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October 12, 2012

JConcepts B-Max2 Finnisher body

JConcepts introduce the Finnisher design body shell for the Yokomo B-Max2 buggy. The cab forward body is a direct replacement for the kit shell and features an increased windshield angle for better jumping characteristics and an increased steering feeling. The side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralize the at-speed handling. The rear of the cab has a new step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also a louver which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. Included come two 6.5″ wide hi-clearance wings window masks and decal sheet.

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August 14, 2012

Yokomo BD7 EP touring car

Yokomo have released official images and details of their new BD7, which was run in the latter part of this year’s ETS in the lead up to the World championships in The Netherlands. Optimum weight balance has been achieved by moving the motor 9.5mm further inward, while the chassis features symmetrical construction for optimal chassis flex. Other new items include the floating steering servo mount and the split aluminium suspension mounts.

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July 4, 2012

Alien Racing Yokomo R12 conversion kit

Alien Racing have introduced a new conversion kit for the Yokomo R12 1/12th scale chassis which allows you to place the battery in longitudinally. The main chassis is 4mm longer and the central shock is now moved 12mm further forward. The rear body mounts have also been moved 4mm further forward to reduce the spacing between the front and rear posts. Other changes include the ability to remove the pack without removing the plates and due to the new layout the weight distribution between the left and right is improved.

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February 20, 2012

Alien Racing BD5 2.5mm top deck

Alien Racing have created a new upper deck for the Yokomo BD5 made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre. Especially created for carpet racing the thicker material makes the car more precise and more stable, while at the same time making it easier to corner consistently. The upper deck is made of a similar carbon and is visually identical to that of the Yokomo original.

Source: Alien Racing [alienracing.fr]

October 16, 2011

Yokomo B-Max2 shots

At this week’s 51st All Japan Hobby Show Yokomo presents what looks like the production model of the company’s first electric 2WD off-road buggy. Seen for the first time at the Shizuoka Hobby Show back in May, the car features a class-standard plastic composite chassis, composite shock towers, big bore shock absorbers and something that looks like a quick-release battery hold down. The kit looks to be conventional a rear-motor-only affair with the speed controller becomes mounted atop the battery as the chassis side pods are very narrow making for a slim chassis design.

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August 17, 2011

Yokomo R12 front lower arm set

Yokomo have introduced a new front lower arm set for their World Championship winning R12. The new parts incorporate a couple of changes such as an updated position for the front spring and adjustable spring tension as well as up- and down stop settings. Also a harder plastic material is used on the arms.

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June 22, 2011

Yokomo 1/10 & 1/12 setup board

Yokomo release a setup board made for 1/10 and 1/12 scale on-road cars. With dimensions of 300x420x9mm it is ideal for touring, GT500 and 1/12 scale on-road cars and also easy to transport and store. Made from lightweight material and covered with a bright, resistant layer.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

May 13, 2011

Yokomo 2wd buggy prototype

Seen at this year’s Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan that is taking place this week, is the new prototype Yokomo 2wd buggy. Currently just made from prototyping material there was little details available so we contacted Yokomo who told us that the car’s design is not yet finalized and that it will not be ready for this year’s Worlds. Their team drivers will once again run the B4.1 in 2wd.

Image: Tresrey [tresrey.com]