Continuing to roll out option parts for their X5B 1:8 Buggy platform, Hong Nor has released this Aluminium Servo Saver Set. Intended as an upgrade for both the nitro X5B and electric iX5B’s kit standard plastic parts, the use of high grade aluminium ensures this set produces more accurate steering and is more resistant to any impacts. The set is finished with a black anodised finish and silver chamfered edges.
Takashima D-13 has released this 1:8 Onroad Wheel Reamer with DLC coating. Widely regarded as the Formula 1 of RC racing, in 1:8 Onroad racing mechanics often need to change tyres quickly during pit stops. The fit between the wheel hub and axle plays a critical role in how fast and smoothly this can be done. To eliminate this small but crucial factor, Takashima D-13 developed a 12mm reamer tool. Featuring an advanced DLC coating on the cutting head, the tool significantly improves the precision and surface finish of the wheel hub bore, while also delivering exceptional hardness and durability. The 6.35mm hex shank fits most manual and electric tools, with a quick-lock design for maximum convenience.
T-Works has released two Brass Battery Holder sets for the Mugen Seiki MTC3 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The Brass Adjustable Battery Holder includes two height adjustment posts, with an adjustable height range of 18–26mm. With front and rear adjustable positions to accommodate various battery lengths, it also comes with 1mm/1.5mm/2mm POM shims to fit batteries from different brands. The second option is the Easy-Snap Battery Holder Set. Spring-loaded locking pin enables tool-free battery installation/removal, ideal for fast pit stops. A Secure Locking System with dual retention with locking pin and M3 set screw ensures zero slippage during intense racing. A premium copper construction ensures it is sturdy and durable, with tunable weight distribution to enhance on-track handling.
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Xray has added this new Carbon Rear Wing Shim with 41mm Hole Spacing. The 1-piece carbon shim connects to both wing holders, and helps to reduce the flexing and bending of the wing. The shims prolong the life of the rear wing because of improved durability with the shim compatible with the Slovakian manufacturer’s XB4, XT4, XB8, XB8E, XT8, and XT8E kits.
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Defending French National 1:8 Nitro Buggy Champion Clement Boda has got his title defence off to the perfect start, the Team Associated driver winning the opening round of the 2026 championship at the ARCF42 track near Lyon. Securing the title with victory at last season’s finale, Boda would not have a great run in qualifying as 2025 title rival Noha Ben Mohamed took his Sparko to the TQ honours at the end of qualifying with Boda ending up starting P3 in his Semi final. Regrouping for the finals, Boda would take the win in his Semi to secure pole for the Main which the 21-year-old would duly go on to lead from start to finish. After struggling in his Semi final, Xray’s Rémy Bermudez would improve his buggy for the Main and the 18-year-old was able to finish 2nd with Tekno driver Theo Lemaire completing the first podium of the 5 round championship.
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Sworkz’s Mattia Polito took the win at the second round of the AMSCI 1:8 Nitro Buggy Italian National Championship reversing the result of the season opener as he beat defending Champion Davide Ongaro. Racing at the OspyTeam track in the north of the country, after the four rounds of qualifying it was Polito who secured the TQ ahead of the Team Associated of Ongaro, Mugen Seiki’s Burak Kilic and Kyosho’s Marco Baruffolo. Polito posted TQ runs in the opening three rounds with Ongaro topping the final round. With Ongaro winning his Semi in the faster time, the 10-time consecutive National Champion secured pole for the final ahead of the WIRC of 5th place qualifier Andrea Trevisan who won the other Semi ahead of Polito. In the 45-minute final, with the Top 3 quickly breaking away, on lap 3 a bobble from Trevisan allowed Polito to move into second. Approaching the 7-minute mark a mistake from Ongaro would see him clip a corner pipe and spin around handing Polito a lead he would hold and extend to win by almost 4-seconds from the World Champion. Half a lap back Trevisan completed the podium ahead of Kyosho’s Riccardo Berton and Xray’s Alex Zanchettin with Kilic completing the Top 6. In eBuggy, Ongaro would make it two from two with the Round 2 win ahead of Top Qualifier Polito with Trevisan enjoying a double podium weekend with P3.
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Having released the LC2 as a 1:10 body shell last November, Italy’s Mon-Tech Racing now introduces the 1:12 LC2. Following the success of its ‘big sister’, the LC2 for 1:12 pan car gives motorsport enthusiasts the opportunity to dive back into the 80s and 90s. A car that fuelled the dreams of generations of drivers, it is now recreated for RC with obsessive attention to proportions and detail. 100% Made in Italy, it is entirely designed, developed, and produced at Mon-Tech’s facilities. Molded from high-quality polycarbonate it is available in both the Standard version and the ultra-performance “La Leggera” (Lightweight) variant with each kit including graphic decals.
Continuing the roll out of option parts for their X4’26 Electric Touring Car, Xray has released these 7075 T6 aluminium adjustable bearing hubs. Direct replacements of the standard composite ones included in the kit, the black coated aluminium hubs reduce the friction and make the car to run more free with increased the drivetrain efficiency. They are suggested especially for stock class where super low friction drive train is important. The aluminium hubs are stronger and more reliable with increased life span.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
