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August 17, 2018

Serpent F110 S4 Prototype – First images

During this week’s 2018 IFMAR ISTC World Championships, held in Welkom, South Africa, Serpent’s David Ehrbar is running a prototype of the forthcoming S110 S4 1/10th formula car. David had his first roll out of the car in China in the days before making his way onto Welkom for the race. Officially still a prototype, it was finished just the night before he arrived to test in China, the car is the basis for their upcoming kit release which will be known as the F110 S4. Key features of the car are a new rear wing mounting system which is now mounted to the main chassis plate and not to the pod as before. The car has also moved away from using side links to using bearings which David says makes the car more linear especially when cornering and accelerating at the same time.

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August 17, 2018

ARC R8S 1/8th stock pan car kit

Following a first set of teaser images ARC have released more information on their new R8S 1/8th stock pan car kit. Developed for the growing class of “rigid”, suspension-less stock 1/8th electric pan cars, the vehicle builds on a carbon fibre main chassis plate with a floating front end and a chassis-mounted, rigid rear suspension. The front suspension utilises O-rings to absorb bumps while providing more controlled cornering with different O-ring hardnesses allowing to fine-tune the steering characteristics. The suspension geometry is adjustable in terms of caster, camber and track width while the steering allows to use different Ackermann setting, again in order to adapt overall steering behaviour. The transmission is made up using a single high-torque belt and it uses large diameter hard-anodised aluminium belt pulleys and and a spur gear adapter that accepts the 1st gear main gears of the R8.1 nitro car – ensuring for swift and easy gear ratio changes. In order to suit a variety of needs, the car is usable with almost every battery configuration imaginable, be it a 4S brick pack or dual 2S batteries mounted in laydown of back-to-back configuration, while the car also takes 2S shorty packs to reduce overall weight and lower the centre of gravity. The R8S will accept all standard 1/8th on-road body shells and tyres and it will hit stores this August.

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August 16, 2018

Tamiya Ferrari 312T3 1/10th formula kit

Coming soon from Tamiya is the limited edition Ferrari 312T3 F104W 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. The full-scale 312T3 made its debut in the 1978 South African Grand Prix and drivers C. Reutemann and G. Villeneuve took the 312T3 to four victories for the season and the runner-up spot in the 1978 Constructors’ Championship. Tamiya’s recreation utilises the F104W chassis that is equipped with has F103 front suspension arms to replicate the wide form of the 312T3. It utilizes an FRP semi-double deck chassis and a longitudinal battery position. The included wings and wheels are metal plated and the kit also comes with a separate standard polycarbonate body that is also included in the kit. The gear case allows five different ground clearances and the kingpin coil spring front and T-bar rear suspension setups provide smooth and precise driving characteristics. The vehicle rolls on soft foam tyres and also included for two markings for the #11 and #12 car.

Source: Tamiya [tamiyausa.com]

August 16, 2018

Arrma Notorious 6S 1/8th scale electric monster truck

Arrma have introduced their new Notorious 6S BLX 1/8th scale electric ready-to-run monster truck. The rig utilises a 3mm thick anodised aluminium chassis, three full-metal geared differentials, beefy suspension components and steel driveshafts for performance and durability while composite side guards keeping away the elements for go-everywhere ability. Long travel suspension arms and big-bore aluminium shock absorbers soak up any terrain imperfections and the 6S LiPo-compatible 4-pole BLX 2050kV brushless motor ensures for reliable power supply. The ready-to-run specifications also include a 150A rated VLX185 sped controller, a 15kg-cm steering servo and a 2.4GHz radio system. The package is rounded out by a pre-painted body shell, in either black or blue colour, and grippy dBoots Back-Flip tyres.

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August 16, 2018

Traxxas Slash 4×4 550 Titan RTR short course truck

Traxxas have introduced their new Slash 4×4 short course truck with Titan 12T 550 motor and XL-5 speed controller. The new truck combines the best elements of the hardcore Slash 4X4 VXL with the more affordable Titan 12T 550 brushed motor and the waterproof XL-5 electronic speed control. The chassis is equipped with a slipper clutch with 32 pitch gears, fluid-filled front and fear differentials as well as large volume shock absorbers. Other features include the TQ 2.4GHz radio system, a 4A DC peak detecting fast chargers and a Traxxas Power Cell 7-cell NiMH battery. The truck is rounded out by a pre-decorated body shell, available in two colour schemes, and matching wheels.

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August 10, 2018

Infinity IF11 1/10th Formula car kit

Following months of extensive development and testing, Creation Model have announced the official release of the IF11 1/10th formula car. The latest addition to the Japanese company’s growing range of kit offerings, that now covers four different categories, the car’s hybrid monocoque chassis resembles that of a full-size racing car. This distinctive feature will have a huge appeal to Formula enthusiasts but the design goes much further than being just an aesthetic feature. The IF11 boasts rigidity, strength and tuning flexibility to provide an excellent racing car. Kingpin, coil-spring front suspension and side link 3P rear suspension contribute to superb handling and high traction. The hybrid monocoque chassis has the perfect balance pushing performance to the next level.

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August 10, 2018

Roche Rapide P10W Evo 235mm Pro10 pan car kit

Following a first teaser image Roche have released more details on their new Rapide P10W Evo 235mmm Pro10 pan car kit. The car utilises a new 3.0mm high-grade carbon fibre main chassis and lower pod plate and it features a new graphite front bumper, a new design 7075 aluminium front suspension plate as well as a new floating design carbon fibre servo mount. Included in the kit are also new black anodised steering turnbuckles, a new 7075 aluminium top plate with quick centre shock adjustment features as well as a new DVS-V2 centre big bore shock. Other updates include a are graphite top plate and 1-piece chassis brace, long side links and a new centre pivot brace as well as a redesigned alloy motor pod and rear pod plate. A new dual-screw clamping wheel hub rounds out the package.

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August 9, 2018

Redcat Racing Dukono 1/10th RTR trucks

Coming soon from Redcat Racing are the Dukono and Pro 1/10th scale ready-to-run monster trucks. The vehicle features an all-new high clearance chassis that gives the truck a softer feel, without compromising handling, and allows the driver to take the Dukono almost anywhere. The truck is ready to run right out of the box and includes waterproof electronics and while the Pro includes a brushless speed controller and motor the standard truck comes equipped with a 550-class brushed motor. Both versions come equipped with four threaded oil filled shocks and ride on a set of extremely aggressive monster truck tyres.

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