May 31, 2018

Novarossi Mephisto .21 nitro on-road engine

Novarossi have introduced their all-new Mephisto .21 nitro on-road competition engine. The power plant utilises the new R4/18 conrod that was redesigned and is made from a special aluminium alloy for improved durability while retaining the low weight of the previous R4/17. Also new is the DLC-coated crankshaft with triple tungsten balance weights and silicone insert. The updated design optimises internal mixture flow while the lightweight shaft improves agility. The sleeve is of a 9-ports design with exhaust booster ports and the special shape ensures maximised performance while the compact 3-needle carburettor allows for better idling and quicker returning to low RPM after throttling. The engine’s features are rounded out by a new combustion camber insert specially developed for the use with 16 percent nitro fuel – a 25 percent insert is available separately – and they are topped off by a new 2-tone cooling head that provides optimised thermal efficiency and a low centre of gravity. The engine is available with all-steel or hybrid front steel, rear ceramic bearing.

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May 31, 2018

Arrowmax 20-30mm ride height gauge

Coming from Arrowmax is their new 20mm to 30mm ride height gauge for 1/10th and 1/8th scale off-road vehicles. The tool features the popular twist-type design for a compact appearance and easy and convenient usage. The gauge is machined from high-quality aluminium and it sports Arrowmax’s signature black and golden surface coating for wear and looks as well as engraved markings for the chosen ride height setting.

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May 31, 2018

Losi 22S 2WD SCT Brushless RTR short course truck

Following a couple of teaser videos on social media, Losi have officially introduced their new 22S 2WD SCT Brushless RTR short course truck. Based on the Team Losi Racing 22 race platform, the all-new 22S series truck has taken the performance and durability of the 22 platform and maximised it to become the ultimate Ready-to-Run performance basher. A powerful Dynamite brushless system provides ample power that’s completely manageable with the aid of the Active Vehicle Control AVC technology. The get-up-and-go of the 22S is easily handled by the race-inspired suspension of the championship winning 22 race platform. Several Team Losi Racing 22 platform performance parts can upgrade the look, style and performance of the 22S RTR. With user-friendly design concepts, like a bottom loading battery compartment and hard mounted electronics, the user experience is hassle-free allowing the bashing to begin right away. Included in the package comes a 2.4GHz radio system, MAXXIS Razr tyres as well as a MAXXIS or K&N styled body shell.

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May 31, 2018

PR Racing SC201 RTR short course truck

PR Racing have introduced their new SC201 1/10th 2WD mid-motor ready-to-run short course truck. The factory-assembled vehicle features large volume big bore shock absorbers, full ball bearings, and a mid-motor layout for best possible performance on a variety of surfaces. Steel CV-style driveshafts ensure reliable power supply with the truck coming with a pre-installed sensorless 3900kV brushless motor and and high-power speed controller. Other features include a 6kg-cm high speed steering servo, a 2-channel 2.4GHz radio system, and a clear body shell.

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May 31, 2018

Leadfinger Racing Strife ET48.3 body shell

Coming soon from Leadfinger Racing is their Strife body shell for the Tekno RC ET48.3 electric 1/8th scale truggy. Sporting a pretty radical design with a raised and channeled hood section, chin spoiler as well as a channelled roof section, the body is set to offer improved aerodynamics compared to the standard body with looks to match. The lid is expected to ship early June.

Source: Leadfinger RC [leadfingerrc.com]


May 31, 2018

Axon T4’18 big bore shock II dampers

Axon have introduced their new big bore shock II especially designed for Xray’s T4’18 touring car. The dampers are of the same construction, inner diameter and piston design as the previous version, however the shorter shock body length and an optimised piston position within the damper ensures full compatibility with the 2018 specification T4 while increasing corner speed and traction. Also the piston rod received a small update to ensure silky smooth operation which further helps with consistency and drivability. The shocks come in sets of four and they include aluminium upper and lower caps, the threaded shock bodies and pre-load nuts, as well as CNC-machined 3-hole pistons, piston rod, piston rod guides and O-rings. Not included are the needed Xray donor parts such as upper and lower shock eyelets, pivot balls, spring retainers, diaphragms and springs.

Source: Axon [team-axon.com]


May 31, 2018

Race Opt MTC1 4WD mini conversion set

Race Opt have released first images of their 4WD mini conversion kit for the Mugen MTC1 touring car. It is understood that the set will include all needed parts to convert Mugen’s 1/10th electric tourer into a competition-grade M-type 4WD car and thus the set will utilise a new carbon fibre main chassis and top deck, new carbon fibre shock towers and also updated, narrow track width suspension parts. The conversion is currently shipping and full information about the specifications and features should become available soon.

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May 31, 2018

Exotek B6.1 & XB2 CF LiPo holder sets

Coming from Exotek are new carbon fibre LiPo tabs and cups battery mounts for the Team Associated B6.1 and Xray XB2 series of vehicles. Both were specifically designed to allow quickly adjustable weight tuning while providing more natural chassis flex due to the “floating” battery mount with only two tabs touching the battery instead of a whole brace spanning from side to side. The sets are made of carbon fibre, the AE set scrubbing about 4.5g of weight while the Xray set is about 4g higher than stock and both include all needed hardware. The B6.1 set is usable for all B6.1-based kits such as the B6.1, T6.1 and SC6.1 as well as the older spec B6, while the Xray mounts can be used with all XB2 and XT2 series kits, however it is understood that JConcepts buggy bodies for the XB2 do not provide enough clearance for the tabs.

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