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October 25, 2018

Losi Super Rock Rey 1/6 4WD RTR AVC rock racer

Losi have introduced their new Super Rock Rey 1/6th scale 4WD RTR AVC rock racer. The buggy takes its inspiration from full-scale rigs that tackle the King of Hammers and similar places others won’t dare go. Realistic solid axle performance joins 8S brushless power that pushes the needle to 50+ mph or more — while the stability of AVC technology let drivers hold nothing back through corners and jumps. The large tyres and new front end geometry increase suspension travel and improve performance over any terrain. The buggy is equipped with a 4mm aluminium chassis with injection-moulded roll cage and it comes pre-assembled and including a 750kV brushless motor and 160A speed controller. A multi-piece body shell in two designs and grippy all-terrain tires round out the package.

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October 23, 2018

Traxxas Slash 4×4 Ultimate short course truck

Traxxas have given the popular Slash 4×4 Ultimate short course truck an overhaul, adding durability, performance and looks. The truck will feature new blue anodised aluminium big bore shocks with a larger oil capacity, an updated metal gear steering servo, new heavy duty driveshafts and suspension arms as well as alloy optionals such as C-hubs, steering knuckles and rear uprights. Also part of the package os the Traxxas Stability Management, a Bluetooth module and telemetry sensors. All that attaches to a new black-colour LCG chassis and is topped off by new wheels and new design ProGraphics bodies.

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October 22, 2018

Mugen MBX8T & MBX8T Eco 1/8th truggy kits

Mugen have announced the soon release of their new MBX8T nitro and MBX8T Eco electric 1/8th truggy kits. Both use the successful MBX8 buggy as a base with the trucks featuring a new 3mm aluminium chassis for improved handling and consistency in bumpy conditions as well as improved overall steering thanks to greater stability. HTD high traction differentials come as standard, ensuring better acceleration, longer runtimes and more consistent handling especially in rougher track conditions. The larger oil volume ensures great consistency in long mains and improved traction in lower grip conditions. Part of the drivetrain package are also new straight-cut 10T bevel and 46T conical gears – again helping with acceleration, runtime and efficiency. The diffs are housed in new front and rear gearboxes that help to quicker extract the diffs from the chassis while new suspension hangers further help with maintenance and drivability. Also new in the suspension department are box-shaped suspension arms with arm stiffeners. They make for reduced flex while adding durability and optional inserts allow to fine-tune overall arm flex. Other new parts include a lightweight 1-piece wing mount for a lower centre of gravity with the wing mount being height adjustable to have additional control over downforce and jump characteristics. A lightweight high downforce wing helps with cornering and an updated carbon fibre radio plate – for the nitro kit – rounds out the package. The MBX8T trucks are decked out with Pro-Line body shells and they also include clamping servo saver nuts, updated front and rear shock towers as well as universal-type centre driveshafts.

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October 18, 2018

Axial SCX10 II Raw Builder’s Kit trail truck

Coming from Axial is the SCX10 II raw builder’s kit that helps to easily create your fully customised trail rig. The minimalistic version of the SCX10 II allows owners to choose their own wheels, tyres, body and electronics. To help build the ultimate project, the RBK includes a full set of aluminium links for steering and suspension, WB8 HD Wildboar driveshafts, and mounting hardware to build a 11.4”, 12.0” or 12.3” wheelbase vehicle. The chassis is compatible with most 1/10th scale trail truck body shells, wheels and tyres.

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October 18, 2018

ECX 1/24 Barrage UV FPV 4WD scaler crawler RTR

The 1/24-scale 4WD ECX Barrage FPV scaler takes the Barrage legacy and expands it with the inclusion of an incredibly detailed scale body along with a front mounted FPV camera. Drivers get crystal clear video using the included 25mW camera and 4.3 inch LCD screen. From the office cubicle to the kitchen counter, the Barrage FPV tackles everyday house hold items like messy bedroom floors with ease and runs right through leaves and twigs on dirt paths. The truck is available in green or grey colour and it includes a 4.8V battery, USB charger and a 2.4GHz radio system as well as a FPV receiver screen.

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October 18, 2018

ARC R11 2019 electric touring car kit

Following a first teaser ARC have officially introduced the 2019 variant of their popular R11 4WD electric touring car. The car features several updates such as the lower bulkheads that sport a new, lower mounting position for the ball-raced anti-roll bars in order to lower the overall centre of gravity. They also make way for the new front bumper mount whose updated design, with 6mm more inward positioned body mounts, reduces scrubbing during hard cornering for increased steering. The front end is rounded out by a new front bumper foam.

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October 18, 2018

Gizmo Genesis 2019 touring car – Coming soon

Gizmo Racing USA have released first images of the forthcoming Genesis 2019 electric touring car kit. The innovative chassis’ triangular upper camber links and lower carbon fibre sheet arms are still in place with the infamous split dual main gear drivetrain now being gone in favour of a conventional setup. The front and rear steering and rear hubs received an update and are of an all-new design by the look of things as are the lower arms. No official details apart from the images are available yet but we expect full information to surface in time for the release.

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October 18, 2018

Tamiya Comical Grasshopper XB RTR kit

Tamiya’s recently introduced Comical Grasshopper 2WD stunt buggy is soon also available as factory-assembled XB Pro package. The buggy uses the WR-02CB chassis as a base and it comes pre-assembled and including motor, speed controller, servo, receiver and 2.4GHz radio system. The included body and driver are pre-painted and pre-decorated and the set is rounded out by a 7.2V battery and a suitable wall charger. The XB Pro variant is set for a release in mid-December.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]