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November 22, 2012

Yokomo B-MAX2 MR EP buggy

New from Yokomo, the latest evolution of the B-MAX2 now allows the rear gear box to be mounted in either mid-ship or rear-motor configuration. An increasing number of races are being held on high grip surfaces such as carpet or artificial grass and the mid-ship configuration allows a more centralized weight distribution which dramatically improves handling and cornering speed. The rear-motor configuration is more conducive for common dirt off-road running surfaces as it provides more optimal traction and coupled with the newly developed cab-forward body shell, the result is a very refined and balanced handling characteristic. And equipped standard with items such as the highly reliable big bore ‘X’ shocks, and the newly designed rear ball differential, the latest kit is ready to take on a variety of racing conditions.

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November 22, 2012

WRC Racing STX EP touring car

WRC Racing, best known for their 1/10th F1 chassis, the F-One 200, have released the first pictures of their new 190mm EP Touring car. Another brand to enter the market this year, the STX has some unique features the most noticeable being the ‘upper’ deck which utilizes two plates of carbon running perpendicular to the chassis plate to create stiffness. Along the length of the braces are struts which can be removed to increase flex. The steering servo is centrally mounted as is the norm using a very low and lightweight solution, while the steering/Ackerman plate moves along pins instead of pivoting on a central point. We can expect complete details when the car is released at the beginning of December.

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November 22, 2012

Serpent Cobra buggy rear springs

Serpent have introduced new Cobra buggy rear springs. The new springs have less coils, less wire than before while retaining the same length. The new configuration means a more progressive character to increase steering, especially on corner entry, and also feels more stable on landing. Each spring is ground flat, individually checked for straightness, paired in sets of 2 and are color coded as before. The springs will fit many other brands of cars with 16mm big bore shocks.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

November 22, 2012

RB Compact V2 buggy manifold

RB has developed a new buggy manifold called Compact V2 to perfectly fit the narrower modern 1/8th cars which removes the need to cut the body and body guard. Designed with a parabolic progressive shape to keep the right gas flux, it is polished inside and out and fits the Mugen MBX6 and RB One perfectly. Supplied with strong silicone gasket and springs it is available in two sizes, medium and long.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

November 22, 2012

Xray NT1 front reinforcement brace

Similar to that released for the RX8, Xray have released this graphite brace for the flex radio plate on the NT1. Made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre, the front reinforcement brace stiffens the front of the car for high-traction conditions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 21, 2012

AKA Indoor Clay compound

The latest addition to AKA’s proprietary compounds is the indoor or “clay” compound. After thorough research and development, the compound has been finely tuned to create maximum traction and performance on clay tracks. The clay compound will be available in 1:8 Buggy, 1:10 Short Course and 1:10 Buggy in many of the tread patterns they currently offer.

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]

November 21, 2012

Pro-Line Big Blox 1/8th buggy tire

Pro-Line have announced their new Big Blox 1/8th buggy tire. Customers and Racers continue to demand higher and higher performance out of 1:8 Buggy Race tires while also requiring tires that last longer and longer. Large center lugs formed into a grid pattern provide the base for the long wear characteristics and unmatched mechanical grip found by all test drivers. The Big Blox tire also features Bow-Tie shaped lugs that scoop the Earth and propel your buggy to the top step of the podium. Great care was taken in detailing the side tread to achieve the same smooth side bite and steering feel found in Pro-Line’s highly successful Blockade Race Tire. The Large Lugs on the Big Blox allow racers to choose softer compounds than previously possible while still lasting through long A-Mains.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

November 21, 2012

Spektrum DX4S transmitter

The Spektrum DX4S is a great choice for the sport driver who wants a full-featured transmitter that does it all. Bashing, boating, racing or rock crawling, its 4-channel flexibility, impressive software features and advanced ergonomics have what it takes. If you’re looking for a surface transmitter that can do it all, the DX4S is it. Not only does it give you the flexibility of four channels, but it includes an impressive array of programming features. This includes pre-set mixes like 4-wheel steering, two user-defined mixes, on-the-fly mix rate control, ABS and more.

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