Japan’s SMJ has released a thin 0.08mm Teflon chassis protection sheet designed to be applied to the underside of touring cars and 1:12 scale racing car chassis. The teflon sheet reduces contact resistance between the chassis and carpet surfaces during driving, enabling smoother handling.
In the latest generation of their very popular ultra-compact B6neo charger, SkyRC presents the all new B6neo 2 Smart Charger. The all-new B6neo 2 takes compact charging to the next level with a whopping 300W of charging power and up to 15A output which is a significant boost from the original B6neo’s 10A. Building on the success of its predecessor, this upgraded model is engineered for RC enthusiasts who demand serious performance without the bulk. Featuring a truly pocket-sized form, the charger support 2–6S LiPo/LiHV and 6–15 cell NiMH, and features dual input (DC & USB-C PD), an intuitive colour LCD interface, precise balance charging, and smart thermal management. Whether you’re at the bench or out on the track, the B6neo 2 delivers pro-level power in a travel-friendly size.
Continuing with its role out of option parts for the new the Schumacher CAT PB, R1 Wurks has released new front and rear top decks for the 1:10 4WD Buggy. The precision CNC-machined deck is available in Carbon Fibre or Fibreglass, for added chassis flex, offering a highly effective way to fine-tune handling and maximise on-track performance. Increased flex can improve traction in low-grip conditions while giving the car a more planted, stable, and predictable feel.
View Fibreglass Rear Deck and Front Decks here
In another new tyre release from JConcepts, the US brand introduces the 1:10 3DP tyre designed and developed for carpet offroad racing. The 3DP is capable of high-performance with advanced wear characteristics, with its longer life span on the carpet created by adding pins and surface edges without reducing driving stability. Looking back in the JConcepts arsenal, a dirt tyre was released in 2011 named the 3D. The tyre was developed as half pin and half bar tire to give a lot of flexibility on different surfaces. Using this identity JConcepts adapted the Fuzz Bite “reverse water tower pins” to the 3DP with a massive increase in pin quantity for the centre portion of the tyre. For the inside and outside positions, unique bars which have been cut and sliced for increased flexibility are positioned like the original 3D dirt tyre. More pins are added in the open spaces utilising the original concept to allow slightly more space on the outside. A radial ring is added to the outside portion of the upper sidewall to provide low edges of contact patch to the racing surface. The 3DP tyres are available as unmounted, and pre-mounted options in either bright white or fluorescent yellow wheel colour combinations.
New from Hudy comes this competition-level 1:8 offroad rear wing they are calling the Strike Wing. Engineered for maximum stability, durability, and performance, it is made from an ultra-lightweight plastic to keep the weight as low as possible and deliver handling characteristics close to a Lexan wing, while offering increased durability. Its modern, ultra-low profile design with large side dams improves cornering control and overall stability. Reinforced with distinctive fang-shaped brackets, the wing combines strength with minimum weight. Pre-marked cutting holes allow quick and easy downforce adjustments for any track condition. Fully IFMAR legal, the Strike wing is compatible with all popular 1:8 buggies and truggies.
Taiwan’s Hong Nor has announced that Portuguese international 1:8 Offroad racer Carlos Duraes will represent the brand and race their new X5B buggy. Having campaigned a Mugen Seiki previously, Duraes now has a completely new race package having joined Ielasi Tuned engines earlier this season. On joining Hong Nor, who marked the 35th anniversary of the company’s first buggy with the release of the all new X5B this Summer, Duraes said, “I’m extremely happy to join HN racing team! It’s a new challenge for me, with a completely new platform and I’m looking forward to hit the track to see what we can do together. Thanks to HN and see you on a race track”
Source: Hong Nor [hongnor-racing.com]
Infinity has released a new Spec1ale T-Shirt designed for enthusiasts of the EP world and their IF14 Speciale Touring Car which was released in the Summer. On the front stands the iconic Inf1nity logo, surrounded by five stars symbolising the five World Championship titles won by the team. The sleeves feature the Inf1nity “Globe” logo on one side and the other group brands on the opposite, while the big news is on the back. Instead of the repeated Inf1nity logo, there’s now the distinctive Spec1ale logo, unique and instantly recognisable. The T-shirt is enriched with a custom inner label and a hang tag featuring the Inf1nity logo, highlighting the attention given to every detail. Like most of the Spec1ale project, the new T-shirt is designed and produced in Italy.
JConcepts has announced the release of its all new Overdose 1:8 Buggy Tyre. With the Florida company’s race team arriving to IFMAR World Championships in Redovan, Spain with the new layered bar tyre for extreme conditions, the tread was up to the task of resisting long runs and main events past 30 minutes of action in the heat and glued track conditions at the Barcelos Buggy Arena track. The name arrives after “over-doing it” and adding additional overlapping bars of tread to form a mat of material. The Overdose tyre is all business, made for high-competition racing, extreme conditions with a large amount of grip. The inner carcass has increased thickness, added inner ribbing instances and generally a more robust carcass to limit overheating, sag, and dimensional instability. With the Overdose in popular compounds such as blue, green, aqua, and silver, you can tune with compound by adding less rolling resistance, and an innovative layered and repeated instances of rubber surface area. The compact and nested centre section of the tire builds the design from the centre out to provide forward bite with directional resistance.
