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June 4, 2015

Losi 1/14th Mini 8ight RTR AVC buggy

Losi’s 1/14th scale Mini 8ight RTR buggy is now also available with Active Vehicle Control technology. Based on the design of the ROAR National Championship winning 8ight buggy the condensed Mini 8ight offers a 2.5mm hard anodised aluminium chassis, sturdy suspension components, oil-filled aluminium shock absorbers as well as front and rear metal gear differentials. The factory-installed 4500kv brushless motor and LiPo-compatible Dynamite speed controller give plenty of speed while the new AVC system helps to keep the buggy under control even in the most severe situations. The buggy is available in two different designs and the package is rounded out by a genuine Spektrum DX2E radio system, a 6-cell NiMH battery and a suitable wall charger.

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May 30, 2015

JConcepts Finnisher 1/8th truck body – Coming soon

During this weekend’s AMS 6.0 in Alabama JConcepts are debuting a brand-new 1/8th truggy bodyshell. Prototyped for the TLR 8ight-T 3.0 and driven by TLR/JConcept’s Ryan Maifield the body is set for a release shortly after the ROAR 1/8th Nationals and it will be available for TLR and Mugen trucks.

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May 15, 2015

Losi 1/14th Mini Rally 4WD RTR

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Losi 1/14th scale Mini Rally 4WD RTR kit. Based on the Mini 8ight platform the car features a shaft drivetrain, long travel suspension and a 4500kv brushless motor and 2S LiPo-compatible speed controller for true rallycross performance on a variety of surfaces. Rally-inspired wheels and tyres as well as a rally bodyshell make for a cool appearance while the included Dynamite 7.2V 1200mAh NiMH battery and a suitable charger allow you to hit the track instantly.

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May 12, 2015

JConcepts Reflex 1/5th scale tyre

Following the introduction of the Chasers large scale off-road tyre, JConcepts now also announce the release of the Reflex tread. The yellow compound tyre has square angled pins that are stacked vertically to flex and fold evenly across the tyre. Typically a stacked tread will wear less and provide more forward bite while the aligned space helps rotation in the turns and gives a snappy release to square up quickly. Easily one of the smaller pin tyres available for 1/5th off-road, the Reflex is a beefed up version of its 1/8th scale sibling scaled up in size to withstand heavy abuse but just nimble enough to offer optimised response. To make them interchangeable, the tyre beads and inner carcass have been designed to use the stock Losi 5ive insert and fit directly to the already established bead-lock wheel. The inner tabs built into the carcass interlock with the Losi bead-lock style wheels for security.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

May 11, 2015

JConcepts Chasers 1/5th scale tyre

JConcepts have introduced their first ever tyre for the 1/5th scale class, the Losi 5ive compatible Chasers. The tyre relies on hefty, medium lugs which are angular in multiple directions. The horizontal type tread has a striking similarity to the trusty 1/8th buggy Crossbow tyre. Chasers have a squatty, close lug arrangement which gives responsiveness and bites in all conditions. The wet and dry condition tyre has small recessed cuts in the top of the tread for extra edges and increased formability over terrain. The centre overlapping bar treatment increases durability in the highest wear region of the tire. The outer sidewall has added tread at the top which provides extra reinforcement for those tough outdoor conditions while the outer V-lug also provides some paddle traction in loose sand or muddy conditions giving the Chasers ultimate versatility.

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May 7, 2015

JConcepts Finnisher TLR 22T 2.0 bodyshell

JConcepts introduce the Finnisher design bodyshell for the TLR 22T 2.0 stadium truck. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. A revised front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for the unique 22T geometry while smoothing out the front down force area. A front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals detail stand-out like an 18 wheeler. Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the Finnisher body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. Included is also a high performance gurney spoiler which increases rear grip and balances the handling characteristics of the aggressively styled body.

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April 24, 2015

TLR 22-series machined 3-hole pistons

Team Losi Racing introduce two new 3-hole piston sets for 22-series vehicles. The 12mm pistons are offered in packs of four, and with the hole diameters of 1.3mm and 1.4mm. The TLR race team has had great success running the prototypes of these pistons on their 22 2.0 and 22-4 buggies and have dabbled with them on their 22T 2.0 and 22SCT 2.0’s also. Several key setups benefit from the reduced pack and quicker movement of the 3-hole pistons, especially on tracks that are a little bumpier.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

April 20, 2015

MIP TLR 22SCT 2.0 Pucks drive system

The latest vehicle to receive MIP’s Pucks drive system treatment is the TLR 22SCT 2.0 short course truck. Designed especially for 17.5T stock class racing the set greatly reduces the drivetrain’s rotating masses by utilising aluminium C-CVD driveshafts, aluminium differential outdrives and the drivepin-replacing Pucks cushions that take the place of the inferior steel pins. This combination greatly increases the longevity of the drivetrain and most importantly decreases the drivetrain’s overall rotating mass by a whopping 50 percent. The decrease in weight directly results in quicker acceleration, deceleration, and lower motor temperatures. Beside the driveshafts the set also includes a full MIP ball differential, minus the diff gear, as well as wheel axles and small parts.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]