Arena have released these front spool drive cups for the Tamiya TRF417 touring car. Made from spring steel the pair of drive cups features 2 sets of slots to use, increasing the life of the part.
Source: RC Market [rcmarket.com.hk]
Probably the single most asked question: will there be off-road in VRC Pro? Yes, VRC Pro goes off-road, delivering on an old promise. The first class to feature in VRC Pro will be the immensely popular electric powered 1:10 scale 4WD Short Course Truck class. These cars are a good starting point into off-road, they are fun and exciting to drive (and fly…) and with the spectacular short course truck bodies they really look great on the off-road tracks. With this class VRC Pro caters for the typical basher as well as the typical racer. A wide range of top-brand tires and special off-road motors will be available for the short course trucks.
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Having shown us the prototype back in January, HB are now releasing the Gridlock 1/8th scale buggy tire. The ideal tyre to bridge the gap between the HB Khaos and Megabite tyres, it features taller blocks than the HB Megabite, allowing the tyre to grip through loose, thick or ‘fluffy’ dirt. The Gridlock is also perfectly suited for tracks that have a clean racing line that is high traction and abrasive, the Megabite could have too much traction and the Gridlock would be great in these conditions. Available in extra soft pink compound for extra grip in low traction environments and soft red compound for racing or low-traction surfaces.
Source: HB [hpieurope.com]
Zeppin Racing have released some more new parts for the Team Associated TC6.1 with the introduction of this 7075 aluminium spool hub. More durable than the original part, it is designed to be very light, weighing in at only 3.8 grams. Also for the same car is this pair of 2.5 degree aluminium rear hubs, which are designed to be more durable than the original plastic parts.
Seen in prototype form at this year’s Nuremberg Toy Fair, Arrowmax have released their new car stand. Not your standard affair, its special design sees the frame edge machined from 7075 aluminum while top is made from a piece of graphite to keep weight down without compromising strength or durability.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
More new items from KM for the H-K1 Evo II with the release of these rear anti-rol bar ball ends. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium and hard coated for durability they are super lightweight and a direct replacement for the standard part.
Source: KM [km-rc.com]
Pro-Line are showing off some sneak peeks of their upcoming products. For 1/10th scale electric buggy PL will release their popular Bow-Tie rear and Crime Fighter front tires for this resurgent class. Another product being teased is a new shock shaft which is claiming great things, but we have no further details. More information as we get it.
Team Titan have released their new Blitz WRX 190mm TC body shell. The body is designed with less downforce and less steering compared with their XFR shell and works perfect on carpet as it helps reduce traction roll if the grip is high. Less steering and quick response will also make your car very easy to drive on large wide open tracks and very stable on throttle.
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