February 1, 2016

Maverick RC Strada DT & RX RTR kits

Maverick RC Strada DT & RX RTR kits

HPI Racing have introduced two new Maverick RC RTR cars in the form of the Strada DT desert truck and the Strada RX rallycross kit. The 1/10th scale ready-to-run vehicles feature brand new body and wheel designs, as well as the standard features already installed in all Maverick RC Strada kits, such as an enclosed full-time 4WD shaft drivetrain, front and rear gear differentials, waterproof electronics including receiver, servo and speed controller, 2.4GHz radio system and more.

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February 1, 2016

Xray XB2 aluminium rear hubs

Xray XB2 aluminium rear hubs

Xray have introduced rear aluminium uprights for the XB2 2WD off-road buggy. The compact design hubs are made using black anodised 7075-T6 aluminium and they offer nine different upper camber link mounting positions for super-fine roll centre adjustments. The zero degree toe hubs are best suited for high-traction conditions as they increase rear stability.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


February 1, 2016

Scorpion RS-3420 3.5T brushless motor

Scorpion RS-3420 3.5T brushless motor

Scorpion have introduced the RS-3420 electric brushless motor in 3.5T configuration. The super-fast modified motor is best used in 1/10th Touring Car and 1/12th scale applications and it is equipped with a 12.5mm rotor for maximum torque, braking power and performance. Optional 12.0mm high-speed and 12.3mm all-round rotors can be purchased to fine-tune the motor to different track conditions. As with all RS-3420 series motors the 3.5T variant features a screw-type rotor surfaces for improved cooling, a built-in cooling fan as well as a built-in temperature sensor.

Source: Scorpion [scorpionsystem.com]


February 1, 2016

Kyosho tease Optima buggy re-release

Kyosho tease Optima buggy re-release

Kyosho are currently teasing a possible Optima 1/10th 4WD buggy re-release. The iconic 1980’s buggy once featured a chain-driven all-wheel drivetrain with rear motor, the infamous red body small bore shock absorbers, and an aluminium frame chassis. The silhouette image hints towards a pretty close reproduction of the buggy as it was previously done with the Scorpion, Tomahawk and Beetle. We bring you more information on the realise as soon as they surface.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]


February 1, 2016

Yeah Racing T4 dual joint driveshafts

Yeah Racing T4 dual joint driveshafts

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Xray T4 line of touring cars are dual joint front driveshafts. Made from spring steel and coming specially coated and with a ground wheel axle the driveshafts use 5x10x4mm inner wheel bearings over the now-standard thin inner bearings, making for more reliability and less bearing failures. The driveshafts come in pairs and they also fit older T3 cars with slight modifications to the C-hub.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]


February 1, 2016

Yokomo introduce YZ-2 carpet & dirt kits

Yokomo introduce YZ-2 carpet & dirt kits

Yokomo will soon have two new YZ-2 buggy kits available in the form of the YZ-2CA and YZ-2DT. Both build on the previous and now discontinued YZ-2 buggy and they feature a new aluminium main chassis and dedicated gearbox designs for high-grip carpet or low-grip dirt applications. The YZ-2CA carpet and astro turf specific car, as used by Yokomo factory driver Lee Martin during last weekend’s third round of the 2015/16 EOS, comes with a newly designed low layshaft “carpet spec” 3-gear transmission with new idler gear, long suspension arms, and a lightweight body, making the buggy ideal for all high-grip applications.

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February 1, 2016

Flash Point alloy diff cross pins & graphite grease

Flash Point alloy diff cross pins & graphite grease

New from Flash Point R/C come aluminium differential cross pins for Mugen and TLR vehicles as well as high-pressure grease. Starting with the cross pins, the set can be used in Mugen Seiki vehicles including the MBX7, MBX7R, 7R Eco, MBX7T, MBX7TR, and MBX7TR Eco and as well as the TLR 8ight, 8ight-T, and 8ight-E. The package includes six aluminium cross pins that greatly reduce the rotating mass of the drive train. This will increase acceleration and allow your vehicle to have a lower operating temperature. Also new is the High-Pressure grease that is ideal for a multitude of applications including thrust bearings, CVA joints, ring and pinions, outdrives, as well as a general lubrication for all metal parts.

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January 31, 2016

HPI Racing introduce updated Savage trucks

HPI Racing introduce updated Savage trucks

HPI Racing’s iconic Savage 1/8th scale monster truck range receives a make-over for the 2016 season with the XL 5.9 2.0, XL Octane V2 and XL Flux all being on show during this week’s Nuremberg International Toy Fair. Starting with the updated Savage XL 5.9 2.0, the truck features a variety of upgrades and changes, making it faster, meaner and even bigger. Underneath the GTXL-1 bodyshell in a new subdued colour, the chassis is the same as the colossal Savage XL Octane, with its TVP design, 3-speed Octane transmission, triple brake disc system, and a complete set of all-metal Super HD drivetrain parts. The truck is powered by the new F5.9 engine.

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