May 12, 2015

JConcepts Reflex 1/5th scale tyre

JConcepts Reflex 1/5th scale tyre

Following the introduction of the Chasers large scale off-road tyre, JConcepts now also announce the release of the Reflex tread. The yellow compound tyre has square angled pins that are stacked vertically to flex and fold evenly across the tyre. Typically a stacked tread will wear less and provide more forward bite while the aligned space helps rotation in the turns and gives a snappy release to square up quickly. Easily one of the smaller pin tyres available for 1/5th off-road, the Reflex is a beefed up version of its 1/8th scale sibling scaled up in size to withstand heavy abuse but just nimble enough to offer optimised response. To make them interchangeable, the tyre beads and inner carcass have been designed to use the stock Losi 5ive insert and fit directly to the already established bead-lock wheel. The inner tabs built into the carcass interlock with the Losi bead-lock style wheels for security.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


May 12, 2015

Serpent Spyder SRX-2 mid-motor RTR buggy

Serpent Spyder SRX-2 mid-motor RTR buggy

Serpent’s Spyder SRX-2 1/10th 2WD mid-motor 2WD buggy is now also available in a ready-to-run variant. Based off of the popular Spyder competition buggy the bashing and club level racing RTR variant sports many race-worthy features such as the highly adjustable suspension with composite inserts and 12mm threaded aluminium big bore shock absorbers and the tough transmission with a compact gear differential and slipper-less direct drive as well spring steel driveshafts. The buggy, that comes with an all-composite tub chassis, also includes orange-seal ball bearings, Dragon-RC pre-mounted tyres on 12mm hex wheels and a pre-designed bodyshell and wing. The package is rounded out by a powerful 3000kv sensorless brushless motor, waterproof Dragon-RC speed controller, high-quality steering servo and a 2.4GHz 3-channel radio system.

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May 12, 2015

Active Hobby Products T4PX alloy handle & dial set

Active Hobby Products T4PX alloy handle & dial set

Active Hobby Products from Japan have an aluminium handle and dial set for the Futaba T4PX radio available. Machined from aluminium and offering a lightweight design the handle allows for easier and more convenient carrying of the radio while the anodised dials add a splash of colour to Futaba’s top-of-the-foodchain transmitter. Coming in the five colours of blue, black, red, silver and gun metal the set also includes mounting hardware and a hex wrench.

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May 12, 2015

RSD RX4-15 aluminium chassis & servo mount bracket

RSD RX4-15 aluminium chassis & servo mount bracket

Reflex Racing have introduced two new option parts for the Xray T4’15 in the form of the RX4-15 aluminium chassis and a carbon fibre servo mount bracket. Starting with the chassis, it is made out of machined 7075-T6 aluminium and it comes anodised a light shade of gray with silver chamfered edges to give the chassis a high-quality finish and premium look with the textured finish looks similar to a diamond dremel cut off wheel finish. The shape profiles for the RX4 -15 have been developed over the past year with a focus to provide your car a more consistent feel and less tyre overheating over a run. The design takes flex away from the bulkheads and moves it towards the centre of the car which results in a more stable car that is easier to drive at high speed.

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May 11, 2015

T-Works Pro5 titanium ball end set

T-Works Pro5 titanium ball end set

T-Works have a titanium ball end set for the HB Pro5 electric touring car available. The 20-piece set is made from the same lightweight and high-quality material as the company’s turnbuckles to scrubs weight compared to standard steel ball ends while offering high rigidity at the same time.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


May 11, 2015

JConcepts Chasers 1/5th scale tyre

JConcepts Chasers 1/5th scale tyre

JConcepts have introduced their first ever tyre for the 1/5th scale class, the Losi 5ive compatible Chasers. The tyre relies on hefty, medium lugs which are angular in multiple directions. The horizontal type tread has a striking similarity to the trusty 1/8th buggy Crossbow tyre. Chasers have a squatty, close lug arrangement which gives responsiveness and bites in all conditions. The wet and dry condition tyre has small recessed cuts in the top of the tread for extra edges and increased formability over terrain. The centre overlapping bar treatment increases durability in the highest wear region of the tire. The outer sidewall has added tread at the top which provides extra reinforcement for those tough outdoor conditions while the outer V-lug also provides some paddle traction in loose sand or muddy conditions giving the Chasers ultimate versatility.

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May 11, 2015

Shepherd Velox V10 rear anti-roll bar options

Shepherd Velox V10 rear anti-roll bar options

Shepherd have introduced new optional rear anti-roll bars for the for the Velox V10 200mm nitro on-road car. The 1.6mm and 1.8mm rear anti-roll bars in combination with a new 2.0mm bushing allow additional setup possibilities to fine-tune the rear end of the car. Made of high-quality spring steel the softer anti-roll bars offer improved rear end stability to unlock the full steering potential of the Velox V10 without ending up with a difficult-to-drive car.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]


May 11, 2015

Mugen MGT7 & MGT7E 1/8th GT on-road kits

Mugen MGT7 & MGT7E 1/8th GT on-road kits

Mugen introduce the new MGT7 nitro and MGT7E electric 1/8th GT car kit. Both are based off of the World Championship winning MBX7 platform and with the addition of purpose-designed parts they are ready for the growing GT racing scene. The cars feature low-profile front and rear shock towers, 16mm diameter shocks and a 2-diff shaft-driven drivetrain with sturdy gear differentials and CVA drive shafts throughout. Specially designed front and rear body mounts offer a wide range of adjustments to allow the use of many aftermarket bodyshells while the large front plastic bumper with foam protector will help keep the front of the body front tucking during hard impact. Tough side guards keep harm away from the electronics and power train in the event of a crash.

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