August 29, 2014

Tamiya Raybrig NSX Concept-GT TB-04 kit

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Tamiya announce the release of the Raybrig NSX Concept-GT kit on the TB-04 chassis. The kit is based on a shaft-driven chassis, the differentials inside the gearboxes are newly designed as they utilize a sealed gear differential system whereby the internal gears movement is controlled by different viscosity differential fluids. The double-wishbone suspension system makes use of the same short reversible type that has been used on the TB-03, TA-05 Version II, TA-06 and the TRF416 and 417 World Championship machines. The TB-04 also incorporates the IFS inboard front suspension whereby the front shocks are positioned horizontally and low to the chassis, so that low profile sports car body shapes can be accurately reproduced without losing any realistic scale appearance. Included in the kit is a clear NSX Concept-GT shell with full decal sheet.

Source: Tamiya [tamiyausa.com]


August 29, 2014

LRP NiMH receiver & 1/18th micro batteries

LRP NiMH receiver & 1/18th micro batteries

LRP have new receiver and 1/18th micro battery packs available. Starting with the receiver packs, the XTEC 2/3A NiMH batteries are available in straight or hump configuration and with your choice of JR/universal or BEC compatible plugs. The 5-cell packs are built using high capacity 1600mAh cells and are usable for on-road and off-road applications alike.

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August 29, 2014

Novarossi Fast Fuel Gun

Novarossi Fast Fuel Gun

Available from mid-September is Novarossi’s new Fast Fuel Gun. Lighter and offering a higher flow rate the fuel gun helps to speed-up refuelling for faster pit stops. Included with the fuel gun come two suitable stays to place the gun on when not in use.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]


August 29, 2014

Team C TC10 aluminium spool & front one-way

Team C TC10 aluminium spool & front one-way

Team C Racing introduce two new option parts for the TC10 touring car in the form of an aluminium front spool and a one-way axle. Both axles make use of orange aluminium bodies and metal outdrives, they come including a new diff gear and the one-way also includes a pair of ball bearings. While the solid axle is a direct replacement for the kit’s composite assembly the front one-way is a tuning option to adjust on and off-power steering.

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August 29, 2014

Zeppin Racing Tweak Killer tool

Zeppin Racing Tweak Killer tool

Zeppin Racing introduce the Tweak Killer, a tool to ensure maximum chassis flatness of 1/10th electric touring cars. Making use of a thick CNC-machined, laser-engraved aluminium plate and a sturdy aluminium rod the tool helps to eliminate unwanted chassis tweak that can lead to an erratically handling car. The tool is pretty easy to use as first up the chassis’ bumper will be removed and all lower bulkhead and the upper top deck screws loosened. Next up the chassis is placed on the aluminium plate with the alloy rod being placed on top of the front and rear shock tower. Supplied rubber bands then hold the assembly of chassis, lower tweak plate and upper tweak rod together, ensuring maximum chassis flatness. In a final step all loosened top deck and lower bulkhead screws will be fastened and the chassis is ready to go. The Tweak Killer tool comes in a protective carrying bag for storage and transportation.

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August 29, 2014

Reedy WolfPack Gen. 2 LiPo batteries

Reedy WolfPack Gen. 2 LiPo batteries

Reedy release the next generation of their popular WolfPack LiPo battery packs featuring increased capacities for even longer runtimes and more overall power. Coming as 7.4V variants with 3300mAh to 7500mAh capacity, as 11.1V 4500mAh as well as 14.8V 4000mAh and 5400mAh pack, all batteries features Reedy’s moulded hardcase for maximum crash protection in sizes that fit the most popular car configurations. Wires now exit the case through a rubber gasket which protects the wire’s insulation while helping to prevent moisture from entering the case. High-quality cell manufacturing and construction techniques result in reliable operation and maximum cycle-life. The Gen. 2 LiPo batteries come equipped with beefy silicone wires and a reliable, low-resistance T-plug connector. An integrated balancing harness with a XH connector is included.

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August 28, 2014

Xray X12’15 1/12th scale kit

Xray X12'15 1/12th scale kit

Xray introduce the latest incarnation of their EFRA Euros winning X12 1/12th pan car platform, the X12’15. Not being a totally new car but a subtle refinement, the kit features several performance enhancing details beside orange coloured aluminium parts to match the company’s current colour scheme. The car builds on a redesigned carbon fibre chassis that is 3mm narrower while smaller cut-outs in the front optimise the steering characteristics. Along with the new chassis design goes a narrower rear pod and a new centre shock assembly that allows to run a long shock, using an adapter tube or short shock for better bump track handling and on-power traction or improved steering response and quicker direction changes. Part of the suspension package is also a new 1-hole piston for improved on-power steering and new orange anodised aluminium parts.

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August 28, 2014

Graupner X-8N HoTT 2.4GHz telemetry radio system

Graupner X-8N HoTT 2.4GHz telemetry radio system

Graupner introduce the X-8N 2.4GHz 4-channel pistol grip radio system. Offering a frame rate of 1.5ms, optimised frequency hopping and bi-directional transmitting between transmitter and receiver the radio is both ultra fast while offering maximum transmitting security at the same time. The transmitter features a 128×64 pixel display, intuitive menu control and the ability to convert the radio for right and left hand pilots alike. The telemetry system can be deactivated for competition use and included with the radio comes a 2000mAh NiMH battery pack, a suitable charger, a GR-8 Race receiver and an update wire.

Source: Graupner [graupner.de]