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March 15, 2019

Redworks introduce new XB-series carbon optionals

Redworks from France have introduced new carbon fibre optionals for the Xray XB2 and XB4 off-road buggies. First up is the L4 rear shock tower for the XB2, a low-profile variant for the use with pre-2018 rear shocks of the XB2 or XB4. The updated geometry offers less droop and a lower centre of gravity which can be beneficial in certain track conditions. Next up and also made for the XB2 is a flex battery hold down that allows for a softer chassis flex setting while doing away with the need to use battery foam spacers thanks to multiple battery stop positions. Another flex battery strap come for the XB4 4WD buggy – the updated design results in a softer chassis flex setting for improved drivability in a variety of conditions. Last but not least comes a small carbon fibre electronics mounting plate that ensures quick and easy mounting and removing of the buggy’s electronics. All parts are machined from high-quality carbon fibre and they are available now.

View the other new parts here

March 15, 2019

Jason Nugroho wins 2019 Batam Challenge

The 2019 Batam Challenge was held at the Banana RC Track in Batam City, Indonesia last weekend. A total of 35 drivers from Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Jakarta, Medan, Banjarmasin, Padang, Pontianak as well as local drivers attended the event that saw five rounds of 10-minutes qualifying with the three best to count. In the end it was Jason Nugroho (Xray/Novarossi) ho took the TQ honours and he also secured the win in the 60-minute main final, some five laps in front of Adrian Wicaksono (Mugen/O.S.) on the runner-up spot and John Agus (Kyosho/O.S.) in 3rd. Andre Supriyatna (Mugen/O.S.) and Rama Danindro (HB Racing/Novarossi) would round out the top 5 results.

View the final results here

March 15, 2019

T-Works MP10 DLC coated arm shafts

Coming from T-Works are two sets of DLC-coated lower arm shafts for the Kyosho Inferno MP10 buggy. The exclusive coating with ensure smooth suspension action due to less friction between the shaft and the arm all while making for improved wear resistance. Available are 4.5x65mm front and 4.5x69mm rear pin sets.

View the rear shaft set here

March 15, 2019

Elias Johansson wins at Swedish Cup Rd1

Last weekend the Swedish Cup series kicked off its new season. The event was hosted by the Karlskrona MRK club and held at their indoor facility in Kallinge. In 4WD Buggy qualifying it was evident that several drivers were really quick, but in the end it was Elias Johansson who came out on top with David Ronnefalk lining up 2nd and Alexander Landen 3rd. In the opening A-main Alexander stayed with the front pack for the first two laps, but then went just a bit tight on a track marker and got slightly stuck, and had to let Wilhelm Skjöldebrand by. They had a really good battle together for a few laps before a small mistake where Wilhelm left the door slightly open after the straight, gave Alexander the possibility to re-take 3rd position.

Continue reading the report here

March 14, 2019

Axial Wraith 1.9” RTR scale rock crawler

Axial Racing have introduced their new Wraith 1.9” ready-to-run scale rock crawler. It builds on a refined chassis with increased ground clearance, new skid plate and lower rails. A front battery mounting location and a chassis-mounted steering servo as well as single-piece AR44 axles, adjustable oil-filled shock absorbers as well as licensed S30 compound Nitto Grappler tyres are also part of the package as are a detailed polycarbonate body shell with plastic scale details such as the grill and radiator. Two large LED headlights make for visual impact as does the replica V8 engine receiver box under the hood.

View a list of the main features and more images here

March 14, 2019

Picco EFRA 2099 Performance off-road exhaust

Kyosho Europe have introduced the new Picco EFRA 2099 Performance off-road exhaust. Designed for the use with the new Blast engines, the exhaust system utilises an updated and reshaped long-type manifold with the whole setup ensuring a more linear power curve over the whole RPM band. While being designed for the Picco Blast engine, the exhaust also fits Novarossi and O.S. based power plants.

Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]

March 14, 2019

Hot Race Tyres Bangkok 1/10th buggy tyre

Coming from Hot Race Tyres is the Bangkok 1/10th scale buggy tyre. Developed especially for clay surfaces, such as the Pinerolo track, the tyre will offer exceptional performance and wear in these conditions and it is available as 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear variant in super soft, soft, medium, clay and astro-specific rubber compounds.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

March 14, 2019

Essex Carpet Clash Rd4 – Report

The latest meeting and round 4 of the new Essex Carpet Clash took place this past weekend. With a decent turn out, all drivers entered in the early hours to another great track, that was flowing, fast and fun to drive. Qualifying saw a mix of different drivers taking the top spots in both four and two wheel drive, showing that the track was fast, but small errors made for lost points in the round scores. Four wheel drive saw Ed Kerry take three of the four rounds and lined up ahead of Luke Mills. Two wheel drive ended with Kyle Moon taking pole having taken the 1st two rounds. The remaining grid positions to 5th saw best time coming in to play with drivers split on points.

Continue reading the report here