Team Associated’s options parts brand Factory Team has introduced this new combination turnbuckle & hex diff wrench intended for the RC10B7 Buggy. The two in one wrench allows you to adjust the ball differential without having to take off the tires, or conveniently flip around the tool to adjust your 3.7mm turnbuckles like those from Factory Team.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
Texas based Rossing Design has introduced a ‘Lite’ version of their Horizontal Body Mounting System which now weighs in a 2.3 grams with screws compared to the original version at 5.3 grams. HBS is designed to screw in with your wing mounting screws, to mount your body from horizontal body posts, and is an anti-tuck device. This works with bodies like Twister, Wolverine, and Super Mafia bodies. Currently available for Awesomatix, Xray, Schumacher and Team Associated the mounting system is made out of a proprietary plastic that is extremely flexible and durable, which allows this device to be used on many bodies, and is not designed as a single use item.
German company Kaemtech Racing Products is offering an alternative suspension system for various 1:10 Buggies, the new ‘Yeti Stylez’ having been developed over an extensive period of racing. Thanks to the modified aerodynamics of the rear wing and the modified flex behaviour in the rear of the buggy, the system offers increased stability, especially on fast, high-grip tracks. The base system is made of T7075 aluminium and carbon fibre and is available in various colours. The modified gearbox covers are made of nylon. With optional parts available in the future, the handling can be further optimised and thus even better adapted to the respective track. The system is currently available for the Schumacher LD / LD2 / LD3, CAT L1/Evo/R, and the Team Associated RC10 B7.
Yokomo has officially announced the upcoming re-release of their Wonder Dog Fighter 1:10 4WD Buggy, this being the fourthDog Fighter kit re-release from the Japanese manufacturer. In 1985 Gil Losi Jr. won the first IFMAR World Championship with the Dogfighter “YZ-834B WINNING Model” and now 40-years later Yokomo is bringing back the Wonder Dog Fighter which is is a replica of Losi Jr.’s car. Based on the concept of upgrading the previous YZ-834B to race specifications, this model features dual-shock rear dampers, reinforced ribs in the main chassis for increased rigidity, a body design that enhances downforce and grip, competition-spec compact bumpers, lightweight high-rigidity suspension arms and a torque limiter to control front-wheel drive. Experience the performance that conquered the world’s pinnacle at the time with this buggy which will come semi-assembled and will start shipping to distributors end of August.
New from 1:28 specialists RC Atomic for its MRX Master Edition pan car comes this Spring Steel Chassis & Motor Mount set. Having released an Aluminium Chassis & Motor Mount set for the car in June, that chassis weighing in at 12 grams, the steel option weighs in at 31 grams. A category that is enjoying a moment to the spotlight with a number of new car releases including Team Associated, the Spring Steel chassis gives users further tuning options for the Hong Kong manufacturer’s double PNWC 2024 title winning based MRX. Like the Alu set, the mount is included for a lower motor position. The 2025 PNWC, the categories World Championships, will take place in United Stated from November 6-9 at 5280 Raceway in Denver, Colorado.
Source: RC Atomic [rcatomic.com]
Under its XC-ESC brand, Shenzhen based electronics manufacturer XC Technology has released this new E56118 Sensored Brushless Motor intended for 1:5 Offroad, Trucks and Short Course. With an IP67-rated exterior this professional standard means the motor is waterproof & dust proof making it ready for harsh environments. Measuring 59mm in diameter and 118mm in length, the motor has triple power tiers of 650KV / 800KV / 1100KV for diverse needs. Fully compatible with XC-ESC’s E6MAX, E5PRO, and E5 ESCs, this enables efficient & stable sensor-based operation for sharper response, smoother control. Rated for up to 12S LiPo power, for unparalleled explosive power, it also offers precise low-speed control with ultra-smooth linear response.
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JConcepts has updated their P2 and S15 as the latest body shells in its range to fit the 22X 1:10 2WD Buggy from Team Losi Racing. The P2 is a staple in the Florida company’s product line. The Punisher body shell design started its time in offroad during the 2010 racing season. Over the course of a decade, the design team along with the racers have helped push the envelope and re-invent the Punisher along the way creating the P2. The heritage of the IFMAR World Championship winning S15 design runs deep in the new shell. A great body to decal, the performance body has a lot of racing surface area to display an array of sponsors, and support. With successful designs coming from the Punisher, Finnisher, and Silencer line, the JConcepts crew made the decision to release the S15 for the TLR 22X which hit the market in May. Both bodies arrive as clear polycarbonate with protective film and are available in standard and lightweight formed thickness. The bodies also include two of the 6.5” Carpet | Turf | Dirt wing which is now a standard racing item around the world.
Leading servo manufacturer Power HD has announced that Italian 1:8 Offroad racer Mattia Polito has joined its team driver line-up. Born in 2003, the multiple European Championship finalist, 2018 European B Champion, and 2021 Italian National Champion, placed 14th at the
Source: PowerHD [chd.hk]
