, 2014

RDRP RB6/RT6 battery positioner sets

New from RDRP come two new battery positioner sets for the Kyosho RB6 buggy and RT6 stadium truck. First up is the aluminium variant that is only slightly heavier compared to the kit’s plastic parts. They are designed to enhance the look while offering higher rigidity at the same time. Made from 7075-T6 aluminium the C-shaped parts sport laser-etched graphics and are usable for standard length, shorty and saddle pack battery configurations alike.

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January 30, 2014

JConcepts MP9 TK13 Silencer body shell

JConcepts have released their popular Silencer body shell for the Kyosho MP9 TK13 buggy. Designed for the use on high-speed tracks it features a narrowed, Finnisher stance cockpit that allows for smoother high-speed transition and increased flow in and out of the body for electrical air-flow. A deep recess behind the cab features dual channeling out the rear providing air escape along with rear-end stability. The side-pods have a clipped rear-end, narrowing the rear by angling just in front of the rear tyres. The extended runner features on the rear-end of the body enhance the force placed on the rear pods during high-speed acceleration. The main pods are heavily chamfered with a more heat-shrink design over the speed control and motor areas. The end result has the body looking extremely low-profile with heavy JConcepts edginess and appeal and it is capped off with a cockpit “shark fin” for more high-speed tracking stability and increased roof stiffness.

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January 23, 2014

FTW RB6 Nanofox bodyshell

For The Win introduce the Nanofox bodyshell for the Kyosho RB6 buggy. Stealth facets that define FTW style are fused with Grand Prix inspiration to cloak an all-business forward cab and impossibly low profile side pods with style. Like all FTW body shells, fitment is immaculate and most popular electronic suites are easily housed inside. The unique side pod profiles provide an ideally positioned air inlet opportunity. The body is formed from clear .030” polycarbonate and fits the buggy in both mid and rear- motor configurations, it includes moulded cut lines for each configuration as well as two .040 Fulcrum wings, a decal sheet, and window masks.

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January 21, 2014

Kyosho RB6 option parts

Kyosho soon have new option parts for the World Championship winning RB6 buggy available. First up is a lightweight chassis plate, made from 7075-T6 aluminium. Coming hard anodised the chassis also sports additional milled out sections for a lower weight compared to the standard kit chassis. Also new is the Blade lightweight body made from 0.6mm polycarbonate. Being of a lighter weight, using the body makes for a lower centre of gravity and a reduced all-up weight. Last but not least is a brass weight set for the rear bulkhead of mid motor converted cars. Included are a total of three weights as well as mounting hardware for a drop-in fit.

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January 20, 2014

Kyosho Plazma LM Mazda 787B

Available soon is Kyosho’s Mazda 787B based on the Plazma LM 1/12th scale pan car chassis. The kit is based on the Plazma Ra 1/12th competition chassis and features a long wheelbase FRP chassis, aluminium front suspension parts, alloy dampers and motor mount, as well as ball races, grippy foam tyres and it comes with a G20 brushed motor. Included are also one clear and one pre-painted Mazda 787B Le Mans body shell that resemble the monstrous Group C cars who attended at the 1991 24 Hours Le Mans race. Not included are the radio system, speed controller and battery.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

January 15, 2014

Kyosho vented off-road clutchbells

Kyosho soon have new vented 1/8th off-road clutch bells in 13T and 14T specification available. They are of a special design with five milled out sections for added heat dissipation compared to standard “closed bell” clutches. This feature not only reduces the rotation mass but also allows for a longer clutch life with both composite and aluminium shoes.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

January 10, 2014

Kyosho Ultima 2WD gear differential set

Originally designed for the Ultima SC and DB line of 2WD off-road vehicles, Kyosho’s 2WD gear differential set also fits the RB6 and RT6 as well as the SC-R competition kits. The set includes all needed parts to equip ball differential gearboxes with a gear diff in order to maximize traction on high bite surfaces such as astro turf, carpet and sugared clay.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]

January 2, 2014

Sweep RB6 1/10th Muzzle body

Sweep RB6 1/0th Muzzle body

Sweep Racing have released their new 1/10th Muzzle body for the Kyosho RB6 in rear and mid motor configurations. The shell features a rear vertical fin to keep it stable around corners, while the aggressive front windshield provides great cornering. Supplied with a window mask, decal and a 2 wing set.

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