JConcepts have announced that two of their most popular bodies now fit the new Kyosho Ultima SC truck. The Dare and Manta bodies have been turning heads at the race track while winning races around the world and now drivers piloting the Ultima SC can enjoy the same benefits, with the added luxury of these additional styling options.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Pro-Line are reporting that team driver Ty Tessmann spent some time between the Nitro Challenge and Silver State races to hang out in California with the Pro-Line team. While at the Pro-Line facility, Ty did a bit of tire testing and assisted in the development of a new Bull Dog buggy body which features the cab set more forward than normal (see photo). Initial testing at Revelation Raceway had Ty very happy with the projects performance and we can expect to see the team using this new shell at the Silver State race in Vegas this weekend.
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
New From East Coast Bodies are these new half-painted 1/8th scale buggy bodies that give you the style of a pro paint job with minimum effort. The color scheme shown is already painted on the bodies, so just spray on a single color of your choice and you’re done. These first three styles fit the Hot Bodies D8, Associated RC8 and the Tamiya 801 buggies.
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Team Associated have announced the release of a full range of SC18 painted replica bodies and decals. Full scale realism meets 1:18 scale fun, with all your favorites here like Lucas Oil, Pro Comp, KMC Wheels, Speed Technologies and AE Team. Bodies and decals are sold separately.
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
More new shells from Team Titan who have released two new 200mm gas on road shells with the introduction of the all new Blitz RS4 and ISF2.0. The EFRA Homologated (EFRA2036) RS4 is based on the company’s Mini RS4 shell and is designed to be very well balanced, easy to drive and with good steering. The supplied adjustable wing has 2 cut lines, the larger giving more down force which makes for a very stable car but a little less steering, while the smaller wing is recommended for pro drivers. The ISF2.0 features more downforce than its predecessor, meaning more steering and stability, while thanks to its low profile hood and roof it has less drag for better top speeds. Because most 1/10 touring cars need to open the front side window for more cooling and fueling, a specially designed windscreen and roof shape will eliminate turbulence caused by this open side window. EFRA homologated with number EFRA 2037.
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Team Titan have released their Blitz BuggyRC8 body shell, designed for the Associated RC8B 1/8th scale buggy. The new design features a low profile edge and side wing design to give more down force for the chassis. Made with 1.5mm thick polycarbonate with protect film for painting, it is supplied with window mask and decals.
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For the ultimate in form and function, JConcepts introduces the Hi-Flow body for the Kyosho ZX5-FS 4wd off-road buggy. The Illuzion Hi-Flow styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical edge styling details for additional style and performance. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionised cab and side pod impressions combined with a durable flowing design are just a few of the features of the new Hi-Flow. Made from clear heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate with protective film the body includes two 6.5″ wide high down force V-wings, window masks and detailed Illuzion decal sheet.
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Seen at the toy fair last week, Xceed’s new 1/10 scale Chevy Cruser body is a high performance 1/10 scale 200mm body. Made from high quality lexan and supplied with a special shaped rear wing it is very stable, also under braking, and provides lots of steering and excellent top-speed handling. Designed in Italy for Xceed in co-operation with top level drivers, it includes grill, lights and masking decals. Expect it to hit the market in March.
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