Bittydesign distributor Ansmann Racing release first information on the Force body shell for the Mugen MBX6. Featuring a cab forward design the body was used by 2011 European Champion Robert Battle at the recent 1/8 scale off-road European championships in Sand/Germany. The body gives the buggy more steering due to its cab design, provides better airflow around the engine, is made from 1.0mm Polycarbonate and available soon.
Source: Ansmann Racing [ar-rc.com]
Seen for the first time at the recent IFMAR electric off-road World Championships in Finland JConcepts now release the Finnisher body shell for Team Associated B4.1 buggies with +8mm long-wheelbase conversions as well as the Hi-Clearance 6.5″ rear wing. An increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps. Forward cab placement changes performance/visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralise the at-speed handling. The chassis to body fit has been tightened up which eliminates empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The rear of the cab has a new step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also a louver which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. Included are two of the latest 6.5″ wide Hi-Clearance rear wings.
JConcepts now offer the Illuzion +8mm Punisher body shell for modified Team Associated B4.1 buggies. The body is a drop fit for a popular and World Championship winning modification to the length to the Associated B4.1 buggy offering a slight cab-forward design among other features to give additional down-force to the side-pods and windshield which increases drivability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/10th buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased air flow, escape and body placement. Included are two 6.5″ wide high downforce V-wings, window mask and decal sheet. Please note: The complex modification of an extended chassis should be performed by an expert and at the risk of the chassis owner. JConcepts is simply offering a body for the popular and race winning modification that drivers are asking for.
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As seen on the Cobra-E prototype being tested by Billy Easton last weekend, Serpent have released the new lower rear wing for use on the entire range of 811 cars, buggy, truggy and e-buggy. Made from a very durable material, the lower type design still has lots of downforce and will be available in black or white.
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Bittydesign are pleased to announce the Force cabforward body shell for the Losi 8ight buggy. Designed with the help of TLR team driver Riccardo Rabitti the new body helps to cure the buggy’s corner-entry understeer characteristics and also provides a more aggressive off-power steering. The body was tested for the first time two weeks ago at the 3rd round of the Italian national championships by several TLR drivers with positive results on European style tracks. The body also features a special cab design that allows for an additional venting hole to help with engine cooling in very hot racing conditions. The body will be available mid July and is sold with window masks, decal sheet and overspray film.
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Pro-Line introduce the 2012 Ford Focus ST clear body for the Traxxas 1/16 rally chassis. Every detail was scaled down to give you the best looking rally car ever made. Whether you’re cruising down the street or tearing up the dirt your car will stand out from the crowd of stock bodies. Paint the body using your own custom paint scheme or use the colours of your favourite rally racer and pitch it sideways full throttle. Included are window masks and a sticker sheet including grille, lights and details.
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Robitronic release body hole patches to strengthen weak body post drilling holes or to correct slightly misaligned break throughs. Made from transparent 0.7mm thick material and coming in a set of four adhesive Lexan patches with 5mm hole diameter and 6mm hole diameter.
Source: Robitonic [robitronic.com]
The JConcepts Illuzion hi-flow body shell for Team Durango’s DNX408 is a drop-fit and incorporates race-inspired aggressive styling, a forward placement/centre raked cab and rear escape combined with a hard-edged flowing design of the side pod scoops. The body comes clear made from heavy-duty polycarbonate with protective overspray film, window masks and Illuzion decal sheet.
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