Tamiya have introduced the follow up to their F104 Pro chassis, which was first introduced in 2009, the Pro II. Receiving refinements to enhance your R/C formula racing fun, the Pro II pairs the lightweight and streamlined direct drive F104 chassis with a new lower deck, and upgrade parts, giving a sharp and responsive driving feel. Furthermore, it includes an all-new original body design based on 2017 F1 car bodywork and wing dimensions.
Newly announced from Tamiya is the Blue Metallic Limited-Edition Neo Scorcher. Mounted on to the TT-02B chassis, TT-02B the Buggy version, it uses the TT-02 on-road version as its base, adding longer suspension arms, CVA shock units and buggy bumpers to give it great off-road performance. Of course, it retains the TT-02’s excellent drivability and ease of assembly and maintenance, while motor cooling ducts and receiver case add to the model’s durability. It also includes a large wing to go with the futuristic-designed tough body, plus stickers based on the original Terra Scorcher’s livery design.
Following earlier teasers, Kyosho have finally introduced the new Outlaw Rampage Desert Racing Truck. Bringing a new dimension to R/C cars which incorporates real truck components in a 2WD scale truck. With a new chassis designed from the ground up, the underbody features double wishbone suspension on the front with a link system suspension on the rear in combination with the long stroke of high volume aerating oil shocks to deliver a standard of performance worthy of a 2WD trophy truck. Heavy-duty drive system realises high durability and reliability and is designed to handle high loads with its 32-pitch counter gear and diff gear with slipper clutch to manage sudden load changes from landings etc. With a power centre combination consisting of the newly developed ‘G15’ brushed motor and large capacity Vortex WP Brush ESC 45A, the dynamic performance of the Outlaw Rampage is matched by its stunning 1970-80’s trophy truck style with pre-cut and painted body with decals applied.
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Yokomo have announced the upcoming release of the YR-X12A 1/12th scale pan car with an aluminium chassis. Based on the car that dominated the podium at the recent Japanese modified nationals, with Yokomo ace driver Ebukuro Toto taking the TQ and win, this car also comes with an aluminium lower brace for lowered centre of gravity, which together helps increase cornering speed as well as preventing the car from traction rolling. This new version is aimed specifically at high traction surfaces.
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Serpent have officially unveiled their all-new Viper 988 1/8th nitro on-road car. The latest evolution step of the world championship winning Viper platform was first seen at the Ettlingen round of the 2017 ENS, and it is based on a redesigned flex control chassis made of 7075-T6 aluminium that allows to use a weight balance system and carbon fibre flex brace. A flow-type aero-style bumper with separate inserts will control overall steering and grip while newly-designed front and rear multi-piece suspension arms allow to adjust the overall flex of the wishbones using composite or optional carbon fibre inserts. In addition, hard arms are also available if more strength and even less flex is needed.
Following a couple of teaser SWorkz have now officially introduced the S35-T 1/8th nitro truggy kit. Based off of the S35-3 nitro buggy the truck kit comes with a range of option parts already included in the kit with the truck featuring a newly designed Ackermann steering system and a quick-tune front shock tower for swift and easy shock angle changes. Also included is the lightweight plastic BBD differential system for improved acceleration while the new radio tray system makes for a more precise throttle and brake response.
Xray have released a first teaser image of the forthcoming XB2 2018 1/10th 2WD buggy kit. As usual no official details are available yet apart from the image, but we expect all details and images to surface very shortly.
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Following month of development and the release of several teaser images, Xpress have now officially announced the release of the Execute XQ1 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. The car is based on a carbon fibre double deck chassis assembly and features new design 1-piece lower front and rear bulkheads as well as 1-piece bulkhead covers to do away with tweak issues associated with multi-piece designs. Machined slots in the chassis and shock towers ensure perfect alignment and the 2-tone colour finish of the parts let the car stand out. Other features include bearing-supported anti-roll bars for smooth operation, low-profile shock absorbers and shock towers for a low centre of gravity and marked spring pre-load nuts ensure swift and easy ride height adjustment. The kit is rounded out by aluminium suspension mounts with composite inserts for convenient suspension geometry changes.
