ST Racing Concepts have introduced their CNC-machined aluminium rear bumper mount eliminator brace for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. Designed for drivers looking to have a cage-style body setup the bumper eliminator brace gives the TRX-4 a clean look while providing more strength and rigidity to the rear part of the chassis rails. The part is available black, blue, red, gun metal and silver anodising.
Losi have introduced their new Tenacity TT Pro 4WD SCT Brushless RTR trucks. The vehicles are based on the high-performance TEN platform featuring a super-tough 4mm plate, 6061-T6 aluminium chassis and the ability to adjust the TT Pro’s suspension and drivetrain for any condition. For added adjustability and tune-ability, adjustable turnbuckles come standard on the TT Pro as do adjustable swaybars, 4mm aluminium shock towers and independent front and rear suspension. The truck also includes a full metric hardware package and aluminium features along a Spektrum Smart 130A brushless ESC and Spektrum Firma 4-Pole 3150KV 550 motor, allowing drivers to hit 80+ km/h with a 3-cell LiPo battery. The ESC is waterproof, completely programmable and comes pre-wired with a high-current IC5 connector. Drivers stay in control with a DX2E Active transmitter and a Spektrum AVC receiver with steering priority, and the truck is topped off with an officially licensed Brenthel or Falken race inspired scale trophy truck bodies along with officially licensed Method Wheels with Falken Wildpeak MT tyres.
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Coming from FTX RC is their new DR8 1/8th scale desert racer ready-to-run buggy. Big, brutal and fast the DR8 is sure to capture the attention of electric powered brushless fans looking for a fast performer with the added bonus of some scale realism. Featuring the a 6S compatible Hobbywing speed control and 4274 2000kv brushless motor, the true test will be finding enough space to unleash the DR8 to its full potential of up to 100kph. At these speeds a solid base is required and the DR8 features heavy-duty materials and a proven design. 3mm heavy-duty aluminium front and rear braced main chassis, 5mm thick front and rear aluminium shock towers and reinforced moulded suspension components come as standard to help soak up any high speed tumbles. The 4WD drivetrain features sealed oil filled metal-geared differentials coupled with spiral toothed output gear and pinion and is finished off with a hardened steel spur gear for a near bulletproof transmission. Fully adjustable pivot ball suspension, front and rear anti-roll bars and big bore adjustable oil filled shock absorbers all contribute to provide race like handling and adjustability for different terrains. The DR8 is topped off with a classic, desert buggy inspired moulded tubular roll cage frame with printed lexan panels and spare wheel. A detailed interior driver cockpit, painted fire extinguishers are all rounded off with super bright front and rear LED light bars.
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ST Racing Concepts have announced the release of new front and rear aluminium shock towers as well as a rear aluminium bumper mount for the Element RC Enduro trail trucks. Starting with the shock towers, the CNC-machined alloy parts help to improve the rigidity and strength of the popular rig. The front shock tower features a complete one-piece design that incorporates the Panhard mounting point, eliminating unwanted flex in this area to allow the suspension to articulate and function the way it was designed to do. As for the CNC machined aluminium rear bumper mount, the parts adds strength the rear end of the chassis rails and adds great looks to the truck. All products are available in a range of anodising colours to help creating an individual look.
Traxxas have announced the soon release of the new WideMaxx suspension kit for the Maxx 1/10th scale monster truck. Available in six dynamic colours, the WideMaxx kit extends the track out by 20mm per side allowing drivers to bury the throttle in the turns, soak up even more extreme terrain, and come out the other side ready for more. The WideMaxx kit consists of extended versions of the Maxx’s extreme-duty cold-weather suspension arms and additionally, new springs are included for the rear of the truck to dial in the suspension settings, while the original rear springs move to the front for optimum balance and performance. Finally, a set of wider toe links for the front finish out the new widened stance.
Coming from Yeah Racing is a chassis upgrade set for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. Included are front and rear hard-coated aluminium axle housings, stainless steel front and rear centre drive shafts, a full stainless steel link set as well as a stainless steel skid plate. The parts are add ons or replacements for the standard items, adding durability and much needed weight.
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Coming from Samix and made for the Element RC Enduro trail trucks is an aluminium rear chassis H brace. Stronger than the original plastic part the brace helps to reinforce the whole chassis assembly while adding a touch of colour as it is available in five different surface anodisings including blue, gun metal, silver, green and black. The brace is machined from high-quality aluminium and a direct fit using the included hardware.
Coming from Traxxas is a new LED light kit for the Maxx 4WD monster truck. Built to handle brutal real-world punishment, this light kit is waterproof and built Traxxas Tough for maximum fun. The included high voltage amplifier packs the muscle to efficiently power the high-power light bar, while minimising losses from excessive current and heat. The tightly regulated output provides stable lighting performance, without flickering or dimming as the battery voltage changes. The smart brake lights work when brakes are applied in both forward and reverse directions. This eliminates the common and annoying problem with generic aftermarket systems that turn on the brake lights while reversing. Wiring is simple: Plug the main connector from the power amplifier into the power port on the Traxxas VXL-4s electronic speed control, and then plug the individual lighting modules into the power amplifier. Drivers can switch between three manual lighting modes on the power amplifier, such as high beam and low beam, or use the Traxxas Link app and #6511 Wireless Module to control individual lights remotely and create custom lighting configurations. The set includes the front and rear LED bars, replacement bumpers with LED cutouts, an 8-channel amplifier and mounting hardware.
