Coming from Xtreme Racing and made for Tamiya’s Monster Beetle and Blackfoot re-release 2WD trucks are several carbon fibre option parts. First up are carbon fibre rear shock mounts. Cut from high-quality material the parts are designed to replace the standard shock mounts with stiffer and cooler looking parts. The set included two shock mount brackets and shock mounting hardware.
Following the introduction of the upgraded Inferno VE Kyosho America have also announced the soon release of the DBX VE 2.0 1/10th scale electric buggy. It offers the convenience of a 1/10th scale vehicle mixed with 1/8th scale performance levels, and the upgraded kit now includes the 2.4GHz Syncro KT-231P transmitter and KS4031-06W high-torque and high-speed steering servo. In addition to the new controls, the new DBX VE 2.0 is equipped with a colourful printed body with white motif and high-vis neon yellow wheels that light up the track. The chassis features aluminium parts anodized in signature gun metallic and is equipped with the Team Orion Vortex R10 Evo motor and Vortex R10 Sports ESC of the former model. The ready-to-run kit is rounded out by 1/8th scale racing buggy tyres that combine with a long wheelbase and wide tread to deliver stability under any conditions.
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Kyosho have announced the soon release of their upgraded Inferno VE ReadySet 1/8th E-buggy kit. The ready-to-run vehicle builds on the proven MP9 and features a sturdy alloy chassis, a robust 4WD drivetrain and large volume shock absorbers. Included in the factory-assembled kit are genuine Team Orion electronics such as a Neon8 brushless motor and a programmable Vortex R8 speed controller. Also included is a high-torque metal gear steering servo and the kit comes with the new Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz radio system for improved vehicle control. The set is rounded out by square block tyres on neon red wheels and a pre-painted bodyshell.
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Coming from Exotek are new aluminium option parts for the HPI Micro RS4 and the Losi Mini 8ight-T kits. Starting with the Micro RS4 related part, the heavy-duty steering hubs offer improved precision and durability for high-speed applications. Machined from 6061 aluminium and coming polished, orange anodised and laser-etched the parts make for a factory look and they include hardware for mounting.
ST Racing Concept have introduced the aluminium suspension and steering link kit for the Axial SCX10 II RTR. Made to convert the RTR’s suspension and steering links to the same spec as the SCX10 II kit version, the 10-piece high-quality CNC-machined set features links with 7.5mm diameter ends that gradually taper to a 6mm centre for durability and good ground clearance. The complete set will take care of the entire truck’s suspension, steering, and panhard link and it is available in a range of colours including black, gun metal, red and silver. For those that are building a custom rock crawler, monster truck or a new scale rig, these new links are also available in pairs separately. Their M4 thread at each end is 10mm deep and ready to accept any Axial or Traxxas M4 size plastic turnbuckle ends. The links are offered in various lengths from 56.5mm to 107mm.
Kyosho Taiwan have released first high resolution images of the forthcoming Turbo Scorpion re-release 1/10th 2WD buggy kit. The latest addition to the Legendary Series of 1980’s kits is based off of the standard Scorpion but it features a white colour chassis tub, red body aluminium shock absorbers and larger wheels and tyres that seem to accept modern day 2.2″ tyres. Like the other Legendary Series buggies the kit will also feature updated suspension parts, modern 48 pitch gears and an upgraded transmission with slipper clutch. So far nothing is known about the vintage-looking Le Mans 240 brushless motor shown in the images. It may be included or available as upgrade but all information should become available in time for the release that is expected to happen in November.
Coming from Samix is a titanium link set for the new Axial SCX10 II truck. The high-clearance front and rear link set is a direct fit on the SCX10 II with standard ball ends and it is made from high-quality titanium material. All parts are marked for easy identification and holes near the threaded portions allow for convenient assembly of the links and ball ends. Using the links allows for more clearance during rock climbing, they are more durable and add visual impact to the vehicle. Included in the 10-piece set are also front steering links.
A first “leaked” teaser image of the expected Kyosho Turbo Scorpion re-release buggy has appeared on the internet. Following the re-release of the 1980’s Tomahawk, Scorpion and Beetle kits, the former top-of-the-foodchain Turbo Scorpion would be a sensible next step in the company’s re-release schedule. The somewhat blurry image shows a buggy with brushless motor and what appear to be modern 2.2″ rims and tyres, showing the release might target the growing interest in vintage racing. We bring you more information on the possible release as soon as they become available.
Source: RC Monkey [rcmonkey.jp]
