T-Works have introduced their new L-type hex wrenches in 2mm, 2.5mm, and 3mm sizes. The tools make use of T-Works’ proven aluminium handles and they feature an ultra-short tool blade that sits at a 90 degree angle, allowing to use higher forces when undoing or tightening screws. The wrenches are available separately or as a 3-piece combo set.
Coming soon from Sanwa is their new RX-493 coaxial antenna receiver. The FH5/FH5U and SXR response mode compatible receiver features a traditional 100mm coaxial antenna and an integrated antenna tube mount, ensuring stable performance in about any situation compared to built-in antenna receiver units. Furthermore the high-voltage compatible receiver is waterproof, comparable to IPX4, and it supports Sanwa’s SSL function. The unit measures 26×23.2x14mm, it weighs in at 6.2g and is understood to work exclusively with the Sanwa M17 radio system.
View a list of the key features here
Traxxas have introduced their new heavy-duty suspension arms for the X-Mass monster truck. Weighing nearly 20 pounds and packed with 30+ volts of extreme 8S power, the X-Maxx has redefined toughness for large-scale RC monster trucks. Now there’s a way to get even more brute strength out of the vehicle with new heavy-duty suspension arms made from Traxxas’ latest proprietary composite material. Traxxas designed this composite specifically for high loads and hard landings with just the right amount of flex to resist breaking – even in cold weather. Installation takes only a few minutes with no filing or modification required. The heavy-duty suspension arms work with existing Traxxas accessories, they come in six dynamic colours for full customisation and include upper and lower arms that are available separately.
Reds Racing from Italy have announced the soon release of their new dedicated Tetra GT clutch system. No information beside this single image is available yet but things should brighten up soon as the, most likely adjustable, clutch is expected to hit stores shortly.
Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]
Made for the Team Associated B74 and Xray XB4 1/10th scale 4WD off-road buggies are the new Ruddog carbon fibre side guard sets. The side pods are moulded from high-quality carbon fibre for a low weight and high-quality surface finish, ensuring cool looks and improved car performance as the side guards weigh in at about 17g for the B74 version and 24g for the XB4 version, which is considerably less than the standard composite plastic side pods. Being made of tough carbon fibre the side guards retain the original flex characteristics of the chassis while offering slightly increased ground clearance during cornering. Included with the side guards comes suitable mounting hardware.
Coming from SpeeDome-RC is their new S-Type carbon fibre top deck for the Xray T4’20 mid-motor touring car. Of the popular asymmetrical design, the top deck will optimise the chassis’ flex characteristics while allowing to access the car’s 3-stage multi-flex settings. The upper deck is available in a thin 1.6mm and a thicker 2.0mm variant from now on.
Source: SpeeDome-RC [facebook.com]
Xray have introduced their new 115mm rear universal driveshaft for the use with the XB8 1/8th scale buggy and the longer #351114 chassis. CNC-machined from sturdy Hudy spring steel the universal design ensures less binding and thus smoother suspension movement for improved rear traction. Strategically-machined, the lightweight driveshaft has been weight-reduced without compromising strength and it comes ground for maximum precision, individually measured and inspected. The shaft fits the XB8’20 and XB8E’20 with the longer #351114 chassis.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Made for the TLR 22 5.0 2WD buggy are Vision Racing’s front and rear carbon fibre shock towers. The +2mm front shock tower raises the shocks by 2mm to give more up travel while the standard rear shock tower matches the stock shock geometry. The +2mm rear variant also raises the shocks by 2mm, giving more up travel. All three are made of high-quality 5mm carbon fibre, the feature micro tune shock positioning for improved adjustability and added webbing for increased durability. The edges also sport a chamfer for cool looks and less splitting issues.
View the standard and +2mm rear shock towers here
