Modelix from Spain have updated their Nitrolux fuel range to meet with the new regulations and market requirements. Available are special off-road blends containing 10, 16 and 25 percent nitro as well as 16 and 25 percent nitro on-road specific fuels. All are available in updated plastic cans with child security caps and in sizes of one, two and five litres, depending on the blend.
Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]
Xray have introduced their updated formula car kit for the 2016 season, the X1 2016. Based off of the back-to-back ETS championship winning car the refined 2016 specification kit features a new floating servo system that allows to mount the steering servo hanging above the chassis as seen in most of today’s touring cars while flippable servo mounts also provide chassis-based fixing. Both ways allow to fine-tune the flex and grip characteristics of the chassis and thus the overall handling.
Tamyia’s FF-04 Evo FWD touring car will soon become available as a special Black Edition kit. The vehicle will feature all-black aluminium parts such as bulkheads, steering and shock details to separate from the standard blue-themed kit. Given the information available the kit will feature the latest big bore shock absorbers and also an aluminium bumper mount as well as an updated motor mount and motor plate to stiffen up the front end but more information should become available in time for the release in December.
Source: Tamiyablog [tamiyablog.com]
New from LRP’s recently announced Antix brand come five economically priced LiPo hardcase battery packs. Build using 45C cells the packs come pre-wired with a US-style T-type connector and an XH balancer port for easy and secure charging and balancing. The range includes an oval diameter 2S 4800mAh racing pack, two 2S straight-type packs, as well as a 3S and 4S battery for 1/8th applications.
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Schumacher have announced that the Cougar KF2 2WD buggy is now available in a Special Edition. To celebrate a year of top notch results the Cougar KF2 SE includes the option for all three motor positions, all in one box. Available are the standard forward motor position for super high grip astro turf, a low grip position for medium grip astro and grass – as used at the IFMAR Worlds – and also the mid motor placement for medium and low traction conditions such as dirt and sandy/dusty astro – as utilised at the EFRA Euros. Included with the kit comes a new alloy chassis, new bodyshell, three belts for all motor positions as well as a new front carbon fibre top deck and mount as well as battery mounting hardware.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Yokomo have released a first teaser image for their BD7-2016 electric touring car kit. The latest incarnation of the IFMAR World Championship winning BD7 will feature an extremely low centre of gravity, new small diameter diff pulleys, redesigned short stroke big bore shocks, all-black aluminium parts with silver chamfered edges and a price tag comparable with the 2015 spec car. Detailed information and images will become available by mid-November with the first batch of kits expected to ship the first week of December.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
Dark Matter have introduced their new Coldback super cooling fans. Available in the industry standard sizes of 25mm, 30mm and 40mm the precision-moulded fans are made from premium nylon material and they utilise dual ball bearings to ensure ultra smooth, fast and silent performance. Usable with 6V to 8.4V input the 30mm fan rotates with up to 24,200RPM while the larger 40mm offers up to 15,500RPM. Included come ultra flexible silicone extension wire.
Source: Dark Matter [darkmatterproducts.net]
Flash Point’s new All-Purpose Cleaner was specially formulated for all R/C vehicles as it removes grease, oil, exhaust residue, and dirt. The cleaner is simply sprayed on the desired area and then whipped away with a brush or a towel and then blown off with an air compressor. It can be used to clean and degrease plastic, rubber, aluminium, steel, lexan, vinyl, and just about any other material and it is also safe on the materials at the same time. The chemical can also be used on cars, planes, motorcycles, boats, bicycles, and much more.
Source: Flash Point [flashpointrc.com]
