Xray have released this strategically-lightened locating collar made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, which replaces the composite collar used on the front middle shaft or 2-speed shaft on the NT1. The result is that the rotating mass is reduced without sacrificing strength or durability.
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Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on. This weeks round up includes the following stories.
– XB808 & XT8 Win Australian 2010 MORCC R1
– XB808 Wins 2010 Portuguese Open R1
– T3 Wins 2010 Norwegian Championship
– T3 Double Podium Finish at DRCMU R3
– XB808 Wins Action Park Winter Series
– NT1 Dominates Today’s Market Race 2010
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Xray have introduced their new line of narrow pinions, manufactured on a specially-modified precision gear machine which has ultra-precise tolerances and assures unparalleled concentricity. After machining, the edges of pinions are chamfered and then the pinions are run in and then specially treated to give them an even hardcoating so they stay absolutely true for a long time. The pinions run great with any spur gears, and work perfectly with Xray spur gears where even throttle on/off noise nearly disappears. These new 40T, 42T, 44T, 46T, 48T and 50T 64-pitch narrow high-performance pinion gears are manufactured from special lightweight aircraft duraluminium are 1.5mm thinner and 25% lighter than the regular-size pinion gears.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
We just reported on him winning the season opener in Portugal, but now Xray have confirmed that young Portugese driver Carlos Durães has joined their team. The Portuguese Cup champion and Junior National Champion had the following to say about his new deal:
I’m glad and honoured that I can be part of such a team like Xray, team that is composed with great drivers, persons and of course Juraj and Martin Hudy themselves near the team in the races. Xray is one of the best or the best R/C model products available today, with great performance, design, reliability and of course the Xray known quality. Since the first day of testing the XB808 2010 version, I felt quicker, better and confident, the car is amazing and I’m really happy with it. It jumps like none other and it flies within the track.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Xray have announced the signing of front running Swiss driver Philipp Hagnauer to their National team. Philipp will be racing the Swiss Championship in the open stock class as well as the TCM 2010 with the new T3 chassis and he had the following to say about his new deal:
I consider myself very lucky to be a member of the Swiss Team Xray. The quality and performance of the new T3 is awesome. There is also a large comunity for sharing set-ups and impressions which simplifies setting up the car. Also the support from Xray and Hudy is unique and I will do my best for them in the 2010 season.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The 39th installment in the Xray column from Xray owner and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column the company outlines its race plans for the new season, showing which events you can expect to meet the factory team at throughout 2010.
Besides the daily tasks with R&D, leading the factory and the staff, there are the racing and testing activities which take up the majority of my time. As such, the 2010 racing schedule is the one I have the biggest respect for. The preliminary race calendar – which will most certainly change with many more races added – is absolutely the most crowded schedule I have ever experienced. It seems that I will be out of the office on the races or practices for more than half of the year!
Read the full column here.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Having already published the press releases of the company’s new products we all know what to expect on the Xray stand this year. We asked further regarding the 808E brushless 1/8th scale and were told that they are still currently testing configurations of the layout of the electrics in the car. As you can see in the photos, there is a version that has the receiver mounted forward together with a stand up steering servo, but they are also trying a version with a lay down steering servo and receiver mounted in the center. The weight balance is so critical with the brushless cars and this is something Xray have spent a lot of time trying to get right in order for it to fly straight and even. The 808E also has its own specific chassis plate which sees all the gas related mounting holes removed. Finally the car will not use a mechanical brake but will plan on offering a slipper diff as an option in the future.
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Xray presents the all-new 808E – the electric powered version of the ultra-successful 808. Designed for professional racers, the 808E features ultra-high performance parts, finest quality materials, unmatched precision in manufacturing and backed up with legendary Xray support and service. The 808E is a professional race car delivered in a kit version to allow you your own choice of electronics. Supported by Xray dedication, passion and heritage of performance, the 808E is ready to take you to the winning circle.
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