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September 8, 2016

Kyosho Inferno VE ReadySet 1/8th E-Buggy

Kyosho have announced the soon release of their upgraded Inferno VE ReadySet 1/8th E-buggy kit. The ready-to-run vehicle builds on the proven MP9 and features a sturdy alloy chassis, a robust 4WD drivetrain and large volume shock absorbers. Included in the factory-assembled kit are genuine Team Orion electronics such as a Neon8 brushless motor and a programmable Vortex R8 speed controller. Also included is a high-torque metal gear steering servo and the kit comes with the new Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz radio system for improved vehicle control. The set is rounded out by square block tyres on neon red wheels and a pre-painted bodyshell.

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September 8, 2016

RC-Mission T4 & BD7 alloy rear dogbones

RC-Mission have introduced new aluminium rear driveshaft dogbones for the Xray T4 and Yokomo BD7. Machined from high-quality material and coming with a hard-anodised surface the dogbones reduce the drivetrain’s rotational mass, resulting in quicker spool-up and improved braking. Both the 50mm Xray and 44mm Yokomo dogbones are a direct fit and they come in sets of two.

Source: RC-Mission [rc-mission.com]

September 8, 2016

Exotek Micro RS4 hubs & Mini 8ight-T motor mount

Coming from Exotek are new aluminium option parts for the HPI Micro RS4 and the Losi Mini 8ight-T kits. Starting with the Micro RS4 related part, the heavy-duty steering hubs offer improved precision and durability for high-speed applications. Machined from 6061 aluminium and coming polished, orange anodised and laser-etched the parts make for a factory look and they include hardware for mounting.

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September 7, 2016

JConcepts XB2 S2 bodyshell

JConcepts’ popular S2 1/10th 2WD buggy bodyshell is now also available for the Xray XB2 buggy. Slammed overall height allows the S2 to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for balance and steering. A channeled roof directs the flow through the centre of the body while also increasing the rigidity of the cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JConcepts bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. Cut-lines are included on the body to accommodate the standard, stand-up 3 gear transmission and 4 gear lay-down transmission layouts giving all out versatility. The body is available in a standard and lightweight variant including two Aero rear wings.

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September 7, 2016

Serpent SRX8 47T & 48T hardened steel spur gears

Coming from Serpent and made for the SRX8 1/8th scale off-road buggy are new 47T and 48T hardened steel spur gears. They complement the already existing 46T standard gear and come complete with a new gasket, O-ring seal and they are laser-etched for easy identification.

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September 7, 2016

Davide Ongaro takes Italian E-Buggy title

The final round of the Italian 1/8th Off-road Championship was held at the Barcooff track last weekend and in the 1/8th E-Buggy class it was Davide Ongaro to walk away with the day’s win and the overall championship title. In a 3-horse battle for the win Davide left Riccardo Berton and Alex Zanchettin behind in second and third respectively but the decision had to be brought by the tie-breaker as Davide and Riccardo were tie on points after the triple A-mains.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

September 7, 2016

Active Hobby TA07 Pro progressive shock system

Active Hobby Products TA07 Pro progressive shock system

Active Hobby Products have introduced their progressive shock system for the TA07 Pro touring car and other kits using long TRF shocks. Making use of a common system the set includes two inner tubes with triangular cut-outs and plain shock pistons with the cut-outs allowing the damper fluid to bypass the shock piston for a progressive damping characteristic once the shocks start to compress. The set includes two tubes and pistons usable both on the front or the rear of the car.

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September 7, 2016

2016 Pro10 German National Championship – Report

The 27th Pro10 German National Championship was held this past weekend at the MSC Rötz track in the south-east of the country. The open championship attracted racers from The Netherlands, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Germany. The warm-up race about four weeks ago saw Tobias Weist taking the win in the Modified class while Tim Schad walked away with the win in the Stock category. Both were also the pre-event favourites beside the always quick Tim Altmann in Modified and 2015 Stock champion, Robert Klier who also started in Modified this year.

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