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November 5, 2021

Bittydesign Hiberya 1/10 FWD 190mm body shell

Bittydesign have introduced the Hiberya, the Italian company’s second release for the FWD category following the HC-F. Following several months of outdoor and indoor testing, the new body has demonstrated exceptional lap times. This has been possible thanks also to several modifications made to the original project as we wanted to be sure to offer a body that could excel in the FWD category and reach an optimal level of performance and balance. Made with high quality and genuine polycarbonate Lexan, the body includes a complete set of screw, nuts and large plastic washers to fix properly the rear wing. Produced only in light weight version, it fits all the 190mm electric chassis on the market with 257-260mm wheelbase.

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November 5, 2021

Mon-tech Racing reveal their new Zero TC bodyshell

Following extensive testing and having teased us earlier in the week, Mon-tech Racing is pleased to present their new TC bodyshell named Zero. The main characteristics of this new body are extreme ease of driving, precise steering both on and off power, excellent traction in acceleration as well as being very quick in direction changes. It comes supplied with screws for the rear wing, window masks and decals for headlights and air intakes and will be available in both standard version (80gr) as well as the “La Leggera” version (60gr).

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November 5, 2021

Stafford & Brown on top at EssexCarpetClash Rd2

Round 2 of EssexCarpetClash4 took place last weekend. A fun track greeted the drivers in the morning and with the ‘slippery section’ proving to be quite challenging. In 4wd, Stephen Brown dominated qualifying topping the sheets in all four qualifiers. John Painter took the two spot ready for the finals, with David Orbell behind. 2wd saw a tussle between Ellis Stafford and Kyle Moon in each heat, with Stafford just edging the runs. Stephen Brown was also in the battle, placing good round scores to line up 3rd on the grid ahead of Christopher Delves Delves.

Continue reading the report here

November 5, 2021

OfficinaRC X4 titanium upper arm & 6mm pivot balls

OfficinaRC have presented their new titanium 4.9mm upper arm balls and 6mm pivot balls for the new Xray X4. Machined from solid titanium and 100% made in Italy, they offer a 40% weight saving over the original parts and will give a unique and factory touch to your car. Thanks to the titanium it will significantly reduce the masses of weight at the highest point of the car, making it more robust, in a point exposed to shocks. Both items are direct replacements for the originals.

Source: OfficinaRC [officinarc.com]

November 5, 2021

Xray XB4’22 1/10th 4WD buggy – Coming soon

Having recently teased their XB2’22, Xray have today announced the upcoming release of their XB4’22 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit. The next step in the evolution of their XB4 series, we can expect full details on this 2022 update in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 4, 2021

Ultimate 2142 one-piece offroad exhaust

Ultimate Racing have presented their new EFRA 2142 super strong one-piece offroad exhaust system. The pipe has been welded to the manifold to improve performance providing a precise and linear throttle response in high RPM range with a great top end speed. This exhaust system is a great choice for your 1/8th off road engine and it’s specially recommended for the M3 and M5 lines of Ultimate engines. This exhaust system comes supplied with the pipe, 2 medium springs, 2 long spring and 2 manifold gaskets.

Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]

November 4, 2021

OfficinaRC X4 titanium turnbuckle

OfficinaRC adds a new piece to the collection dedicated to the Xray X4. The new turnbuckle, produced entirely in titanium and 100% made in Italy, will soon be a must have for all X4 drivers. With their excellent manufacturing, they combine lightness and efficiency, dedicated to those who want to maximise the performance at extreme levels. Thanks to the titanium this turnbuckle is about 40% lighter than the original while being more resistant.

Source: OfficinaRC [officinarc.com]

November 4, 2021

Rêve D MC-1 rear A-arm conversion set

After a long period of engineering and evaluation, Rêve D are excited to announcement their new rear A-arm conversion set for the MC-1. This conversion set enables total setup freedom for the rear end, with track width, camber angle, caster angle, roll centre and lastly it’s possible to fine tune the toe and bump toe angle change throughout the suspension stroke. You can try various settings according to the road surface conditions, layout of the course and driving style. The set includes upper and lower arms, uprights, turnbuckles, inserts, ball ends and suspension brackets.

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