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November 6, 2020

Xray X12’21 1/12th scale chassis

Based on the ultra-successful X12 platform, Xray presents the all-new X12. Incorporating the latest improvements and refinements gathered by the team, race-proven in high-competition races around the world, and ready out-of-the-box to take you to the Winners’ Circle. The X12’21 is offered in two versions again this year, whether on low to medium-grip tracks which are typical in Europe, or on super-high grip tracks which are typical in the US, there is an X12 to fit each occasion. This completely new platform has 90% new components with the main focus on improvement of durability, stability and traction. A tweak free design, there is a new rear centre pivot mounting system, bulkheads, pod plates & redesigned front suspension.

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November 6, 2020

Xpress FM1S one piece top deck

New for the Execute FM1S, Xpress have released this one piece top deck. Made from single piece of carbon fibre and connecting the front and rear of the car around the motor, the new design reduces chassis flex and increases corner speed at the expense of less stability.

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November 6, 2020

Radtec IF14-2 low friction front & rear belts

Radtec have produced new size low friction white front and rear belts for the Infinity IF14-2. The Japanese-made and Radtec-branded belts will greatly improve the overall drivetrain efficiency due to offering a softer feel and lower friction than most standard black belts.

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November 6, 2020

Fantom Icon Torque V2 Pro Drag motor

More Drag Racing motors, this time from Fantom Racing with the release of their Icon Torque V2 Pro Drag motor. How this motor differs from the previously available Icon motors is that this motor features their patented design stator that provides maximum torque while producing tons of RPM and eliminates the need for stator screws. A new sensor board design is also fitted for improved deviation accuracy & reliability. This 13.5T motor comes in Standard, Team and Works editions.

Source: Fantom [fantomracing.com]

November 6, 2020

Maclan Racing DRK Drag motor

Maclan Racing’s new DRK Drag motor is based on their successful V2 platform with various updates to improve overall performance specifically for drag racing. It is a pure drag race motor optimised to work with the DRK 160 ESC. All motors are 100% hand built in the USA and feature an all new 13mm DRK Ultra High Torque Rotor. Available in 4.5T and 3.5T they feature a precise aligned sensor gap for super accurate reading and is assembled using all aluminium screws.

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November 5, 2020

HPI RS4 Sport 3 1987 Warsteiner BMW E30

HPI have announced this new edition RS4 Sport 3 BMW M3 E30 draped in the famous BMW Warsteiner livery and a tribute to the Schnitzer Motorsport machine piloted by Roberto Ravaglia to many years of success. Roberto is one of the most successful racing drivers of this era and winner of seven titles in four different championships and every detail of his World beating 1987 car has been replicated for this Warsteiner edition. Under the hood is the tried and tested, RS4 Sport 3 platform RC, fully tuneable and ready to race right out of the box.

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November 5, 2020

Schumacher Icon F1 – Teaser

Schumacher have released a first teaser for their eagerly anticipated entry into the F1 category. Having enjoyed success in a large number of classes, including winning the 1/12th scale Worlds for the first time earlier this year, the UK company is making their first ever entry into this popular class. The Schumacher Icon, which they are touting as ‘An innovative new approach to RC F1’ is still currently under wraps with more details available shortly.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

November 5, 2020

Takashima D-13 YD-2 slide rack bulkhead set

From new brand Takashima D-13, based in Hongkong, is this lightweight curved steering slide rack bulkhead set for Yokomo YD-2S/E & ReveD MC-1. The focus of this new assembly is to make the slide rack bulkhead set much lighter than the Yokomo one, helping to improve the steering response. They also integrated a centre position check point to make it easier to adjust the servo horn to the middle position.

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