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January 20, 2014

Kyosho Plazma LM Mazda 787B

Available soon is Kyosho’s Mazda 787B based on the Plazma LM 1/12th scale pan car chassis. The kit is based on the Plazma Ra 1/12th competition chassis and features a long wheelbase FRP chassis, aluminium front suspension parts, alloy dampers and motor mount, as well as ball races, grippy foam tyres and it comes with a G20 brushed motor. Included are also one clear and one pre-painted Mazda 787B Le Mans body shell that resemble the monstrous Group C cars who attended at the 1991 24 Hours Le Mans race. Not included are the radio system, speed controller and battery.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

January 20, 2014

Spec-R BD-7 black spool & universal battery mount

Spec-R have a new black colour front spool for Yokomo’s BD-7 touring car as well as a universal velcro battery mount available. Starting with the spool, the part is also available in a blue colour version and it features new ver.2 lightweight hardened steel outdrives for a lowered weight and added rigidity. It sports laser-etched markings and is a direct replacement for the stock spool. Also new is a universal velcro battery mount. Making use of widely adjustable carbon fibre brackets, aluminium mounts and a Spec-R branded hock and loop strap the quick release battery mount should fit a wide range of touring car chassis from different brands.

Click here to view the battery mount

January 20, 2014

Sweep Jilles Groskamp signature edition car stand

Sweep introduce this Jilles Groskamp signature edition on-road car stand for 1/10 and 1/12th scale chassis. It is made from aluminium and comes in a bright blue colour that perfectly matches with the iconic “Tamiya blue” anodising of Tamiya TRF chassis. The stand sports a small footprint, a low 24mm profile and four rubber feet make for a secure stand even on slippery pit boards.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]

January 19, 2014

Team Orion VDS2-HV XS 1007 low-profile servo

Team Orion have introduced the latest addition to their line of waterproof high-voltage digital servos, the VDS2-HV XS 1007 low-profile servo. Suitable for 1/10 off-road and on-road as well as 1/8 on-road it has a speed of 0.07s/60° and torque of 10kg-cm and features high quality metal gears and a precision case made out of high-grade plastic and aluminium.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 19, 2014

LRP ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec 2 engine

LRP ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec.2 engine

LRP have released details on their new ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec 2 buggy engine. This new version claims to have more power, a higher top speed, better fuel efficiency and linear power delivery compared to the previous version. To achieve this, changes have been made to the piston and conrod as well as to the liner with the needles in the carburetor also having been revised. Finally the cooling head fins have been inclined upward to create more surface area for better cooling.

View images of the engine internals here

January 18, 2014

Diggity Designs Rebel 12 battery holder

New for the Top Racing Rebel 12 from Diggity Designs is this 2mm carbon fibre o-ring battery holder. This holder allows the racer to use an o-ring to hold the battery in place, replacing the need for tape. The holder floats on its own plain and does not tweak the chassis or side spring plate and two possible positions can be used. The set includes holder, hardware and o-ring.

View an image of the mounted holder here

January 18, 2014

Arrowmax tool storage base

Arrowmax have released this handy new tool storage base. CNC-machined from a single piece of aluminium its unique lightweight design allows the user to organise all of their tools. This product is ideal for those who like to stay organised offering a space saving and easy to set-up solution. Works with Arrowmax tools but also tools from other manufacturers.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

January 17, 2014

JConcepts G-Locs SCT tire

JConcepts’ new G-Locs SCT tire is a super low-profile, aggressively treaded tire which is purpose built for those aggressive speed-runs and specifically for vehicles capable of high-voltage or high-horsepower fun. Deep G-Loc tread-depth and style provides the healthy footing for maximum durability and ground pounding asphalt traction while a thick, reinforced tire carcass, with internal overlapping X-braced ribbing provides unparalleled support, reducing unwanted tire expansion, for gained high-speed control. G-Locs, are manufactured using the exclusive ROAR National Championship winning yellow compound for the best gripping performance. Supplied with profiled closed cell inserts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]