KM products have released this new lightweight front solid axle for use on the Kyosho range of 200mm cars. Not only is this new axle super light but its also very strong and it is designed in such a way that the drive cups, which are held in place by pins, to be easily replaced when worn eliminating the need to replace the entire axle. This axle is suitable for the Kyosho V-One RRR Evo, V-One RRR and V-One SIII.
Source: RCP Works [rcpworks.com]
Team Magic have announced that they have released their European Championship winning G4S chassis as a RTR package in both a Lola and GTP guise. Only previously available with a sedan body these RTR’s include a quality Futaba radio control system as well as a race inspired, aerodynamic, Lola or GTP body shell for more stability at higher speeds, and also come with Team Magic’s quick release wheel system.
Source: Team Magic [teammagic.com.tw]
Hot Bodies Europe have today released information about 3 new products for their Cyclone D4 4wd electric buggy, all of which we have shown you back in April, but only now do we have the full product information. First up are these steel wheel hubs to enable you to mount Losi 4wd front wheels to the Cyclone D4, so you can re-use tyre and wheel sets you may already have to make the transition to the D4 easier. Next up are new shock spring sets for the D4 that are matched and have had the ends of each spring ground flat for consistent performance left and right. Also released today is the center one-way shaft which drives the front diff when on-power, but allows the diff to rotate independently of the drivetrain when the car is off-power.
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A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> Option team release Adjustable front suspension plate for Losi 8ight – Link [buggy-sport.info]
> RB Products report from the European B Championship – Link [rbproducts.com]
> Mirage Racing have a report from the Cotswolds National – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Sanwa publish a PDF from Shizuoka containing new products – Link [sanwa-denshi.co.jp]
> CML have a report from the latest UK Buggy National – Link [cmldistribution.com]
> Team Azarashi release chassis guard adhesive sheet – Link [team-azarashi.com]
CEN Racing have been in touch to let us know that their new MG10MT and MG10TR will go on sale on the 12th of June. These 4WD stadium truck and truggy (above) are true performers perfect for track racing and backyard bashing and are both 4wd which is faster, easier to drive and more competitive than the current 2wd’s in this class. Also released tomorrow is the MG16 1/12 nitro monster truck, aka the Mini G-Unit, this little 12th scale is powered by a 2.5cc engine and using its full time 4 wheel drive the MG16 can reach speed of 45kph.
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Novarossi have announced the release of this new racing cap as an addition to their already extensive merchandising line. Made using blue cotton the top left of the hat features the Novarossi text embroidered in white from the front to the back, while the right side sports the 3 engine brand logos, Top, Rex and Nova. As finishing touches the peak of the cap sports the Novarossi R logo and a red star while the rear adjustable size strap sports the words Novarossi Team.
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Following on from the piece we wrote about these new tools back in the middle of May, Hudy have contacted us with the official release for their new line of Hudy socket ProfiTools.
These Hudy profiTOOLS are based on highly-successful Hudy Professional Tools used by RC factory teams and world champions, and are available in most popular sizes and types. Each tool has a special, CAD-designed tip made of world-renowned Hudy Spring Steel(tm) to very precisely fit the corresponding fastener, allowing unmatched torque and long life. Lightweight, comfortable molded handles with machined hubs are designed to allow easy tip exchange.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
We showed the first picture of the new .12 engine from RB products last week, called the R3, and today RB Products have updated their site with the full information from the new motor including internal pics and specs. We gave you the lowdown on the motor already so if you missed it you can check it out here or go to the RB product page here.
Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]
