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January 3, 2019

Xpress Execute XM1 M-class 4WD touring car

Xpress have introduced their new Execute XM1 M-class 1/10th scale 4WD competition touring car kit. Based off of the XM1S entry/club-level kit, the XM1 features some competition-grade updates such as a carbon fibre double deck chassis for improved handling in high-bite track conditions as well as slotted shock towers for perfect alignment and titanium turnbuckles for a low weight. Other features include single-piece aluminium bulkheads, aluminium suspension mounts, an aluminium front spool, a rear gear differential as well as front and rear anti-roll bars, double joint CV-style front driveshafts and a ball-raced steering rack. The kit is rounded out by big bore aluminium shock absorbers.

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December 26, 2018

Yokomo YZ-2DTM2 Stock Spec 2WD buggy kit

Coming in January 2019 is Yokomo’s new YZ-2DTM2 Stock Spec 1/10th scale 2WD buggy kit. Based on the successful YZ-2DTM2 the Stock Spec version includes some handy stock motor class specific option parts such as the MIP Pucks drive system, MIP Pucks Bi-metal driveshafts, as well as a direct drive spur gear hub and top shaft. The Pucks drive system and dog bones will ensure a lightweight yet durable drivetrain while the direct drive slipper eliminator reduces the drivetrain’s rotational mass for quicker spool-up, faster acceleration and less motor heat. The kit will hit stores in January.

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December 21, 2018

WRC Racing F18.2 1/10th formula kit

WRC Racing from Italy have introduced their new F18.2 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. Based on the F18 the car received some subtle updates such as a new servo saver, an updated servo plate, new lower A-arms and a redesigned carbon fibre main chassis. Other features include quick battery position adjustment with adjustable battery stops, allowing to run short pack in in-line or transversal position, the car utilises a new rear chassis system and the .2 kit also comes with a new ball differential and new rear axle, both being designed for easier maintenance, higher precision and greater durability thanks to higher-quality materials. The car is rounded by the possibility to use a longer centre shock absorber whose position is also adjustable.

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December 21, 2018

HPI Racing Crawler King 1979 Ford F-150 RTR

The rugged and durable HPI Racing Crawler King has a new classic body to add to its line-up, the 1979 Ford F-150. The long-time best-selling vehicle in the United States, the venerable F-150 decks off a chassis with huge 2.2” pro-level crawling tyres, an extra-strong, full-time shaft 4WD drivetrain, beefy solid axles and front-mounted battery. The ready-to-run kit includes the fully built and painted Crawler King truck, HPI radio set with four AA batteries, truck battery and charger.

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December 20, 2018

HPI Racing E10 Michele Abbate GRRRacing Touring Car

HPI Racing’s E10 entry-level touring car line-up is getting a big update with the introduction of the Michele Abbate GRRRacing Touring Car. The ready-to-run E10 uses true full-time 4WD and independent suspension and specially designed HPI T-Grip tyres, making it easy to blast about on paved parking lot surfaces. The car comes with a pre-decorated body shell, waterproof electronics and a 2.4GHz radio system.

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December 20, 2018

Kyosho Inferno MP9e Evo ReadySet E-Buggy

Coming soon from Kyosho is their new Inferno MP9e Evo ReadySet 1/8th scale ready-to-run E-Buggy, targeting bashers and club-level racers. Based on the competition-level MP9e Evo race kit, this ReadySet package represents excellent performance and value. While maintaining the exceptional flat manoeuvrability and aerial control of the previous model, the new chassis layout of the MP9e Evo shows improved balance for even greater control. The aero body has been designed specially for this electric racing buggy to enhance critical elements such as steering, traction and rough track performance. At the heart of the MP9e Evo is the new Kyosho Speed House brushless motor and ESC. The factory-assembled ReadySet package contains nearly everything needed to hit the track, except charged batteries for the chassis and transmitter.

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December 19, 2018

HB Racing RGT8-E 1/8th electric GT kit

New from HB Racing is the RGT8-E 1/8 scale 4WD electric GT Class race car. Already a winner on the racetrack, a pre-production RGT8-E driven by HB team driver Rosario Giaimo took pole position and the A-Main win in the 1/8 Electric GT class at the 2018 European Championships. The RGT8-E is based on the race-proven features of the RGT8, and adds the blistering speed of electric power. The RGT8-E has a fully adjustable battery mounting system that can handle a wide variety of battery configurations. When using shorty packs, multiple mounting points allow to easily move the weight bias fore/aft to help tune the balance of the car. The batteries are held in place securely, and mounted directly on the chassis for the lowest CG possible.

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December 19, 2018

Kyosho Inferno MP10 1/8th nitro off-road buggy

Kyosho have revealed first images and information of their forthcoming all-new Inferno MP10 1/8th scale nitro off-road buggy kit. Based on the ultra-successful MP9 the new buggy utilises updated suspension components with optimised width and wheelbase settings, ensuring best possible performance in a wide range of track conditions while the new chassis moves the overall weight more forwards the front end, ensuring exceptional steering control and front end traction. This is further helped by a new steering Ackermann geometry with a new reversible steering plate, allowing to access eight different Ackermann settings to fine-tune steering characteristics to match any track surface and driver preference. The new geometry also maximises steering lock from side to side thanks to redesigned steering rod ends.

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