Xray have introduced new soft composite chassis sideguards for all XB8 series vehicles such as the XB8 buggies, XT8 trucks and GTX8 on-road cars. The side pods, moulded from a softer-than-stock composite material sport a larger bottom radius to make the car more stable on rough tracks while increasing the car’s longitudinal flex for improved traction on low-grip surfaces. The sideguards come in sets of two.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Coming soon from Team Powers is a 5000kV variant of the MBX censored brushless motor. Designed for smaller scale vehicles, the 16x27mm motor weighs in at 18.5g and it utilises a 2mm pinion shaft. The sensored design makes for exceptional low-RPM drivability and with its 5000kV rating it is usable for a wide range of applications.
Source: Team Powers [team-powers.com]
Coming from Xpress and made for the Execute XQ1 touring car are hard lower suspension arms. The wishbones are made from a harder compound material and offer less flex for improved suspension efficiency and a more controlled ride especially in medium to high-bite track conditions. In addition the harder arms are more durable than the original plastics and they improve car handling in high ambient temperatures.
Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]
The LaTrax 1/18th scale Prerunner mini-size 4WD truck is now also available in the new Color Burst edition. The ready-to-run vehicle packs race-bred features into a convenient, take-anywhere, 1/18 scale size. Like full-size prerunners, the LaTrax Prerunner is built to be fast and nimble while being extremely durable and able to withstand the rigours of all-terrain racing action. Equipped with a powerful motor, independent suspension, and 4-wheel drive, the Prerunner with everything needed right out of the box. The all-weather electronics defeat the elements—driving through mud, snow, and water. Oil-filled shocks soak up the bumps and jumps, and provide smooth suspension movement over any terrain. The 2.4GHz radio system provides dependable, long-range control. The Prerunner is perfect for any age driver or skill level and comes fully assembled, painted, and Ready-To-Race with the included high capacity 7.2V NiMH battery pack with iD and convenient AC wall charger.
Nemo Racing have introduced the new Beta 2018 1/8th buggy and truck tyre range. The multiple national championship winning tyres have been refreshed with new foam inserts and updated compounds after extensive testing. Beta have also simplified the range to help racers and shops alike, with just four buggy and two truck patterns – available in one winter, and two summer season compounds. The available treads are V-Max, Freeride, Cubes and Volante for the buggy side of things while the truck-specific tyres are the V-Max and Cubez, both are available in super soft compound only.
Coming from Lunsford Racing and made for the Yokomo YZ-2 DTM World’s Edition 2WD buggy is a titanium turnbuckle set. Included are 3.5mm Super Duty Grade 5 turnbuckles, 4.8mm titanium ball studs and Super Duty ball cups. The combination is meant to greatly increase the strength and longevity over the stock 3mm/4.3mm system.
Source: Lunsford Racing [lunsfordracing.com]
Schumacher have introduced the new Aerox ultra light body shell for the Cougar KC and KD 2WD buggy. It was especially designed for high traction conditions where traction roll is a problem. The new shell is made from 0.5mm polycarbonate and it is about 17g lighter than the standard Aerox shell and 30g lighter than the kit Schumacher shell. The body is supplied in crystal clear polycarbonate with over-spray film, window masks and a Aerox decal sheet and it was used by Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski to win last weekend’s EOS at the Hudy Arena.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Yokomo have introduced a hard 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis for the BD8-2018 touring car. The chassis is 0.25mm thicker than the standard carbon fibre main plate for less torsional flex which is helpful especially in high-bite carpet and asphalt racing conditions. In addition the chassis is of a different shape in the B and C mount area – in front and behind the battery and electronic compartments – optimising torsional and pitch flex for an easier driving feeling. The main plate is a direct fit on the 2018 car and available now.
