Answer-RC from the UK have introduced front and rear carbon fibre arm stiffeners for the SWorkz S35-3 series of buggies and cars. They are made of thicker 1.5mm carbon fibre and include 6mm screwed rather than 5mm fasteners. They come separately for the front and the rear of the vehicle and fit the S35-3 platforms including the S35-3, S35-3E, S35-3GT and S35-GTE.
View the rear arm inserts here
RMV Deutschland have introduced new Reckward-Tuning option parts for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 buggies. First up is a moulded carbon fibre battery box with kevlar reinforcements. While being extremely light of weight the box is also highly durable for its weight and it scrubs valuable weight while looking the part. The box is slightly larger than the standard battery box, allowing the use of either larger batteries or more effective foam protection. The box comes with a separate lid and it is a direct fit.
Xpress have released a first image of their forthcoming XQ1S club-level touring car kit. The car is based on the full-breed XQ1 competition kit, however several fibreglass parts and other simplifications will make the kit more wallet-friendly for newcomers and club racers. The car is set for a release in April and all information including images should become available soon.
Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]
Coming from HRC Racing and made for all applications that required racing pack style batteries is a 7.4V 4500mAh LiPo pack. Made from high-quality 40C cells the battery comes in an oval diameter hardcase that is usable in a wide range of applications, from RTR and sports-type cars, buggies and trucks over to starter boxes and many more. The pack comes pre-wired with an industry-standard XH balancer plug and an Ultra T or Tamiya-style power plug.
Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]
Serpent have announced the release of their first ever monster truck, the Spyder MT2 RTR. Coming under the Serpent Sports banner, the vehicle makes use of the proven Spyder 2WD off-road platform and it features long-travel suspension components, 12mm RCM big bore shock absorbers as well as a rear motor transmission with fluid-filled gear differential. Spring steel transmission parts make for exceptional durability while large front and rear composite bumpers protect the suspension, chassis and transmission parts. The truck comes factory assembled and including a waterproof 45A speed controller, a 3000kV 9T Dragon-RC brushless motor and a durable metal gear steering servo. The ready-to-run package is rounded out by a pre-painted truck body shell and a 2.4GHz radio system.
View a list of the features and more images here
Coming from T-Works and made for the Yokomo YZ-4 series of buggies is a titanium ball end set. The kit contains 14 64 grade ball ends that are a direct replacement for the standard steel items. Using the lightweight Ti parts will reduce the overall weight, make for a lower centre of gravity and overall cooler looks.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
VRP have just released torsional carbon fibre arm inserts for the Mugen MBX8 buggy. These are much different than typical carbon arm inserts as rather than flexing torsionally, they flex length wise, from hinge pin to hinge pin. This will help the suspension arm flex correctly, keep them from twisting under load when accelerating/decelerating, yet allow them to flex with the squat of the chassis. Overall, they will give more traction and a consistent feel compared to regular carbon or plastic inserts, thanks to using directionally laid carbon fibre plates. The parts are machined in house at VRP in Houston, Texas and are available in 0.8mm, 1.0mm, and 1.2mm thicknesses.
Designed to improve the front end damping on LMP or RXGT12 kits are 6mm front suspension balls from Zen Racing. The O-rings inside, held by a slot, increase 1/8th king pin dampening and they hold the chosen dampening fluid against the king pin for a more consistent feel.
Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]
