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March 9, 2021

ARC R8.3 1/8th competition on-road nitro chassis kit

Following an extensive design, development and testing program, ARC is proud to bring you the new R8.3 1/8th competition on-road nitro chassis kit. The R8.3 features and all-new internal gear ratio give it a FDR of 2.4, which improves acceleration making it great for small to medium size tracks, with the top speed remaining the same as the R8.2. The front end flex on the all-new chassis is adjustable by chassis cover, when installed the front chassis stiffens, increasing steering response while avoiding over-steering in high traction condition. The new battery plate also come with flex slot to increase chassis flex and stability. New radio tray and front bulkheads, the latter allowing easier maintenance for front one-way axle and belt. New radio tray design connects the front upper arm and creates overall chassis flexibility more evenly, making handling less sensitive with track condition changes.

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March 5, 2021

Serpent SRX4 Gen3 4wd EP buggy

Serpent have introduced their all new SRX4 Gen3 4wd buggy. Developed alongside the company’s SRX2 Gen3, the new car shares over 50% of its parts with its 2wd counterpart meaning less spare parts need be carried by the racer. A belt driven car, it utilises a dual belt system which allows the motor to be mounted along the car’s centre line. The chassis is made from 7075-T6 aluminium, it’s narrower in design for better flex characteristics, while it also incorporates a new packaging concept for the front pivots and diff position, to give greater ground clearance. The steering system has also been updated to reduce maintenance time, increase drivability, reduce any unwanted bump steer, and create a smoother linear Ackerman curve.

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March 4, 2021

Exotek TX Vader drag chassis conversion set

Exotek Racing have released this TX Vader drag chassis conversion set for use with Traxxas 2wd Slash or Bandits kits. The kit converts your Slash to be cash race ready for the hot new ‘Street Eliminator / Slash No Prep’ race classes springing up around the US. It provides the legal 13″ wheelbase to fit under the hottest new no prep bodies that are on the market and is based on the excellent handling and proven 22 Vader design. This pro chassis conversion set features a heavy duty 2.5mm thick carbon chassis and side rail plates, centralised servo mounting for improved balance and alloy servo mounting block that ties into the side rails for extra rigid and tweak free front chassis setup. A modular chassis design allows standard rear motor or optional mid motor gear box placement.

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February 25, 2021

Losi 69 Camaro 22S No Prep drag car

With the popularity of No Prep Drag Racing exploding, Losi has introduced this ready to run 1969 Camaro drag car. Carefully crafted to give a classic look while still fitting into the rules and regulations set by the No-Prep Drag Racing scene, it has all the advantages of an aluminium chassis such as electronics protection, side impact guards, and a clean wire management system with plenty of 22S option parts. It’s designed with racers in mind with many outstanding features including officially licensed Mickey Thompson tires, limited travel oil filled front and rear shocks, low centre of gravity rear shock tower, extended body mounts, optional heavy duty sway bar, adjustable weight front bumper, elevated transmission, adjustable turnbuckles and a fully adjustable wheelie bar. You get an all-metal gear transmission for concrete dependability along with a Spektrum SLT3 transmitter and dual protocol receiver, Spektrum Firma 100 amp Smart ESC and Spektrum Firma 6500kv brushless motor.

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February 19, 2021

Xray XB8 & XB8e 2021 1/8th buggies

Xray have introduced their updated for 2021 XB8 and XB8e buggy, which are both more focussed on refinement rather than major updates. The XB8 sports an updated chassis design that incorporates keyed steering posts, new fuel tank position and new mounting positions for chassis balance weights, there are also shorter 93mm rear drive shafts which improve outdrive clearance during extreme suspension travel. A new body design improves aero characteristics and making the car easier to drive with other updates including improved braking cams with an updated design for improved braking efficiency, stronger and longer conical servo saver spring has a greater adjustment range, an all-new servo saver with chassis locked posts for more secure installation and finally an all-new servo saver top deck that integrates with the new servo saver. The XB8e incorporates many of the same updates but also has a new E concept with two different layout alternatives, rear motor position with a single battery position on the left or front motor position using saddle pack batteries in the rear. A 2-piece battery holder for saddle pack layout improves balance and lowers vehicle CG while the standard battery holder is moulded from new harder material for reduced flex. Also included is two graphite servo holders, one for each motor/battery configuration as well as a compact electronics mount for speedo and receiver when using the saddle pack battery configuration.

View the full presentation of the new XB8 and XB8e on Xray’s website.

February 15, 2021

Carisma RC GT24 4wd RTR

Carisma RC have introduced a new model in their range with the release of this GT24 RTR 4wd model. The GT24 RS is a 1/24th retro micro rally car that’s inspired by the classic era of 70’s and 80’s rally car history. The body is a nostalgic nod to the classic RWD rally pioneers, but our version stays firmly in 4wd territory, offering the best in retro looks and a modern RC driveline. With brushless power as standard, and sporting features like 2.4Ghz radio gear, a fast responsive hobby grade steering servo, rally pin tyres and a fully ball raced 4wd transmission, these 1/24th rally cars not only look the part, they perform way beyond peoples perception of a ‘Micro’ vehicle.

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February 12, 2021

WRC Racing F18.4 1/10th EP formula chassis

WRC Racing have introduced their new F18.4 1/10th EP formula chassis. Sporting a large number of changes over its predecessor, the car has an all new servo saver, servo mounting plate and new front lower arms for improved steering. A new carbon chassis plate accommodates the updated battery mounting system with quick battery adjustment with the adjustable battery stop. A new rear chassis pod, adjustable transversal shock absorber and an all new ball differential complete the updates.

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February 9, 2021

Team Associated Pro4 SC10 RTR

Team Associated announce the release of the Pro4 SC10, a Ready-To-Run RC electric Short Course truck. It features some major upgrades not normally found in RTRs, including a water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control, Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, water-resistant enclosed receiver box, adjustable oil-filled coil-over shock absorbers and four-wheel independent suspension. Drivetrain features three heavy-duty sealed gear differentials and the short course proudly rolls and jumps on Fifteen52 Turbomac HD wheels wrapped in realistic off-road General Tire GT Grabber all-terrain tires. The 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system includes an adjustable digital gyro, which allows vehicle stability to be adjusted to match the terrain and a digital high-torque Reedy servo round out the Pro4 SC10 as a potent short-course contender.

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