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May 21, 2021

Pro-Line Masher X HP & Hyrax 2.8 tires & Ram 1500 body

Pro-Line have released this pair of pre-mounted Masher X HP tires for X-Maxx and Kraton 8S. Coming mounted on Raid 5.7″ wheels, Pro-Line Masher tires are known for being the standard when it comes to chevron Monster Truck style tread and Pro-Line took it to the extreme on the Masher X by adding futuristic tread and sidewall detail that will make your truck look incredible and perform amazingly everywhere you go. The all-new Masher X HP tires go one step further by being belted to handle extreme power and high speeds with ease. These tires and Raid 5.7″ wheels have been developed from the ground up to be lightweight and durable enough to handle extreme X-Maxx and Kraton 8S punishment to give you the best all-around bashing experience possible. The Raid 5.7″ black wheel features a 24mm hex with the standard 1/5 scale through-hole to fit most 1/5 scale vehicles and includes machined aluminium wheel washers to fit onto the popular X-Maxx platform. The Masher X HP tires are made from Pro-Line’s legendary M2 compound for unmatched grip on the dirt, street, grass, and gravel.

View the Hyrax 2.8 tire & Ram 1500 TRX body here

May 21, 2021

Rêve D RS-ST Anniversary edition servo

Rêve D have introduced their new RS-ST Anniversary edition servo in limited numbers. The RS-ST Servo, which appeared as the first Rêve D product in November 2019, has been greatly received by everyone and in total they have sold more than 12,000. The ‘Anniversary Edition’ servo commemorates the sales volume far exceeding expectations and will be on sale soon. Featuring a specially designed laser-etched aluminium casing, it retains the same functionality as the standard model. A special top sticker is attached to the top case and bottom case and in addition to black there are two other colours, red and purple.

View the base of the servos here

May 20, 2021

Pro-Line 1995 Toyota Supra drag body

Pro-Line have introduced this 1995 Toyota Supra body for Drag Racing. Pro-Line is proud to introduce the car culture phenomenon 1995 Toyota Supra clear body to the no prep drag racing scene. All the iconic rounded shapes of the full-size car have faithfully recreated in 1/10 scale size and tuned specifically for drag racing. Pro-Line even includes separate headlight buckets to accurately replicate the 3-dimensional depth of the 1995 Supra headlights. The body features a unique tuner-style raised rear wing that is lifted by the included moulded black plastic wing struts to complete the iconic Supra styling. Or you can 3D print your own OEM style Supra Spoiler using the design file provided by Pro-Line. To create the most scale look possible, the body is designed with a narrower track width than a traditional SC body. It is a direct fit on the AE DR10 and the Losi 22S No Prep Drag Car, and your 2wd Slash will require some new parts to fit correctly.

View more angles of the Supra here

May 20, 2021

Team Associated RB10 Electric off-road buggy

The new RB10 Electric Off-road Buggy was engineered using Team Associated’s vast knowledge and success in the 1:10 scale 2WD racing category. Featuring a water-resistant, high-power Reedy brushless speed control, 3300kV brushless motor, a 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system, as well as their DVC (Dynamic Vehicle Control) receiver unit with built-in adjustable digital gyro. Add to that a Reedy metal-gear, digital high-torque servo, and a water-resistant enclosed receiver box. All of this packaged together in an outstanding factory-finished off-road buggy body with wing. And to keep you sticking to the terrain, the RB10 will keep you accelerating and cornering with the included aggressive off-road treaded tires and lightweight 12mm hex wheels. The RB10 will perform on most surfaces you throw it at, from asphalt to dirt as well as any prepared track surfaces. This buggy makes for a great basher and a good platform to try your skills out on the track.

View more details & images here

May 20, 2021

Yeah Racing + Atsushi Hara Momentum tool series

Introducing the Yeah Racing Momentum series of Pro-Grade racing tools, designed and manufactured with input from world renowned racing driver Atsushi Hara. A multi class specialists he gave them input into how to create tools which are racer focussed. The line up consists of a 7075 aluminium and carbon car setup stand for 1/10 touring cars, a aluminium and carbon multi functional parts tray, and a wheel well marking template tool. There is also a number of setup tools like the all in one droop gauge that sports magnetically secured droop blocks inside the gauge for a neat travel solution and less clutter on your pit table. There is also a more conventional droop gauge and droop gauge blocks and finally a ride height gauge. All the items come in black with very nice purple highlights and sport Atsushi’s signature.

View the other tools in the Momentum range here

May 20, 2021

JConcepts Small Finish Line racing bag

From JConcepts, the Small Finish Line racing bag is a compact, multi-purpose equipment bag that can be used for about any RC needs. The design and proportions allow you to store and transfer just about any combination of compact RC equipment desired. There is enough room for 1/10th, 1/16th, 1/24th scale vehicles or touring cars as well as room for radio gear, tools, tires, or various other RC gear. This racing bag has a heavy covering of woven technical appearing fabric sewn over to create the glamorous geometry. JConcepts imagery and logos embroidered on each side of the bag for authenticity, impact, and brand loyalty. The front-load Velcro® design combined with composite inner liner allow for easy access to all drawers individually. The two composite drawers with divider make the inner workings of the JConcepts racing bag nothing short of spectacular for the organised minded racer.

View another image of the bag here

May 19, 2021

Pirani wins ARC-Matrix-Trophy in Fiorano

Last weekend the ARC-Matrix -Trophy was held at the Miniatuodromo Jody Scheckter in Fiorano. With 70 drivers in attendance the first race of the year was well attended. In qualifying Andrea Pirani (Shepherd) managed to claim the pole-position with his Velox V8.2 in front of Mirko Salemi (Capricorn) and Francesco Tironi (Infinity). At the start of the final Andrea was able to defend his position. He never lost the lead and after 30min of high class racing he crossed the finishing line in first position followed by Mirko Salemi and Alberto Picco in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

May 19, 2021

FX Engines tease new T300 engine

FX Engines are teasing their new 1/10 touring car engine which they are calling the T300. Made in-house at the Xray factory, no further details or specifications were announced so we will just have to wait for the full release coming soon.

Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]