Speedzone got in touch to tell us about their latest release in the form of a 3800mAh 60C 96mm LiPo battery pack. Ideal for all off-road applications the hardcase pack features dimensions of 96x47x25mm allowing the adjustment of the chassis weight distribution by sliding the pack back and forth. Included is a charge and balance harness.
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CRC introduce the Shorty 4200mAh 40C 7.4V 95mmm LiPo battery pack for the LTR 22 buggy and all other chassis that make use of the new 95mm LiPo batteries. Made with the latest generation 40C LiPo cells the Speedsport pack features bullet type battery and balancer connectors and weights 215g. The orange hardcase battery pack is available now.
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Team C Racing release an on-road setup system for 1/10 scale pan car chassis and 1/12 scale touring cars. The camber measuring plates are CNC-machined, grey anodised and laser-engraved as is the included on-road ride height gauge. The upper toe measuring plate is cut from clear polycarbonate and features a large body post cut-out to make adjustments easy.
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KM Racing offers a radio plate flex mount for the Mugen MRX-5. Machined from steel and hardened for increased rigidity the part offers long life characteristics and is a direct replacement for the stock part.
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Arrowmax release special front lower arm shafts for the Mugen MRX-5 1/8 scale on-road chassis. Made from high-quality spring steel the shafts are titanium-nitride coated for reduced friction and enhanced durability. The shafts are a direct replacement and available now.
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KM Racing have released these new stainless steel brake pads for their H-K1 chassis. Designed to be more rigid, they offer good heat release and long life while providing more consistent braking. The pad material is the same as that found on the carbon brake pads.
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New from European Champion 1/12th scale manufacturer V-Dezign is their latest release in the Carpet Ripper series, the V. Based on continuous development combined with fresh thinking this is the first complete kit from the Finnish manufacturer. The new car features optimized and improved rear-end geometry introduced in CR 4.0 for 1S LiPO from low to high traction as well as the narrowest 1/12th scale chassis on the market for smoother running, only 109mm wide. The wheelbase has been extended further for better stability. As well as a high quality finish and CRC Pro Strut front end, the car comes complete with many optionals as standard such as black aluminium screws, ceramic diff balls, bronze front arm pivot balls and more. Available in October this year, per orders for this limited edition car are being taken with those being delivered in the middle of August.
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O.S. have introduced two new 21XZ-R engines for 1/8 scale on-road racing with both featuring superb runtime. Engineered for added horsepower and faster lap times, the 21XZ-R Speed performed well at the 1/8 Scale On-Road Worlds in Miami, Florida with Team drivers coming home in 4th and 5th place with production models. The motor features a redesigned crankcase and carb to produce smoother transitions and higher speeds while the 21M slide-valve carb features 4 adjustable control settings, including a low-end metering needle for improved torque and fuel economy. A more-balanced conrod reduces vibration and wear. Equipped with many of the same performance features as the .21XZ-R Speed ABC, the 21XZ-R VII offers explosive acceleration and top-end for race-winning potential at a more economical price. It combines aggressive timing with easy starting so drivers can unleash its race-winning potential right out of the box, while the cylinder liner boasts 7 scavenger ports and three exhaust ports. Both engines are available in early August.
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