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November 3, 2017

Speedmerchant Rev 8.5 1/12th pan car kit – Coming soon

Speedmerchant have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming Rev 8.5 1/12th scale pan car kit. The car was developed with the goal on making it easier and smoother to drive on the high-grip black carpet, while still offering exceptional performance on gray/European-style floor. No official details on specifications and features have been released yet but we bring you all updates as they become available.

Source: Speedmerchant [teamspeedmerchant.com]

November 2, 2017

Serpent Cobra GT 3.1 Team Edition 1/8th nitro GT kit

Coming soon from Serpent is the Cobra GT 3.1 Team Edition 1/8th nitro GT kit. The popular Cobra GT has received some subtle refinements and improvements such as longer lower shock extensions that will fine-tune the car’s handling characteristics. Also new in the suspension compartment are updated carbon fibre shock towers and hard-coated aluminium shock mounts. Also part of the upgrade are silver front and black rear springs as well as 2.3mm and rear 2.7mm anti-roll bars to make for a refined kit setup. The 3.1 variant is rounded out by the SRX8-inspired brake setup with steel brake discs, pre-glued brake pads and aluminium centre brackets that will ensure a smoother operating brake with less fading and overall easier maintenance.

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November 2, 2017

SWorkz Apollo 1/8th electric Pro RTR buggy

SWorkz have announced the soon release of their new Apollo 1/8th electric Pro ready-to-run buggy. No information on specifications and features is available yet but we bring you all details as soon as they surface.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

November 2, 2017

TLR 22T 4.0 Race Kit 2WD stadium truck

TLR have introduced the 4.0 version of their successful 22T 1/10th 2WD stadium truck. It features some drastic improvements including a mid-motor laydown transmission, a reversible rear shock tower for forward and rear shock mounting as well as a new body shell that supports the new rear shock tower option. As for the new gearbox configuration, the laydown design shifts the motor forward by 20mm which results in a truck that stays much flatter and drives more consistent while the included HDS slipper makes for more consistent drivetrain performance. On the suspension side of things the 4.0 relies on aluminium plate rear hubs for easy roll centre adjustments, while the new rear shock tower allows to run the shock in front of the rear A-arms on higher grip surfaces while the rear position is better on lower grip tracks. Other features include a 7075-T6 aluminium chassis, transverse battery mounting, adjustable toe and anti-squat, as well as a fully updated ball differential. The kit is rounded out by a new motor fan mount and a new body shell.

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October 30, 2017

Xray XT2 2018 2WD stadium truck – Coming soon

The latest Xray vehicle to receive a 2018 refreshment is the XT2 1/10th 2WD stadium truck. As usual no official information is available prior to the release, but the latter being expected for early November and we bring you all details and images as soon as they become available.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

October 29, 2017

SWorkz S35-GT Pro 1/8th nitro GT kit

SWorkz have introduced their new S35-GT 1/8th nitro GT kit. Based on the electric-powered S35-GTE platform, with whom the nitro kit shares the front and rear suspension parts and gearboxes, the nitro GT features a new 2-speed centre transmission and an Ackermann steering system that comes straight from the S35-3 nitro buggy. The front upper suspension arms of the vehicle are of a multi-piece design with optional carbon fibre covers helping to add strength when running in high ambient temperatures or on very high-bite tracks. A unique front shock tower design allows for easy suspension geometry changes and the 7075 aluminium main chassis with L.F.C. Lower Friction Coefficient system will improve overall grip while offering less friction when bottoming out. The kit is rounded out by a newly developed radio tray that ensures precise throttle and braking response.

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October 27, 2017

Traxxas TRX-4 Tactical Unit RTR truck

Based off of the Traxxas TRX-4 1/10th 4WD trail truck chassis comes the new Tactical Unit, a rapid-response vehicle designed to charge into practically any situation, emerging unscathed and ready for the next adventure. From broken concrete and back-alley climbing, to mud, rocks, and streams, the all-terrain vehicle conquers it all as it shares the innovative features and capability of the TRX-4 scale and trail crawler, but includes a rugged, lightweight tactical body for increased agility. Included in the package are the pre-painted ProGraphix Night Camo body, a waterproof XL-5 HV speed controller, metal gear steering servo, and a TQi 2.4GHZ radio system.

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October 26, 2017

Tamiya M-05 NSU TT Jägermeister – Coming soon

Coming soon from Tamiya is the M-05 chassis kit with NSU TT Jägermeister body shell. No further information is available when it comes to chassis features and specifications but as usual for most modellers the highly detailed body is the most important item in the kit with the NSU TT being an iconic German 1960/70’s race car whose replica body will feature plastic mirrors and a detailed decal sheet.

Source: Tamiya Blog [tamiyablog.com]