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October 20, 2007

O’Donnell Z01-B 1/8th scale buggy

It’s been a long time coming but O’Donnell have finally released information about their new 1/8th scale 4wd buggy, called the Z01-B. A long time in testing by team driver Jared Tebo, the car has had a lot of success on the track yet very little information has been seen about the car so far, with the exception of some photographs. The Z01-B is said to the most dependable, durable, consistent buggy platform ever created for 1/8 scale nitro buggy racing and while no definite release date was given, expect it soon.

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October 20, 2007

Hot Bodies Cyclone D4 – oOple review

Hot Bodies Cyclone D4 - oOple review

oOple have finally completed their review of the Hot Bodies Cyclone D4 and as you would expect its very in depth, with step by step building pictures as well as tips, a report from racer John Price and finally an interview with Adam Skelding, designer and team driver. Also newly reviewed by oOple is the recently released Sanwa DSSS 2.4ghz system.

View the Cyclone review here and the Sanwa review here.

Source: oOple [oople.com]

October 20, 2007

JConcepts Illuzion Bandit VXL Hi-Speed

New from JConcepts for the Traxxas VXL buggy is the “Hi-Speed”, whose styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical scoop outlets for additional air flow for speed control and motor cooling. A large Bandit specific 7” V-wing is included for maximum high speed stability while the race inspired, shorter aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and scoop and durable flowing design are just some of the features that make the body stand out from the rest.

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October 19, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> Serdar Sakalioglu wins Turkish National finale – Link [serpent.com]
> New pitboxes and parts cases from Kyosho – Link [kyosho.com]
> Greek 1/10 TC National Race Reports – Link [teamxray.com]
> Mirage report from the 1st round of the Carper Wars – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Neo Buggy interview Yannick Aigoin – Link [neo-buggy.net]
> NT1 Wins Kota Raja 4hr Endurance Race – Link [teamxray.com]

October 19, 2007

Exotek LST Mini conversion

Exotek Racing were in contact to tell us about their latest conversion set, this time for the Losi MLST. Aimed at replacing those fragile stock servos and the budget steering system, the conversion set features redesigned key components to allow you to go where you were scared to go before with the stock steering system – Off Road.

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October 19, 2007

ProTek LiPo 4000mAh power pack

A Main Hobbies have announced the release of this ProTek R/C brand Lithium Polymer 2-cell 4000mAh 20C power pack. These ProTek R/C battery packs can be used in any application where you need 6-cell NiMH stick or race packs, such as 1/10th scale electric touring cars or 2wd and 4wd off-road vehicles and are significantly lighter weighing only 200g (7.1oz) when compared to regular NiMH race packs which weigh over 400g (14oz) for the same capacity. These batteries also have a nominal voltage of 7.4V compared to the 7.2V of regular NiMH batteries, and have a lot lower internal resistance. This leads to better top speeds and improved ‘punch’ off the line when compared to NiMH batteries.

Source: A Main Hobbies [amainhobbies.com]

October 19, 2007

Schumacher Fusion 28 Touring car

Schumacher have released he The Fusion 28, which they claim is the fastest and most exciting nitro touring car ever created. Powered by the Schumacher X28 (4.5cc) engine built by Picco, this 7 port fully race tuned engine produces 2.85hp at 33000 rpm and, with the help of the unique Schumacher 3 speed transmission, can propel the Fusion to an astonishing 80mph. The car comes complete with electric start system and a pre painted and trimmed body, which is available in 4 different colours.

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October 19, 2007

CS-Electronic Magnetic Brushless Motor

CS Electronic in Germany have released a new range of branded brushless competition motors, called Magnetic. Available in 3.5T, 4.5T, 5.5T and 6.5T the new motors use the latest BL technology to achieve the highest efficiency, most power and highest top speeds. Featuring a dynamically balanced 13.5mm diameter sintered rotor, it also comes with an integrated cooling fan which combined with cooling holes in the can, ensure that the motor is kept at a good working temperature.

Source: CS Electronics [cs-electronic.com]