January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” belted MT tyres

Coming soon from Pro-Line is their new pre-mounted Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” all-terrain belted monster truck tyre. The Badlands tyres are known for having a sweet Motocross inspired tread and the all-new Badlands MX38 HP tires kick that up a notch with Bigger and Bolder knobby tread. The true all-terrain tyre will find traction on any surface but is best suited for loose and loamy dirt, mud or grass. The high-performance herringbone weave pattern belt inside of the tyres will prevent it from ballooning or expanding during use. This will give maximum control to put the power down even at high speeds. The tyre comes in Pro-Line’s renown M2 compound and it is 3.48” wide and 6.8” tall, making it ideal for the latest generation of monster trucks and it is pre-mounted on the next generation 3.8” wheel design from Pro-Line, the Raid 3.8” removable hex wheel.

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January 22, 2020

T-Works D819 series precision ball bearing set

Coming from T-Works and made for the HB Racing D819 and D819RS buggies is a precision ball bearing set. It includes 24 high-quality ball races that feature orange and black rubber seals on the outside for exceptional protection against dust, dirt and moisture while the inside is equipped with steel shields, ensuring low natural drag and thus increased performance compared to fully rubber-sealed bearings. The set includes all needed drivetrain ball races and it is available from now on.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Jeep Gladiator Rubicon SC & MT Body

Pro-Line have introduced their new Jeep Gladiator multi-purpose body shell usable for short course and monster trucks alike. The Gladiator combines the iconic and unmistakable Jeep body styling with the utility and ruggedness of a truck that tells everyone that you are ready for adventure. Pro-Line has included all the scale Jeep Gladiator details into the body and sticker sheet that will completely transform the look of every truck. The 1-piece body comes clear, so owners can customise the look of their truck in any way they desire and it will fit the Traxxas Slash 2WD and 4×4 equipped with the LCG chassis and extended body mounts as well as the Arrma Senton 3S with out side guards as well as the Traxxas E-Revo 2.0 with extended body mounts. In addition the body of course fits Pro-Line’s own Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 kit.

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January 22, 2020

Performa P1 Controller 60A brushless ESC

Available now from Performa Racing is their new P1 60A brushless controller, an ideal first racing ESC. 2S to 3S LiPo-compatible and being a sensored controller, the speedo’s blinky mode allows competitive racing when running in spec motor classes. It can be used also with timing for club racing, “outlaw” or hobby use with down to 6.5T motors. The ESC is housed in a machined aluminium case for optimsed heat dissipation and it comes pre-wired with black receiver, power and motor wires for a professional look.

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January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Hole Shot 3.0 2.2” rear buggy tyre

Coming from Pro-Line is their new Hole Shot 3.0 2.2” rear buggy tyre. The Hole Shot 2.0 is renowned across the world as one of the most used race tyres of all time. From World Championships to National Championships, Regional race events to club race events, the Hole Shot 2.0 design has won just about every title imaginable. Based on this is success Pro-Line now bring the Hole Shot 3.0 featuring the latest generation race tyre carcass for maximum performance combined with longer lasting waterproof closed cell foam included. The unique mini-pin Hole Shot design has remained virtually unchanged since it has already proven to provide the optimum level of traction in dusty, hard-packed and grooved conditions. The tyre is available in M3 soft and M4 super soft compounds.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]


January 21, 2020

Pro-Line Axis 22X-4 buggy body shell

The latest vehicle to receive Pro-Line’s Axis body shell treatment is the TLR 22X-4. Designed with the latest in CAD technology, the Axis features a super low-slung design with sharp lines throughout giving it an unmistakable look on the track. The lid features a cab-forward design which provides enhanced steering response while the small side fins balances out the rear of the car with ideal side-bite. The rear of the Axis body is super low and fits the chassis and bulkhead shape of your race buggy perfectly. Made in the USA, the Axis is moulded from light weight polycarbonate material and the body includes two Air Force II 6.5” rear wings, paint-then-peel overspray film, window masks and Pro-Line decals.

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January 21, 2020

LapMonitor 1/10th 4WD buggy transponder mount

Coming from LapMonitor is a new transponder mount compatible with the Team Associated B74, Yokomo YZ-4 and Xray XB4 1/10th scale 4WD buggies. The multi-piece yet lightweight mount was designed to be attached to the centre diff top plate, placing the transponder emitter in front of the clear body window area. This ensures a perfect detection of the transponder signal by the LapMontor lap timer. The holder features also a hole for easy and convenient battery wire routing.

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January 21, 2020

Reds Racing VX3 competition brushless motor

Following a first teaser image Reds Racing have fully unveiled their new VX3 540-size electric brushless motor. The 2-pole motor is of a new internal structure design with a higher quality precision balanced Neodymium high-temperature rotor that improves power and torque noticeably compared to the Gen 2 motor. It also incorporates copper wires and low resistance collector rings that allow for a very low internal resistance and thus greater power supply and less heat build-up. To this adds an improved cooling system with the unique VX3 housing being designed to guarantee optimised heat dissipation and maximised cooling. The motor will become available as 4.5T to 8.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 25.5T stock class motors, the latter will see the addition of a special 13.5T high-torque variant.

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