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October 27, 2017

Traxxas TRX-4 Tactical Unit RTR truck

Based off of the Traxxas TRX-4 1/10th 4WD trail truck chassis comes the new Tactical Unit, a rapid-response vehicle designed to charge into practically any situation, emerging unscathed and ready for the next adventure. From broken concrete and back-alley climbing, to mud, rocks, and streams, the all-terrain vehicle conquers it all as it shares the innovative features and capability of the TRX-4 scale and trail crawler, but includes a rugged, lightweight tactical body for increased agility. Included in the package are the pre-painted ProGraphix Night Camo body, a waterproof XL-5 HV speed controller, metal gear steering servo, and a TQi 2.4GHZ radio system.

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October 26, 2017

Tamiya M-05 NSU TT Jägermeister – Coming soon

Coming soon from Tamiya is the M-05 chassis kit with NSU TT Jägermeister body shell. No further information is available when it comes to chassis features and specifications but as usual for most modellers the highly detailed body is the most important item in the kit with the NSU TT being an iconic German 1960/70’s race car whose replica body will feature plastic mirrors and a detailed decal sheet.

Source: Tamiya Blog [tamiyablog.com]

October 25, 2017

Capricorn C803 EP Pro 1/8th electric on-road kit

Hot on the heels of Capricorn’s C803 EP 1/8th electric on-road kit comes the C803 EP Pro. Sharing the same main specifications and features, the Pro version differs in a way that it comes with a 2-speed gearbox, similar to the one used on the nitro-powered car. In addition the Pro variant also features mechanical brakes to ensure precise stopping power.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

October 25, 2017

Yokomo DB8-2018 aluminium chassis kit

Coming very soon from Yokomo is the BD8-2018 touring car kit in an aluminium chassis version. Offering the same features as the recently introduced carbon fibre chassis’d BD8-2018, the alloy kit includes a 2.0mm aluminium chassis over the carbon fibre part, making the car ideal for all high-traction surfaces. With the use of the aluminium chassis also the overall centre of gravity is slightly lowered and at the same time, the heat dissipation from the motor is greatly improved as the main plate can act as a heatsink. This is especially handy when running stock motors in high ambient temperatures. The first batch will include Yokomo’s Rear Toe Control system RTC for free and shipping of the kits is expected for end of October.

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October 24, 2017

Xray X1 2018 1/10th Formula car kit

Xray have introduced the 2018 variant of their EFRA European Championship and ETS winning X1 formula car kit. The vehicle is based on the 2017 variant and features some subtle updates compared to the previous car. First up and most visible is an all-new chassis design with the ’18 main plate being 24mm narrower compared to the ’17 car in order to eliminate chassis scrub in high speed corners and when running on high-bite surfaces.

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October 24, 2017

Exotek XT6 T5M/B6 truck conversion kit

Coming from Exotek is the XT6 1/10th 2WD stadium truck conversion kit for the Team Associated T5M and B6 kits. The kit is an essential laydown type chassis conversion and it features a specially designed 7075 alloy +6mm chassis that will help update the ageing T5M to the laydown type platform that is needed for today’s high grip tracks. The design allows the use of the newest B6 components such as the gearbox, battery layout, rear bulkheads, front bulkheads and steering, which then uses the T5M suspension components and body. The conversion includes heavy duty USA made 5mm carbon fibre front and rear shock towers that matches the stock T5M geometry and also included are front and rear T5M body mount adapters along with a detailed instruction sheet. Required for the conversion are a donor T5M and B6 kit or new parts including bulkheads, steering, gearbox and suspension.

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October 24, 2017

IGT8 GTe 1/8th electric GT kit

Coming from IGT8 is the GTe 1/8th electric GT chassis kit. Based on the successful IGT8 GT 2017 platform, the electric car has an optimised battery, motor and ESC layout to improve handling and corner speed. The car features a sturdy aluminium chassis, front and rear aluminium chassis braces, lightweight carbon fibre shock towers and centre bulkhead plate, as well as a sliding motor mount, a spacious composite battery compartment with hook & loop straps and also a large front bumper with carbon fibre body post brace. The kit accepts popular 1/8th GT bodies and it is available now.

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October 23, 2017

Capricorn C803 EP 1/8th electric on-road kit

Capricorn from Italy have announced the soon release of the C803 EP 1/8th electric on-road kit. Based on the C803 nitro car with whom it shares all suspension parts and geometry, the electric-powered kit was developed for the use with dual 2S shorty-style LiPo batteries. The car will become available as kit only and without electronics from end of October.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]