August 19, 2015

Losi 1/14 Mini Desert Truck 4WD RTR kit

Losi 1/14 Mini Desert Truck 4WD RTR kit

Based off of the popular Mini 8ight platform is Losi’s forthcoming 1/14 Mini Desert 4WD truck. Loaded with a powerful 4500Kv brushless motor, a 2S LiPo-compatible speed controller and equipped with an uncompromising 4WD drivetrain, this highly capable desert truck can handle nearly anything thrown its way. Included with the car, that also features oil-filled shock absorbers, scale-inspired wheels and a Dakar-style body shell is a 7.2V 1200mAh NiMH battery, a suitable AC wall charger and a 2.4GHz radio system.

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August 15, 2015

VP Pro TLR 8ight-E 3.0 body shell

VP Pro TLR 8ight-E 3.0 body shell

VP Pro have released their latest body shell for theTLR 8ight-E 3.0 electric 1/8th scale buggy. Sporting a distinctive design, the body offers a channelled roof section for improved stability and simplified side pods for a clean design, improved airflow and lots of space for the car’s electric components. Made of high quality 1.0mm clear Lexan polycarbonate material.

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August 6, 2015

TLR 22-4 shorty chassis conversion kit

TLR 22-4 shorty chassis conversion kit

Coming in late August is the TLR shorty chassis conversion kit for the 22-4 4WD buggy. The set does away with the need to modify the standard chassis and side rails when running a shorty LiPo battery instead of the intended saddle pack. The aluminium chassis comes excessively milled to make sure all components sit as low as possible and included are new composite side rails, foam battery cushions and mounting hardware.

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August 4, 2015

Exotek Exo22 replacement bottom plates

Exotek Exo22 replacement bottom plates

Coming for Exotek’s recently introduced Exo22 chassis conversion kits are two replacement bottom plates. Made from either dark anodised 3mm 7075 aluminium or 2.5mm carbon fibre the plates not only are a direct replacement but they also act as a tuning aid as both are interchangeable and offer different characteristics. Using the carbon plate in a former aluminium car makes the buggy lighter and more responsive while the alloy chassis maximises stability and traction beside offering a lower centre of gravity.

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July 30, 2015

TLR Ogio 9800 Pit Bag & Backpack

TLR Ogio 9800 Pit Bag & Backpack

The famous Ogio 9800 series pit bag and universal bagback are now also available with TLR branding. The 9800 series bag is a favourite among World-travelling modellers and known for its versatility, durability and easy handling. Large openings, reinforced materials and several multi-use compartments make the bag stand out. Now available from Horizon Hobby and with the TLR logo you can not only carry all of your RC gear around but you can also go on vacation in style.

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July 30, 2015

Losi Audi R8 LMS Ultra FIA GT3 1/6th scale RTR kit

Losi Audi R8 LMS Ultra FIA GT3 1/6th scale RTR kit

Horizon Hobby have introduced the all-new Losi Audi R8 LMS Ultra FIA GT3 1/6th scale RTR kit. The full-scale car is one of the fastest R8 in racing and the Losi model is designed to match its performance on the model racing track. Based on a 3mm aluminium chassis the car features torque vectoring differentials for improved traction, 18mm big bore shock absorbers for best possible handling and a 1200kv 6S-compatible Dynamite brushless motor to propel the car to speeds of up to 100km/h. The Active Vehicle Control technology helps to control the car at high speed and in fast corners. The kit is topped off by an officially licensed Audi R8 WRT Racing Team bodyshell with rear wing, diffusor and mirrors.

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July 28, 2015

Exotek Exo22 TLR 22 mid motor chassis sets

Exotek Exo22 TLR 22 mid motor chassis sets

Coming from Exotek and made for the TLR 22 and 22 2.0 are two new mid motor chassis sets. Available in an aluminium and a carbon fibre variant the chassis allows for a range of battery layouts including the standard inline and a new lateral shorty position with the latter making the car easy to drive fast. The 3mm 7075 aluminium chassis variant will offer the most stability, traction and the lowest centre of gravity while the carbon fibre variant is very light of weight and very responsive. Both sets make use of new 5mm carbon side rails, they utilise a special easy access carbon fibre LiPo battery mount and the alloy gearbox brace is positioned further back to allow improved rearward battery positioning. The included, machined 7075 alloy nose plate is used for durability reasons and allows inexpensive chassis swaps between alloy and carbon fibre. Due to the larger footprint chassis the conversion requires a Kyosho RB6 compatible bodyshell for better battery clearance.

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