June 9, 2020

Exotek 22 Vader drag racing chassis conversion kit

Exotek have introduced their 22 Vader lightweight street eliminator drag racing chassis conversion kit for the TLR 22 3.0 to 5.0 series of buggies. The set converts the 22 buggy to be 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, such as the ones offered by Proline and JConcepts. The pro chassis conversion set features carbon fibre made and machined in USA, a heavy duty 2.5mm thick chassis and side rail plates, an alloy servo mounting block that ties into the side rails for extra rigid and tweak-free front chassis setup as well as six heavy duty alloy side rail posts. Also included are a heavy duty alloy front kick-up plate, alloy parts that are finished in glossy black and silver cut to match the stock 5.0 look, and a 4-position shorty LiPo mounting to adjust for wheelie/no wheelie balance. The 2-level chassis design allows to lower or raise the centre of gravity for stability yet keeps the gear box higher to increase traction and keep the drive axles straighter for higher speeds. The 2-layer rear chassis also raises the rear roll centre which increases the forward launch traction while reducing side to side roll for improved high speed stability. The kit offers multiple weight balance options to maximise grip on the street or on the track and it includes a 3mm carbon fibre front shock tower to run a lower ride height as well as allow the use of an optional street eliminator body mount kit. The kit also includes a carbon fibre rear body mount plate that bolts to the stock 22 wing mounts for use with the Traxxas #TRA1914R body post set, it comes with a standup 3-gear Exotek slotted motor plate, steel hardware, extra large Exotek logo stickers, and an instruction sheet.

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June 5, 2020

Xray GTXE 2021 1/8th Electric GT kit

Following on from the recent release of the new GTX8 Nitro GT chassis, Xray have now introduced their new GTXE 1/8th scale Electric GT kit. The 2021 version of the EFRA European-Championship winning car is understandably similar to its Nitro counterpart, with focus on a redesigned and reinforced aluminium chassis whose rear section was reinforced for less on-power flex, which increases the stability of the car and ensures improved on-power control. The new chassis was also redesigned to fit both the soft and hard composite radio boxes without modification.

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June 5, 2020

Yokomo release Limited Edition YD-2SXIII

Yokomo have released two limited edition versions of their recently released YD-2SXIII drift chassis. Due to user requests, the Japanese company will offer limited edition models with bright red or purple anodised parts, with the front and rear shock towers, SLF shocks, and a special 7-step adjustable motor mount, the front integrated bulkhead and slide rack base all receiving the colour treatment. The specifications of the chassis are the same as the standard black version, such as the double-deck chassis which greatly improves the pitching rigidity. We are told that the coloured parts are not available separately so the only way to get them is by obtaining one of these limited kits.

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June 1, 2020

Team Associated TR28 & CR28 RTR kits

Team Associated have introduced their new TR28 and CR28 1/28th scale ready-to-run sets. Both trucks are small in size, but they are packed full of features and ready for fun right out of the box. The TR28 truggy and CR28 trail truck that looks great and drive smooth thanks to powerful electric motors and capable drivetrains. The included 2.4GHz transmitter allows complete control, enabling drivers to navigate around, through and over obstacles with ease. The increased ground clearance and rubber tyres allow the TR28 to handle like no other vehicle in its category. When the truck’s integrated LiPo battery becomes discharged, the convenient built-in transmitter charger makes it easy to get back to full power and ready to run in less than an hour. A built-in rechargeable LiPo battery and 4 AA’s are included, making the truck ready to go right out of the box.

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June 1, 2020

IGT8 B8 2021 nitro buggy kit – Coming soon

IGT8 have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new B8 2021 1/8th scale nitro buggy kit. No official details are available yet but we keep you posted as they surface.

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May 29, 2020

Xray GTX8 2021 1/8th nitro GT kit

Xray have introduced their new GTX8 1/8th scale nitro GT kit. The 2021 variant of the IFMAR vice-World-Championship and EFRA vice-European-Championship winning car builds on a redesigned and reinforced aluminium chassis whose rear section was reinforced for less on-power flex, which increases the stability of the car and ensures improved on-power control. The new chassis was also redesigned to fit both the soft and hard composite radio boxes without modification.

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May 29, 2020

3 Racing Advance FF21 FWD touring car – Coming soon

3 Racing have released first teaser images of their forthcoming new Advance FF21 front-wheel drive touring car kit. The car makes use of the popular mid-motor design for a centralised weight balance and thus quick and predictable cornering. No official details beside the images are available yet but we bring you more updates as they surface.

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May 29, 2020

Yokomo YD-2SXIII RWD drift car kit

Yokomo distributors around the world are busy announcing more future kit releases with the latest being Mibosport from the Czech Republic who issued first information and images of the YD-2SXIII RWD drift car chassis kit. The SXIII is the latest evolution of the SX series, featuring a high centre of gravity motor mount and a redesigned carbon fibre double deck chassis. The overall design will improve chassis rigidity which translates into sharper handling which is further helped by the included optionals such as a 1-piece aluminium front bulkhead. Other features include super low fiction shock absorbers, a sliding rack steering system and a newly developed battery mount designed for low-profile battery packs. Also included however are battery mounts for standard height packs. The kit is rounded out by an adjustable motor mount that allows to rotate the motor around the gearbox for improved control over the overall centre of gravity. The kit will hit stores at the end of June.

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