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July 31, 2013

Kyosho Comic Racer BCS Subaru Impreza

Kyosho Germany introduce a new line of Mini-Z vehicles in the form of the Comic Racer BCS with Subaru Impreza body shell. Based on the MB-011 4WD shaft-driven chassis the 204mm long vehicle offers a fully ball-raced drivetrain, slipper clutch, long stroke suspension components with fluid-filled shock absorbers, and high-grip off-road tyres. Included with the factory-assembled fun racer comes a digital steering servo and a 2.4GHz ESC/receiver unit. The chassis is topped-off by a pre-designed comic-style Subaru Impreza body shell and is available including a KT-18 radio system or as car only.

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July 25, 2013

FTW Night Fox body shell for the MP9

For The Win come up with this Night Fox body shell for Kyosho’s MP9 off-road buggy. Made from tough 0.40″ polycarbonate the shell sports FTW’s distinctive Night Fox lines that are a bit of a departure from the current breed of cab forward bodies. The body is a direct fit on all MP9 TKI3, comes with window masks and also includes a FTW logo decal sheet.

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July 15, 2013

Kyosho Kanai tool tray

Kyosho Germany introduce the tool tray, a handy storage compartment to keep your workspace tidy. The Yuichi Kanai designed tray helps to organise tools, wrenches, gauges, and even small parts while build or maintenance work. Made from tough plastic the organiser will take up to two sets of pliers, five wrenches, a calliper and many more.

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July 5, 2013

Kyosho Mini-Z, Scorpion XXL & RB6 option parts

Kyosho Mini-Z, Scorpion & RB6 option parts

Kyosho Germany announce the release of several new option parts for the Mini-Z line of cars and buggies, the Scorpion XXL and the RB6 buggy. Starting with the Mini-Z parts, new is the Audi R8 LMS body set for the AWD line of cars. The limited edition item comes chrome plated and is specially made to celebrate Kyosho’s 50th anniversary. It fits all Mini-Z AWD cars. Made for the Mini-Z MB-010 buggies is an anti-roll bar set. Designed for the use on the front and the rear of the vehicle the option part reduces the chassis roll on high grip surfaces in order to improve corner speed and handling. Included are three pairs of front and rear anti-roll bars and mounting hardware.

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July 4, 2013

Much More RB6 Wonder body & Fashion wing

Much More RB6 Wonder body & Fashion wing-1

Much More introduce the Wonder body shell and Fashion wing for the Kyosho RB6 2WD buggy. The body sports a distinctive mid-cap design with reduced projection area for less aerodynamic drag, improved straight line speed and a more balanced low/high speed handling. A shark fin around the rear roof section improves straight line stability and jumping. The body is useable for mid and rear motor buggies and comes with a suitable Fashion called wing which is also available separately.

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June 25, 2013

RDRP turn attentions to the RB6

Having released many great option parts for the Team Durango DEX210 option parts, Revolution Design Racing Products have announced that they are expanding to make a lot of new option parts for the popular Kyosho RB6 2WD Buggy. The new range of parts will kill the weak points of the RB6 and make it faster and stronger and it also allows allow for quick and easy adjustment of the weight distribution. Expect some releases in late August.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

June 5, 2013

Kyosho Masters 2013 – Announcement

Kyosho France announce the 15th running of the Kyosho Masters. The race will take place at Sucy en Brie in France from the 14th to the 16th of June this year. It will be your typical Masters with top racing, lots of fun and giveaways. For more information you can contact the organisers at kyoshomasters@kyoshoeurope.com

June 5, 2013

Avid RB5/6 HD long rear axle conversion

New from Avid comes the HD long Kyosho rear axle conversion for RB5/6 2WD and ZX-5 4WD buggies. The set is designed to place the stock short type rear shafts with a longer and more rigid solution in order to improve the overall durability. An extended thread section makes fitting aftermarket rear wheels much easier and does away with the need to run serrated low profile nuts. Included with the kit, that also fits the Ultima SC truck, comes a pair of rear axles, two clamping hex adapters, solid axle pins and hardware.

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