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December 6, 2016

Tamiya M-05 Mazda2 Demio M-chassis kit

The latest addition to Tamiya’s M-chassis range is the M-05-based Mazda2 Demio. Resembling Japan’s car of the year 2014/15 the kit utilises a front-driven M-05 chassis and it includes the highly detailed 4th generation Mazda2 Demio bodyshell. A comprehensive decal sheet including grille, head and tail lights as well as window details is also included as are replica wheels and high-grip treated tyres. The kit will become available in Spring 2017.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

December 6, 2016

Team Magic B8ER ARR 1/8th electric buggy kit

Team Magic have introduced the new B8ER ARR 1/8th E-buggy kit. The intermediate-level buggy comes as pre-assembled “roller” without electronics, motor or RC equipment but with a pre-painted bodyshell and HRC BullDog tyres. Other features include aluminium parts such as the main chassis plate, shock towers and steering plate as well as alloy chassis stiffeners, motor mount and shock absorbers. The suspension geometry is widely adjustable and the kit also sports CVD-type driveshafts, three gear differentials and sealed ball bearings.

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December 3, 2016

Murfdogg Demon X spring car kit

Murfdogg have released their new Demon X spring car kit. Based on the company’s successful Demon gearbox platform, the new kit represents the next step in high-bite foam tyre sprint car racing. The car features a 2.5mm carbon fibre, engineered flex, dedicated direct-drive chassis that makes for optimised performance in high-traction wet clay, asphalt, and carpet track conditions. Murfdogg’s most complete sprint car offering to date, the Demon X includes a wide cage with newly designed machined side panels, hood, tail tank, lightweight 6×6″ wing and a “pretzel” front bumper system. The kit is available now.

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December 3, 2016

Team Associated SC28 Lucas Oil ready-to-run truck

Coming from Team Associated’s Qualifier Series of RTR vehicles is the SC28 Lucas Oil ready-to-run short course truck. Sporting Carl Renezeder distinctive livery the SC28 comes complete with everything needed in one box – ready to rip around the corners, fly over the jumps and speed across the finish line. The 175mm long 2WD micro truck weighs in at about 100g and it comes including an integrated speed controller/receiver unit, 2.4GHz radio system and the Carl Renezeder replica bodyshell.

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November 25, 2016

Serpent Spyder SDX4 – Coming soon

Serpent Spyder SDX4 - Coming soon

Serpent have announced that their new Spyder SDX4 shaftdrive 1/10 4wd buggy is coming soon. Due to ship in December, we can expect full details on the company’s latest 4wd buggy in the coming weeks.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

November 25, 2016

Mardave Venom GT12

The latest entry into the world of GT12 racing comes the Venom GT12 from Mardave. Featuring a new carbon fibre layered chassis for ultra fast performance, a newly designed rear pod and front end it comes supplied with JFT S foam as standard. Developed with input from Mardave’s team drivers, the Venom GT12 includes all the adjustments and features that you need to be at the front such as a new ball differential with 3 screw wheel fixing along with a carbon axle, separate springs for independent roll and bump stiffness adjustment, balanced rear pod and new lower motor position.

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November 24, 2016

Xray XB4 2017 – Coming soon

Xray have released a first teaser for their forthcoming XB4 2017 4wd Buggy. No details are available yet but expect photos and information on the successor to the 2015/16 Euro Offroad Series winning buggy to surface shortly.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 23, 2016

Team Associated RC10B64D Team Kit

It’s finally here, designed to take advantage of today’s faster-than-ever tracks, the long awaited RC10B64D Team Kit from Team Associated offers increased durability, all new suspension geometry, a wider tuning window, improved weight distribution, and easy maintenance. Excelling on high-traction surfaces, the B64D’s adjustable axle height and roll centres result in a stable yet nimble platform. With a new and improved centre differential, the B64D rewards the driver with maximum drive out of all four wheels on dirt and clay surfaces.

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