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April 27, 2026

Picco SIX 1:8 Offroad Engine

Italian engine manufacturer Picco has announced the addition of the brand new SIX to its line-up of .21 1:8 Offroad engines. Based on the experience of the P3 and keeping a clear buggy philosophy it offers strong low-end power, good acceleration, easy tuning, and solid drivability. The new 6-port sleeve improves drivability, making the engine smoother, more consistent, and easier to control in all conditions. Power delivery is then more linear, helping the driver stay in control while still keeping enough punch for jumps and corner exits. A lighter, modern cooling head improves balance and helps maintain stable temperatures over long runs. The result is a simple, predictable engine that is easy to set up and reliable. The Picco SIX is built to deliver usable performance, lap after lap. Positioning in the Picco range. The SIX is a strong addition to the Picco range, sitting alongside the DIX. Both engines are designed for different needs on track. The DIX is the high-end performance model, focused on maximum power and top-level potential. The SIX focuses more on usability and efficiency. It keeps the Picco performance DNA, but delivers it in a more controllable, easier-to-use and more consistent way over a full run. Where the DIX pushes maximum performance, the SIX focuses on accessibility, consistency, and control. Both engines share the same DNA, but the SIX is aimed at drivers who want confidence and performance they can fully exploit.

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January 23, 2026

Picco Monza-X 10-Port 1:8 Onroad Engine

Italian engine manufacturer Picco has unveiled their all-new Monza-X .21 1:8 onroad competition engine. Describing it as the latest expression of their high-end racing philosophy for the 1:8 onroad competition class, it is the result of decades of hands-on experience in precision manufacturing, advanced material selection, and surface treatment technologies, combined with an intensive development program carried out throughout the 2025 racing season. At the heart of the Monza-X lies an all-new, exclusive 10-port cylinder, entirely developed in-house. Its port layout and internal geometry are the result of extensive fluid-dynamics studies and track validation, providing a substantial increase in power output while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency and thermal stability. The long-stroke architecture has been carefully engineered to generate strong and consistent torque across the entire RPM range, resulting in outstanding drivability, immediate throttle response, and superior acceleration out of corners. Supplied with an 8.5 mm venturi, to ensure long-term durability and mechanical efficiency, the engine features a DLC-coated crankshaft, specifically treated to minimise friction, reduce wear, and protect against oxidation. The rotating assembly is completed by a 14 mm rear Swiss ceramic ball bearing and a meticulously aligned knife-edged aerodynamic connecting rod, designed to reduce turbulence and mechanical losses at high RPM.

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December 10, 2024

Picco DIX 10-Port .21 Buggy Engine

Having been quite of late in terms of new engine releases, Italian engine manufacturer Picco has just announced an exciting new addition to its line-up with the release of DIX Limited Buggy engine. ‘A masterpiece of engineering designed to redefine nitro engine performance’, the DIX name (ten in French) signifies more than its cutting-edge 10-port cylinder design. It’s a tribute to our French connection, inspired by Picco’s top driver, Renaud Savoya. Now run by brothers Edoardo and Alberto, Picco say that ‘The DIX embodies a unique fusion of Italian ingenuity and French flair, creating a truly international marvel’ and ‘from its advanced crankshaft geometry, engineered to reduce flow turbulence, to its meticulously crafted components, every detail has been designed to offer an engine as innovative as it is reliable.’

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June 22, 2023

Picco P3TX .21 Buggy engine

Picco has introduced its newest .21 1:8 Offroad power unit with the release of the P3TX Buggy engine. The new version of the Italian manufacturers buggy line features a traditional 3+2 port cylinder with an updated CNC machining. Characterised by a Long Stroke layout and strong Swiss made 14mm Ceramic bearing for better reliability it also sports a new cooling head to improve heat dissipation and a head button with silicone seal to prevent dust and vibration. An Optional LCG (low-center-gravity) head to be used only below 10°C/50°F outside temperature is sold separately. Available with a DLC coated crankshaft to prevent any oxidation and any wear of the crankpin or with a Standard Steel crankshaft with a black-coating just to prevent oxidation. The P3TX 3,5cc engine is delivered with a 7,0mm and 7,5mm venturi.

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April 15, 2023

Picco Monza ‘Nine’ .21 Onroad Engine

Iconic Italian engine manufacturer Picco has introduced a new version of its flagship competition 1:8 Onroad engine, the Monza ‘Nine’. As reflected by the name, this new version features a 9-port cylinder with updated exhaust boost ports. The wider range of power improves your car handling with unmatched performance in all track conditions. The Monza Nine has more linear power for control in corners while still providing high end speed needed for high end competition.

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August 4, 2022

New Picco Oval venturi

Italian engine manufacturer Picco have released a new oval shaped venturi for use with .21 sized engines. First seen as part of their recent P3TT Limited edition buggy engine release, the venturi is now available for use in all engines. The ‘Oval’ venturi offers a progressive opening: the surface of a horizontal ellipse evolving more gently than the round opening of a regular restrictor. The result is that on a low traction track the engine has smoother acceleration for improved drivability and fuel consumption.

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May 26, 2022

Picco P3TT Limited edition engine

Celebrating the great success of the P3TT Buggy engine, Picco have introduced the P3TT Limited edition engine. Restricted to 300 pieces only, they are supplied with all the technical tuning options such as DLC treated crankshaft, rear ceramic bearing, head button with silicone seal to prevent dust and vibration. This engine has been designed to improve throttle response and fuel economy and it features the new oval Venturi for exceptional power control on low grip tracks and in addition is supplied with standard round 7.0 and 7.5mm versions giving you the power you need for all grip conditions from very low to extremely high. The oval venturi offers a progressive opening: the surface of a horizontal ellipse evolving more gently than the round opening of regular restrictor. Thus, on a low traction track, the engine’s behaviour will improve the drivability fuel mileage.

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July 27, 2020

Picco welcome back Oliver Mack

Picco have announced the return of Germany’s Oliver Mack to their racing team for the 2020 and 2021 seasons. The former EFRA 1/8th scale A European Champion will power his Infinity ride using Picco’s Monza 3.5cc engine starting immediately.

Source: Picco [teampicco.com]