July 2, 2010

Kyosho Ultima SCR Truck

With three rapid-fire victories immediately after its debut, the new Ultima SC-R has made a huge impact at major ROAR racing events. The exciting category of short-course truck racing is now an officially sanctioned racing class and is becoming increasingly popular in Europe and Japan as well. As a different driver achieved each victory, the performance of the Ultima SC-R has come into sharper focus. Compatible with ROAR racing regulations, the Ultima SC-R kit is fully equipped with a range of high performance optional parts for a racing edge right from the start and at a great value. Similar in size to a 1/8-class model, the lightweight finish weighs in at only 2,000g and a popular Readyset version is already available (Ultima SC RTR) for those who like to hit the dirt without delay.

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July 2, 2010

HPI Mini Trophy 4wd desert truck

HPI Mini Trophy 4wd desert truck

We brought you the announcement of the partnership of HPI and TSA Motorsports last week and today they have released the full details on the new Mini Trophy 1/12th scale 4wd desert truck. HPI Racing delivers super realism influenced by their relationship with TSA. An interesting note about this particularly “special project” is the fact that TSA used the body styling from HPI Racing and shaped the TSA full-size 7200 class truck to look like the HPI Mini-Trophy Truck, so the HPI Mini-Trophy came first.

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July 1, 2010

STRC Jammin SCRT10 option parts

STRC have released a number of new optional parts for the Jammin SCRT10. All the new products have been precision CNC machined from high-grade aluminium and grey anodised. The new caster blocks and steering knuckle greatly improves durability and add that great factory looks to the front suspension of your Jammin SCRT10. The Steering Knuckle increases the steering angle over the stock plastic unit for even tighter turning radius, and for precise fit and tolerance, the bearing holes are drilled after the part has been anodized to ensure the tightest tolerance possible around the bearings. New  heavy duty front and rear shock towers will not only add great looks to your Jammin SCRT10, but it will eliminate the flex in your shock tower, keeping your suspension operating true to its design. The new center bulkhead will eliminate any flex in the center transmission area due to heavy torque loads from powerful brushless motors. The 12mm Machined Hex adapters securely mounts on your Jammin SCRT10 wheels and tires with no chance of it being “round off” under heavy torque and power loads. Finally there are front and rear chassis braces that provide the front and rear end of your chassis with better support, and prevent the chassis from “buckling” under hard landing and bending the center driveshafts.

Source: STRC [teamstrc.com]


July 1, 2010

Oliver Simon joins Serpent

Oliver Simon joins Serpent

Serpent have announced that former European Champion Oliver Simon, from Germany, has chosen the Serpent Cobra after intensive track testing. Oliver will race at next week’s European Championships in Portugal and will also compete in the German off road championships later this year.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


July 1, 2010

Capricorn RC LAB 21 BC

Capricorn RC LAB 21 BC

Italian company Capricorn RC have released a new .21 competition on road engine, the LAB 21 BC. Available from next week, the engine features a 14mm crankshaft which has been hard tuned, together with a 9 port liner.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


July 1, 2010

Roche RC Photon spring retainers

Roche RC Photon spring retainers

New from Roche RC for the TOP Photon are these aluminium spring retainers. Made from red anodised aluminium, they allow the racer to use 13.3mm diameter springs which include HPI, Atsushi Hara, Xray and Tamiya springs. Sold in a complete set of 4.

Source: Roche [roche.hk]


July 1, 2010

Racers Edge Blitz alu rear hubs

New from Racers Edge are these aluminium rear hubs fit the HPI Racing Blitz. Designed with a larger outside bearing for increased performance and bearing longevity. A setscrew holds the hingepin in place with access from the side. With two possible vertical ball stud locations for increased setup adjustments. These are designed to replace the stock units without changing the toe-in and include the larger outside bearing. Available in Black and Orange color, CNC machined for accuracy, and laser engraved with degrees and L or R for left or right sides.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]


June 30, 2010

Exclusive – Associated TC6

Exclusive - Associated TC6

With the 1/12th Worlds now over, focus has now switched to touring car and on today’s preperation day we sat down with Team Associated who gave us the scoop on their new TC6 chassis, that is making its international debut at this race. Retaining the same lower front and rear wishbones, C-hubs and rear uprights from the TC5, the rest of the car is different. A focus on LiPo and brushless the most noticable change is to the chassis which is very narrow and no longer sports battery slots.

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