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November 18, 2016

H.A.R.M. RK-1 large scale kart kit

German large scale specialists H.A.R.M. have released first images of their new RK-1 1/2.5th scale kart kit. Aimed at modellers that seek a more easy and cost-effective way into large scale racing the kart offers scale looks with performance to match. The vehicle is based on a sturdy alloy chassis and features front and rear brakes, a scale chain drivetrain, a powerful gasoline engine and also a scale driver with helmet. The kit will become available by December and includes a Zenoah G260 engine, Mielke exhaust and airbox, GRP tyres and clear polycarbonate body panels.

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November 18, 2016

Team Associated tease new 1/10th scale 4WD buggy

Team Associated have started teasing their all-new and highly anticipated 1/10th 4WD buggy. The follow-up model of the long-running and highly successful B44 platform will utilise an aluminium main chassis plate, new suspension components with aluminium suspension mounts and it will also use metric hardware as do the B6 and B5 platforms. More teaser images of the prototype buggy are expected to surface soon and we keep you up to date on the progress of the project.

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November 17, 2016

TLR 22SCT 3.0 2WD short course truck kit

Team Losi Racing have introduced their new 22SCT 1/10th 2WD mid motor short course truck kit. Building on the proven 22 platform the latest incarnation offers a revised mid motor mounting location with the motor being 12mm closer to the diff gear, resulting in an increased rear weight bias and thus improved rear traction on corner exit. The 3-gear transmission also makes for quicker acceleration and better handling with a 4-gear gearbox being available separately. Also new to the 3.0 is a revised rear suspension geometry that further adds rear end grip without loosing corner speed. The rear arms and shock towers have revised shock mounting locations. The jumping, landing, and chassis roll dynamics of the rear end have been optimised for a higher rear weight bias percentage. Rounding out the drivetrain is the new HDS slipper with heavy-duty spring that allows for a wider range of adjustments while being more consistent at the same time.

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November 17, 2016

HB Racing E817 1/8th electric buggy kit

Following numerous teasers, HB Racing have finally revealed all information on their forthcoming E817 1/8th scale electric buggy kit. Based off of the World Championship winning D815 the electric variant, that won the 2016 EFRA 1/8th E-Buggy Euros, utilises a range of purpose-designed features such as a low-centre of gravity battery mount that allows the use of brick-type 4S, 2S standard and 2S shorty LiPo packs with the drivetrain utilising an optimised 43T/10T gearbox. The motor mount is of a unique clamp-type design and the updated hinge pins offer easier front and rear differential access. The covered receiver box and the electronics mounts are removable for easy of cleaning and the buggy is usable without a special “E”-body as most nitro bodies fit – included with the kit will come a Pro-Line Predator and a genuine Pro-Line lightweight wing. Other features included are updated rear hubs that are now compatible with universals and CVA-type drive shafts while optional D arm mounts allow the fine-tuning of the rear toe adjustments. On top of this the E817 will be compatible with almost all of the available D815 tuning items.

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November 15, 2016

Shepherd Velox F1 updates

Shepherd have announced a number of small updates for the Velox F1 for the 16/17 winter season. From now on the front lower wishbones will be machined from a stiffer carbon material for a more direct feeling of the car while the geometry of the upper wishbone mount has been updated to ensure freer movement of the wishbones.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

November 15, 2016

Arrma Nero Fazon & Outcast

The Nero Fazon from Arrma mixes a sleek, low-profile design with innovative Diff Brain technology to optimize performance in any condition. Already proven in the best-selling Arrma Nero, the Diff Brain enables Nero Fazon racers to switch between four versatile driving styles (Blast, Wheelie, Drift and Climb) on the fly, right from the transmitter. Each style engages a special combination of the three gear diffs to achieve the best traction and handling for specific tasks and terrains. A unique feature is a standard wheelie bar that helps keep the front wheels in contact with the ground. A powerful BLX4075 2000kV 4-pole 6S brushless motor, dependable waterproof BLX200 ESC and interference-free Tactic TTX300 radio system add to the ready-to-run convenience.

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November 14, 2016

Team Magic E6 III BES RTR

Team Magic have announced the E6 III “BES” RTR, which is a ready to run full option version of their popular E6 III HX Monster Truck. Primarily set to only be an ARR version for TM fans, they didn’t expected the great success the BES obtained and with many users asking for a RTR version of this extreme Monster, they decided to release this ultra powerful RTR version called E6 III “BES” RTR.

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November 11, 2016

Xray X1 2017 Formula kit – Coming soon

Xray have released a first teaser for their forthcoming X1 2017 Formula kit. No details are available yet but expect photos, information and the successor to the 2015/16 Euro Touring Series winning kit itself to surface shortly.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]