Red RC

July 10, 2008

HongNor X2 CRT 1/8th Truggy

HongNor have announced that production is now complete and that they will begin selling their new 1/8th scale truggy, the X2 CRT. The new car claims to have better balance due to the engine being moved forward on the longer wheel base and narrower chassis, which removes some unwanted body roll. Some of the materials have also been modified for durability and the front lower arms have been strengthened. The center diff has been replaced with a lower profile mount with a smaller spur gear, while the steel offset brake cams and center diff mounts, that were initially supplied as an optional extra, are now included in a durable nylon. Further changes to the transmission include the front and rear crown wheel and pinion that have been replaced by a smaller 45 tooth spiral cut crown wheel and a 10 tooth spiral cut pinion and this allows the diff to spool up faster and give smoother operation and acceleration. The outdrive cups have also been lightened to reduce the rotating mass.

Click here for more information and photos… content

July 10, 2008

Mugen MBX6 CAD images

UK Mugen distributor Race Prep Longshaw Distribution, has CAD images of the latest Mugen buggy, the MBX6. According to the text on the site that describes the visible features on the car from the pictures, the first noticable thing is that shock absorber suspension cups are very deep to ensure the spring stays in place. Its a completely new car with what looks to have hardened aluminium parts throughout such as the main chassis, shock bodies etc. as well as what appears to be lightened diff-outdrive cups. The front drive shafts use a captured drive pin inside the bearing, and if you look closely at pic 3 below you can see the small grub screw which will allow you to tighten the drive shaft cup without pulling the whole drive train apart. In the final picture below, you can see that the anti-roll bar mounts are angled for easier tuning from the side of the car and for protection of the rear end parts, and to help keep unsprung weight down, the car is supplied with rear mud guards.

Click here to see more CAD images… content

July 10, 2008

LRP Energy Power Fuel 36

LRP have announced the release of this Energy Power fuel with a nitro methane concentration of 36% for maximum power. This fuel is available in 3.5L and 1.0L containers and has been tailor-made for big block engines. The adjustment of your engine is very easy and the moving parts of your motor are well lubricated thanks to a special oil that keeps the innards of your engine safe.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

July 10, 2008

Team Orion 5300MAh SHO cells

Seen for the first time at the toy fair back in February, the new 5300 SHO cells are now available from Team Orion. Team Orion product experts run what they make and understand the need for performance at all levels and compliance with all governing body rules and safety standards. Orion staff has gone the extra mile to form a relationship with a select supplier to develop cells so good they put its name on them. Team Orion Super High Output cells are developed with the input of Oscar Jansen, who has been developing world champion sub-C cells for decades. Not yet approved for sanctioned racing.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

July 10, 2008

Barry Baker joins Team Magic

Top US racer and 2007 ROAR National Champion Barry Baker has announced that he is leaving Team RC America and Xray to race for Taiwanese manufacturer Team Magic. A move away from Xray seemed to be on the cards when he started using Team Orion products in his car recently, moving away from the RC America team deal with Trinity. Barry released the following statement:

I just wanted to announce that myself and Team Magic Model LTD. have joined forces! I will be representing Team Magic not only in the racing part of the company but also in the development of the products they have and will be coming out with. I look forward to help with the development of not only the race vehicles but also the RTR vehicles! I will be using all of Team Magic’s Products….E4RS for Rubber tire racing…E4FS for foam tire racing…G4RS for Gas car racing…..and the M1B for 1/8th off road….With the help of K-Factory and H.A.R.D products I will do my best to put them in the winners circle! Not only will I be working directly with the factory, I also will help promote the car not only worldwide but I also know how hard Wolf Hobbies works in the U.S and I will help them as much as I can! I will debut with the cars at the IIC…Anyone going feel free to come check them out and I will be more then happy to answer any question there……As for questions about the Cars right now I need to have a few weeks to learn about them and I will start a question answer thread on here! I would like to thank Team Magic Model LTD.

Source: RC Tech [rctech.net]

July 10, 2008

Upgrade RC Tees & Slash graphics

Upgrade RC have released a number of new products including these t-shirts and a new range of skins for the Traxxas Slash. The tees are made from high quality 100% black cotton and are available in 2 different versions, the icon design and up-logo design. Also new is 2 new graphic kits for the Slash, the Tribal flame design (seen below) and the Flame 2 design, both of which are available in different colours and have been specifically die cut to fit the Slash body.

Click more to see the Slash graphic kit… content

July 10, 2008

VP Pro Cut Off STR Tyre

Chinese company VP Pro have been in contact to tell us about their latest off road tire release. The Cut Off tyre is a popular tyre in their buggy range and will be be brought across to their truggy line. A proven tread pattern, it provides the user with excellent grip and traction and will be available for sale soon.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

July 10, 2008

Neil Cragg retains 2wd Euro title

Our mates at oOple, who are present at this weeks 1/10th EP Buggy European Championships, are reporting that defending champion Neil Cragg got off to a good start in the 2wd class, being quickest in practice and going on to win all five qualifying rounds to take an easy pole for the final. Over the three final legs Neil fought a hard battle with Paul Bradby for the title, a Nail biting fight on the last leg between these two saw Neil take the title, Paul Bradby second and Hupo Honigl third.

Read the full oOple Euros report here.

Source: oOple [oople.com]