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March 20, 2018

Roche Rapide P10 Evo 200mm pan car kit

Roche have released a first information of the forthcoming Rapide P10 Evo 1/10th 200mm pan car kit. The Evo variant will feature a new carbon fibre main chassis and rear lower pod plate as well as an updated chassis brace, front bumper motor mount and upper plate along a newly introduced aluminium front suspension mount plate and a redesigned floating servo mount plate. The kit, that will hit stores in April, is rounded out by a big bore DVS-W centre shock.

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]

March 20, 2018

Capricorn P12-C USA Version pan car kit

Capricorn is continuing to release special USA Version kits of their competition on-road vehicles with the latest being the P12-C USA Version 1/12th scale pan car. The inclusion of a stiffer aluminium chassis and rear lower pod plate over the standard carbon fibre items makes the car suitable for the high-bite track conditions as they are experienced in the US, as the stiffer chassis construction improves drivability and traction. Apart from the stiffer chassis and pod plate, the kits offer the same specifications as the standard “European” editions.

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March 19, 2018

Capricorn LAB C8SR 1/8th electric kit – Coming soon

Coming soon from Italian company Capricorn is the LAB C8SR 1/8th 4WD electric on-road kit. The manufacturer’s first 1/8th scale electric-powered pan car was developed for the new 1/8th stock class and it features rigid suspension components and a single speed transmission. The car is currently under development with more details being announced once things near completion but for now the kit seems to stand out for its very narrow chassis design and the in-line dual 2S shorty LiPo battery mount.

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March 16, 2018

Capricorn TE-03 USA version touring car kit

Capricorn have introduced their new TE-03 USA version electric touring car kit. Intended especially for racing in high to very high traction conditions, the kit comes including a stiffer aluminium chassis for improved stability, traction and drivability on US carpet.

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March 15, 2018

Xray teasing electric-powered RX8 1/8th EP kit

Xray’s own Martin Hudy has shared the image of a prototype RX8E 1/8th electric on-road car on social media. The car is based off of the nitro-propelled RX8 and seems to use a drop fit electric conversion consisting of an updated radio tray assembly that takes two 2S shorty LiPo batteries and the speed controller while the motor mount houses an 1/8th-class motor with incorporated fan mount. We bring you more information on the subject as it surfaces.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 15, 2018

Serpent Project 4X Evo 1/10th touring car kit

Following extensive testing and several teasers, Serpent have officially announced the release of their new Project 4X Evo 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. The car makes use of the proven 4X platform but features several updates and improvements to further improve durability, performance and ease of maintenance. On the chassis side of things the Evo variant comes with a vertical top deck for less tweak issues, the chassis received an update to make for better flex characteristics and the new motor mount offers improved flex control. The suspension compartment features bigger heave dampers that hold more oil and utilise larger springs while fixed length moulded pull rods make setup more precise and convenient. New to the Evo are also lower mounting positions foe the RRS links, updated front and rear brackets improve durability, a blade-less front spool makes for better performance as do improved centre shaft holders. Last but not least come an updated steering system for a more linear feel, as well as new front and rear bumpers for easier access and improved performance. The kit will hit stores by end of March.

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March 15, 2018

Shepherd Velox E8 4S 1/8th electric on-road kit

Shepherd have introduced the new Velox E8 4S 1/8th electric on-road kit. Based on the Velox E8 platform, the car was developed to meet the demand for a cost-efficient and high-performance electric car that complies with the regulations of the newly created EFRA 1/8th electric on-road class. The updated radio-plate now takes two shorty-LiPos as well as the speed controller. The batteries are centred in the middle of the vehicle allowing for optimal balance. By positioning them as far backward as possible the traction was improved significantly, which is required when using high-torque electric motors. The speed controller is mounted directly on the chassis for easy access and good cooling efficiency. The redesigned motor mount accommodates a variety of different 1/8 electric motors and a built-in carbon fibre fan mount allows the installation of a large 40mm fan. The symmetrical chassis plate is characterised by ventilation openings and supports the cooling of the electronic components. The kit will hit stores very soon.

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March 14, 2018

Yokomo YZ-2caL2 2WD high-grip spec buggy kit

Yokomo have introduced their new YZ-2caL2 2WD buggy kit that was designed especially for high-grip carpet and astroturf surfaces. The fully equipped kit uses the DNA of the successful YZ-2CA with subtle updates further increasing performance and durability on high to very high traction tracks. The kit will hit stores by end of March and will include parts such as front gullwing and rear S4 suspension arms, new 5.5mm HD ball ends, a aluminium centre link, alloy bellcranks, a 3-gear laydown gearbox with 3-pad slipper clutch, a high-capacity gear differential as well as a graphite battery plate and a new gearbox support. The kit is topped off by a JConcepts YZ-2 lightweight body shell and a LMR rear wing.

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