Fenix have introduced their new HotStock 21.5T fixed timing brushless stock motor. Developed with fair and affordable club racing in mind, the European F1 Masters and IDFM series legal motor features a blue anodised aluminium heatsink can and heavy duty solder tabs and it is available now.
Source: Fenix [fenix-racing.com]
Coming from T-Works and made for the Yokomo YZ-2 DTM 2WD buggy are the Hybrid and full titanium turnbuckle sets. Both include the steering and camber link turnbuckles with the Hybrid set being made up using titanium links with aluminium hex portions with the full titanium set includes 1-piece turnbuckles. Both sets are direct replacements and they include a suitable 4mm wrench.
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Following the introduction of the Fleta ZX V2 Modified and Fleta ZX V2 Sting Stock outlaw brushless motors Muchmore now also released information on the IFMAR, ROAR and EFRA legal Type-ER motor. It makes use of the same Flow-Max 2 aluminium can that improves cooling efficiency by about 15 percent compared to Muchmore’s former motors while the new high-power stator design, without separate insulator, further increases cooling while also lowering the weight at the same time. Other features include super low resistance copper windings, heavy-duty silver-plated solder tabs and a precision-balanced Neodymium high-temperature rotor. The ER Spec stock motor is available in 10.5T to 25.5T winding variants.
Coming from Team Associated as a limited edition is the new Nomad DB8 ready-to-run buggy. The all-terrain desert buggy is based on the race-proven RC8 platform and it is equipped with a durable impact-resistant roll cage, detailed interior, driver and co-pilot figures, painted body panels, and runs off a powerful Reedy brushless motor. To tame the landscape, high-grip General Tire GT(R) Grabbers are wrapped around rich-looking black 17mm hex wheels. Other features include a 3-diff drivetrain, RC8 suspension components including oil-filled shock absorbers as well as a new 4S Reedy speed controller and XP radio components.
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Novarossi keep adding more new nitro engine to their range with the latest one being the all-new Mantra .21 square stroke off-road engine. It features a 16.42mm square stroke design, 14mm crankshaft, and a new piston and 4-port liner combination. The crankshaft is manufactured with a larger bore intake to increase mixture flow while the rear cover offers a steel plate for reduced conrod friction while the overall shape improves filling by reducing dead spaces. As a result the engine will offer an elastic throttle and linear power feel with increased torque in the mid to high RPM range and very low fuel consumption.
Novarossi have introduced their new Mitro 35 GT5/17 .21 nitro engine. The updated powerplant features a new sleeve with five transfer ports and exhaust booster ports. The special shape and positioning improve internal fluid dynamics to maximise performance while the crankshaft also received an update to increase mixture flow and reduce internal turbulences. Crankshaft balancing is carried out using tungsten inserts and a silicone inlay further enhance acceleration. Included with the package is also an updated 3-needle carburettor for improved idling and also quicker return to lower RPM.
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Coming from Schumacher is the new Spiral 1/8th truggy tyre. Developed especially for high-grip astro, grass and multi-surface tracks, the tyre will excel in a variety of conditions and it is available in yellow compound for dry tracks and also as silver variant for wet and damp conditions. The tyre comes in pairs and as rubber only with suitable foam inserts being available separately.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Sweep Racing have introduced their new Cellblock 1/8th buggy tyre and suitable Indigo closed cell inserts. Starting with the tyre, the tread was developed for the use on hard-packed clay surfaces and it utilises the latest V5 carcass, known from the Defender, to ensure a more controlled ride especially on bumpy surfaces. The tyre is available in yellow, silver, blue, red and clay compounds. As for the Indigo insert, the closed cell foam is of an updated design with 24 inner grooves that ensure improved lifetime and optimised tyre performance.
