Duratrax have released a trio of essential tools in the form of a body reamer, body scissors and a curved tip scissors. These are must-have tools for any well-equipped workshop and they’re available from Duratrax individually or in practical, cost-saving sets. All three feature high-quality construction for a long life of frequent use with the reamer sport an ergonomic handle for extra comfort and control.
Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]
Switzerlands Boomerang Batteries have introduced their newly designed LiPo battery series. Featuring a redesigned flat hard casing, increased run time and less resistance, they are available in 2 new versions. Firstly is the 6800mAh 7.4v 70C (EFRA-approved) stick pack which has maximum power and run time. Next up is a 4400mAh 7.4v 55C shorty pack with its super compact and lightweight design which allows you to play with the weight distribution of your car, especially useful for 1:10 2wd off-road cars, 1:10 pan cars and 1:10 F1 cars.
Source: Boomerang Batteries [boomerang-batteries.ch)
CS Electronic have released a new 7200mAh LiPo pack featuring the unique Silver Protect system. The addition of silver ions not only allows a much higher discharge power, up to 75C continuously with a maximum of 150C, but it also provides a lower internal resistance of the cells for a longer life span despite high charge rates. EFRA approved it comes with a hard case for protection and bullet connectors.
Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]
SRC have sent us a sneak peek at their all new Lola 012 1/8th scale on road body shell. Set to be unveiled at this week’s Nuremberg toy fair, the new shell offers lots of downforce and great turn in as well as increased engine cooling thanks to its very low top surface. EFRA homologated (31529), it comes in high quality 0.75mm and 1mm thick polycarbonate.
Source: SRC [srcspecialparts.com]
FTW Racing Components today added to its 1:8 buggy lineup with the introduction of the new Night Fox body for Mugen’s MBX6R. The newest Night Fox exhibits the same proven handling characteristics and striking stealth-inspired styling for which FTW is known. “As you will see, with the Night Fox for MBX6R we’ve maintained all that has made the Night Fox series popular—the stability and downforce it adds to the handling of the car, the quality, durability, and of course the stealth-inspired styling,” said FTW co-founder John Riewe. “Plus, Night Fox’s low roof line leaves more of the engine head exposed for better cooling without making the car look like a truck,” added FTW co-founder Joshua Riewe. Night Fox for MBX6R is packaged with window masks and a decal sheet.
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Austrian Novarossi distributor Hoeco have released a limited edition 9 port .21 on road engine called the ‘Volksmotor’. This engine comes with a sub €200 price range and features a 14mm lightened crankshaft, 8mm venturi as per EFRA rules and a 9 port liner for lots of top end power. Expect it to be available by the end of February.
For 2012 Vampire Racing took another step forward and introduced two new stick pack LiPo batteries. The first one, specifically designed for touring cars, is a 6800mAh 70C pack and will pump out massive power. The second battery is a 4400mAh 50C short stick pack. The slightly lower C rating and the shorter hard case is the ultimate combination for your 2wd car allowing you achieve the ultimate setup balance with the variability of the shorter case.
Reds Racing Company have announced a new official team driver for 1/10 Touring in Spain, Sergi Franch. Sergi Franch says “I am very proud and hopeful to sign by Reds Racing to be able to obtain the best results this season 2012 and very thankful to the brand and his importer for On Road in Spain Maxiracing to trust me to try to put this great engine in the top of competitions in Spain and Europe, for me the most important its to be able to work with a ‘Master’ like Mario Rossi, because I am certainly that we will be in the high level of performance on the track”.
Source: Reds Racing [redsracing.it]
