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May 13, 2016

Schelle Racing Innovations B6 titanium upper screw set

Coming soon from Schelle Racing Innovations is an upper titanium screw set for the Team Associated B6 buggy. Made using Grade 5 6Al-4V material the screws offer a 40 percent weight advantage over conventional steel screws while being highly corrosion resistant at the same time. The set strategically removes the kit’s steel screws from up high above the chassis, which lowers the centre of gravity and improves handling while all chassis bottom screws are not included in this set.

Source: Schelle Racing Innovations [schelleracing.com]

May 13, 2016

KO Propo EX-2 Expert Set 2.4GHz radio system

During this weeks Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan KO Propo have introduced the new EX-2 Expert Set 2.4GHz radio system. The intermediate-level radio comes with the KR-413 FH high-end receiver, drop down steering wheel and the expert grip with an additional thumb dial wheel and 2-way switch. It is also understood that the master unit supports a faster response rate. More information will become available in time for the release.

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May 13, 2016

Team C TC02C Evo carbon fibre battery plate

Coming from Team C and made for the TC02C Evo 2WD mid-motor buggy is a carbon fibre battery plate. Cut from high-quality material the brace replaces the original moulded plastic part for a better looking and less flexible solution that makes for secure battery mounting even in demanding racing conditions. The part also makes for a cool factory look and it is a direct replacement for the kit brace.

Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]

May 13, 2016

Xray Work.Shop Czech Republic – Announcement

Xray designer and European Champion, Martin Bayer will hold an Xray Work.Shop during the second round of the Czech Nationals on Saturday 21th of May. The race and workshop will take place in Janovice, Czech Republic and Martin will teach interested drivers some of his XB4 and XB2 related tips and tricks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

May 13, 2016

RC Concept MC5R nitro off-road engine

French company RC Concept have introduced their all-new MC5R 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. Developed and tested in cooperation with drivers such as Reno Savoya and Lee Martin, the engine delivers enhanced runtime, reliability and power thanks to an improved carburettor that makes for better mileage and mid-range power and a new Turbo plug piston head for improved temperature stability. A redesigned sleeve makes for more torque and better fuel economy while the new gold-colour cooling head helps with stable temperature management. The engine is rounded out by a new 8mm venturi insert for increased runtime and power.

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May 12, 2016

Tamiya to re-release the Blackfoot

Japanese company Tamiya is set for another 1980’s icon re-release, this time in the form of the Blackfoot 2WD truck. Based off of the Frog 2WD 1/10th scale buggy and sharing the same chassis as the already released Monster Beetle, the 2016 edition of the Blackfoot will very likely offer the same improvements as the Monster Beetle re-release, such as rear universal driveshafts with dirt boots. More information will become available in time for the release which has yet to be announced.

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May 12, 2016

Patrick Hofer doubles at Swiss E–Buggy opener

Round one and two of the Swiss 1/8th E–Buggy National Championship was held at the MORC Oberbüren track in great weather conditions and with a total of 36 drivers in attendance. The track recently underwent some changes with the multi-surface layout should be now doing away with the dust issues the club was faced before. The now high-grip surface made for new challenges for the drivers, cars and tyres. In qualifying Patrick Hofer and Robin Frischkopf battled for the overall TQ with the better end for Patrick who would take the pole position after the qualifiers. During the triple A–mains on Saturday, Robin wasn’t able to challenge Patrick as he was also under pressure from the drivers behind. Ultimately he Robin would still be able to bring home the runner–up spot behind Patrick while Kevin Zwahlen rounded out the top 3.

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May 12, 2016

Tamiya TRF419X & TA07 Pro at Shizuoka Hobby Show

Tamiya’s forthcoming TRF419X and TA07 Pro touring cars are currently on show at this week’s Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan. The Japanese company already released first information on both kits but lacked to show details of the changes made to the 419X. The surfaced images now show most of the new parts such as the upper camber link mounts, the new centre and outer weight system as well as the updated battery locators and battery strap lashes along the new multi-piece floating servo mount. As for the TA07 Pro the images show details of the three possible motor positions and also a close-up of the moulded composite lower chassis plate. Both kits will hit the stores soon after the fair.

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