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October 20, 2016

Losi 8ight-T 1/8th nitro RTR truggy

Losi have introduced their new 8ight-T 1/8th scale nitro ready-to-run truggy. Based off of the multiple ROAR nationals winning TLR 8ight platform the vehicles comes factory-assembled and equipped with high-quality components. It makes use of a shaft-driven 4WD drivetrain with three fluid-filled gear differentials, front universal driveshafts and it utilises a suspension with pre-set geometry thanks to fixed-length camber and steering suspension links. Adjustable 15mm oil-filled shock absorbers soak up even the roughest of terrain and a Dynamite .28 pull-starter engine delivers loads of oomph. The truggy is rounded out by waterproof Spektrum metal gear servos, a Dynamite 1600mAh receiver battery and a Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system as well as a pre-painted bodyshell and pre-glued tyres.

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October 19, 2016

Samix SCX10 aluminium shock body upgrade kit

Samix have introduced an aluminium shock body upgrade kit for the Axial SCX10 and SCX10 II. Machined from aluminium and coming with a hard-anodised or silver finish the shock bodies are of a threaded design and they come including aluminium spring pre-load nuts, aluminium lower caps and fake piggy packs in the same colour as the shock bodies. Laser etched markings round out the visual appearance. All parts are a direct fit to the needed donor Axial pieces and using the alloy bodies will make for a smoother shock action and an overall better performing shock absorber.

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October 16, 2016

STRC release more Axial aluminium & steel option parts

Coming from ST Racing Concepts are new aluminium and steel option parts for a range of Axial off-road kits. First up are the version 3 differential covers for the RR10 Bomber, Wraith, Yeti and SMT10. The machined aluminium parts add both strength and looks and they are available in anodised blue, black, green, gun metal and silver.

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October 15, 2016

JConcepts introduce 2.6″ monster truck tires & wheels

JConcepts introduce 2.6" monster truck tyres & wheels

JConcepts have introduced their all-new 2.6″ monster truck tires and wheels. First up is the Renegades tire, a low-profile carcass and cut-tread offering. The chevron style lugs has been created with specially designed back-cut tread and shaved carcass areas imitating the real thing. At rotation, the tread still stands tall and provides a hefty edge of forward grip in a variety of conditions. The back-cut section provides a small transition during high-speed corning which conform to changing terrain and obstacles. The side-walls have been treated with wording, designs and descriptions consistent with full-scale tires during that generation of performance. The low-profile stance of the Renegades stays very flat during race course competition, speed-runs or general use. The tire carcass profile holds the weight extremely low while the design of the tire beads allows just the right amount of contact patch for gluing and application. The Renegades is available in sticky soft blue compound for dirt, grass and asphalt while the gold compound feels harder to the touch and excels on carpet, astroturf and polished concrete surfaces. It also expands less during high-speeds. Renegades tires are complete and include open cell React inserts to support the grippy tires.

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October 14, 2016

Team Magic E5 RTR Silver Edition 1/10th monster truck

HRC Distribution have released first images of the Team Magic E5 RTR Silver Edition 1/10th scale electric monster truck. The vehicle is based off of the standard E5 RTR, released a couple of month ago, but it features a silver pre-painted bodyshell instead of a clear body and black wheels instead of fluorescent orange ones. The Silver Edition becomes available in a brushless or brushed motor version soon.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

October 14, 2016

MIP SMT10 X-Duty C-Drive kit

MIP’s popular X-Dury C-Drive kit is soon also available for the Axial SMT10 4WD monster trucks. Replacing the standard centre driveshaft assembly for a more sturdy and more durable one, the set includes all-steel X-Duty splined driveshafts that can take much more punishment than the kit setup. Included are all parts needed for the conversion as well as a thread gel and lube cup.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

October 12, 2016

Kyosho MT-4WD Psycho Kruiser VE 1/8th monster truck

Kyosho have introduced the MT-4WD Psycho Kruiser VE 1/8th scale ReadySet monster truck. The vehicles is based on a low-profile 4WD 3-differential chassis comparable to the popular Inferno truggy and it is equipped with a 1500kv Team Orion Neon 7 brushless motor and a 6S LiPo-compatible brushless controller. A shock-resistant, hardened battery case protects the LiPo battery while big bore threaded aluminium shock absorbers, aluminium shock towers and front and rear anti-roll bars keep the truck on track despite the extreme power it is able to develop. The included Syncro KT-201 2.4GHz radio system offers a fail-safe function for the unlikely event of signal loss and the included KS-203 steering servo was taken over from the 1/7th scale Scorpion XXL to ensure steering authority when the going gets tough. The ready-to-run truck is rounded out by an aerodynamic bodyshell and grippy tyres on multi-spoke rims.

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October 8, 2016

MIP Ascender X-Duty C-Drive centre driveshaft kit

MIP’s popular X-Duty C-Drive centre driveshaft kit is now also available for the Vaterra Ascender. Designed to offer improved durability the splined driveshafts take a lot of abuse even when running the truck in the toughest of terrains and with a powerful motor. The set is made from high-grade alloy steel, heat-treated and it includes all needed parts to convert the centre driveline of the truck. The set fits the Ascender, K105, K5 and Ford Bronco and it becomes available by mid-October.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]