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March 8, 2017

Yeah Racing Sprint 2 RWD drift conversion kit

Yeah Racing have introduced a RWD drift conversion kit for the HPI Sprint 2 touring car. The set allows to convert the entry-level touring car into a competition-grade RWD drift car featuring a C-hub-less front suspension and rear Y-arms to bring the car in-line with modern drift machines. The set includes new front and rear upper and lower arms, steering knuckles and rear hubs, as well as a redesigned steering assembly, rear driveshafts and a big bore shock set. The suspension and steering parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come purple anodised for looks.

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February 21, 2017

Exotek RS4 Sport 3 V2 heavy duty turnbuckle set

Exotek have introduced the version 2 heavy duty turnbuckle set for the HPI Racing RS4 Sport 3 touring car. The V2 set includes special polished gun metal finish steel turnbuckles whose 4mm section allows for easy adjustment of the camber and front toe settings using an optional 4mm turnbuckle wrench. Also updated are the heavy duty v2 nylon ball cups for toughness and greater durability as well a perfect fit on the stock ball ends. The set includes a total of six links with the single servo link being not included.

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February 6, 2017

Maverick Strada Red brushless RTR kits

Maverick have introduced the new Strada Red line of brushless RTR vehicles. Based off of the standard brushed variants the Strada Red line-up of cars and trucks all feature a brushless electronics group that includes the MM-22BL 3215KV brushless motor, which is fitted with a black laser-etched case and 4mm gold-plated plugs, plus the MSC-30BL-WP brushless waterproof ESC. Each Strada Red vehicle features a moulded tub chassis that provides durability and a stable and tough platform for a strong 4WD shaft drivetrain. Pre-built oil-filled shock absorbers and dual-wishbone independent suspension front and rear are part of the features list as is the MS-22 servo that is coupled to the dual-point steering system that features an integrated servo saver to protect the servo against crash damage. Other features include full ball bearings, gear differentials, a moulded spur gear cover and pre-mounted tyres as well as pre-decorated red-colour bodyshells. The range includes the XB buggy, XT truck, MT monster truck, TC touring car, SC short course truck, DC drift car, RX rally car and DT electric desert truck.

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February 3, 2017

Maverick iON alloy shocks, steering arms & motor mount

HPI Racing have introduced three new Maverick aluminium option parts for the iON line of mini-size vehicles. First up is an aluminium shock absorber set. Machined from high-quality material and featuring an all-alloy construction with the bodies, upper and lower caps all made from the lightweight material, the dampers come in a matte amber gold colour to match with the remainder of the company’s option parts. Also new are the aluminium steering arms for the iON line of vehicles. The amber gold anodised parts are direct replacements and they improve durability and looks. Last but not least comes an aluminium motor mount. It improved heat dissipation and durability while also making for a more precise gear mesh setting. The above parts fit all iON-series vehicles.

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January 30, 2017

HPI tease new Savage X SS 1/8th monster truck kit

HPI Racing have announced the forthcoming release of the Savage X SS 1/8th scale nitro monster truck. Probably the world’s most popular 1/8th scale big-block nitro monster truck, the Savage has been around for nearly 15 years. The updated re-release is fitted with super heavy-duty drivetrain parts, all-metal differentials with machine-cut gears, 2.5mm TVP chassis and plenty more go-fast goodies. Coming in kit form it is ready for more option parts, your own radio gear and lots of backyard bashing.

Source: HPI Racing [hpiracing.com]

January 24, 2017

HPI Savage XL Flux 1/8th electric monster truck

Coming from HPI Racing is the new Savage XL Flux 1/8th scale ready-to-run electric-powered monster truck. Building on the proven Savage truck backbone, the XL Flux features a long wheelbase 2.5mm aluminium TVP chassis, a sturdy all-metal 4WD drivetrain with super heavy-duty dogbones, quick release front and rear differentials, a long-travel suspension with multiple shock mounting positions as well as 17 wheel hex hubs. To this add a 2200kv brushless motor, a 6S LiPo-compatible speed controller and a 2.4GHz radio system. The kit is rounded out by grippy all-terrain tyres on chrome wheels and a pre-painted and pre-decorated pick-up truck body.

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January 12, 2017

HPI Flux MLH-2200 BL motor & ELH-6S speed controller

HPI Racing have introduced the Flux MLH-2200 brushless motor and ELH-6S brushless speed controller for 1/8th scale vehicles. Starting with the motor, the 6S-compatible item utilises a machined aluminium case with eleven heat-radiating ribs to help with heat dissipation during demeaning on-track action. Rated at 2200kv the motor also features 10-gauge wires, massive 6.5mm gold-plated connectors and it is of a 4-pole design for high torque, quick acceleration and a stable power output. The sensorless 4274-class motor is usable in most 1/8th buggies and trucks and it is available soon.

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December 14, 2016

HPI Racing 28R Challenge tyre set

HPI Racing have introduced the 28R Challenge tyre set. The pre-glued tyres utilise a unique blend of rubber to deliver good traction with high durability. The wheel is a 24mm with 0mm offset dish design moulded in a stiff plastic for improved high-speed stability and it features a printed HPI logo to give the wheel an unique look. The soft closed cell foam inserts used in the wheel supports the tyre uniformly to give good all-round traction and even tyre wear both indoors and outdoors. The tyres are sold in sets of four.

Source: HPI Racing [hpiracing.com]