New from Japanese company Agartha Works is the release of this modern-looking 1:10 INDY car body known as the IR18. The body is made up of multiple parts to achieve complex modeling and realistic look. It is compatible with F1 chassis with wheelbase 270mm such as the F104 and is exclusively sold at kimihiko-yano.net online shop.
New from T-Works are these Dual Ball Bearing Front Driveshafts intended for use on Xray’s X4’24 and X4F ’24 1:10 Electric Touring Cars. The 48.5mm driveshafts feature a heavy duty coupler with ball bearings providing a smoother motion especially on maximum steering. The second set of bearings on each shaft controls the motion from suspension movement.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
New from Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines is the R9R Outlaw .24 Onroad engine which has been developed and released with purpose to give racers a powerful and easy to run Onroad engine. As Andrea Rossi explains, which is a widely a common concern expressed by all the engine manufacturers and was a big discuss at the Wiorlds in Japan, today’s 1:8 category is suffering as costs, tuning problems and engines reliability make this category more and more difficult. Nova Engines believe that using a different engine which provide better power, reliability and fuel mileage will allow club racers and hobby people to better enjoy their passion. They are also want to put the attention of Federations on this option and open a discussion to implement the rules to better fit customers needs.
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Renowned tool manufacturer MIP has released a new Gen2 line-up of its much sought after RC tools. The latest tools from Eustace Moore’s California based company get laser-Etched sizing so you can ditch the guesswork. Every tool displays its size in bold, clear lettering. They have also simplified identification. Say goodbye to Wrench Wraps as every tool now boast colour-coded rings for effortless size distinction. MIP has also enhanced durability of the Nut Drivers trading their shiny nickel plating for a tough, black Oxide coating, offering superior corrosion resistance and longer-lasting performance. The turnbuckles have undergone a size boost, featuring a larger shank for added grip and easier tightening/loosening.
After presenting images of the latest version of its European Championship winning 1:8 eGT chassis the LAB GT2 EP 2024 yesterday, Capricorn have now released pictures of the new 2024 version of their Nitro GT chassis. The Italian manufacturer will be hoping the car will put them in contention for a title double at this year’s EFRA European Championships at the Naxos World Track in Italy at the start of June as they look to add a Nitro 1:8 GT title to their 1:8 and 1:10 Onroad European victories after becoming inaugural 1:8 eGT Champions in Croatia last year.
Fenix Racing has introduced its latest chassis with the release of its new 1:12 G12.2. Replacing the Italian manufacturer’s previous G12 kit, the lighter G12.2 gets revised V-Link rear suspension as well as a revised weight distribution on the rear end. The battery is now recessed to reduce the centre of gravity and can be moved fore/aft by 3mm, altering the weight distribution. With a new front end and revised front track the chassis is ready to accept both, suspended steering servo or “bolt-on” steering servo. The kit includes a big bore main shock.
Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn is set to release its 2024 kit line-up for 1:8 GT competition the first of which is Patrizio Rossi’s latest creation for the electric category, the LAB GT2 EP 2024. With 1:8 GT racing receiving a massive profile boost following the very successful and competitive 1:8 GT World Championship in Sydney, Australia, in October, the pace of development in the class in recent years has been huge. Full technical details and specs of the LAB GT2 EP 2024, along with the nitro chassis, will be outlined shortly in a video presented by Capricorn team driver team and reigning GTe European Champion Alessio Mazzeo.
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Iris Racing has released a number of new optional parts for its ONE 1:10 Electric Touring Car platform. The first is these is the CF Vertical Body Mount Plate for the ONE or ONE.05 which is a high-quality carbon fibre plate allows the rear body mount to be attached vertically, which has a number of advantages. Above all, the body always remains at the same height, which results in more consistent handling and makes installation considerably easier. Another addition are the Driveshaft Bushings. These carefully crafted bushings have been developed to replace the standard ball bearings with durable brass bushings. They offer improved durability compared to conventional ball bearings, especially when using high performance modified motors. In addition, they are compatible with a variety of other vehicles, including the Awesomatix A800R and the Xray X4. On the suspension they have added a new C=29.8 spring increasing the number of options you can choose for your ONE and which closes the gap between the already available C=26.7 and C=33.1 springs. Completing the latest product release from the German manufacturer are the Iris Red Aluminium Flat Head Screws offered in M3x6mm and M3x8mm sizes. Made from premium 7075 aluminium making them lightweight yet extremely strong, they are come in 8 pieces per pack.
