Xray has released new authentic option parts for it Xray XB2 & XT2 2WD Offroad platforms in the form of an Aluminium Steering Arm & Plate for use the 1-Piece Chassis. Made from Swiss 7075 T6 Aluminium, the steering system improves precision and steering feel. There is also increased clearance around the system for easier maintenance & set-up adjustments.
Following the release of the 2024 model of the XB8 1:8 Nitro Buggy last week, Xray now presents the electric version of it’s popular platform. Like the nitro version, the XB8E gets an all-new shorter chassis with specially milled flex areas significantly improving traction on all surfaces. It also gets all the other design improvements of its noisier version while on the specific electric side remains unchanged from the previous model.
View the full XB8E’24 presentation here
Xray has released two optional Aluminium Front Lower Arm Mounts for its XB2 1:10 Buggy. CNC-machined from high-quality Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, the 0° front lower arm mount makes the car more stable and increases on-power steering. The mount has an integrated 0° kick-up angle and optional weight can be added to increase the weight of arm holder. The +3°/-3 allows the kick-up to be increased or decreased. As well as the XB2, the mounts fit the XT2 and SCX kits.
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Xray has released a new ultra-lightweight body shell for its XB2 1:10 2WD Offroad Buggy, the Delta 2D Light. The Delta Dirt version of the new XB2 body is designed for higher traction conditions with a profile that improves the stability and corner speed without rolling too much. The ultra-lightweight version of the Delta body is produced from thinner Lexan material for reduced weight which helps to improve stability in fast corners, chicanes and helps with rotation in tight corners.
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Xray has released its latest 1:8 Nitro Buggy with the 2024 iteration of its popular XB8 platform. The Slovakian manufacturer introduced the first XB8 in 2004, and two decades later the main new feature of the buggy is an all-new shorter chassis with specially milled flex areas significantly improves traction on all surfaces. The chassis is an important component that affects the XB8’s handling characteristics. The chassis’ dimensions and flex characteristics are selected for the best blend of stability, traction, and steering. It also fits both Soft and Hard composite radio boxes without chassis modification for additional flex tuning choices. The chassis is CNC-machined from high-quality 3mm Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium. This is strategically machined in low-stress areas and then anodised to make it as light as possible without affecting strength or rigidity. Also new is the Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium rear shock tower which increases stability on all surfaces while improving strength & reliability. The front & rear shock towers are CNC-machined from 4mm aluminium and feature an additional row of shock absorber positions for super fine shock angle adjustments. The lower row creates less chassis roll for higher corner speed, while the upper row increases roll to help generate additional traction when needed.
View the full XB8’24 presentation here
Xray has release a set of Low Friction Composite Belt Pulley Set for its RX8 1:8 Onroad chassis. The molded composite pulley covers and collars are made from specially-formulated graphite composite mixture for increased strength and lower weight. Available as set or individually, they offer a balance between reliability and performance.
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Xray has released graphite extensions for the steering blocks of its XB2 1:10 Offroad platforms. Offered as a 1-dot or a 3-dot options, the 1-dot extension turns the outside wheels more making the car more aggressive and increasing overall steering. The 3-dot extension, marked with three dots for easy identification, turns the outside wheels less making the car less aggressive. The extensions work on either the left or right side blocks and allow for easy Ackermann position adjustment for fine-tuning on all surfaces and track conditions.
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Bruno Coelho has taken a record equalling fourth TITC win but his victory at the 20th edition of the race is set to be remembered for incidents rather than the result equalling record achieved in Bangkok. Having qualified second behind Top Qualifier Ronald Volker, the Xray driver would make contact with his Mugen Seiki rival in the opening two A-Mains resulting in a wide open race going into A3. This time however Volker would spin on his own early on allowing Coelho to take the leg ahead of team-mate Alexander Hagberg, winner of A2. Giving Xray an overall 1-2 in the legendary touring car race, it also sees Coelho join Atsushi Hara as the races most winning driver. The benefactor of the Top 2 qualifiers’ clash in A1 but retiring from A2, Marc Rheinard would complete the podium at RC Addict for Awesomatix with a P3 in the final encounter ahead of Volker. For Volker, the high of taking the TQ honours after his B-Main appearance last year was overshadowed by the disappointment of being classified 6th overall. As a race that has become the most significant in the World for touring car racing & its manufacturers, and which is on par if not exceeding the dept of competitiveness of the World Championship, going forward it might be time for ‘the World’s biggest local race’ to consider appointing a referee to ensure the amazing atmosphere that surrounds the TITC is not overshadowed by incidents on track.
