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February 15, 2016

Team Associated RC8T3e Team Kit 1/8th E-Truggy

Following the recent introduction of the RC8T3 1/8th nitro truggy, Team Associated now also released information on the electric-powered RC8T3e Team Kit. The E-truggy was developed based on the RC8T3 nitro truggy and uses a unique proprietary hard-anodised 7075-T6 aluminium chassis specifically designed for brushless power with optimum weight distribution and superior handling. The RC8T3e shares over 90 percent parts compatibility with the RC8T3 truck, offering the perfect solution for multi-class racers. The electric kit was designed to handle and respond to changes like the nitro-powered vehicle with this similar handling characteristic giving the racer a huge advantage, as tuning changes can be applied seamlessly. The kit is set for a release in April.

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February 12, 2016

Xray XB2 Dirt Edition 1/10th 2WD buggy kit

Following the XB2 Carpet Edition 1/10th 2WD buggy kit that was introduced back in November, Xray now also release all information on the forthcoming Dirt Edition kit. The buggy was designed for very-low to medium-high traction conditions and it comes with a 3-gear gearbox with high layshaft design, moving the motor much closer to the differential than the Carpet Edition gearbox. This makes for improved rear traction in low-grip conditions which is further helped by the inclusion of a ball differential instead of a gear diff as in the Carpet kit. Other Dirt-specific features include medium composite suspension parts, composite front and rear shock towers as well as a specially designed motor upper brace and battery strap. The kit will hit the stores world-wide very soon.

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February 11, 2016

Team Associated RC8T3 Team Kit

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Taking all of the performance engineering developed for the RC8B3 nitro and RC8B3e electric buggies, Team Associated have finally announced their new nitro powered truggy, the RC8T3 Team Kit. Sharing many parts with the RC8B3, offering the perfect solution for multi-class racers, it uses a unique proprietary hard anodized 7075-T6 aluminium chassis specifically designed for optimum weight distribution and superior handling, making the RC8T3 drives like a champ. The RC8T3 has received an updated suspension that features a pillow-ball front upright for maximum steering and durability. Refined 16mm Big Bore hard-anodized aluminium threaded shocks and 3.5mm alloy shock shafts provide plush suspension travel, while precision universal drive shafts front and rear keep suspension travel free through the entire stroke.

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February 11, 2016

Destiny RX-10S 1/10th touring car kit

Following a couple of prototype images, Destiny have released a handful of production kit images of their all-new RX-10S 1/10th touring car kit. At the first glance the car is of a class-standard design with a double deck carbon fibre chassis, different chassis flex options and low-profile big bore shock absorbers. A bit of a difference though are the lower wishbones with honeycomb-shaped reinforcement struts, as well as the rail-type steering and hex adapter design, with the latter two reminding of the design used on a certain Russian touring car. Other features of the RX-10S kit include specially coated spring-steel driveshafts, C-hubs with caster inserts, POM damper pistons, as well as a lightweight composite front spool. It is understood that the first batch of the kit is ready for shipment, meaning the car will hit the stores shortly.

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February 10, 2016

Tamiya Racing Fighter 1/10th 2WD buggy

Tamiya have introduced the Racing Fighter 1/10th scale 2WD entry level buggy. A facelift of the Neo Fighter, the vehicle, based on the DT-03 chassis, features a long travel double wishbone suspension, oil-filled shock absorbers, a gear differential as well as a new polycarbonate bodyshell. The easy-to-build kit is rounded out by front rib and rear pin tyres on black rims.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

February 5, 2016

Xray XB2 Dirt Edition 2WD buggy – Coming soon

Coming soon from Xray is the XB2 Dirt Edition 1/10th scale 2WD electric buggy kit. Based off of the already available XB2 Carpet Edition the Dirt-specific kit was developed for lower traction tracks such as dirt and natural clay. Full details on the buggy along with proper production kit images will become available soon.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 5, 2016

HPI RS4 Sport 3 2015 Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5

HPI Racing have introduced the brand new 2015 Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5 RS4 Sport 3. Resembling Vaughn Gittin Jr’s RTR Spec 5, the car is based on the RS4 Sport 3 4WD club-level chassis and it is decked out with a super realistic Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5 body and a set of replica HRE Tech 7 wheels. Under the hood, the 1/10th scale Mustang is equipped with a shaft driven 4WD chassis with a fully sealed drivetrain, fully independent double wishbone suspension with adjustable oil filled shocks, and waterproof 2.4 GHz electronics/radio gear. Also included in the package are four AA batteries for the transmitter, a 7.2V 2000mAh NiMH battery pack as well as a suitable wall charger.

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February 5, 2016

Kyosho Optima 4WD buggy re-release

Following a first teaser Kyosho have now officially introduced the Kyosho Optima 4WD buggy re-release. Redesigned by the original designer, the Optima has been carefully redeveloped from ground up to bring back the best of the buggies in the good old days and to offer a true fun to drive feel. The “2016” Optima is designed based on the original version released in the 1980’s, it features several updated areas without compromising parts compatibility with the original chassis. The upgrades and updates include 6061-T6 aluminium chassis material, the drivetrain can be build with the original chain or and optional belt drive, the diff gears are ball-raced, all gears are modern 48 pitch gears, and a slipper clutch allows the use of more powerful motors. The tyres offer a slightly modified tread and they are made using softer rubber and included in the kit is also all-hex hardware as well as two different front bumpers.

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