January 19, 2007

SMC matched cell packs

SMC matched cell packs

CML distribution in the UK have the new SMC matched cells now available and the packs are available in 4, 5 & 6 cells to suit all classes. The batteries themselves are high performance Intellect 4200 mAh matched cells with lower internal resistance and higher average voltage than previous cells.

Source: CML Distribution [cmldistribution.co.uk]


January 19, 2007

RB Products release the C6 combo pack

RB Products C6 combo

RB Products have announced the release of this C6 combo pack for 1/8th circuit racers who want to compete at the highest level. Each combo pack comes with the Rody Roem tuned .21 circuit engine, the C6, as well as the 01006-RC exhaust pipe and conical manifold which is the most suitable exhaust combination to get the best from the engine. This set comes packaged in a presentation box and is available now.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]


January 19, 2007

OCM Kaos DT-19T truggy

OCM Kaos DT-19T truggy

OCM Racing, makers of the Kaos 1/8th scale buggy, have released some cad images of their new truggy, the Kaos DT-19T. The chassis itself looks to have a very standard design for a car in this class with the only stand out feature from the cad images being the Allen key adjusted track rod system that looks like a very neat idea. Expect to see this car in the shops in March.

Source: OCM Racing [ocmracing.com] via Neo-Buggy [neobuggy.net]


January 19, 2007

Piktor reveal Rush 2 body shell

Piktor Rush 2

Piktor, the French company that has been teasing us with images of their all new and rather unique Rush 2 1/8th scale off road buggy, have finally shown us the complete body shell of the car. This computer generated graphic shows the body shells flowing curves, including the F1 type winglets in front of the rear wheels, as well as the unique front wing. I have to say it looks good, now if they would only release the car we’d all be happy.

Source: Piktor [piktor.fr]


January 18, 2007

Marc Kreisig wins Rd2 of RCM Cup

Marc Kreisig wins Rd2 of RCM Cup

In his debut race using the .12 spec 1 RR engine from Axial, Kyosho driver Marc Kreisig has won the second round of the RCM Cup held at the indoor Race Center Munzig. In qualifying Kreisig could only manage 4th position, despite setting a new lap record, behind Ralf Krause, Andreas Giesa and Thomas Fischer. In the race however he had to start from the pit lane but could fight his way back up to 2nd place and, after a mistake from Ralf could take the lead and never looked back to take the win.

Source: Robitronic [robitronic.eu]


January 18, 2007

Kawada M300 RSX 1/12th scale

Kawada M300 RSX

Kawada have released their new M300 RSX 1/12th scale chassis. A small update from the previous car the changes include bigger stabilizing shock absorber, thicker chassis plate and a slightly longer wheel base.

View more pictures of this chassis here.

Source: Kimihiko Yano [kimihiko-yano.net]


January 18, 2007

Yatabe Arena renew their off road track

Yatabe Arena

The world famous Yatabe Arena in Japan, that has played host to many major events throughout the years, has renewed their indoor off road track and now sports an updated layout and keeps its cool wall ride corner. Yatabe Arena also recently created a purpose built indoor drift circuit and with their every expanding and improving facilities must now be considered one of the premier RC venues in the world.

To view more pics click here.

Source: Yatabe Arena [yatabearena.com]


January 18, 2007

Ryan Cavalieri dominates Midwest Off-Road Champs

Ryan Cavalieri

Ryan Cavalieri was once again in dominant form when he won all 3 classes at the CRCRC Midwest Electric Off-Road Championships held last weekend in Hilliard, Ohio. Raced using a unique format that saw three 5-minute qualifying rounds and three 6-minute main events Ryan Tq’d and won the 4wd event driving his BJ4 Worlds Edition whilst in 2wd mod and truck mod classes he also won after qualifying 3rd and 2nd respectively.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]