April 27, 2017

Xpress tease Execute XQ1 touring car

Xpress have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming all-new 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. An iconic brand back in the 1990’s and 2000’s, Xpress have recently made the step back into the market with a range of M-sized cars and are now on the verge of presenting their first competition kit in years. The teaser gives a first taste of what to expect with the company seemingly having taken a somewhat different design approach on details such as the bulkheads, anti-roll bar and suspension mounts. As all parts look pretty much production ready so we expect the kit to hit the market shortly.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

April 27, 2017

Losi 8ight-E RTR 1/8th 4WD buggy

Losi have introduced their new entry-level 8ight-E RTR 1/8th scale E-buggy. Based off of the successful 8ight-E platform the vehicle uses a 4mm 6061 aluminium chassis, a tough 4WD drivetrain with three fluid-filled metal gear differentials, its durable suspension components are equipped with fixed suspension links and the buggy is powered by a 4S LiPo-compatible 130A Dynamite power system and a 2500kv brushless motor. Also part of the package are a Spektrum DX2E transmitter, a waterproof 9kg-cm steering servo and it comes with a pre-painted and pre-decorated 4.0 cab forward body shell. From stock the buggy is also equipped with front and rear swaybars and it is upgradable using select TLR option parts. The RTR kit will hit stores in late May.

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April 26, 2017

IGT8 2017 1/8th nitro GT car kit

IGT8 have announce the release of the 2017 version of their high-performance IFMAR spec 1/8th nitro GT chassis. Updates include an optimised suspension geometry for less roll and more traction, harder suspension arms for less flex and increased response as well as a lighter and smaller transmission with 0.8 pitch. Also included in the kit are a lightweight high performance clutch bell for better acceleration and all features that were previously part of the IGT8 Red. The new car, a successor of the proven and aforementioned IGT8 Red, is expected to hit the market in May 2017.

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April 24, 2017

Tamyia M-07 Concept – Teaser image

Tamiya recently released information on their forthcoming all-new M-07 Concept M-chassis kit and now a first rendering of the chassis became available. The car will adapt the chassis frame design introduced with the TA-07 Pro touring car for an easier to work on platform while long front and rear suspension arms improve overall performance. A gear differential in combination with universal driveshafts and ball bearings make for an efficient and durable drivetrain and the car usable with standard and shorty LiPo batteries without any modification. The kit is set for a release at the end of June.

Image: RC Monkey [rcmonkey.jp]

April 21, 2017

Team C TC02CST 1/10th mid motor racing truck

Team C Racing have released first information on their forthcoming TC02CST 1/10th 2WD mid motor racing truck kit. Based off of the TC02C platform, the truck will come with 12mm big bore shock absorbers, a CNC-machined lightweight motor plate and it seems to utilise a composite tub chassis. More information will become available in time for the release.

Source: Team C Racing [teamcracing.net]

April 20, 2017

Losi Mini 8ight DB 1/14 4WD RTR buggy

Losi have introduced their new Mini 8ight DB 1/14th scale 4WD RTR buggy. Based off of the iconic Mini 8ight, the vehicle utilises a shaft-driven 4WD chassis with alloy main plate, metal gear differentials, full ball bearings and 48 pitch gears. A realistic bodyshell and grippy all-terrain tyres on multi-spoke rims as well as a large rear wing make the buggy stand out while granting mud-shredding performance. The vehicle is powered by a Dynamite 3800kv brushless power system that is good for speeds of over 45km/h with an optional 3S LiPo battery. Also included in the package are a Spektrum STX2 transmitter and a SRX200 2-channel waterproof receiver. The Mini 8ight DB comes in two bodyshell colour variants and it will hit stores in early June.

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April 19, 2017

Mugen MTC1 1/10th electric touring car – Teaser

Mugen Seiki have released a first teaser of their forthcoming MTC1 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. No information are given yet on the company’s first try in this ultra-competitive class, but by the looks of things the kit will utilise at least a new suspension design with the upper arms being made up using moulded composite parts rather than turnbuckles which could be a hint towards a pivot ball suspension over the conventional C-hub design. We bring you more information on the project as soon as they become available.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]

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