Following the release of a number of front bumpers, VP-Pro’s latest addition is a new front bumper specially designed for the Kyosho MP11 1:8 Buggy. Made from high-quality material with strong durability, it is specially designed to protect your chassis in the event of knocks and crashes by minimising contact with the track on jump landings. It is easy to install not requiring extra tools and it comes packed as 2 pieces in one bag.
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Chinese tyre and accessories manufacturer VP-Pro has announced the signing of leading offroad racer Berkan Kilic. The younger of the well known Turkish Kilic brothers, who both race for Mugen Seiki, the 19 years old has over 10 years of racing experience. The multiple IFMAR 1:8 Nitro Buggy World Championship finalist and European Championship podium finisher will as part of the new deal use VP-Pro tyres, bodies and accessories at major national and international events in the upcoming two years. With Kilic’s signing VP-Pro say they ‘look to improve on its existing product range and continue to bring high-quality and affordable products to everyone.’ On the announcement Kilic, who joins Atsushi Hara in representing VP-Pro, said, ‘I’m really looking forward to joining VP-Pro for the 2026–2027 season. A new challenge awaits, and I’m ready to give my best to help drive development and make everything even better. I’ve already tested some of the products, and I was genuinely impressed by how well they performed.’
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VP-Pro have introduced new Brass Front Chassis Weights intended for use on the Infinity IFB8 1:8 Buggy platform. Machined from high quality brass, they are designed to perfectly fit to the chassis while leaving the necessary space in order not to affect the chassis flex. No modification is required and laser-etched VP-Pro logo they also include weight of each piece. Available in 50 gram and 100 gram options, each pack contains one of each packed individually.
VP-Pro has introduce these molded 1:8 Offroad Shock Bladders. The bladders are molded from high-quality material with the webbed design allowing the bladders to hold their shape in the most extreme conditions. This provides more consistent handling and helps improve the stability when landing large jumps. They can enhance the reliability and performance of your 1:8 offroad buggy and
truggy platforms by providing consistent shock response. Available in three hardness levels to suit for your driving style, track and conditions they are supplied as a pack of 12 bladders, 4 of each of the colour coded hardness options.
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New from accessories brand VP-Pro come these Shock Cap Protectors. Made from high-quality material with strong durability they are designed to better protect your shock cap. Easy to fit there are intended 1:8 offroad vehicles. Available in Black, they comes as a set of two pieces.
VP-Pro has introduced a new injection molded 1:8 offroad rear wing to its range. Made of high-quality material, making it lightweight yet durable, the new WN-015 wing is designed to generate higher cornering speeds while maintain stability. The side-dams are recessed for decal placement and increased rigidness. Released in black colour more colour options will be offered shortly including white, green, orange, pink, and yellow. Each wing comes with VP-Pro sticker included.
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VP-Pro has added this Wheeled Travel Bag to their range of RC related bags. With an extra-large capacity, a large zippered opening makes for easy and quick access. Perfect for travelling to races, the roller bag includes a trolley handle and a rugged offroad wheel-set. Two strong padded handle nylon carrying straps allow for easy, comfortable carrying. Made from a heavy-duty nylon material and measuring 83 x 40 x 40.5cm, it has a mesh zipper pocket inside and two external side bags to expand your packing space and stash setup sheets, tools or other accessories.
VP Pro is now offering their 1:8 Shock Boots in a range of vibrant colours. Intended to protect exposed shock absorber shafts against flying rocks, dirt, and mud, they can also enhance the scale appearance of your suspension. Made of high quality rubber material their flexible accordion style results in better durability and easier installation. Following the initial stealth black release, there are now more bright colours with fluorescent yellow, retro pink, forest green and vibrant orange. They are sold as a bag of 4pcs as front or rear boots.
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