Mugen have on their stand the parts for the MBX-6 EU Spec. The parts include a new chassis plate which sees all the elements moved 2mm more to the back than on the MBX-6R and comes with the longer front centre drive shaft. Also to be included in the Europe only kit is an updated rear carbon shock tower that sports new holes to enable you to make the camber links shorter. The final piece of the puzzle is a ring (42T) and pinion (12T) set that gives the wheels more drive for better traction and engine run time.

Other new parts include pistons with tapered holes that give your car slow compression on impact and faster rebound. There are also new softer front and rear springs with the new thicknesses being 8.5mm and 8.75mm. Finally from MSE is a complete range of silicone oils and in the future will also include air filter and after run oils. The MBX-6T, MBX-6R, MRX-5 and MTX-5 all remain unchanged.

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FTW Racing Components today added to its 1:8 buggy lineup with the introduction of the new Night Fox body for Mugen’s MBX6R. The newest Night Fox exhibits the same proven handling characteristics and striking stealth-inspired styling for which FTW is known. “As you will see, with the Night Fox for MBX6R we’ve maintained all that has made the Night Fox series popular—the stability and downforce it adds to the handling of the car, the quality, durability, and of course the stealth-inspired styling,” said FTW co-founder John Riewe. “Plus, Night Fox’s low roof line leaves more of the engine head exposed for better cooling without making the car look like a truck,” added FTW co-founder Joshua Riewe. Night Fox for MBX6R is packaged with window masks and a decal sheet.

Source: FTW [ftwrc.com]

Mugen Seiki Europe have announced Lee Martin as a new member of their race team. Having driven for Tamiya USA previously Lee will strengthen the MSE team, coordinated through John Yves Ferte, around fellow UK driver Simon Willets and European Champion Robert Battle. The multiple electric European Champion will continue to race electric offroad as part of the factory TRF team. Stefan Habbecke, president of MSE had this to say:

I am really happy to have Lee on board. He will be an important part to achieve a strong further development of our international race team. I am looking forward to collect many new feedback for our future products and customers everywhere.

Source: Mugen Seiki Europe [mugen.eu]

Mugen have announced an updated MTX-5 kit which will come supplied with additional optional parts as standard. Included in the kit now is machined aluminium front and rear upper bulkheads, as well as a steel pins and gears for the front and rear gear diffs. Other new parts include an updated rear upper arm mount plate, a steel clutch spring cup and a new brake disc adapter. The updated kit will go on sale in late January.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.co.jp]

More new Mugen MTX5 option parts from KM Racing starting with this aluminium servo saver set. CNC machined from high quality aluminium and anodised grey, this replacement part is much stronger and more durable than the original plastic version. Also new are a 2mm carbon fibre top deck and 2.5mm carbon fibre front body plate that helps stabilise the shell while making the mounting more secure in the event of an accident.

Source: KM [km-rc.com]

Evo-WorkShop has launched a 7075-T6 aluminium alloy chassis for the Mugen MRX5. The enhanced ventilation and precise CNC cut offer advantages in terms of stiffness which provide mechanical strength and directional stability, while being particularly lightweight.

Source: Evo-Workshop [evo-workshop.com]

KM Racing have released a number of new items for their own H-K1 and the Mugen MTX-5. For the H-K1 there is a new set of aluminium ball cups which are stronger and more durable than the originals and wont slip. A set includes 4 pairs of aluminium ball cups and plastic cup inserts. For the MTX-5 there is a carbon brake arm set and carbon radio box plate set, both are lightweight and durable and are made using aluminium mounts.

Source: KM [km-rc.com]

Arrowmax have released these center cup joints for the Mugen MBX-6. Machined from high-quality spring steel and specially hardened, the axles are both lightweight and durable and a direct replacement for the stock parts.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

Arrowmax have released this universal joint set for Mugen MTX5. Extremely durable, they are made of a very strong and long life spring steel material, while the use of a CVD helps enhance the performance of the car compared to kit standard dogbones.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

Capricorn have released a pair of CVD shafts for the Mugen MTX-5. These lightweight shafts are suitable for the front and rear of the car and help reduce the overall weight by 12 grams. Supplied with all the parts necessary to mount them to the wheel axle.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]