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September 20, 2013

HiroFactory HRF12X pan car – Teaser

Japanese company HiroFactory, known for their HRF10X conversion kit for the Tamiya F103 and F104 chassis are currently working on the HRF12X, the company’s first complete 1/12th scale pan car kit. So far only a handful of teaser shots are available that show some of the car’s details such as highly adjustable front end with aluminium arm mounts and a conventional overall design. The mid section shows the carbon fibre chassis and by the looks of things the 1S battery pack can be place in a longitudinal or traversal position. The rear end again is of a conventional design with a spacious motor pod, link-type suspension and two grease-filled roll dampers. We have no definite information on availability but according to HiroFactory the kit is “coming soon”.

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September 20, 2013

Serpent 747-e – First images

Serpent have released first images of their upcoming 747-e 200mm electric touring car. The vehicle makes use of the suspension components, steering and front and rear bulkheads of the nitro-powered 747 and combines them with a carbon fibre double deck construction in order to create a lightweight yet strong base for 2S to 3S LiPo battery packs and 540-size brushless motors. With the battery and motor technology developing at a fast rate the tough 200mm cars allow the use of 4-pole brushless motors for increased efficiency and power output and the class may come to the rescue for clubs that are faced with noise emission problems. It is understood that the 747-e will be released before the end of this year. We keep you up-to-date with more information as soon as they are available.

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September 20, 2013

Team Torke 2S standard & shorty hardcase LiPo packs

Team Torke have released two new hardcase LiPo battery packs in the form of a regular length 6500mAh 75C and a shorty 4800mAh 70C variant. Both sport increased capacities over their predecessors and feature standard bullet connectors with the shorty pack offering a dual plug layout for improved power supply when needed.

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September 19, 2013

David Spashett teams up with Zen Racing

Zen Racing today announced that multiple World Champion David Spashett, has teamed up with the UK company in order to build-up a team of talented racers and to bring new products under the Zen Racing brand. David, who recently left Horizon Hobby after many years of being with the firm, has this to say about his new venture:

It is with great pleasure that I would like to announce my involvement with Zen-racing. This new venture will give me the opportunity to work with some very dedicated and enthusiastic racers and Racing companies from all over the world. This new opportunity will also give me the time to develop new ideas with the team and bring products to market under the Zen band name. A common goal to enjoy what we do and to the highest standards possible, a new challenge to build a fresh young race team in the on-road racing market and to hopefully find the next generation of super stars.

Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

September 19, 2013

RDRP DEX210 black aluminium shock towers

Revolution Design Racing Products announce the release of the black colour DEX210 aluminium front and rear shock towers. They are designed to replace the stock plastic shock stay with a cooler looking and more rigid solution. CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and coming anodised black for a more durable finish the RDRP shock towers do not break as the kit’s plastic tower and make for a more solid and therefore precise base for the shock absorbers. The black versions are a colour variant of the already existing gun metal coloured shock stays and both versions are available now.

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September 19, 2013

Hudy ProfiTools 1.5mm & .063 Allen wrenches

Hudy announce the release of two new Allen wrenches out of their lightweight ProfiTools series. Available now are the 1.5mm V2 and .063 V2 hex driver with hollow composite handles and Hudy spring steel tool tips. The ProfiTools are based on the Hudy Professional tools and offer a precise fit for a long life of the tool tip and corresponding screw head while targeting the more cost-oriented racer.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

September 19, 2013

ECX Torment & Ruckus 1/18 4WD RTR trucks

Horizon Hobby introduce the ECX Ruckus and Torment 1/18 scale 4WD ready-to-run trucks. Both base on the same composite tub chassis with 4WD shaft drivetrain, long suspension arms and oil-filled shock absorbers. Tough gear differentials help to put the power on the ground. While the Ruckus mimics a monster truck with huge tyres and pick-up body shell the Torment comes with a short course truck body and replica wheels and tyres. The RTR sets include a 2.4GHz radio system, waterproof receiver and speed controller unit as well as all needed batteries and a charger.

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September 19, 2013

Xray RX8 composite lower bulkheads

Xray introduce new composite lower bulkheads for the RX8 on-road car. They are of a clean and lightweight design and moulded in a new hard material making them ideal for the use in high ambient temperatures or on very high grip tracks. They also absorb vibrations created by the engine and make for a more natural flex compared to the stock parts. All four bulkheads are available as separate items.

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