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January 10, 2023

O.S.SPEED B21 Ongaro W.C

Famed Japanese engine manufacturer OS Engines are commemorating the addition of another World Championship title with the release of the special edition O.S.SPEED B21 Ongaro W.C engine. In Redovan, Spain, last September factory driver Davide Ongaro took the overall TQ using a B21 Ongaro Edition before going on to secure a back to back World title. Now this latest edition of the engine feature parts changed to during the successful defence of this World title. The outer head has a new design that improved by reducing weight and lowering the center of gravity for better balance. The laser design has also been brushed up and a graphic with a laurel wreath that honours the world champion has been applied. The φ6.5mm reducer used at the World Championships is also used, and both parts are made with Ongaro’s request colour jewellery blue anodised aluminium, creating a strong presence as a special model. The B21 Ongaro W.C special edition is only available in Combo Set with TB02 EFRA2089 (T-2090SC) + MB01-75 (M2000SC).

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January 10, 2023

Avid HB D2 Evo Carbon Shock Towers

Avid Racing has released new carbon fibre shock towers for the HB Racing D2 Evo 1:10 2WD Buggy. The towers are made from 4mm carbon fibre and feature lightly chamfered edges to help prevent splitting. They maintain kit geometry with the shock mount holes maintaining kit locations.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

January 10, 2023

Redcat Gen9 Trail Truck

Redcat has released its latest offroader, the Gen9 – International Harvester 800A Trail Truck. Loaded with features, the Gen9 has a two speed transmission, newly designed portal axles, precision suspension geometry with zero bump steer, new compound tires, high torque steering servo, adjustable wheelbase and a highly detailed body with a rear pivot mounting design. It features a meticulously crafted officially licensed International Scout 800A body. Molded in three separate pieces which allow for a more realistic full depth interior, the body is internally braced and uses a rear locking pivot mechanism with dual quarter turn fasteners up front. In the interior, you’ll find an injection molded dashboard, front and rear seats, foot pedals, shifters, door levers, window cranks, removable steering wheel and there’s even a turn signal lever on the steering column. The exterior includes an injection molded roll cage, rock sliders, bumpers, side view mirrors, door handles, windshield wipers, front grill, and buckets for headlights and taillights.

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January 9, 2023

Rose joins Sworkz

Sworkz has announced Brandon Rose as the latest driver in its 1:8 and 1:10 Offroad programme. The America racer, who left Agama at the end of 2022 after three seasons, will form part of the US team with Sworkz USA Team Manager Tim Lime stating, “The Sworkz USA Team is super excited to add another Top25Rc.com driver to our strong team. We look forward to helping him achieve great results withal of our Sworkz platforms. Brandon will be running his cars in Texas and at other National caliber events across the United States.” Sworkz boss Max Sonnleitner added, “Great to have Brandon Rose in our factory team. He is a person that totally fits into our team, where working together, friendship and success are the main topics.” Rose’s 1:8 Nitro programme will be powered by Ielasi Tuned with the announcement last week that he has teamed up with World Champion Daniele Ielasi’s engine brand.

Source: Sworkz [Facebook]

January 9, 2023

Destiny RX-10SR new parts

Following the launch of their latest 1:10 electric touring car kit last Summer, Destiny have just released some new parts for their RX-10SR 3.0. The first of these are M3x18mm camber screws, made from high grade 64MAX titanium. Supplied as a 4 pcs pack they include one 2mm stainless pin for adjustment. Also released is a carbon fibre wave shape front brace, made from 2.0mm high grade carbon fibre with 1mm thickness of wave shape. It provides more flex than kit brace for more smooth steering response.

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January 9, 2023

Azarashi ‘Elizas’ body for Genova Buggy

Japan’s Team Azarashi has released their popular Elizas body shell to fit the Genova 1:10 2WD Buggy from G-Force Hobby. The Genova is best known as the retro style buggy kit that was brought to market with major involvement from RC racing legend Masami Hirosaka. Team Azarashi describe the body as having ‘tastes that are a bit different from the standard traditional style’ we are used to in the market. The 0.8 Polycarbonate body comes with window masking sheet and velcro tape with the shown AZ-0063 Star Wing available separately.

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January 9, 2023

Exotek DR10M Alu 3 Gear Gearbox w/motor plate

Opening the New Year with more goodies for Team Associated’s DR10M 1:10 2WD drag car, Exotek Racing has released this alloy 3 Gear Gearbox with motor plate. The ‘bullet proof’ piece for your high powered DR10M build is machined from heavy duty machined alloy that keeps your gears in perfect alignment, even under the heaviest motor rpm loads. New ‘3 Gear’ option rotates the motor around and uses 1 less idler gear like other traditional drag cars for use on higher grip surfaces. 1 less idler gear makes the transmission more efficient, quieter and translates to more rpm. The chassis will feel ‘flatter’ too when launching from start. Polished and anodised black using 7075 aluminium, it is a direct bolt on for the DR10M only and includes a reversed, light weight motor plate.

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January 9, 2023

Nosram adds Ehrbar to team

Top international 1:10 Formula racer and designer David Ehrbar has joined a resurgent Nosram electronics for 2023. The German joins the brand which made its racing return clear last week with the announcement that Alexander Hagberg would run their products. Announcing Ehrbar will also represent Nosram, owner Jürgen Lautenbach said, “I’m excited to announce that David Ehrbar, Team XRAY’s TC Stock specialist and Formula designer at Ehrbar Engineering joins Team Nosram!! David and I go a long way back, great that we will finally work together! As a IFMAR Vice World Cup Champion, EFRA Vice European Champion, multiple German National Champion and ETS – Euro Touring Series frontrunner, David brings a wealth of Stock experience to the team and will not only race full Nosram electronics in all his rides but will assist in product development. Welcome to the Team David!! Onto an great 2023 together!!

Source: Nosram [Facebook]