Modelix introduce the new Ultimate EFRA 2123 Ultra Strong off-road exhaust set. The high-quality aluminium pipe has been developed for competition racing and to provide precise low-RPM throttle control, smooth and linear power and high top speeds while offering a good mileage at the same time. The hard-chrome pipe comes with a suitable manifold and it fits all current 1/8th off-road engines.
Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]
New from Xray and made for the X1 formula car are a 2.0mm carbon fibre chassis and rear pod lower plate. Using a thinner material compared to the kit parts results in increased chassis flex and thus improved traction and side bite on low-grip surfaces. Both parts are available separately and they are direct replacements for the standard pieces.
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Intech Racing have a new optional aluminium servo saver arm for the ER-14 buggy available. Made from Swiss 7075 aluminium and coming black anodised the part is made to replace the standard composite arm with a more rigid and durable one.
Source: Intech [intechracing.com]
Kyosho America have released first information and images of the Inferno ST-RR Evo.2 1/8th scale nitro truggy kit. The evolution of the successful ST-RR Evo is making use of newly designed front and rear shocks stays that suit high-grip surfaces while offering an optional radio box set and also a lightweight clutch bell. The tough straight cut bevel gears and small flywheel from the 1/8th buggy World Champion MP9 deliver increased reliability while the dial-adjustable big bore shocks allow for precision setting. The low-profile form of the new forward cabin design body combines with the MP9 wing to produce sure-footed rear grip and manoeuvrability. There is no official release date yet but it is understood that the kit will hit the stores soon.
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New from Reedy comes a 5300mAh 70C 7.4V LiPo shorty battery pack. With shorty packs becoming a standard for 1/10th off-road buggies the new battery offers extended run times and maximum power output for both 2WD and 4WD classes. An improved cell chemistry and 70C discharge rating makes the pack ideal for Stock and Modified racing alike. The hardcase battery is equipped with 4mm socket connectors, it sports standard 93x47x24.8mm dimensions and weights in at 216g.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
Coming from T-Works and made for the HB D413 4WD buggy is a titanium ball end set. The 14-piece assortment is made from the same lightweight and high-quality material as the company’s turnbuckles to scrubs weight compared to standard steel ball ends while offering high rigidity at the same time.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
The latest vehicle to receive the JConcepts Silencer bodyshell treatment is the Kyosho ZX6. The body features a profiled, Finnisher stance cockpit and forward raised side-pod to give the Silencer an immediate fighting appearance. A smooth, high-speed transition around the cab keeps the body heading in the right direction and a slight recess just behind the cab with channelling out the rear provides rear-end stability. The Silencer side-pods have a clipped rear-end, narrowing the rear by angling in just in front of the rear tyres. The rear side-pods angle sharply toward the shock tower and wing, enhancing the force placed on the rear pods during high-speed acceleration. The body is capped off with a cockpit shark fin for more high-speed tracking stability and increased roof stiffness. The package includes two 6.5″ Hi-Clearance wings pre-marked for the ZX6 for the easiest application.
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Italian company Novarossi have two new on-road engines available in the form of the Mito 9C and the Mito 7C. Both are of a long stroke design and they feature a central carburetor which allows for better runtime and good bottom, mid and high end power. Both the 9C 9-port and 7C 7-port engine come with ceramic ball bearings, 9mm slide carburettors and updated crankcases.
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