WRC Racing have announced the release of soft composite suspension arms for the STX range of touring cars. Of a softer material than the standard arms, they are ideal when running in low ambient temperatures or on very low to low bite tracks as they can improve overall traction available from the tyres. The arms come as separate front and rear items.
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WRC Racing have introduced a wide front lower arm for the F18 formula car. Designed to offer an increased track width the CNC-machined carbon fibre arm is best used with Volante tyres, giving proper overall width.
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WRC Racing have introduced a centre shock extension kit for the F18.2 formula car. Machined from aluminium and coming black anodised and including an additional pivot ball the extension allows to attach the shock to the upper servo plate, effectively lengthening the shock for better drivability over bumps and improved on-power traction especially in low-traction conditions. The set does not included the centre shock.
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Coming from WRC Racing is their new GTX.5 1/8th scale nitro on-road kit. Based on the proven GTX platform the car features some subtle updates such as lightweight front and rear 7075 aluminium wheel axles for reduced unsprung masses while the redesigned chassis allows for a lower fuel tank positioning. On the drivetrain side of things the new car rocks redesigned gears made of an improved plastic compound, a new clutch bell and updated rear driveshafts. The kit is rounded out by new front and rear shock absorbers.
Italian company WRC have introduced their new NTX.3 1/10th scale 200mm nitro touring car kit. The car only received some minor upgrades compared to the NTX 1.2, such as new shock absorbers, an upgraded clutch bell and a new plastic composite material for improved quality. Standard features include an aerodynamic ground effect front bumper and rear diffusor, symmetric suspension components for easier spare parts management, optional adjustable balance weights and an innovative magnetic brake return system. Te kit is rounded out by a floating radio plate system.
Italian company WRC Racing has introduced the new STX.6 1/10th 190mm electric touring car kit. Based on the proven STX platform the updated design will bring the centre of gravity closer to the ground as improved parts quality makes for easier building and maintenance while upping overall performance. New for the .6 kit are lower CG carbon fibre shock towers, a new low-profile steering servo mount and a highly adjustable quick change battery retaining system that does away with the need to use fibre-reinforced tape to secure the battery pack. The DRS system is now fixed at the centre of the chassis and the driveshaft blades are moulded from a new material for improved durability. The car offers the ability to use a traditional horizontally-mounted or vertical top decks and it is rounded out by updated lower suspension uniballs.
WRC Racing from Italy have introduced their new F18.2 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. Based on the F18 the car received some subtle updates such as a new servo saver, an updated servo plate, new lower A-arms and a redesigned carbon fibre main chassis. Other features include quick battery position adjustment with adjustable battery stops, allowing to run short pack in in-line or transversal position, the car utilises a new rear chassis system and the .2 kit also comes with a new ball differential and new rear axle, both being designed for easier maintenance, higher precision and greater durability thanks to higher-quality materials. The car is rounded by the possibility to use a longer centre shock absorber whose position is also adjustable.
WRC Racing have released first images of their new TX19 1/10th scale 4WD touring cat kit. Developed for as an intermediate level club racer the car utilises a carbon fibre main chassis with vertical top decl, highly adjustable suspension components as well as a front spool and rear gear diff setup. Other features include a rail-type steering, floating servo mount, front and rear sway bars as well as high-quality large volume shock absorbers. The kit will hit stores soon.
