November 4, 2018

Tamiya Avante 2011 Black Special 4WD buggy kit

Coming soon from Tamiya is the re-release kit of the Avante 2011 Black Special, a limited edition of the iconic Avante buggy. Already a re-release back in 2011, the kit will now make another appearance on the market, pleasing collectors and vintage racer alike. The 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit will include a number of option parts such as the racing steering and ball differential torque splitter set – the latter two sets will also become available separately as an upgrade for older spec kits. All items will become available by mid-December.

View the racing steering & torque splitter set here


November 2, 2018

Reds Racing WRX HE 3.4cc nitro engine

Reds Racing have released their new WRX High Efficiency 3.4cc nitro off-road engine. The new engine has been specifically developed to noticeably reduce fuel consumption, allowing drivers to get more than nine minutes of runtime. The power plant uses the experience gained with the WRX Corsa Lunga engine and features a reduced 3.4cc displacement, a special High Efficiency crankshaft with a restrictor to get improved fuel mileage and it comes with the new VCX3 carburettor. The engine is best used with the 2113 off-road pipe in combination with an L manifold.

View a list of the specifications here


November 2, 2018

HB introduce new JC truggy body & shock tower

Coming from HB Racing are the JConcepts-made Finnisher truggy body shell and the V2 front shock tower for the D817T truck. The clear body has dimples for easy installation on the E817T and D817T truggies with the aggressively styled Finnisher design being a proven winner with multiple championship victories. The separately available V2 front shock tower is designed to mount the JConcepts Finnisher bodyshell on the D817T truggy and it is precision-milled from thick carbon graphite for maximum stiffness, durability and light weight.

View the V2 front shock tower here


November 2, 2018

JConcepts Dragon wheels Tracker wheel discs

JConcepts have introduced their new Tracker wheel discs for the Dragon Mega Truck wheels. The Tracker wheel discs are replacement options for the Dragon wheel sets to provide a new look or to simply change the colour scheme to existing wheels. Inspired from Weston Anderson’s Bog Hog, the Trackers sport a burly, angular steel-like build similar to versions utilised on the real deal. The injection-moulded, 2-piece design item, features a full-face that covers the wheel and is secured from the inside-out. The Tracker set is unique and includes a cover for the wheel nut that creatively interlocks with the disc to create a completely closed off mega truck look. Available in multiple colours, the disc set includes four disc pieces, four wheel nut covers and hardware to make the installation to a #3379 Dragon wheel set.

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November 2, 2018

HPI Racing Toyota FJ Cruiser body set

Venture truck owners and scale Toyota fans can now customise their trucks the officially licensed FJ Cruiser body set from HPI Racing. Loaded with scale features, a custom-painted FJ Cruiser will bring a whole new look to the next trail run. With a clear body to start with, owners have an open canvas to make their own FJ Cruiser – whether it’s to match your full-size FJ Cruiser or make your dream trail truck. Like all HPI bodies, the FJ Cruiser comes with a clear protective overspray film, easy to use vinyl window masks and a large pre-cut decal sheet. The detailed vinyl pre-cut decal sheet comes with all of the official Toyota and FJ Cruiser logos, headlights, tail lights, turn signals and more, plus a complete set of tinted windows, grilles, vents and more. Also included with the body set is the complete set of plastic detail parts including the replica roof rack and side mirrors. All the necessary hardware is included, from the O-rings and body clips for the roof rack to the screws for the side mirrors and tyre mount. For easy mounting, the 315mm wheelbase body also has drill locations marked for the HPI Venture scale crawler chassis, making it very easy to line up the body mount holes or use alternate body mounting methods.

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November 2, 2018

SMJ introduce new TC spring & accessories

Japanese brand Speedmaster Japan have introduced their new progressive T2.5-2.8 1/10th electric touring car spring as well as a range of accessories. Starting with the spring, the T2.5-2.8 adds to SMJ’s existing Stealth line of springs and it is made of 1.4mm diameter wire. The total length is 20mm meaning it can be used with most of today’s ultra short shock absorbers.

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November 2, 2018

MIP Kraton/Outcast Race Duty drive kit

MIP have introduced their new Race Duty drive kit for the Arrma Kraton and Outcast trucks. Made from the highest quality hardened alloy steel, the kit can easily upgrade the car’s front or rear drive. It offers increased overall strength due to large 6mm tapered bone compared to 5mm of OEM and the tolerances are all improved from the coupler hole, to the entire assembly. In addition rotation of the cup of the axle to the bone is much smoother and not notchy like the OEM fitment for an overall smoother driveline action.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]