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March 8, 2019

Traxxas TRX-4 Sport unassembled kit

Traxxas have introduced their forthcoming TRX-4 Sport kit, the unassembled version of the company’s popular 1/10th 4×4 trail truck.
The new TRX-4 Sport Unassembled Kit lets modellers built the truck of their dreams from the ground up and it includes a range of accessory options such as expedition Rack, snorkel, spare tyre mount, LED-ready grille and tailgate panel. The kit comes as roller sans electronics, allowing to add your choice of power system for transfer a used one from another model. The clear body shell comes pre-cut, meaning less stress when prepping that one of a kind body shell. The truck’s chassis comes equipped with portal design axles for superior ground clearance, threaded GTS shock absorbers, competition-worthy 1.9 trail tyres and steel chassis rails and suspension links. Not included is all running gear such as a 550-class motor, speed controller, high-torque servo, or radio system. The kit will hit stores very soon.

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March 7, 2019

Losi Ford Raptor Baja Rey 1/10th 4×4 RTR truck

Losi have announced the soon release of their new Ford Raptor Baja Rey 1/10th 4WD ready-to-run desert truck. Officially licensed, it comes equipped with a 3S LiPo-compatible Dynamite 3800kV brushless power system, as well as a solid rear axle, independent front suspension, and roll cage with upright shocks, so owners can tear across all types of rocky off-road terrain. They’ll do so with the full-throttle freedom of the AVC technology and just like the full scale Ford Raptor, the on-board traction control allows racers to fly across the desert, parks or parking lots at speeds in excess of 80km/h all while in complete control and completely dialled in. Modellers also get an authentic off-road racing experience with injection moulded details, light bars and two licensed trim schemes. Included with the factory-assembled truck comes the Spektrum DX2E Active radio system for glitch-free control of this beast. The truck is set for a release in April.

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March 6, 2019

Traxxas TRX-4 Chevy Blazer trail truck

Coming soon from Traxxas is the TRX-4 based Chevrolet Blazer RTR 4WD trail truck. Introduced in 1969, the Chevrolet Blazer was General Motors’ two-door entry into the booming sport utility market. Its shorter wheelbase and capable suspension instantly made it a favourite in the 4×4 world, earning the love of enthusiasts and collectors. Traxxas donors the rich history of the Blazer with this beautifully detailed reproduction of the 1979 K5 Blazer built on the proven TRX-4 chassis. Features include replica Rally wheels, a highly detailed chrome grill, and a full complement of scale details. Other details of the TRX-4 chassis include heavy duty steel frame rails, adjustable wheelbase, moulded wire retainers, a dual battery tray, floor pans, alloy shocks and heavy-duty steel links.

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March 6, 2019

Tamiya Toyota 4×4 Mountain Rider pick-up kit

Coming in April is Tamiya‘s Toyota 4×4 Mountain Rider pick-up truck kit. It recreates the Toyota Hilux, a pick-up truck which has enjoyed enduring popularity in the U.S., Japan and beyond. The model utilises a ladder frame like that on the actual car, and is powered by a 3-speed transmission that offers 4WD (1st gear) and 2WD (2nd and 3rd gears) and allows gear changing while running. The realism doesn’t stop there, with the sturdy suspension featuring metal axle housings, leaf springs and shackles, while the rear setup is fitted with a radius rod. A metal front under guard helps the model take on tough off-road conditions. The detailed and durable injection-moulded body with roll bar is married to metal-plated wheels on 123mm diameter tires to give the model a stylish, high-lift appearance.

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March 5, 2019

Tamiya Tyrrell P34 1977 Monaco GP Special painted body

Coming in April is Tamiya’s Tyrrell P34 1977 Monaco GP Special painted body edition kit. The 6-wheeler resembles the car that was run at the 1977 Monaco GP and it comes with already painted and cut body and wing parts, making it easy to recreate this iconic piece of motorsport history. The car uses a fibre glass double deck chassis, it utilises pre-cut foam tyres and includes several option parts such as a Torque Tuned brushed motor, carbon reinforced steering knuckles, low-friction pads, a TRF special shock absorber and friction shock grease. The kit will hit stores by the end of April.

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March 1, 2019

Serpent Project 4X Pro touring car kit

Serpent have introduced their new Project 4X Pro 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit, follow-up model to the previous Evo kit. The latest evolution of the innovative electric touring car is packed with improvements that make it both faster and easier to drive. The new rear geometry that can be used with either fixed or active toe with the fixed toe configuration features a unique 3-pivot design for quick toe adjustments, easy track width changes and more efficient arm sweep. The variable toe variation however generates more grip while improved toe control gives the optimum combination of steering and rear grip. The new horizontal top deck is the result of countless hours of testing to find the perfect combination of flex and rigidity while improvements in various components allow more battery configurations, including shorty types, to make it easier to find the optimum weight distribution for each track. Other included updates will allow the mounting of more optional parts to further enhance the tuneability of the 4X Pro. The Pro uses all of the Evo’s updates including the same easy to build and setup shock system and fixed-length pullrods, while the rear suspension is heavily modified with much longer arms and a different geometry to create more steering and widen the setup window on medium to high grip asphalt. The Pro kit will hit stores this March.

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March 1, 2019

Shepherd tease Velox V8.2 1/8th nitro on-road kit

Shepherd have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new Velox V8.2 1/8th nitro on-road kit. The car will feature a completely redesigned front end including new lower and upper arms, steering hubs, lower and upper hinge pin mounts as well as an aluminium servo saver and other details. The steering hubs are equipped with mounting holes for optional front carbon aero discs and the upper hinge pin mounts can be connected to the bulkheads to stiffen up the front suspension while the lower hinge pin mounts feature three pin positions, changing the front lower arm length. Additional setup options come in the form of new lower arms which allow to change the wheelbase by 2mm and also the front upper arms have been updated. With modern 1/8th race bodies getting longer and longer, the front bumper has been updated to give additional support. New to the V8.2 is a redesigned chassis plate that can be equipped with optional carbon inserts to optimise the airflow on high-speed tracks. A smaller and thus lighter front aluminium servo saver and redesigned gearbox bulkheads complete the visible changes. Furthermore the kit will feature some high-end racing parts as a reverse clutch, light aluminium wheel axles and rear CVD driveshafts. More details on features such as the optional battery position and chassis weight kit will become available closer to the release which is planned for end of April.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

February 28, 2019

Xray NT1’19 1/10th 200mm touring car – Coming soon

Xray have announced the soon release of the 2019 variant of their IFMAR World Championship winning NT1 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car. No official details are available yet but they are expected to surface within the coming days.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]