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August 6, 2014

Tamiya re-release Super Champ buggy

The latest re-release kit from Tamiya is the 1982 Super Champ 2WD buggy. Another icon of Tamiya’s early “scale-ish” buggies, the now Fighting Buggy 2014 called vehicle is based on a 2.5mm fibre glass double deck chassis, it features an independent trailing arm front suspension, a mono shock rear suspension and a plastic ABS bodyshell with aluminium roof. Subtle improvements to the suspension and drivetrain parts make for better durability, allowing to use more modern power systems to propel the buggy. The kit is set for a release in October.

Source: Tamyia [tamiya.com]

July 31, 2014

HPI Racing Crawler King with 1973 Ford Bronco body

Following first teaser images HPI Racing now officially introduce the Crawler King 1/10th scale crawler with 1973 Ford Bronco bodyshell. The proven Crawler King chassis now comes with waterproof electronics, stickier tyres, multi-spoke off-road wheels and a new retro body. A 55-turn crawling motor, full-time 4WD, locked differentials, heavy duty alloy suspension links, and over 15 centimetres of suspension travel make for go-everywhere abilities. Details like a sealed receiver box plus a waterproof steering servo and reversing speed controller round out the package. Last but not least comes a 2.4GHz radio system, a 7.2V 2000mAh Ni-MH battery and charger.

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July 23, 2014

HPI Crawler King 1973 Ford Bronco

HPI soon have a bodyshell variant of their popular Crawler King truck available. Coming decked out with a 1973 Ford Bronco body the vehicle offers over 150 millimetre of suspension travel while HB Rover tyres help to find grip even in the harshest conditions. The kit comes with a pre-painted bodyshell in “retro colours” and full RTR specification including 2.4GHz radio, batteries and charger.

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July 16, 2014

Yeah Racing SCX10 & AX10 alloy motor plate

Yeah Racing introduce this aluminium motor plate for the Axial SCX10 and AX10 crawlers. Machined from high-quality aluminium and coming blue anodised the part is stronger yet lighter than standard cast or billet aluminium parts while the machined cooling fins help to dissipate heat from the motor.

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July 10, 2014

Axial Yeti 1/10 4WD rock racer RTR

Axial introduce their latest 1/10th scale off-road vehicle called the Yeti. The dedicated rock racing vehicle features a solid rear axle and independent front suspension and it is built to withstand the punishment of rock racing at a high level of performance. It’s distinct aesthetic and technical elements were inspired by full-size desert trucks and various off road vehicles. The Yeti is powered by a 3150KV 4-pole brushless motor and controlled by a 3S-compatible and waterproof speed controller. In the suspension department, the off-road racer is equipped with an IFS Independent Front Suspension system to help maintain high speed stability when running through a diverse range of terrain. Precision machined aluminum shocks are standard equipment and deliver smooth suspension movement for consistent handling. The package that also includes a factory-installed steering servo is rounded out by a 2-channel 2.4GHz radio system for glitch-free operation.

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July 10, 2014

RPM ECX 2WD oversized front spindle blocks

RPM introduce oversized front spindle blocks for the ECX line of 1/10th 2WD vehicles such as the Torment, Boost, Ruckus and Circuit. They make use of (optional) larger and thus more durable 5x11mm bearings and are made to improve durability and precision compared to the stock spindles thanks to their design and the use of RPM’s nylon material. The parts are a direct swap for the stock spindles and retain the stock geometry of the suspension. All that is needed are four 5x11x4mm ball bearings and you are good to go.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]

July 9, 2014

Arrma 2014 Mega brushed motor RTR vehicles

Arrma present their updated “2014” Mega range of brushed motor 2WD off-road vehicles. Based on the proven twin vertical plate “ladder” frame, the buggies and trucks offer a super tough chassis, large volume shock absorbers and a durable drivetrain with fluid-filled gear differential. The kits are topped off by pre-painted polycarbonate bodyshells and pre-mounted multi-surface dBoots tyres for best possible traction on a variety of surfaces. Included with the factory-assembled kits also comes a fully waterproof 35A brushed controller, a 15T Mega brushed motor, a water and dustproof 5kg-cm steering servo and a 2.4GHz radio system. The Mega range vehicles are available as Raider desert buggy, Granite monster truck, Fury short course truck and Vorteks stadium truck.

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July 9, 2014

MIP Twin Hammers X-Duty CVD spline drive kit

Made for Vaterra’s Twin Hammers rock racer is the X-Duty CVD spline drive kit from MIP. The custom involute spline design makes for smooth telescoping operation and thus a more efficient working drivetrain. The kit is a direct replacement for the stock drives and it includes durable steel male and female bones, 5mm drive hubs, cross pins, grub screws and a cup of MIP thread gel and grease.

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