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April 3, 2018

WRC Racing F18 1/10th formula car kit

Italian company WRC Racing have introduced their new F18 1/10th formula car kit. The competition spec kit makes use of a slim carbon fibre main chassis and it utilises a front composite upper arm suspension with new design lower carbon fibre arms, the kit includes a new aluminium central steel bell crank with servo saver, a new servo mount plate for low-profile servos as well as a new adjustable battery mount that allows to run the battery in transversal or longitudinal position. An adjustable single tube damper controls the chassis roll in corners as does the updated adjustable rear tweak system. The kit is rounded out by ETS-legal front and rear wings and a new high-downforce body shell.

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April 3, 2018

Traxxas Slash 2WD F-150 Raptor Replica truck

Traxxas have introduced a new body shell variant for their popular Slash 2WD short course truck in the form of the Ford F-150 Raptor Replica truck with silver, black and orange FOX livery. The proven 2WD truck is equipped with a composite tub chassis with huge ground clearance, the metal gear Magnum 272 transmission with Revo-spec slipper clutch, water-sealed receiver box and steering servo as well as adjustable steel turnbuckles and powder-coated springs. Also included is the name-giving FOX livery Ford F-150 body shell with moulded details such as front grille and bumper, engine cover vents and side mirrors, and the package is rounded out by a Traxxas Power Cell NiMH battery, a suitable peak-detecting fast charger and a 2.4GHZ TQ radio system.

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April 2, 2018

Team Associated RC10T6.1 Team Kit stadium truck

Following a first teaser image released on social media, Team Associated have officially introduced the long-awaited T6.1 Team Kit 1/10th 2WD stadium truck. Based on AE’ B6.1 platform, the RC10T6.1 Team Kit represents the next step in the evolution for competitive truck racing. The RC10T6.1 Team Kit began life with the many great advantages already learned through the development of the RC10B6.1. Armed with extensive feedback from racers, the engineers behind the doors of Team Associated’s Area 51 set off to design the ultimate truck chassis utilising every advantage possible. Like the RC10B6.1, the RC10T6.1 has new features, such as an easy-access differential with height adjustment, and an all-new slipper assembly. Also part of the package is a layback Stealth transmission for a lower and more rearward centre of gravity, aluminium C and D mounts as well as a Pro-Line Enforcer body shell. The kit is set for a release in April.

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April 2, 2018

Team Associated RC10SC6.1 Team Kit short course truck

Hot on the heels of the T6.1 Team Kit stadium truck comes Team Associated’s all-new SC6.1 Team Kit 1/10th 2WD short course truck. The vehicle used Team Associated’s B6.1 platform and utilises many of the parts developed for the T6.1 such as long-travel suspension arms with moulded inserts for the rear shocks as well as a layback Stealth transmission with height adjustable ball differential, long V2 12mm big bore shock absorbers and bulkheads with front and rear anti-roll bar integration for easy tuning. The kit comes without body shell, wheels and tyres and it is set for a release in April.

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March 30, 2018

Mugen Seiki MRX6R – Teaser image

Mugen Seiki have released a first teaser image of the forthcoming MRX6R 1/8th nitro on-road kit. No official details about the car’s specifications and features are available yet but looking at the image it appears that the R variant will utilise a new radio plate design for improved front end flex. We bring you more details on the kit as soon as they become available.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]

March 28, 2018

Xpress Execute XQ1S sport touring car kit

Xpress have released more information on their forthcoming Execute XQ1 sport touring car kit. The vehicle, designed for club-level racers, is based off of the competition XQ1 chassis but features some downgrades such as more cost-efficient black fibreglass parts such as chassis, top deck, shock towers and upper servo mount plate as well as moulded front and rear bulkheads – the latter still of the keyed 1-piece design as are the XQ1 kit’s alloy counterparts. The design will reduce the changes of the chassis assembly becoming tweaked after impacts. Also made from moulded composite are items such as the front and rear lower A-arms mount, however the kit sports competition-inspired items such as left/right thread turnbuckles, a sturdy aluminium motor mount and threaded oil-filled shock absorbers with upper and lower alloy caps and spring preload nuts. The kit is fully compatible with all of the carbon fibre and aluminium goodies of the XQ1, allowing racers to upgrade the car if needed and the kit is set for a release in April.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

March 28, 2018

Tamiya Plasma Edge II Black Metallic edition

Tamiya have introduced their new Plasma Edge II Black Metallic edition 1/10th 4WD entry-level buggy kit. The vehicle makes use of the proven TT-02B shaft-driven tub chassis with long-travel suspension, oil-filled CVA shock absorbers, 4-bevel gear differentials and motor mount with pre-set gear ratio positions for easy assembly. The kit is topped off by a pre-painted metallic black body shell, it comes with a large decal sheet and grippy pin tyres on black rims.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

March 27, 2018

ECX Barrage Gen2 RTR 1.55 scaler

The ECX 1/12 Barrage Gen2 4WD 1.55 Scaler crawler is built to tackle the most terrifying of terrain. This version builds upon the original Barrage scaler’s reputation with exclusive features. Perfect for entry level drivers looking to move into the growing scaler movement, this crawler can take on all challenges no matter the driver’s skill level. It uses a 1.55” wheel and licensed Falken Wildpeak M/T tyre/wheel combo, significantly refining the look of the body to wheel proportion. The Gen2 has axle housings that no longer require the wide wheel hex extensions. This strengthens the axles and provides more consistent steering. Larger servo mount and steering links allow for bigger servos while the Dynamite Tazer 390 size motor runs cooler and with more torque. A true 4-link suspension with improved articulation and strength is a substantial upgrade. From the brand known for its rugged durability, this scaler is a great introduction to extreme driving through any ruthless environment including rocks, woods, mud and the neighbourhood creek.

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