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December 23, 2016

Agama A215SV 1/8th nitro buggy – Coming soon

Agama have released first details of the forthcoming A215SV 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. Taking the attributes of the A215 platform the SV version will feature a redesigned front end with C-Hub front steering geometry to make the car even easier to drive whilst providing more steering lock. The car will also utilise a new weight distribution and all details should become available in time for the release which is scheduled for early January.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

December 20, 2016

SWorkz S35-3 1/8th Buggy – Teaser

SWorkz have released a new teaser image and more information on their forthcoming S35-3 1/8th nitro buggy. The kit will feature new-style front upper arms with carbon fibre covers that reduce dirt build-up but also allow for stiffness adjustments to adjust the overall suspension behaviour on different track conditions. The buggy will also come with an “unique front shock tower” and also a new steering Ackermann geometry for optimised corner characteristics. The kit is set for a release in early 2017 and we bring you more information as they surface.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

December 19, 2016

Shepherd Velox V8 WC Limited Kurzbuch Edition

Shepherd have revealed details on the Velox V8 WC Limited Kurzbuch Edition 1/8th scale nitro on-road kit. Issued to celebrate Simon’s 2015 World Championship title and five ENS wins in a row, the kit is a full replica of Simon’s car with option parts such as hard plastic suspension parts, a low friction pulley set, aluminium wheel axles, titanium pivot balls and screws, brass weights and battery plate, as well as the “team edition” reverse clutch, carbon bumper stiffener, and aluminium bearing inserts beside others. The car is limited to 100 kits and each one features laser engravings of Simon’s signature as well as the serial number. The kit with the number 001/100 already went up for auction for a good cause with the benefits being donated to the German Childhood Cancer Foundation in Heidelberg.

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December 19, 2016

Tekno EB48.4 1/8th E-buggy kit

Tekno RC have announced the soon release of the EB48.4 1/8th electric buggy kit. The kit features a number of refinements such as an updated 7075 chassis with improved wear characteristics. Also new to the .4 is a revised steering geometry with a new Ackermann plate, updated ballcranks and redesigned, bearing-supported spindles and spindle carriers as well as double-nutted outer hinge pins. The damper geometry remains the same on the .4 compared to the .3 but the new front end is finished off by new A and B blocks with 2.5mm hex cap screw for easier diff access.

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December 16, 2016

MCD RR5 & W5 Ultimate large scale off-road kits

Turkish large scale specialists MCD have introduced the Ultimate versions of the RR5 CF and W5 Max. Both include a huge amount of aluminium option parts to maximise the vehicle’s performance and durability with the parts being machined from high-quality 7075 billet alloy and they sport MCD’s signature gun metal colour with laser-engraved markings. Both kits use a sturdy 4WD drivetrain with three adaptive lock differentials and the RR5 comes with the recently introduced chassis extension that extends the wheelbase by 50mm. Other features include quick access differentials, dual ball-raced Ackermann steering plates, quick release engine mounts, alloy A-arms, steering knuckles and hubs with the latter allowing for caster and outboard toe adjustments respectively. Also included are 3-ball driveshafts, shock absorbers with internal high-pressure cell system and the kits also utilise alloy chassis braces, central brakes, and Barracuda 1-piece tuned pipes.

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December 16, 2016

Maverick Strada MT RTR 1/10th RTR monster truck

German Maverick distributors LRP have introduced the Strada MT 1/10th electric monster truck. The vehicle is equipped with eight massive oil-filled shock absorbers while the 4WD drivetrain and the large diameter multi-surface tyres make for traction on every surface. The factory-assembled truck is powered by a 540-size brushed motor and it comes including a strong steering servo, waterproof brushed controller and a 2.4GHz radio system with failsafe feature. The package is rounded out by a pre-painted truck bodyshell.

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December 15, 2016

Shepherd Velox V10 WC 200mm nitro touring car kit

Based on the successful Velox V10 Pro platform German company Shepherd have now released the Velox V10 WC. The kit includes nearly all of the new parts that were already successfully used at the World Championship in Gubbio with Simon Kurzbuch making the most out of them claiming the second spot after qualifying and the third place overall while scoring the fastest lap of the main final. A new chassis plate as well as a new radio plate with an eccentric insert allows to mount the servo saver in two different position doubling the possible Ackermann settings. Furthermore the radio plate features two different steering servo mount positions giving additional options for the weight distribution.

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December 15, 2016

Kawada M300 FX4 US Spec 1/12th pan car kit

Japanese company Kawada have introduced the M300 FX4 US Spec 1/12th scale pan car kit. Based off of the FX3 the latest variant features a noticeable amount of changes and updates such as the new rear power pod with newly designed 6mm alloy motor and side plate that now allow rear axle height adjustments using shims rather than the conventional inserts. The motor pod is also of a low profile design, scrubbing about 3mm of height compared to the previous version.

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