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February 9, 2009

Capricorn RC Serpent 960 EP Conversion update

Just 2 weeks ago we showed you the EP conversion for the Serpent 960 by Italian company Capricorn RC. They sent us photos of the first production parts for the project, which have been made from carbon fibre and they include the chassis plate, which no longer needs to be metal like on the gas version of the car, as well as radio plate, motor mount and battery plate. We expect more information in the near future as tests of this new project begin.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

February 3, 2009

Xray X10 1/10th scale pan car?

We already know from previous notices by Xray, that the Slovakian company will be releasing updates for their XT8, XB808 and NT1, but as the new picture (click for large version) taken from the company’s website shows, they are also releasing a completely new car into their product line, the X10. Although not confirmed, we are pretty sure looking at the picture that it is a 1/10th scale pan car, fitted with a Worlds GT bodyshell and most probably is based off the company’s recently released XII. We will be at the toy fair from tomorrow onwards and hope to bring you confirmation of this as well as full details from all the new Xray line.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 2, 2009

Serpent 966 Conversion set

Serpent have unveiled further details of their new 966 1/8th scale chassis, which will first be made available as an upgrade set for current 960 owners. The kit includes the new 7075 T6 aluminium chassis plate, which has been heavily machined on both sides including recessed areas for both the carbon fibre battery plate and front stiffener plate. The set also comes with the beautiful looking rear end assembly, which includes the braking system we showed you yesterday. The anodized aluminium rear end keeps everything aligned and perfectly true and makes maintenance and adjustment much easier. Finally the set comes with the new carbon fibre upper wishbone mounting brackets as well as new rear shock tower.

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February 2, 2009

New CAT on the block – Schumacher CAT SX

Although not part of the traditional Chinese calendar 2008 was the year of the CAT. Why you might ask. Simple: UK based manufacturer Schumacher Racing introduced the their first 4WD competition buggy after a good eight years. Without any doubt is the Schumacher series of CAT (Competition All Terrain) chassis one of the most successful ever made. Not only did the CAT XLS win the first ever 1/10 Buggy World Championships in the hand of the marvelous Masami Hirosaka but also many national and international titles.

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February 2, 2009

Exclusive First look – Durango DEX410

Red RC was given the chance to take pictures of the first working Team Durango DEX410 buggy. The car which is designed by Gerd Strenge and Michael Vollmer is in its final developing stages and will soon be released by Team Durango. We got in touch with Michael Vollmer who was kind enough to let us take proper pics of this exciting new buggy.

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February 1, 2009

Serpent 966 braking system details

Serpent have released further details of their soon to be released 1/8th scale chassis, the 966, this time focussing on the cars new braking system. The bracket shown supports the 2-speed shaft on the gearbox side, and together with its left counterpart, make the shaft run 100% true and free. It also supports the ball-raced aluminium hard anodized brake-cam and the spring-loaded brake-assembly which encompass the brake pads that are mounted at the lowest point in the car to keep the centre of gravity at its lowest possible position.

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February 1, 2009

Kyosho Ultima RB5 SP Edition

Kyosho have announced details on the new Ultima RB5 SP Edition, the latest in the Ultima line of vehicles, and a further development of the breed which includes all the enhancements that have been designed by Kyosho engineers and tested over the last couple of years by Kyosho International factory drivers and legends of the RC world. This type of development, along with the uncompromising manufacturing standards and the vast experience that can only be gained from decades of high–level competition, makes the Ultima RB5 SP a strong choice for the 2009 season.

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January 31, 2009

Traxxas Nitro Sport 2wd RTR truck

From Traxxas, with an aggressive new look, the 2wd Nitro Sport is the easiest & most affordable way to get into nitro power with a full-featured, high-performance RTR model. Factory assembled it includes their EZ-Start push-button electric engine starting system, which gets you running just minutes out of the box. The supplied TRX Pro.15 engine delivers proven power and reliability, and features a precision two-needle carburetor that delivers high output over a wide range of conditions. The wide tuning latitude makes this motor very forgiving so it stays running and idles smoothly as you learn how to perfect the tune and optimize the performance.

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