Team Orion have introduced two new LiFe receiver packs in 1100mAh to their Marathon range of batteries. Supplied in either hump or standard configuration, these 6.6V packs are lighter and safer than LiPos and remove the need for a voltage regulator. Supplied with either a BEC or UNI connector and JST-KH balancer plug.
View the standard configuration pack here
More new products from Roche for the TOP Photon with the release of these aluminum bumper posts. Red anodised, to match the rest of the car, they have been CNC machined and add strength to this critical area in the event of an impact. Sold as a pair.
Source: Roche [roche.hk]
New from Xray for their 808 chassis is this optional molded composite cover that protects the air filter and is recommended for muddy and rainy conditions. The cover is a direct fit for the 808 low-profile air filter assembly.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The first annual SCT Jamboree was held at Dirt Hills Raceway in Marion, Ohio on June 12, 2010. Despite rainy conditions, the race drew over 70 entries and the usual SCT classes were held including stock SCT, mod SCT, and 4×4 SCT. The race also featured an 12 and under SCT class. Rob Mangold took the win in the stock class, while Rodney Black was the winner in Mod. Don Goins took victory from the TQ in the 4×4 class and in the 12 and Under class it was Mike Bowling that emerged the winner.
View the different class winners and videos from the event here
Our friends over at Neo Buggy are reporting that Portuguese driver Ricardo Monteiro has claimed the win at the 2010 European ‘B’ Championships in Valladolid, Spain this weekend. In qualifying it was Spanish racer Patxi Penas that took the top spot but problems in the semi final meant he wouldn’t bump up. While wet earlier in the event, conditions on Sunday were perfect and in the main final there was a strong battle between pole man Bryan Baldo and Monteiro, but issues for Baldo saw him retire, leaving the way free for Losi/RB man Monteiro to win by 20 seconds ahead of Xray/RB driver Carlos Durães in 2nd, with Mugen/Ninja Adrien Perez in 3rd a further 9 seconds back.
Source: Neo Buggy [neobuggy.net]
The Japanese 1/8th scale on road gas Nationals were held this weekend at Keitune Speedway in Ichihara. A relatively low attendance of 52 drivers, but with plenty of quality in the pack it was sure to be a tough race for everyone. Qualifying went the way of Takahiro Terauchi, taking the pole position by 2 seconds after 6 rounds to line up ahead of Hideo Kitizawa in 2nd and Masao Tanaka in 3rd. The final saw problems for pole man Terauchi, who would end the race in 10th position, while up front Tanaka would drive a clean race to pull off the race win crossing the line 8 seconds in front of Ken Furukawa in 2nd and Takeshi taking 3rd.
Source: JMRCA [jmrca.jp]
Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on. This weeks round up includes the following stories.
– XB808 2nd at French Championship R3
– XB808 Dominates Sun Hobby Buggy Challenge
– T3 Podium Finish at BRCA R1
– T3 Wins Modified & Stock at 2010 Muchmore Masters, Australia
– XRAY Triple Win at 2010 Reedy Race of Champions
Click here to view the round-up
Hong Nor have developed a new 46T Spur Gear in plastic for the 1/8th X1 and X2 electric off-road cars. The gear is not only suitable for Hong Nor X-series buggies but can also work with Kyosho and other brand cars and is a perfect choice for customers who own Hong Nor’s electric conversion kits. This gear made with super heavy-duty material and decreases noise while increasing performance.
Source: Hong Nor [hongnor.com.tw]
