Slovakian company Hudy, who are sharing the stand with Xray, have introduced their new Starbox for 1/8th scale off road. Carrying on from the compact on road starter box that was introduced at the fair last year, it can take normal NiMh packs as well as LiPos and a neat feature, besides its diminutive size, is the inclusion of extra long feet which can be attached to raise the box in order to also start 1/8th scale truggies.
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Having already published the press releases of the company’s new products we all know what to expect on the Xray stand this year. We asked further regarding the 808E brushless 1/8th scale and were told that they are still currently testing configurations of the layout of the electrics in the car. As you can see in the photos, there is a version that has the receiver mounted forward together with a stand up steering servo, but they are also trying a version with a lay down steering servo and receiver mounted in the center. The weight balance is so critical with the brushless cars and this is something Xray have spent a lot of time trying to get right in order for it to fly straight and even. The 808E also has its own specific chassis plate which sees all the gas related mounting holes removed. Finally the car will not use a mechanical brake but will plan on offering a slipper diff as an option in the future.
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Austrian company Robitronic have a big stand here at the fair as always and are displaying their new Avid V2 190mm touring car which we got a preview off back in the middle of summer during the Touring car Euros. The main change with the car is the fact that it uses symmetrical mounting holes in the chassis, as well as a floating motor mount, which ensure even flex on both sides of the car. A new top deck with multiple mounting holes also allow you to experiment with the amount of flex by adding or removing screws. To aid ease of maintenance, the front and rear differentials can be easily removed with 4 screws, while the centre Spur gear can also now be removed by just taking of the top deck. A new steering system, and LiPo pack mounts complete the changes.
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On the Horizon Hobby stand, Team Losi are displaying their new 8ight EU 1/8th scale buggy. Using information and input from their European team drivers, Darren Bloomfield, Yannick Aigoin and Martin Bayer, the US company have come up with this new kit for Europe. Sporting front aluminium caster blocks, more inclined kingpins, new shock pistons, diaphragms, springs and sway bars, this new chassis is ready to tackle the faster flatter tracks in Europe. New front and rear shock towers and a new body shell finish off the changes. Available as a kit it will be sold in Europe and Australia only.
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Serpent are at the toy fair showing their all new 811 Cobra buggy. Chief designer Billy Easton is also present and we had a chat with him about the new car. With a focus on making the car simpler for the end user as well as being able to perform at a high level, Billy has put a lot of effort into the finer details. Another focus was to bring the car in at a good price point while still being highly spec’d, everything you see in the photos coming as standard, with the exception of the option ball raced anti roll bar that is in the front and rear of this car. With only a limited number of gallons through the test car it has already performed really well and now with only some minor changes and finishing touches need to be made to the current shock tower, rear lower bracket and the shocks themselves, the car is expected to be launched in April.
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Xray presents the all-new 808E – the electric powered version of the ultra-successful 808. Designed for professional racers, the 808E features ultra-high performance parts, finest quality materials, unmatched precision in manufacturing and backed up with legendary Xray support and service. The 808E is a professional race car delivered in a kit version to allow you your own choice of electronics. Supported by Xray dedication, passion and heritage of performance, the 808E is ready to take you to the winning circle.
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Xray has taken its X10 pan car to the next level with the introduction of the now industry-standard linkage rear end. The X10 Link is now truly a universal platform that conforms and adapts to current rules and trends in allowing the use of either NiMH or LiPo battery technology with no ill-effects to handling or balance. The X10 Link has been designed to be driven and win on any club track around the world, under any conditions. Whether soaking up bumps on a rough asphalt club track or slicing through the infield of a super-smooth carpet track, the X10 Link does it with ease and versatility.
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Introduction the Xray NT1 2010 spec, the latest version of the European Championship winning 1/10th 200mm chassis. To bring the car to the next level, Xray’s primary focus was on improving fine details while increasing reliability and performance. Value being a foremost consideration, Xray are pleased to include as standard many new and improved parts that were previously only available as options. The NT1 is a premier nitro touring car straight out of the box, able to put you into the winners circle at club, national, or world championship levels… with all the finest features that put the Xray factory team on the podium.
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