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May 16, 2023

RDRP B74.2 2.5mm 7075 Aluminium Chassis Set

Revolution Design Racing Products has released this 2.5mm 7075 Aluminium Chassis Set for Team Associated’s B74.2 1:10 4WD Buggy. In today’s 4WD electric offroad class, the competition level is higher than ever. To succeed in the race, every RC car needs precise steering and optimal chassis flexibility. The Revolution Design B74.2 2.5mm Aluminium Chassis delivers just that. Based on the proven design for the B74.1, the chassis has been further developed for the B74.2. Thanks to directional milling, the Revolution Design B74.2 2.5mm aluminium chassis retains the original item’s torsional flex, and increases longitudinal stiffness. Weighing 113g, it is only 2g heavier than the original. For even more specific flex settings, a 2mm thick carbon brace is included in the package.

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May 16, 2023

T-Works Ni-Cd Glow Plug Igniter

T-Works has a new Ni-Cd Glow Plug Igniter that use a SC2000mAh 1.2V Nickel-Cadmium battery. The advantage of nickel-cadmium battery is that the power will not be lost when not in use. The front end is made of steel and high quality copper parts and it is equipped with plastic cover to prevent short circuit when not in use/or storage.

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

May 16, 2023

PowerHD S15-Y Servo for Yokomo BD12

Power HD have announced the release of their Yokomo BD12 electric touring car specific servo S15-Y. With the integrated CNC mount, this S15-Y can be directly mounted to the Yokomo BD12, perfectly matching the original servo mount screw hole. The reverse receiver wire output offer neater wiring for the BD12 and contribute to lower centre of gravity. Having the same superior performance just like S15, the S15-Y can be programmed with Power HD program box, to set your favourite parameter according to the different tracks. The S15-Y is compatible with the Yokomo BD12 and BD11.

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May 16, 2023

Mugen MRX6X Optional Rear Shock Tower

Reigning 1:8 Onroad World Champion manufacturer Mugen Seiki has released a new optional rear shock tower for their MRX6X chassis. The new carbon fibre rear tower gets an added the hole in the middle and further two top holes from the standard shock mounting holes. This will create more fine tuning for rear shock angle with the added top two holes creating more rear traction on tracks with low grip condition.

View tower unmounted here

May 16, 2023

VP-Pro Atsushi Hara ‘Hot Pink’ product range

VP-Pro has released a range of ‘Hot Pink’ products as part of a collaboration with multiple RC World Champion Atsushi Hara. Based on the pink colouring that formed part of the Japanese legend’s signature body paint scheme, the range includes 1:8 offroad wings, a 1:10 buggy wing as well as 1:8 buggy rims. The colour is certain to make your buggy stand out!

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

May 15, 2023

ONE EFRA 2191 exhaust pipe

New from Italian onroad specialists Capricorn is the latest .21 engine exhaust from their ONE engine brand, the EFRA 2191. The new pipe, like the well known 2163R, works on any O.S. based engine and it enhances the top speed of your car. The power band has been moved towards the mid to high end of the rpm range resulting in a great option for long straight tracks.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

May 15, 2023

RDRP B6.4/T6.4/SC6.4 Aluminium -1mm Caster Block Set

Germany’s Revolution Design Racing Products has released new an aluminium -1mm Caster Block Set for Team Associated’s RC10 6.4 platforms. Compatible with the RC10B6.4, RC10T6.4, and RC10SC6.4, this set is a top-tier upgrade that replaces the standard plastic caster block with a sturdy aluminium version. Enhancing steering behaviour on high-grip tracks, it features black anodising for added durability and a sleek look with a silver edge bevel for a stylish finish. Laser-engraved RDRP logo provides authenticity.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

May 15, 2023

Branson wins British Touring Car National opener

Xray’s Kyle Branson got his BRCA National Electric Touring Car title defence off to the best possible start over the weekend taking victory at the opening round in Stafford. In qualifying it was new Yokomo signing Alex Thurston who took the first round from the Schumacher of Zak Smith. Branson responding to go quickest in Q2 again with Smith second fastest. All to play for in Q3, multiple British Champion Chris Grainger popped up to take the final round with his Schumacher from the Xray of Ben Cosgrove. With Branson in third, that was enough for him to take the pole position. Cosgrove’s second place was enough to give him the tie-break for third over fellow Xray runner, Harley Eldridge. In the finals, it was Branson, who came, saw and conquered, taking all three legs of the final for the overall win. Behind him it was Smith with two seconds and a third, and Harley Eldrige took the third podium spot with a brace of thirds.

Read 13.5 & 17.5 Class reports here