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December 16, 2022

Xray X4F Graphite Upper Decks

Xray has released a new top deck for its X4F 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The split (2 piece) top deck is recommended mainly for asphalt tracks. The top deck features milled holes for special tweak-free top deck screws. The top deck offers more steering response, and more on power steering. The flex characteristic is different than the kit top deck, and the 2 pieces allows for more flex options, which can be adjusted individually between the front and rear. Machined from 2.0mm graphite material, the shape of the top deck has been specifically designed to achieve maximum traction and great steering characteristics at the same time.

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December 16, 2022

VP Pro B74.2 CB-4002 body

VP Pro has released a new 1:10 Buggy body for Team Associated’s RC10B74.2 & B74.2D 4WD chassis. The CB-4002 design gives a balanced and stable drive with the improved design also increasing performance in low traction conditions. The body is moulded from high-quality 0.6mm polycarbonate and precision laser-cut to fit. Each body comes packaged will come with window masks.

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December 16, 2022

Mugen Seiki 2023 Zip Hoodie

Mugen Seiki has unveiled a new full zip hoodie for the 2023 season. Made from 100% cotton, the hoodie features a large white Mugen Seiki logo on the ‘cement’ base colour with a smaller version of the logo repeated on the front. Available in M, L, XL, XXL, the hoodie will go on sale later this month so probably not going to make it in time as a last minute Christmas present!

Source: Mugen Seiki [mugenseiki.com]

December 16, 2022

SMJ Kabuto R21 Onroad Engine

Japanese brand SMJ has released a new 1:8 Onroad engine, the Kabuto R21. The new Kabuto R21 engine has undergone a detailed review and evolution. While maintaining the smooth and easy-to-use characteristics of the previous Kabuto R21 engine, the improved crankshaft delivers more torque in the mid- and low-speed range along with better idling performance, resulting in stable and easy-to-use performance even during long race races. The lightweight outer head, with its superior cooling performance, features a special graphic design. There is also the option to order the Japanese made engine pre-broken in by “YURUGIX”, a pioneer of pre-broken-in engines that has earned the trust of top drivers.

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December 15, 2022

Xray RX8 Front anti-roll bars

Xray has released two new Front anti-roll bars for their RX8 1:8 Onroad chassis. Available in 2.3mm and 2.5mm options, they are redesigned to work with the adjustable system which allows more comfortable adjustment of the bar as well as remove excessive play. The wire anti-roll bar is used to increase steering response on small, technical tracks and is mounted to the bulkheads from the outside to allow quick & easy changes and adjustment. The roll bar turns in ball-bearings for maximum precision and freedom of movement. Anti-roll bar height can be quickly & easily adjusted via a screw … quick & easy. The thickness of each anti-roll bar is laser-engraved for easy identification.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 15, 2022

Sworkz module 0.8 motor pinion gears for 1:8 electric

Sworkz has introduced a new 0.8 pitch motor pinion gear ratio system to help improve eBuggy speed of its 1:8 electric buggy, truggy and GT platforms. The high density motor pinion gear ratio systemCompared to the original 1.0 pitch spur gears, gives you more feedback and perfect feeling while driving. The acceleration change is significantly quicker yet smoother. More range is provided from lower torque to higher speeds. Available in 6 motor pinion gear sizes (19/20/21/22/23/24T) and 4 different centre spur gears (57/58/59/60T).

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

December 14, 2022

Agama N1 1:8 Buggy

Nemo Racing has just published a full presentation of their new Agama N1 which has gone on pre-order. The British brand has shown the pre production N1 before with Lee Martin racing it a number of international events including the World Championship but has now launched full details of the new 1:8 buggy platform. Introducing the N1 which features an unconventional suspension set-up, Nemo Racing say, ‘After years of development our revolutionary design concept is finally realised with the production N1. Its unique suspension creates an incredibly low COG (Centre of Gravity) race car, while our engineering teams years of experience has pushed us to ensure that not only is it fast, but it’s the easiest car to work on in its class. Lower COG makes the N1 more consistent to drive while being able to hold higher corner speeds than your average 1/8th buggy. Its not just in the corners where the N1 excels, through bumps it stays very flat with less tendency to want to flip over and in the air the N1 flies very low and stable as its unique clean aerodynamics have a tremendous effect, working the rear wing to maximum efficiency’

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December 14, 2022

Fenix Racing Classic Team Lotus 97 body

Italian company Fenix Racing has worked their magic once again and produced another beautiful classic Formula 1 with the release of the Classic Team Lotus 97 body. The body is fits Fenix F1-70, Tamiya F103 and F104W chassis as well as all cars of similar layout and dimensions. Molded from high-quality polycarbonate, the body comes supplied transparent with Classic Team Lotus decals. The body is a reproduction of the Lotus 97T from 1985 which was an evolution of the Lotus 95. Designed by Gerard Ducarouge, the Lotus 97T was powered by the Renault turbo engine and was bringing some innovation in aerodynamic, such as the barge-board behind the front wheels and winglets in front of the rear wheels. Drivers were Elio de Angelis and Ayrton Senna. This model prove to be a formidable weapon for the duo allowing to score 8 pole position (7 for the Brazilian and 1 for the Italian), 3 victories (2 for Senna) and 3 fastest lap. Senna’s skills were clear to many, but become bright in his maiden victory taken at the Portuguese Gp, under an impossible rain, were only Michele Alboreto, second, wasn’t lapped by Ayrton. Another fine victory was scored by Elio de Angelis in Imola and by Senna, again, in wet-dry conditions in Spa. Unfortunately, fuel consumption rule was killing Lotus hopes quite often, forcing them out of the championship rule. 1985 was a spectacular year for F1, at the end of the season, there were 8 gp winners, in 16 races! For almost half season, 4 teams were fighting for the final prize. McLaren, Ferrari, Williams and Lotus. With Williams and Lotus sharing the same amount of points at end of the year.

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