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March 12, 2021

Tamiya TA08 Pro 1/10th 4wd chassis

Tamiya have announced an even further hopped-up chassis in the ever-evolving TA series, the TA08 Pro. This 2 belt-driven 4WD chassis features a Stepped V design for better weight balance and rigidity. This sees the battery as well as the electronics on the opposite angled towards the centre line at 10 degrees to prevent contact with the track surface. The spur gear is positioned in front of the motor for more stable drivability, powering the dual belt and the included TRF420 gear differentials and steel TA07 differential joint cups.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

March 12, 2021

Infinity diff & shocks carry case

Creation Model add to their line of Infinity branded carry cases with this parts carry case for safely storing and carrying differentials and shocks. Pre cut holes in the included foam insert make it ideal for IF14-II rear differential, IF15 front and rear differential and all types of shocks and even glow plugs.

View the bag internals here

March 11, 2021

Hitec RDX2 Pro dual port AC/DC charger

Hitec’s popular RDX charger line continues to expand with the introduction of the RDX2 Pro, a dual port AC/DC charger providing a whopping 260 watts of power. The RDX2 Pro features independent, 130-watt circuits, allowing you to charge two packs simultaneously. Its user-friendly jog dial easily scrolls through menus, making programming a breeze. Capable of charging 2S packs at rates up to 14A, and 4S packs up to 9A, the RDX2 Pro’s high charge rates provide more power in less time for your 1/8th and 1/10th-scale buggy and truggy needs.

View more details & specs here

March 11, 2021

ISDT K2 AC/DC dual charger

ISDT, new sponsor of World Champion Naoto Matsukura, has announced their new K2 AC/DC dual charger. Able to output 200W in AC mode or 500W in DC mode in each of the two output channels, it can output up to a maximum of 30 volts. Able to support all major battery chemistries it is also able to discharge at 15W in each channel. The device features a 2.8″ IPS LCD display that has a 178° visible viewing angle and displays the relevant information clearly for each output. A compact footprint of 142 x 135 x 64mm it is also not too heavy for such a powerful charger, weighing in at 700grams.

View the full specifications here

March 11, 2021

Xray XB8/8E Eazy body lightweight

For the XB8 and XB8E buggies comes the lightweight version of the kit standard Eazy body from Xray. Making the car significantly easier to drive, the lightweight version of the body ensures that the car has less weight atop the car for less roll, increased cornering speed, and more aggressive handling. Produced from high-quality, premium Lexan material.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 11, 2021

Exotek Racing TLR22 based street eliminator options

More new items from Exotek Racing for TLR22 based street eliminator cars. Firstly there are these precision machined titanium 12mm wide front hex axle set for +6mm overall wider width for more stability and less body roll. At only 4.5 grams per pair they are almost as strong as steel but nearly half the weight and not easily bent as the aluminium axles. Rounded and angled hex profile makes wheel installation extra quick and easy. Also for the same car but the rear, these wide clamping heavy duty hex sets (8mm each) allows easy mounting, without spacers, of Proline and JConcepts street eliminator wheels.

View the hex sets here

March 10, 2021

Infinity setup board for 1/10th scale

Creation Model have released this Infinity setup board. A high-precision acrylic setting board that is a must have for checking your cars ride height and wheel alignment. This cool looking board features a special sticker with the Infinity logo and is available in vertical or horizontal layouts depending on your needs. Uses high quality 8mm thick clear acrylic board made in Japan. 300x440mm in size making it ideal for 1/10 scale.

View more images of the board here

March 10, 2021

Aerox 1/10th offroad ride height gauge

Schumacher have introduced the new Aerox 1/10th offroad ride height gauge. Precision machined and black anodised for a cool look, this simple but effective ride height gauge is a must have for all 1/10th offroad racers. The gauge has simple steps in 0.5mm increments from 12 to 24mm to suit all track surfaces and applications and the numbers are easily viewed from the top or the side.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]