Yeah Racing have introduced an aluminium gear diff cover for the M-07, TA-06 and XV-01 kits. Machined from high-quality material and coming blue anodised for wear and looks the part is a direct fit on the gear diff units, reducing gear cage deformation under acceleration and braking, making for increased gear and transmission life.
Axial Racing have introduced their new Wraith 1.9” ready-to-run scale rock crawler. It builds on a refined chassis with increased ground clearance, new skid plate and lower rails. A front battery mounting location and a chassis-mounted steering servo as well as single-piece AR44 axles, adjustable oil-filled shock absorbers as well as licensed S30 compound Nitto Grappler tyres are also part of the package as are a detailed polycarbonate body shell with plastic scale details such as the grill and radiator. Two large LED headlights make for visual impact as does the replica V8 engine receiver box under the hood.
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Team Associated have introduced crawler specific variants of their Rado 2 brushed motors. The Radon 2 Crawler motor’s 5-slot design delivers a smooth powerband for precision control while traversing steep, uneven, or rocky terrain. Dual ball-bearings improve performance and reliability while adjustable timing allows for adjustments to compensate for different drivetrain configurations that require reverse motor rotation. These features together result in a powerful, reliable, economical, and versatile choice for those who prefer brushed motor power. The Radon 2 Crawler motor is available in 12T, 16T, and 20T versions to suit a variety of applications and speed requirements.
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Traxxas are known for their performance ready-to-run vehicles but now also step up their game in the kit sector with the introduction of the Stampede 4×4 unassembled kit. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is designed Traxxas Tough to handle all the 4-wheel drive monster mayhem owners can dish out. Its tall ground clearance and long-arm suspension make Stampede 4×4 feel unstoppable and it combines all the mud-slinging fun of the RTR Stampede with the excitement of building your own truck. Offered as a true roller chassis, the Stampede 4×4 kit allows build-it-yourself freedom to add your choice of motor, ESC, servo, and radio system. All the parts are organised neatly in labeled bags with a fully illustrated colour manual to make building rewarding and fun. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is perfect for drivers of almost any age or skill level and it comes including a clear truck body shell, allowing to create own paint ideas.
Samix have introduced their new V2 brass hub carriers for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. Machined from heavy brass material the hubs add 82g of weight to one of the lowest parts of the truck to improve climbing performance while offering additional shock mounting locations. The parts are compatible with the standard Traxxas items and a black surface coating ensures corrosion resistance and cool looks.
Coming from Team Associated and available through their Shapeways 3-D-printing store are two new optional parts. First up is a battery box that allows the use of shorty-style battery pack for longer run time. The tray also adds additional options for adjustments to weight bias and to mount the part no additional hardware is needed. However it requires modification of the stock aluminium electronics tray. Also new is the servo mount to run the servo in a rearward-position to improve steering geometry through suspension articulation. No additional hardware needed but the part requires modification of stock the aluminium electronics tray. More information on buying can be found here.
Traxxas have introduced their forthcoming TRX-4 Sport kit, the unassembled version of the company’s popular 1/10th 4×4 trail truck.
The new TRX-4 Sport Unassembled Kit lets modellers built the truck of their dreams from the ground up and it includes a range of accessory options such as expedition Rack, snorkel, spare tyre mount, LED-ready grille and tailgate panel. The kit comes as roller sans electronics, allowing to add your choice of power system for transfer a used one from another model. The clear body shell comes pre-cut, meaning less stress when prepping that one of a kind body shell. The truck’s chassis comes equipped with portal design axles for superior ground clearance, threaded GTS shock absorbers, competition-worthy 1.9 trail tyres and steel chassis rails and suspension links. Not included is all running gear such as a 550-class motor, speed controller, high-torque servo, or radio system. The kit will hit stores very soon.
Losi have announced the soon release of their new Ford Raptor Baja Rey 1/10th 4WD ready-to-run desert truck. Officially licensed, it comes equipped with a 3S LiPo-compatible Dynamite 3800kV brushless power system, as well as a solid rear axle, independent front suspension, and roll cage with upright shocks, so owners can tear across all types of rocky off-road terrain. They’ll do so with the full-throttle freedom of the AVC technology and just like the full scale Ford Raptor, the on-board traction control allows racers to fly across the desert, parks or parking lots at speeds in excess of 80km/h all while in complete control and completely dialled in. Modellers also get an authentic off-road racing experience with injection moulded details, light bars and two licensed trim schemes. Included with the factory-assembled truck comes the Spektrum DX2E Active radio system for glitch-free control of this beast. The truck is set for a release in April.
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