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April 18, 2019

Protoform Europa M M-chassis body shell

After the success of the Europa for 190mm FWD touring cars, Protoform now bring a scaled-down version to the ever-popular M-Chassis, the Europa M. The body takes styling cues from popular European hot hatches competing in full-scale TCR classes around the globe. With aggressive fender flares and a slammed hatchback roofline, the Europa is bound to make a statement at your track. At the rear of the body, moulded-in wing platforms support the add-on nylon wing struts and wing to complete the super scale look. The body will fit M-chassis in both 210mm and 225mm wheelbases. Marked inside each wheel well are centre points to trim your wheel openings. Just use the included wheel well tracing templates, lining them up on the “+” markings for 225 or “—” markings for 210mm. The Europa M is produced in our high-quality, lightweight polycarbonate for a low centre of gravity, and includes a detailed decal sheet with windshield header and number plates, window masks, and paint-then-peel overspray film.

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April 17, 2019

Bittydesign LSM19 1/12th pan car body shell

Bittydesign have introduced their all new LSM19 1/12th scale pan car body shell. Offering futuristic lines and a new-to-the-class cab forward design the body the performance-oriented body offers increased steering response due to the front splitter design while two side bulkheads, places mid-body, ensure optimised airflow towards the rear end for increased stability and best possible balance. The EFRA-approved body is made of genuine Lexan material and it is available in lightweight and ultra lightweight variants including overspray protection film, window masks and a decal sheet.

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April 17, 2019

Capricorn C8SR Evo rear end kit

Capricorn have introduced their new Evo rear end kit for the C8SR 1/8th stock pan car kit. Containing new bulkheads as well as bigger bearings the set will make for improved transmission reliability while the included calibrated ride height shims allow to fine-tune the rear ground clearance.

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April 17, 2019

Jessica Palsson teams up with LRP

LRP have announced the addition of Swedish off-road talent, Jessica Palsson to their electric team. Considered to be one of the fastest girls in RC, Jessica will be using LRP’s full line of motors, speedos and batteries to power her Kyosho 1/10th scale rides and she has the following to say about the deal:

Thanks to LRP and Jürgen to give me opportunity to be in your team! I really looking forward to work with you and to drive many races with LRP fantastic electric power!

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

April 17, 2019

Xray 13g & 30g pure Tungsten chassis weights

Coming from Xray are two new pure Tungsten chassis weights for the use with the T4 touring car. Machined from ultra heavy Tungsten material the weights are smaller than usual brass weights which helps to keep the height of the weights as low as possible while still offering a good amount of weight gain. Available now are a 13g motor bay weight that attaches right to the machined motor pocket in the T4 chassis while the 30g centre weight fits in the centre line of the chassis. Both are machined for highest precision and they come marked for easy identification.

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April 17, 2019

SWorkz sign Wataru Takashiro

SWorkz have announced the signing of top Japanese 1/8th off-road pilot, Wataru Takashiro to their factory team. The former Korean National Champion and top 3 JMRCA podium finisher will campaign SWorkz’ S35-3 platforms at all major races across Asia. Wataru says:

I’m so excited to join the SWorkz team. My first impression of the SWorkz buggy is, how awesome it drives and it looks so cool. I want to learn more from SWorkz and at the same time share, how to develop the car with all the SWorkz drivers. I really appreciate this opportunity and special thanks to Scott Yang. I can’t wait to race with my new team mates and friends all over the world!

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

April 17, 2019

Kyosho MP10 hard spring servo saver assembly

Kyosho are busy adding more Inferno MP10-related option parts to their portfolio. The latest is a hard spring type servo saver assembly. The construction consists of composite bellcranks and it built using a hard retainer spring that ensures a crisper steering reaction in high-bite track conditions. Using the servo saver requires heavy duty steering servos with durable metal gears in order to prevent the servo from becoming damaged. The servo saver set also fits the older MP9 series of kits.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

April 17, 2019

GForce M17 transmitter bag

GForce have announced the soon release of their new transmitter bag for the Sanwa M17 radio. Made from tough and durable fibre material and sporting a precision-cut inner foam, the bag will fit Sanwa’s new high-end transmitter like a glove, ensuring secure transportation and storage of the precious radio. Two additional cut outs allow to carry and additional receiver as well as batteries. Two handles make for easy transport and an inner bag holds the radio’s manual.

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