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April 20, 2022

Serpent Viper 990 1/8 GP chassis

Serpent have announced the release of the Viper 990, the successor of the successful 989. The team have spent a lot time testing and development to improve the 989 platform and have put a lot of emphasis on the flex characteristic since that showed very promising results. The main new features include the ultra-narrow chassis which has been milled down to allow the lower radio plate as well as to improve flex. The central hole underneath the tank is narrower, as a consequence of the narrower chassis and so the central weight bridge is now mounted from underneath and allows for a quick change of the weight. The front weight bridge is now also mounted from the bottom to allow easy access to the weight and is now also adjustable from the bottom. There are 2 additional locations to put a small weight, just behind the servo-saver and in front of the engine. The engine has been lowered 1mm for improved flex as well to lower the CG.

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April 1, 2022

Serpent SRX8 GTE 1/8 4wd EP RTR

Serpent now offers the SRX8 GTE in a Ready To Race package, to make this car even more attractive to a broader customer base. Featuring top-quality components throughout such 4wd with cardan shafts, compact & durable gear-diffs, aluminium motor mount, super low longitudinal battery boxes, compact speedo-servo mount, unique angled steering system, 16mm big bore shocks, ball raced anti-roll bars FR and RR, aluminium shock towers, durable suspension and transmission parts and captured suspension pins. The package is completed with pre painted body shell and 2.4 GHz transmitter, waterproof electronic speed controller with small footprint, which fits the SRX8 GTE like a glove and a strong 1900KV brushless motor with lots of torque. Only parts required are the LiPo batteries, charger and transmitter batteries.

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December 15, 2021

Serpent SRX8 Ready To Race version

Serpent now offers the SRX8 1/8 scale Buggy also in a Ready To Race version, so also Hobby racers can now join in for the action. This SRX8 RTR version includes it all. To top off an already awesome package, it includes the powerful .21 Serpent 3-port pull start engine, high end racing chassis with top quality parts and the impressive Dragon RC 2.4Ghz pistol grip transmitter.

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November 19, 2021

T-Works SRX8 DLC coated shock shafts

For the Serpent SRX8 buggy and GT cars, T-Works have produced new front and rear DLC coated shock shafts. The front buggy shafts are 62.3mm, while the rear buggy shafts are 71mm with the GT front and rear shafts both 50.5mm. Sold as a pair, the DLC coating provides a smooth and rigid surface for a better performing shock absorber.

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August 26, 2021

Serpent SRX8e RTR 1/8 4wd EP buggy

Serpent have announced that they now offer the SRX8e-buggy in a Ready To Race version. Top-quality components packed in a TR package is the best start a hobby driver can make. High end racing chassis with top quality parts, impressive 2.4 GHz transmitter, waterproof electronic speed controller with small footprint, combined with a strong 1900KV brushless motor with lots of torque.

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July 29, 2021

Serpent sign Meen Vejrak & Charlee Phutiyotin

Serpent are excited to announce the signing of not one but two household names in the RC community, Meen Vejrak and Charlee Phutiyotin. With vast amounts of experience across a wide range of classes including a World Championship title, multiple World Championship Finals, TITC Champion, Thailand 1/8 Buggy Champion, ETS Finalist and Reedy Race Finalist, they will bring something special to the team. Meen had this to say about the new deal:

Serpent was one of the first names I’ve heard of when I was just beginning my career in car racing. I am excited to announce that from now on I will be representing this brand and become a part of the Factory Team. Thank you to the Serpent factory for this opportunity.

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June 26, 2021

Serpent Medius X20’21 FWD chassis

Serpent have introduced an update to their Medius X20 FWD chassis, with a focus on the car’s steering and drivetrain. While the majority of the car remains the same as its predecessor the car now comes with the all new dual ball bearing DJC shafts in the front, and in the rear the all new ball raced CVDs are included as standard. Giving ultra-smooth & silent torque application throughout the suspension and steering travel. Keeping with their successful dual pivot ball suspension system, they have created even more adjustment to fine tune the handling characteristics. Their new steering hub allows adjustment of axle height, offset and roll centre. Utilising these options has allowed their team drivers to create more corner speed over the previous model. And finally you can now have the option to side mount your LiPo battery.

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March 5, 2021

Serpent SRX4 Gen3 4wd EP buggy

Serpent have introduced their all new SRX4 Gen3 4wd buggy. Developed alongside the company’s SRX2 Gen3, the new car shares over 50% of its parts with its 2wd counterpart meaning less spare parts need be carried by the racer. A belt driven car, it utilises a dual belt system which allows the motor to be mounted along the car’s centre line. The chassis is made from 7075-T6 aluminium, it’s narrower in design for better flex characteristics, while it also incorporates a new packaging concept for the front pivots and diff position, to give greater ground clearance. The steering system has also been updated to reduce maintenance time, increase drivability, reduce any unwanted bump steer, and create a smoother linear Ackerman curve.

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