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September 15, 2026

Xray XB2’26 1.2mm Narrow End Hudy Spring Steel Chassis

Xray has introduced for their XB2’26 2WD Buggy this new steel chassis featuring a revised rear profile. The revision provides additional clearance and compatibility with different rear suspension holder configurations. The optimised rear shape maintains the original chassis characteristics while the narrower design increases installation flexibility for various suspension holder setups. Special 1.2mm thick steel chassis made from Hudy Spring Steel material, with unique handling characteristics and outstanding durability. Suitable for medium to high traction tracks. The increased weight makes for an ultra-low CG, which improves stability and consistency in all conditions. Traction rolling tendencies will be significantly decreased.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 10, 2026

Xray GTXE Stiff Carbon Center Top Deck

Xray has a new optional Stiff Carbon Center Top Deck intended for its GTXE 1:8 Electric GT car in flat chassis configuration. Wider than the kit top deck it reduces chassis flex for more precise handling & increased corner speed in high-traction conditions. Recommended for medium to high-traction tracks, the stiffer carbon construction generates a more direct driving feel, improved steering precision & increased chassis stability during high-speed cornering.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 28, 2026

Xray X1 High-Downforce Rear Wing

Xray has added the option of this new High-Downforce Rear Wing for their X1 1:10 Formula chassis. It is designed to generate maximum downforce, it helps improves both stability and traction providing reliable performance for the 2WD car. ETS approved, the wing is offered in a black plastic finish.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 25, 2026

Chinese Champion Fong joins Xray

Newly crowned 2026 Chinese Touring Car National Champion Kenrick Fong has joined Team Xray. The international racer who has travelled to European this year to race in the ETS and is a TITC Open Brushless and eSIC (Electric Singapore International Challenge) finalist, joins the Slovakian manufacturer having previously represented Mugen Seiki. On the announcement the Hong Kong based driver posted, ‘Thrilled to officially join Team Xray! Huge thanks to Martin and Nic for giving me this amazing opportunity — I truly appreciate your trust. I’ll give my very best and push hard for success. The journey starts now… let’s go!’

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 24, 2026

Kuenning wins 1:8 Open at Great Lakes Challenge

The 26th anniversary of the annual Great Lakes Challenge nitro onroad race took place at the TSRCAR track in Lebanon Ohio, where it was Xray’s Max Kuenning who took the win in 1:8 Open. In qualifying Kuenning would do a TQ double at the iconic US race, securing pole in both 1:8 and 1:10 Nitro Touring Car after 5 rounds of qualifying. With the event attracting just shy of 100 entries, in 1:8 Ron Atomic and David Dunn completed the Top 3 with Dunn claiming P2 in Sedan ahead of Chris Tossolini. In Sedan Kuenning’s race would last only 4-minutes allowing Dunn who took an early lead from the Top Qualifier to cruise to victory in the 40-minute final. Scott Fisher and Chris Doseck completed the podium. In 1:8 Open, the concluding race of the 2026 Great Lakes Challenge, Kuenning would have an early battle with Tossolini before the latter retired at the 16-minute mark. Holding on to his lead, the former ROAR National Champion would take the win from the Mugen Seiki of Sal Difazio and Infinity of Scotty Ernst. In 1:8 Nitro GT Claude Netune Jr. took his Serpent to the win.

Image: Max Kuenning [Facebook]

August 21, 2026

Xray XT2’27 1:10 2WD Stadium Truck

Xray has released its latest 1:10 2WD Stadium Truck, the XT2’27. Based on an all-new 2.5mm chassis with optimized flex engineered for maximum traction & control, a widened rear chassis section increases stability. The trucks all-new Flat Chassis Brace provides tunable flex control with the redesigned RF (C) suspension holder integrating with Flat Chassis Brace. The 3G gearbox has also been updated for the lower chassis brace. A lowered motor mount reduces CG and new lighter differential outdrives reduce rotational mass for faster acceleration, sharper braking, and improved drivetrain efficiency. Other updates include all-new front & rear carbon shock towers with lower mounting geometry as well as longer side guards which extend flex control & add new fan mount position. A new low-profile body for lower CG completes the package.

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August 20, 2026

Hudy 1:10 Formula Front Wing

Hudy has released this new Front Wing for 1:10 formula that they say is designed to provide outstanding steering response and excellent stability across a wide range of track conditions. Designed with Ehrbar Engineering for both asphalt and carpet tracks, the wing provides consistent and predictable handling from very low to very high traction conditions, making it an excellent all-round choice for Formula racing. The lightweight design is manufactured from high-grade composite material, combining low weight with excellent strength and durability. Available in white & black colour, the wing fits most standard 1:10 Formula cars but must be used together with Hudy’s 293700-K 1:10 Formula Front Nose.

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August 18, 2026

Xray GTX 1 Dot 3mm Carbon Steering Block Plates

Having updated their 1:8 GT platform in May for the first time since the 2024 model, Xray has added this 1 Dot 3mm Carbon Steering Block Plate as a tuning option for the GTX. The revised ackermann geometry allows maximum steering angle and is designed to increase steering angle of the outside wheel, generating increased overall steering. The more linear steering characteristic provides more aggressive steering and improved front-end response.

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