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June 8, 2007

Kyosho Lazer ZX-5 RTR – Details

Kyosho Lazer ZX-5 RTR

Kyosho have released the full details of their new RTR version of the popular Lazer ZX-5 4wd buggy that we showed you back in February.

Kyosho – For nearly 20 years, the Kyosho Lazer has been part of the racing landscape. As the successor to the Kyosho Optima, which is largely credited with making 4WD electric racing popular, the Lazer is always at the cutting edge of technology and competes at the highest levels including the World Championship. Much of the same advanced technology that makes the Lazer such a formidable force on the world stage is now available in a ready to run package. The new Lazer ZX-5 ReadySet not only breaks new ground as a 1/10 4WD ready to run, it also shares the DNA of a racing champion.

Serpent Powerstart Starter box

Serpent have introduced the latest version of the Powerstart starter box, the follow up to their original pioneering compact starter box. Suitable for both conventional and in line engines, this new box features dual motors for great starting power and is perfect for all types of car, both circuit and buggy. The box’s adjustable positioning mounts mean you can make any car easily fit. Coming pre assembled, this new starter box features a composite casing and sports a small removable parts box, for spare plugs and clips, and a clip on the rear of the box to mount your glow plug starter. The Powerstart is supplied with a carrying case to protect it when being transported to and from the track and the bag also features a separate pocket for storing cables and other associated items. Expect to see it at the start of July.

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June 8, 2007

Xray release Multi-Diff for NT1

We briefly covered the multi-diff in our NT1 options round-up a few days ago, and at the time i thought it was just the same system as used in the front of the Serpent 720, and basically it is in that it allows you to run a oneway or, with the insertion of a steel pin, a solid front axle. What is unique about the multi-diff though is that is also allows you to run a solid one-way axle as well.

A lightweight machined steel hex-style locking axle can be inserted into both outdrives to lock them together and create a solid one-way, which means both outdrives turn freely together as a one-way (at the same time), thus creating a solid one-way off-power.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

June 8, 2007

Gil Losi Jr – Interview

Gil Losi Jr - Interview

In the middle of March the surprise announcement was made that Gil Losi Jr had left the company that bore his family name to go and head up the design team at competitors Kyosho America. Xtreme RC Magazine caught up with Gil shortly after the move to find out the real story behind the move and what lies ahead for him in his new position.

Click here for the PDF of the interview. All text and pictures by Derek Buono from Xtreme RC Mag.

Source: Xtreme RC [rc411.com]

June 7, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> Falcon Team challenge for Rallycross drivers announced – Link [mirageracing.co.uk]
> Race report from Eastbourne Open day – Link [horizonhobby.co.uk]
> Hot Bodies UK Rallycross Junior Championships announced – Link [hbeurope.com]
> Chris Heath writes his experiences from the Wombwell 1/8th National – Link [cmldistribution.co.uk]
> Report from the latest round of the NSW Off Road Challenge Cup – Link [rubeduderc.com]

June 7, 2007

Airtronics 2.4GHz Module & Receiver

Airtronics 2.4GHz

We showed some pictures of the long awaited Sanwa / Airtronics 2.4GHz module over 2 weeks ago when Sanwa had them on display on their show stand at the Shizuoka hobby show in Japan. Thanks to Horizon Hobby we now have a close up photo of the module and the receiver and while the US importer doesnt have any specs or further information about the product, they have set a price for the above pairing of $181.99.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

June 7, 2007

Team Magic 2007 G4+ LE

Team Magic 2007 G4+ Limited Edition

A while back we showed you a photograph of the new G4+ by Team Magic that our site partners 3hobby managed to get from team driver Darren Johnson. The car may have looked good there but now it looks amazing, the graphic team at Team Magic doing another outstanding presentation job. This G4+ is a limited edition, to celebrate the companies 10th year and Euro’s win and only 999 will be made so its a pretty special car that Team Magic will be delivering, with new packaging and lots of upgrades.

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June 7, 2007

Trinity EP4200 Matched Packs

Trinity have been in touch to inform us that the new EP 4200 cells are in stock and they are available in matched, matched assembled and sport pack versions. The EP cells are a more robust cell which excels with its on track performance and has been designed to not fail under high amp loads as seen during actual racing conditions. The EP cells should also be a big boost to your wallet as they reduce your overall battery budget due to increased pack life.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]