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November 5, 2018

MTS T3 4WD touring car kit – Prototype images

Race Opt have released a couple of prototype images of their forthcoming MTS T3 4WD electric touring car kit. The car is based on a conventional carbon fibre double deck chassis constructions, however it uses sheet-type carbon fibre A-arms front and rear as well as blade-type anti-roll bars as they were common in 1/8th and 1/10th IC Track racing. Other features will include low-profile aluminium shock absorbers, a carbon fibre upper deck with integrated flex control system as well as a floating battery positioning system. Full details will become available in time for the release.

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November 4, 2018

Tamiya Avante 2011 Black Special 4WD buggy kit

Coming soon from Tamiya is the re-release kit of the Avante 2011 Black Special, a limited edition of the iconic Avante buggy. Already a re-release back in 2011, the kit will now make another appearance on the market, pleasing collectors and vintage racer alike. The 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit will include a number of option parts such as the racing steering and ball differential torque splitter set – the latter two sets will also become available separately as an upgrade for older spec kits. All items will become available by mid-December.

View the racing steering & torque splitter set here

November 1, 2018

Fenix G56 200mm & 235mm pan cars

Fenix have introduced their new G56 1/10th pan car platform that includes 200mm World GT and 235mm Pro10 cars. Both cars are available in conventional 256mm wheelbase pivot rear suspension design or as 275mm wheelbase V-link/Quad-link variant with the latter being very popular for high-powered Pro10 cars. From default the pivot cars are usable with transversal or inline shorty packs while the V-link cars also accept standard touring car packs. Both cars share as many components as possible including the all-new front end consisting of flex-adjustable 2.5mm carbon fibre lower arms and a 2.5mm upper beam. Also the chassis can be swapped between the two versions, allowing to build a LWB pivot or SWB V-link car. The kits are available with a high-torque ball or easy-to-use gear differential – both of which rely on titanium axles for a low weight, precision and durability – and they are available from now on.

View the other variants here

November 1, 2018

Team Associated RC28 Jammin’ Jay Halsey Replica

Team Associated have introduced the RC28 scale replica buggy of the iconic RC10 Jammin’ Jay Halsey used to win the first-ever IFMAR 1:10 scale Off-road World Championships back in 1985. This RC28 looks great and drives smooth thanks to a powerful electric motor and capable drivetrain. The included 2.4GHz transmitter allows complete control, enabling drivers to navigate around, through, and over obstacles with ease. After the vehicle’s integrated battery becomes discharged, the convenient built-in transmitter charger makes it easy to get back to full power and ready to run in less than an hour. A built-in rechargeable battery and 4 AA’s are included, so it is ready to go right out of the box.

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November 1, 2018

Tamiya TA07 MS touring car kit

Coming soon from Tamiya is the TA07 MS 1/10th 4WD touring car kit. The full-option kit will include a 2.25mm carbon fibre main chassis, a 2.0mm vertical upper deck construction as well as 2mm lower bulkheads for improved traction on acceleration. Also part of the package is a 20T centre pulley that will reduce natural drivetrain drag. Other features include a multi-piece carbon fibre and aluminium floating servo mount and a highly adjustable battery hold down system with carbon fibre tabs that do away with the need to use fibre-reinforced tape. The kit is set for a release in mid-December.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

October 27, 2018

Xray XB2D’19 2WD dirt-spec off-road buggy kit

Xray have introduced the 2019 variant of their popular XB2D 2WD buggy for low to medium grip traction conditions. The Dirt Edition kit includes several new parts and also optionals from stock to make it an all-in-one solution for a variety for track conditions. The buggy utilises a new short wheelbase chassis with updated machining to optimise the flex characteristics with the most important feature being the two different gearbox layouts. Included in the kit is a mid motor gearbox with a high-placed (stand-up) idler gear and slipper for improved traction on low-bite surfaces while the front motor (laydown) transmission is ideal for medium-traction racing conditions. To extract the maximum traction the stand-up gearbox is combined with the included composite shock tower while the laydown gearbox utilises carbon fibre rear tower. Dedicated idler gears, waterfalls, camber link plates, motor mounts, gear covers and battery mounts round out the all-in-one package. Also part of the 2019 package are an ultra-smooth ball differential, new multi-functional rear uprights, longer rear arms, updated rear driveshafts with 2.5mm pins, a 2-pad slipper clutch as well as the all-new Alpha 2 body shell. Hard composite steering blocks, front suspension arms, and upper deck help to find grip in lower traction conditions without sacrificing precision on grippier tracks. The kit will hit stores by the time you are reading this.

View a list of the all-new features here

October 25, 2018

Losi Super Rock Rey 1/6 4WD RTR AVC rock racer

Losi have introduced their new Super Rock Rey 1/6th scale 4WD RTR AVC rock racer. The buggy takes its inspiration from full-scale rigs that tackle the King of Hammers and similar places others won’t dare go. Realistic solid axle performance joins 8S brushless power that pushes the needle to 50+ mph or more — while the stability of AVC technology let drivers hold nothing back through corners and jumps. The large tyres and new front end geometry increase suspension travel and improve performance over any terrain. The buggy is equipped with a 4mm aluminium chassis with injection-moulded roll cage and it comes pre-assembled and including a 750kV brushless motor and 160A speed controller. A multi-piece body shell in two designs and grippy all-terrain tires round out the package.

View a list of the features and more images here

October 23, 2018

Traxxas Slash 4×4 Ultimate short course truck

Traxxas have given the popular Slash 4×4 Ultimate short course truck an overhaul, adding durability, performance and looks. The truck will feature new blue anodised aluminium big bore shocks with a larger oil capacity, an updated metal gear steering servo, new heavy duty driveshafts and suspension arms as well as alloy optionals such as C-hubs, steering knuckles and rear uprights. Also part of the package os the Traxxas Stability Management, a Bluetooth module and telemetry sensors. All that attaches to a new black-colour LCG chassis and is topped off by new wheels and new design ProGraphics bodies.