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April 9, 2008

RB SpeedLine Xenon Alpha 3.5cc engine

RB Products in France have released their new SpeedLine 3.5cc circuit engine which claims to use the most exclusive technology to reach the highest level of performance. This new motor has a brand new crankcase that is lighter and stiffer than previous versions and has a new innovative engine mount for high performance, consistency and reliability. The ultimate engine for serious on-road racers it includes an optimised bi-turbo crankshaft, a CNC machined back plate and the latest AAC piston and liner, providing big power and high RPM. The Xenon Alpha also comes with a MSC case, which offers wider porting and better stability, and a CNC machined, orange anodised aluminium carburettor. This new carburettor has been designed to guarantee consistent set-up and performance while new high speed ceramic bearing give longer life and help with the RPM.

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April 9, 2008

Team Orion Wasp CRF REV 21

Team Orion have announced that their long awaited Wasp CRF REV 21 buggy engines will be delivered to distributors this week and should hit the shops on the 15th of this month. Made in Italy for Team Orion, this new 5 port long stroke buggy engine has undergone a lot of testing by engine developer Adrien Bertin, as well as team drivers Ryan Cavalieri, Philipp Guschl and new signing Joern Neumann, and is now ready for release. One feature that sets this motor apart from its competitors is the patent pending crankshaft design, first seen in the original CRF 12 engines, that gives better fuel delivery to the main chamber of the engine making for smoother power delivery and better low end torque. The engine is supplied with a lightweight Bordeaux red cooling head is lightweight and for best performance, it comes with Swiss made bearings throughout with the front sealed for better endurance in off road racing.

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April 4, 2008

AXE Rossi 3010 3-chamber exhaust

Power Save Racing have got information about the new EFRA approved (#3010) 3-chamber buggy exhaust system from AXE Rossi. Meeting the new EFRA regulations concerning the exhaust pipes, the current European Champions now have 3-chamber pipes available for their entire range of off-road engines. This particular pipe set comes supplied with manifold, exhaust springs and exhaust seals.

Source: PSR [power-save-racing.de]

April 3, 2008

HARD H5S starter boxes

HARD Racing H5S starter box

HARD Racing have introduced two new starter boxes called under the name H5S. Designed with lots of power, the H5S On-road and Off-road boxes use the incredibly powerful, high-torque 775 size motors that can handle any size RC vehicle from 1/8 scale buggy to touring car. Coupled with the high torsion single belt gear system, the H5S is said to offer unrivalled torque, cranking power and the durability required for the demanding sport of RC racing. The solid hinged lid sports green trim and also doubles as a convenient handle, ergonomically designed for comfort and easy transport.

Source: HARD [hard-racing.com]

March 31, 2008

RB Concept S3 II L2G engine

RB Concept S3 II L2G

RB Products have released the new S3, a 3 port engine incorporating the latest ABC construction for superior life and performance. Offering a very smooth and linear power band thanks to its square bore design, the S3 L2G economy engine is well suited to both club racers and beginners looking for an engine that offers great fuel economy at a reasonable price. This engine comes equipped with an 8mm composite carburettor to keep operating temps and engine consistency regular as well as the new L2G head to increase the cooling and lower the weight for more performance. Also available as a combo with Inline pipe set featuring the Inline 92mm polished manifold and the Inline 2045 polished tuned pipe.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

March 28, 2008

Axial Racing 3XH Pipe system

Axial Racing have released this 3XH pipe system set that includes the pipe and 3 distinctive rear exhaust headers (medium torque, high torque, and high speed) so you can fine tune the performance to your driving style. Made from strong lightweight 6061 aluminum and polished to a mirror finish the pipe features a reinforced stinger for added durability for those brushes with the boards. Suitable for most 1/10th scale sedan and gas trucks, the pipe mounting point features a side positioned set screw for easy access and the whole set is supplied with all the hardware needed for installation.

Source: Axial [axialracing.com]

March 27, 2008

Max Power .21 XL9 TQ & .12 XXL3

Max Power .21 XL9 TQ

We covered these new engines briefly during the Toy Fair, but Max Power have been in touch to let us know that their new engines, the .21 XL9 TQ and .12 XXL3 are now available. The 3.5cc XL9 TQ has been made to commemorate Massimo Fantini’s TQ at last years World Championships in Cordoba, Argentina. This 9 port engine features a new carburettor, super lightweight crankshaft, ceramic bearings and improved timing for great top speed and fuel economy. The 2.1cc XXL3 is a completely new, EFRA legal, motor with a new crankcase with improved internal porting, lightweight crankshaft and a new piston material for long life. This 3 port engine is long stroke and also features a newly designed cooling head.

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March 24, 2008

JP Racing FirstLine Stock & Black

French engine manufacturer JP Racing have released 2 new lines of engines, the FirstLine Stock and FirstLine Black, aimed at the drivers who want to own JP Racing branded engine without having to invest huge amounts of money. Both ranges feature a .12 circuit motor, a .21 circuit engine, a .21 buggy motor and a .21 Rally game engine and come with many of the same features found in the more expensive versions of the same motors. Both lines includes a lightened and hard coated crankshaft while the Black line also have balanced crankshafts and the liner has had additional porting work done.

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