October 31, 2008

Exclusive First pic: X-Factory X-60 body

There have been many photos of the upcoming X-60 from X Factory but so far they have all featured old GT2 bodies. We’ve seen almost everything on the truck itself but nothing of the new body, which has been promised a design like nothing seen before. X-Factory have been keeping the prototype bodies tightly under wraps so we began contacting them several times a day, sometimes by phone, sometimes by e-mail but we kept being told there was nothing to report until finally Chazz relented, sending us this photo. He said:

Our drivers are still arguing over the body design. I emphasize function over form, and I say, ‘Close the hole for greater downforce.’ But Brian Kinwald replies, ‘Close it and there will be too much downforce. Besides, this is waaay cool.’ So X Factory themselves still have not decided. All the Team drivers do like the roof air scoop to help with ECS/motor temps.

Alexander Valente suggested they post this pic and let people comment on their forum at www.2wdrc.com but it looks like we’ve beaten them to it.


October 31, 2008

KM Racing Carbon Pit Box

KM Racing have released this handy carbon pit box. Designed to fold away flat for easy transport and storage, when open the aluminium centre stand provides a place for your fuel gun and a range of tools necessary for in the pitlane. What gives the carbon pit box its name is the use of carbon fibre for the main central structure as well as the carrying handle, which not only looks great but is super lightweight too.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]


October 31, 2008

Team Magic G4+ Evo 200mm chassis

Team Magic have released what is essentially a production version of the G4 WC upgrade from K-Factory that was used by Marc Rheinard and Barry Baker at the World Championships in Lisbon back in August. The car features a new 3mm chassis made from Alcoa 7075 aluminum, new aluminium rear bearing blocks, aluminum upper arm mounts, carbon front body mount, more adjustable rear upper link mount, redesigned clutch and 2-speed as well as new K-Factory shocks and lighter materials throughout.

Source: Team Magic [teammagic.com.tw]


October 31, 2008

LRP Vector Micro BL Modified 6900

Now you can enjoy the superior performance of modified brushless technology also for your micro model. LRP have released the new Vector Micro Brushless modified, which delivers more power and longer runtime with zero maintenance. Features multi-mounting system, perfect fitting with M3, M2.6 and M2.5 motor screws.

Click more to see the feature list… content


October 30, 2008

JConcepts Illuzion MBX-6 & X2 shells

JConcepts set a new standard with the original Illuzion body for the MBX-5 back in 2004 and is setting trends once again in 2008 for the MBX-6. The Illuzion Hi-Flow body has turned radical presenting a smooth yet detailed design while incorporating many of the features from the original Hi-Flow body. Also new from JConcepts is the Hi-Flow body for the Jammin X2. The Illuzion Hi-Flow styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical edge styling details for additional style and performance. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features that make the new Illuzion “Hi-Flow” bodies stand out.

Click more to see Jammin X2 shell… content


October 30, 2008

Robert Pietsch to use Sanwa RC Products

Robert Pietsch joins ATS Tyres

It has been officially announced that Robert Pietsch has changed to Sanwa R/C products. From the beginning of next season the nationally and internationally successful Nitro Champion will use the Sanwa Exzes Plus transmitter along with the Sanwa range of servos and receivers. The decisive factor for this change came at a test held in September which made up Roberts mind:

I tested the new 2.4GHz FSSS system and was suprised that it is absolutely capable of keeping up with current FM Technology. Until now I was sceptical because i had already had problems with various other 2.4GHz systems. But Sanwa seems to have really mastered 2.4GHz technology.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


October 30, 2008

Adrien Bertin takes victory in Grenoble

Held on the famous track of Grenoble, the French 1/8 On-Road Championship saw Kyosho CRF team driver Adrien Bertin TQ easily by more than 6 seconds ahead of promising French driver Jerome Papaconstantinos. In the final, Adrien got a perfect start and pulled away from the field and after building up a one lap cushion on the 2nd placed driver Stephane Bouche after only 10 minutes, the former World Champion cruised to the victory. In second place was Bouche who placed ahead of Shepherd team mate Laurent Pageneau who drove a very consistent race to take 3rd in front of newly crowned National champion Adrien Siegfried.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]


October 30, 2008

LRP ZR.30 Spec.2 Pullstart engine

LRP have announced the release of this completely new engine, the ZR.30 Spec.2 Pullstart. Especially designed for Truggies and Monster trucks, this new engine features a completely new and unique design. Stronger, more robust and more powerful due to the new XTEC T6 crankcase with extra thick ribs, it features an over sized head for ruggedness and reliability, a new carburetor, 5+1 ports sleeve, special reinforced conrod for .30 size and a flow optimized crank shaft, together with Turbo Scoop for maximum power and easy tuning.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]