Kyosho Europe have introduced the new Picco EFRA 2099 Performance off-road exhaust. Designed for the use with the new Blast engines, the exhaust system utilises an updated and reshaped long-type manifold with the whole setup ensuring a more linear power curve over the whole RPM band. While being designed for the Picco Blast engine, the exhaust also fits Novarossi and O.S. based power plants.
Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]
Coming from Hot Race Tyres is the Bangkok 1/10th scale buggy tyre. Developed especially for clay surfaces, such as the Pinerolo track, the tyre will offer exceptional performance and wear in these conditions and it is available as 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear variant in super soft, soft, medium, clay and astro-specific rubber compounds.
Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]
Coming soon from Azarashi is the Type-Q11 body shell for 210mm M-class on-road cars, such as the Tamiya M-chassis kits. The comical recreation of a certain German sports car is moulded from high-quality polycarbonate and it will fit most 210mm M-class chassis. Included with the clear body shell comes a detailed decal sheet that contains head and tail lights, grills and window frames.
Team Associated have introduced crawler specific variants of their Rado 2 brushed motors. The Radon 2 Crawler motor’s 5-slot design delivers a smooth powerband for precision control while traversing steep, uneven, or rocky terrain. Dual ball-bearings improve performance and reliability while adjustable timing allows for adjustments to compensate for different drivetrain configurations that require reverse motor rotation. These features together result in a powerful, reliable, economical, and versatile choice for those who prefer brushed motor power. The Radon 2 Crawler motor is available in 12T, 16T, and 20T versions to suit a variety of applications and speed requirements.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
FX Engines have announced the soon release of their new K501 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. No other details beside a teaser image are available yet but full information are expected to surface in time for the release.
Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]
Lunsford Racing have announced the release of a new-style screw head for their 3mm fasteners. With an ultra sleek head design combined with an over-sized diameter head, the Custom Lunsford pan head titanium screw is the ideal screw for servo or motor installation. The 7.8mm head size eliminates the need for a washer while the low profile head design at just 1.2mm brings in added elegance and purpose. To minimise tool needs for 1:10 vehicles, the pan head has a 2mm broach. The fastener is available in 8mm, 10mm and 15mm length.
Yokomo have introduced new 6-hole shock pistons for the BD9 touring car. Using the same hole diameter as the standard 4-hole variants, the 6-hole parts offer improved absorption against fine vibrations while keeping good overall response for enhanced traction. Also the outer diameter is also slightly enlarged for less blow-by during fast compression and thus improved balance in fast corners. To achieve the same mount of damping, upping shock viscosity by 50 to 100cst is advised.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
Traxxas are known for their performance ready-to-run vehicles but now also step up their game in the kit sector with the introduction of the Stampede 4×4 unassembled kit. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is designed Traxxas Tough to handle all the 4-wheel drive monster mayhem owners can dish out. Its tall ground clearance and long-arm suspension make Stampede 4×4 feel unstoppable and it combines all the mud-slinging fun of the RTR Stampede with the excitement of building your own truck. Offered as a true roller chassis, the Stampede 4×4 kit allows build-it-yourself freedom to add your choice of motor, ESC, servo, and radio system. All the parts are organised neatly in labeled bags with a fully illustrated colour manual to make building rewarding and fun. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is perfect for drivers of almost any age or skill level and it comes including a clear truck body shell, allowing to create own paint ideas.
