After releasing a Hybrid Flex Chassis for its 1:28 kit, Xbility has now released one specifically designed for their Formula 1 kit the XB-F1 which was released at the end of last year. The chassis combines an aluminium chassis section with a carbon chassis section, bolted together. The torsional flex can be adjusted by adding or removing screws, allowing you to control the desired level of chassis flex.
Source: Xbility [xbilityrc.com]
North Carolina based oval kit manufacturer Custom Works has released the second iteration of its Dirt Oval 1:10 Midget class racer the Beast 2. This updated version includes the necessary options for racing on both high bite and loose dirt style surfaces that typically use 2.2 buggy styled rubber tyres. The Beast 2 also includes all the standard high quality parts as the original Beast plus several new or upgraded parts. Laydown and standup transmission options as well as adjustable offset features and servo locations in the chassis mean you only need one car for the different types of track surfaces you may encounter. With many of the parts utilised to meet the spec class requirements there are several other optional parts that can be used outside of the spec class rules for quicker and easier adjustments including optional Custom Works patented adjustable rear arms, and optional Gear Differential.
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Swiss 1:28 specialists DAS Speed has released Modular Racing Rims that allow you to change your offset but keep your same tyre. With the tag line ‘Test the Offset – Not another Tyre’, each modular rims consisting of a 3-screw connection, an Anti-traction Roll Disc Assembled, a Molded Rim, a 0.5 mm tuning shim, and interchangeable hub. The DAS rims have been designed around the tyre with the rim compound having been purposefully selected for its excellent adhesion with CA glue, helping create a strong and reliable bond between the tyre and rim. From their testing and experience with molded 1:28 racing rims, this is the most concentric molded rim they have experienced to date – providing an exceptionally true and consistent foundation for the tyre. Integrated glue channels help CA flow and distribute across the tyre-to-rim contact surface. Three access openings on the inside of the rim allow the glue tip to reach deeper toward the centre of the tyre, helping achieve more complete and consistent adhesion across the full width of the tyre.
UK specialists in the design of performance RC parts and kits, BattCave has just introduced their new JOK3R+ . The next evolution of their proven JOK3R platform, bringing together our latest developments and improvements, the new JOK3R+ is offered in three different chassis options, GRP, Carbon Surface and T-7075 alloy. Each kit also features new Short A-Arms & front ride-height shims, new JOK3R+ V2 Pod Bobbins, improved plastics throughout, revised TPU front bumper & steering bump stop, Aqua Silicone Side Bands as standard, and a 2mm Long Top Decks as standard. 100% Mini Construction Rule compliant, for the first time, the JOK3R+ is available as a full self-build kit, complete with our comprehensive hard copy user manual. On the chassis material options, the 3mm Black GRP is their proven and versatile JOK3R chassis. The 3mm Carbon Surface GRP (CSGRP) has a premium carbon surface finish with a wider flex tuning window and solid-profile design. The 2mm Black T-7075 Alloy version offers increased rigidity and a significantly lower centre of gravity, particularly effective in medium to high traction conditions. Most JOK3R-R parts remain cross-compatible with the JOK3R+, allowing existing owners to continue using many of their current spares and tuning parts.
Corsatec, the engine brand headed by Adrien Bertin, has announced the signing of Norwegian Offroad talent Daniel Kobbevik ahead of the upcoming IFMAR 1:8 Nitro Buggy World Championship in Texas. The factory Schumacher driver, who finally claimed his first European title when he became the EFRA 1:10 4WD Offroad European Champion in Austria during the Summer, has had a limited nitro program but has travelled to France to get some finally mileage in ahead of the trip to the Thornhill Racing Circuit. Announcing their newest team member on social media, Corsatec posted, ‘A new chapter begins. We’re proud to welcome Daniel Kobbevik to the Corsatec family, joining us for his new challenge in Nitro. And there’s no better place to start: Daniel will make his first race with Corsatec at the World Championship. A new driver. A new challenge. And the biggest stage to begin. Welcome to Corsatec, Daniel. Let’s get to work. switch to nitro getting some pre race test.’
Source: Corsatec [Facebook]
US electric onroad kit manufacturer Excelerate RC has a new Ball Differential offering for its Prodigy F1 kit. After the release of its full size F1 inspire gear diff last year, the new version of the more conventional ball diff features a lightweight carbon fibre axle. Finished with precision machined aluminium components the updated diff provides the perfect base off which to dial in your Prodigy F1.
Source: Exceleraterc [exceleraterc.com]
Announcing a number of new options parts for its range of cars, 1:28 World Champion manufacturer Xbility is introducing this Hybrid Flex Chassis with Servo Mount. The hybrid chassis combines a steel chassis section with a carbon chassis section, bolted together. The torsional flex can be adjusted by adding or removing screws, allowing the desired level of chassis flex to be controlled.
Source: Xbility [xbilityrc.com]
US Dirt oval specialists Team GFRP has released their 2027 Hustler Car Kit which is designed for extreme high bite rubber tyre sprint needs. The kit features a new front shock tower and camber link mounting design for better adjustability as well as a new stock forward servo mounting for better weight bias in the car. This 2027 also features the 70mm molded front arms and narrow casters for more stability and a better steering response. Now stock are the 5* molded steering arms, a popular upgrade from the previous models. The shocks have been shortened to allow a faster response. New molded high roll centre hubs paired with a wider outer arm allow for improved adjustability on the rear end. The 2027 Hustler comes with a gear differential and new machined laydown delrin 39t case for better weight bias in the car.
