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January 3, 2017

SWorkz release new S35-3 teaser image

SWorkz have released a new teaser image of the forthcoming S35-3 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. Following a front suspension image the Asian company now also released an image of the rear section, showing the updated suspension geometry, the redesigned radio tray and a part of the 7075 aluminium chassis that allows to add up to 45g of weight to fine-tune the weight bias. Still no word yet on a release date but when looking at the teaser it seems that the buggy is pretty much production ready.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

January 2, 2017

Awesomatix A800X 2017 touring car kit

Coming soon from Awesomatix is the A800X touring car kit. The 2017 version of the popular touring car will feature several improvements, refinements and option parts including updated main chassis plates with updated flex, suspension and drivetrain geometry. Adding to this is a redesigned top deck with new flex adjustment and updated ST55 and ST019 parts while new bulkheads and a new motor mount are also part of the 2017 package. Other parts included are updated eccentric diff holders for altered axle heights, as well as a ball-raced swaybar system with integrated droop adjustment feature, a new spool and 38T pulley, and new damper mounts with limited A and B setting adjustment. The kit is rounded out by new SPR02X damper output shafts, AM06WL hubs, optimised geometry C01M1 carbon A-arms as well as the linear steering rack. The A800X is available as 2.2 carbon fibre chassis, soft alloy and hard alloy chassis variant and it will hit stores in the coming weeks.

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December 30, 2016

PR Racing SB401-LW Lightweight Edition 4WD buggy

PR Racing have introduced the latest version of the PRSB401 1/10th 4WD buggy, the SB401-LW Lightweight Edition. In addition to extensive use of carbon fibre materials, the kit includes 12mm wheel hexes, new quieter differential gearboxes and a turnbuckle top deck design to improve torsional flex characteristics. With the use of various lightweight parts the buggy is about 60g lighter to improve agility and efficiency on the track. The kit is rounded out by lightweight centre driveshafts and a lightweight bodyshell.

View a list of the new parts and more images here

December 29, 2016

Losi Rock Rey 1/10th 4WD RTR rock racer

Horizon Hobby have introduced the Losi Rock Rey 1/10th scale 4WD rock racer. Running on 2.2″ tyres the vehicle can bash over pretty much anything, anywhere, through mud and water. The foundation consists of a 3.5mm, hard-anodised aluminium chassis plate that is integrated with a realistic roll cage made of tough composite material. To this it adds a long-travel, independent front suspension and 4-link live rear axle that look and function exactly like their full-scale counterparts. The attached long-travel shocks soak up the energy from big bumps and jumps an they also feature threaded shock bodies with adjustment collars. External bump stops on the rear provide plush landings on the hardest surfaces.

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December 23, 2016

Agama A215T 1/8th nitro truggy kit

UK Agama distributors Nemo Racing have released first information on the forthcoming A215T 1/8th nitro truggy kit. Building on the popular A215 buggy platform the A215T features a new 3mm 7075 aluminium chassis with centralised engine placement, 17mm big bore threaded shocks with 4mm shock shafts as well as 43/10 ring and pinion gears with the A215 DBS differential system. Other features include a Ferodo-style brake system, an updated A215 steering system, widened and stiffer suspension arms as well as the A215’s captured rear gearbox casing. Also part of the package are new style hinge pin holders with multiple positions and new inserts, a clunk-style fuel tank with splash shield, a side-mounted centre diff plate with brake calliper pistons as well as Metric alloy steel screws. The kit is rounded out by a redesigned bodyshell to improve durability and aerodynamic performance.

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December 23, 2016

Serpent Spyder SDX4 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Coming soon from Serpent is the SDX4 1/10th 4WD buggy kit. The buggy was pretty successful already in prototype stages with Jörn Neumann having taken the 2016 EFRA European 4WD Buggy title. The vehicle is based on a hard-anodised aluminium chassis that allows for a variety of different motor and battery layouts while its simple design and shaft drivetrain make maintenance and setup easy. After removing a handful of transmission parts the car can also be run as a 2WD which can be a hot ticket for very high-bite tracks.

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December 23, 2016

Agama A215SV 1/8th nitro buggy – Coming soon

Agama have released first details of the forthcoming A215SV 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. Taking the attributes of the A215 platform the SV version will feature a redesigned front end with C-Hub front steering geometry to make the car even easier to drive whilst providing more steering lock. The car will also utilise a new weight distribution and all details should become available in time for the release which is scheduled for early January.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

December 20, 2016

SWorkz S35-3 1/8th Buggy – Teaser

SWorkz have released a new teaser image and more information on their forthcoming S35-3 1/8th nitro buggy. The kit will feature new-style front upper arms with carbon fibre covers that reduce dirt build-up but also allow for stiffness adjustments to adjust the overall suspension behaviour on different track conditions. The buggy will also come with an “unique front shock tower” and also a new steering Ackermann geometry for optimised corner characteristics. The kit is set for a release in early 2017 and we bring you more information as they surface.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]