March 11, 2015

Team Durango DESC10 4WD 1/10th SC truck

Team Durango DESC10 4WD 1/10th SC truck

Following a first teaser image Team Durango now released a more detailed photo of the DESC10 4WD short course truck. The newly designed kit looks a lot beefier than the popular and race-proven DESC410 with its 1/8th scale-ish suspension components, shock absorbers and 17mm wheel adapters. So far no features or specifications are known but the kit is meant to be on its way to the distributors and we await details on the truck, as well as the three new 1/8th vehicles, very soon.

Source: Team Durango [team-durango.com]


March 11, 2015

Capricorn LAB TE03 chassis & bulkhead brace

Capricorn LAB TE03 chassis & bulkhead brace

Capricorn have new option parts for the LAB TE03 1/10th electric touring car available in the form of two different main chassis plates and a reinforcement brace for the bulkheads. Starting with the chassis, new are slim aluminium and carbon fibre lower plates that allow to fine-tune the car to different amounts of traction. Both are 83mm wide which prevents them from scrubbing too much during hard cornering with the aluminium chassis being best suited for high-bite tracks while the carbon fibre variant should excel in lower grip conditions. Also new is a carbon fibre reinforcement plate for the bulkheads, a part that allows to stiffen the bulkheads, again in a wake to adjust to the overall traction available.

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March 11, 2015

Scorpion thread cutter tools

Scorpion thread cutter tools

Scorpion introduce two new high-performance thread cutter tools, the thread die and thread tap driver. The thread die driver comes in the three dimensions of M2, M2.5 and M3 and it cuts threads on rods or blank screws while the thread tap drivers help to cut threads into newly drilled holes and they can also be used to rethread damages threads. The thread tap driver comes as M2x0.4mm, M2.5×0.4mm, M3x0.5mm and M4x0.7mm variant with both tools being made from high-quality HSS high speed steel for durability and precision while the tool handles sport Scorpion’s signature gold and black colour.

Source: Scorpion [scorpionsystem.com]


March 11, 2015

Team Titan Blitz TS040 1/8th on-road bodyshell

Team Titan Blitz TS040 1/8th on-road bodyshell

New from Team Titan comes the Blitz TS040 1/8th on-road bodyshell. Compared to the popular TS030 the new body offers similar initial steering but improved mid-corner rotation, allowing to corner faster and to step on the throttle sooner. The body is therefore best suited for smaller tracks with tight corners and hairpins. The EFRA-approved TS040 comes clear, including side stiffeners, window mask, stickers and as 1.2mm strong, 1.0mm standard, 0.8mm light or 0.7mm ultra light variant.

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March 10, 2015

RB BXR SLS5 V2 nitro off-road engine

RB BXR SLS5 V2 nitro off-road engine

Following the introduction of the BXR LS5 Plus the French company RB now announce the BXR SLS5 V2 engine. The V2 version of the super long stroke 5-port engine features a redesigned sleeve with updated intake ports timing and lateral intake ports orientation for increased torque and improved overall power. The engine also comes with a redesigned carburettor with double adjustment and an extra sprayer for make for better idling and easier adjustment. The package is rounded out by a new low centre of gravity engine head that still allows for very good cooling and the SLS5 V2 is best used on slippery or bumpy tracks where smooth acceleration yet a good amount of torque is needed.

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March 10, 2015

Serpent F110 SF2 formula kit

Serpent F110 SF2 formula kit

Serpent introduce the all-new F110 SF2 1/10th scale formula car kit. Designed by Michael Salven and David Ehrbar the car is based on a 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis and it features a new front end design compared to its predecessor with 2.5mm lower carbon fibre and upper composite A-arms, adjustable ride height for both rubber and foam tyres as well as quick adjustable castor using moulded inserts. To fine-tune the steering characteristics the king pin angle is adjustable using inserts and the included independent front suspension set with tube dampers helps to smooth-out the suspension action.

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March 10, 2015

TLR 8ight-E 3.0 cab forward bodyshell

TLR 8ight-E 3.0 cab forward bodyshell

Team Losi Racing soon have a new cab forward bodyshell for the 8ight-E 3.0 electric 1/8th scale buggy available. Sporting a distinctive design the body offers a channelled roof section for improved stability and simplified side pods for a clean design, improved airflow and lots of space for the electric components. The body comes clear and will hit the stores in May.

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March 10, 2015

Sweep Nonslip & Tri-Rib 2WD front tyres

Sweep Nonslip & Tri-Rib 2WD front tyres

Sweep Racing have two new 1/10th 2WD front tyres available in the form of the Nonslip and Tri-Rib. Starting with the Nonslip, the conventional bead 2.2″ slick tyre is made for the use on prepped clay tracks and it offers a “pre-scrubbed” surface due to the mould being sand-blown. This means the tyre can be used instantly and without breaking-in period. The Nonslip is available in medium white, soft red, extra soft blue, ultra soft silver and a special clay compound.

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