Tamiya have introduced two new TT-02 based kits in the form of the Mercedes-AMG GT3 and the TT-02R race kit. Starting with the Merc, the AMG GT3 comes on the proven TT-02 entry-level 4WD chassis and it includes a replica body shell that mimics Mercedes’ successful GT race car. The kit will hit stores about mid-December and it includes a comprehensive decal sheet and grippy slick tyres on multi-spoke rims.
Xray have introduced the XT2 1/10th 2WD racing truck kit. The vehicle is based off of the popular XB2 2WD buggy but it sports some purpose designed features specially aimed at the competitive truck racing class. To make for a sturdy base the XT2 comes with a hard-coated 2mm 7075 aluminium main chassis plate with the composite side guards offering Xray’s Multi-Flex technology to adapt the overall chassis stiffness to the track conditions. The battery mount allows for several battery and electronic layouts including saddle and shorty packs and the use of standard or low-profile steering servos. Optional upper decks and lower chassis braces in medium and hard compound allow to further adjust the chassis flex to your liking.
Xray have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming 1/8th nitro GT kit. The GT or Rally Game class, as it is called in their south European birth countries, attracts more and more companies to convert their nitro buggies into tarmac-eating on-road machines with Xray being the latest to hit the stage. We bring you more information on the project as they surface.
ARC have introduced the latest incarnation of their R11 electric touring car kit. The 2017 variant is an evolution of the R11 platform with the refinements made targeting improved consistency in a variety of grip conditions and also upped overall performance. First up comes the new main chassis that is made of specially sourced carbon fibre for higher strength and stiffness while the redesigned shape makes for more balanced flex characteristics. This is further backed by a reshaped upper deck that increases overall chassis stiffness for an improved handling.
HPI Racing’s Q32 line of micro ready-to-run vehicles is getting an addition in the form of the new Q32 Trophy Truggy. The palm-sizes truck is based off of the Q32 D8T Tessmann Edition micro truggy and it features Real Steer technology for a precise steering control and utilises a single arm front suspension and a solid axle rear end. The internal battery can be charged using the transmitter or an external USB device and the truggy is rounded out by grippy foam tyres and a pre-painted and pre-decorated truck body and rear wing.
Ripmax have introduced the Across 1/12th scale 4WD RTR rock crawler. Factory-assembled the vehicle features an independent front suspension with laydown shock absorbers as well as a rigid rear axle construction for that ultimate scale look. To this add a fluorescent roll cage, colourful body panels and grippy all-terrain rock crawler tyres on beadlock design rims. The Across is powered by a brushed motor and it comes including a 1500mAh LiPo battery and 230V fast charger.
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Hot on the heels of Losi’s 8ight-T RTR truggy comes the 8ight Nitro RTR buggy. Using a 4mm T6 aluminium main chassis plate as a solid base, the vehicle also utilises the proven 8ight suspension parts of its ROAR nationals winning 8ight race sibling but it comes with pre-set suspension settings thanks to fixed suspension links. A 3-gear shaft-driven drivetain makes for exceptional traction in all track conditions and fluid-filled shock absorbers soak up hard landings and rough terrain. The buggy comes with the Gen II radio tray for longer servo life, front universal driveshafts, anti-roll bars front and rear, a pull-start .21 engine and also including a pre-painted bodyshell and pre-glued high traction tyres. Also included with the factory-assembled vehicle come genuine Spektrum metal gear servos, and a DX2E 2.4GHz radio system.
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Losi have introduced their new 8ight-T 1/8th scale nitro ready-to-run truggy. Based off of the multiple ROAR nationals winning TLR 8ight platform the vehicles comes factory-assembled and equipped with high-quality components. It makes use of a shaft-driven 4WD drivetrain with three fluid-filled gear differentials, front universal driveshafts and it utilises a suspension with pre-set geometry thanks to fixed-length camber and steering suspension links. Adjustable 15mm oil-filled shock absorbers soak up even the roughest of terrain and a Dynamite .28 pull-starter engine delivers loads of oomph. The truggy is rounded out by waterproof Spektrum metal gear servos, a Dynamite 1600mAh receiver battery and a Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system as well as a pre-painted bodyshell and pre-glued tyres.
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