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October 11, 2018

O.S. introduce new R21 Euro Spec & T-1203 engines

During the recent All Japan Model Hobby Show in Tokyo, Japan, O.S. Engines have introduced their forthcoming new Speed R21 Euro Spec and T-1203 on-road engines. Now more details and first official images have been made available. Starting with the 3.5cc R21 Euro Spec, the power plant was developed especially for large European-style tracks with long straights as the updated piston, port and crankshaft timing will improve the peak performance which is needed for power-hungry tracks. Furthermore the long-stroke engine comes with a redesigned cooling head for easy recognition and it is available as a combo set including the M2001SC manifold and T-2080SC exhaust pipe from October.

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September 28, 2018

SMJ Kabuto 21XB2 Power & Eco spec .21 engines

Coming from SMJ are the new Masayuki Miura optimised 21XB2 Power and Eco Spec engines. The long-stroke engines offer a wide power range and high torque values with the Power Spec variant being ideal for high speed off-road tracks and 1/8th GT cars while the Eco Spec power plant is best suited for low-grip or bumpy tracks. Also the Power variant makes use of a 7mm venturi carburettor while the Eco relies on a 6mm variant. Both come with a DLC-coated and tungsten-balanced crankshaft, they feature ceramic rear bearings and come pre broken-in and with a new-style low-profile cooling head.

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September 26, 2018

Ultimate Racing M3X & M3R engine combos

Coming from Ultimate Racing are new engine and exhaust combos using the M3X and M3R engines. Both come including the Ultimate Racing 2141 pipe and manifold exhaust, the Compak clutch system with aluminium shoes and 1mm springs as well as 13T vented clutch bells and Ultimate Racing bearings. Also included is a suitable air filter with pre-oiled foams.

Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]

September 26, 2018

Novarossi EFRA 2135 off-road exhaust pipe

Coming from Novarossi is their new EFRA 2135 tuned exhaust pipe for 1/8th off-road vehicles. When combined with Novarossi’s 41021 manifold the Hipex-made pipe will offer increased overall performance while maintaining fuel consumption. The exhaust is a universal fit for most 1/8th off-road engines.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

September 25, 2018

Ultimate Racing M3X .21 off-road engine

Modelix Racing have introduced the new Ultimate Racing M3X square stroke 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. The O.S.-based power plant is of a 3-port design and was developed to produce maximum power while still offering exceptional tuneability and a linear power band. It comes with a high-quality steel rear bearing and a tungsten-balanced and silicone-filled crankshaft and is meant to be a more budget-friendly alternative to the M3T engine.

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September 12, 2018

OS Speed B21 Ty II engine

To commemorate Ty Tessmann winning the 2018 ROAR Nationals and due to constant request from users, OS have decided to release the OS Speed B21 Ty Tessmann edition again. Set to go on sale in October, the Ty II is based on the B2101, with a special 5.8mm carb restrictor which is his favourite. Also different from the original B2101, the Ty II has a low- profile head of Ty’s original design, with a new shape and double height vertical fins compared to the latest B2102. Come in a set with a 90mm long manifold plus T-2090SC (combo set), or just the engine by itself, it will be limited to 300 pieces.

Source: O.S. Engines [osspeed.com]

August 23, 2018

MiniPro 2WD chassis dyno

Coming from MiniPro is a 2WD chassis version of their chassis dynamometer system. The device allows to measures the RPM, kV, voltage, current draw, power and torque output of vehicles up to 370mm wheelbase and 370mm width. This dyno is ideal for motor analysis, ESC and boost adjustment, brushless sensor adjustment, gearing calculation, tire selections, and much more. It is coupled with to a knurled roller via a pulley and belt to accelerate the inertial flywheel. The electronic board takes the flywheel’s inertia, measures the rate it takes to accelerate and calculates the output power and torque of the vehicle. The dyno repeatedly measures and calculates power in small increments to produce an accurate graph on a PC of the engine’s power characteristics. The vehicle is stopped onto the dyno with adjustable belt stripes, allowing to use a multitude of different chassis such as 1/10th formula, 1/10th and 1/12th pan cars. The dyno is available including or without flywheel unit and it us usable with MS Windows 7, 8 or 10 PC systems.

Source: MiniPro [minipro.com]

August 20, 2018

Racing Experience 2135 hard-coated pipe sets

Racing Experience from France have two hard-coated EFRA 2135 exhaust pipe sets for O.S. and Picco-based off-road engines available. Both are made of harder material for improved efficiency while the black hard coating ensures better durability and easier maintenance. The sets are available for O.S. and Picco-based engines and they include the muffler, manifold as well as seals and mounting springs.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]