More new parts for the H-K1 200mm chassis with KM Racing releasing this pair of Bando front and rear belts. Made in Japan from Kevlar reinforced plastic, the belts offer extra durability and long life compared the standard versions in the kit.
Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]
We can’t wait to show you what the VRC team has been working on for the past 5 years so here is a sneak preview of what you can expect. In 1:8 nitro you will have the choice between our own Intercept NR8, the Kyosho Evolva M3, the Serpent 966 chassis. The bodies will feature decal sets of all the leading brands in 1;8 nitro on-road racing: Kyosho, Serpent, Mugen, Shepherd, Motonica, Xray, Capricorn and our own Intercept.
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Having already shipped its first drop-down adapter for the Spektrum DX3R transmitter, which gave much improved ergonomics by bringing the steering wheel in-line with the throttle trigger, Grid RC have released this second version. For 2011 they decided to mill the drop-down from a single aluminium billet instead of the two-piece version produced in 2010, the result is a lower weight of 38 grams, which is 10 grams lighter. The kit includes stainless steel fasteners and again installs in minutes.
Source: Grid RC [gridrc.com]
Cobra R/C have introduced this new range of sport servos available in their sport analogue range for the hobby enthusiast. Designed for 1/8th buggies & truggies as well as 1/10th on road and offroad vehicles, the 13AMG features metal gears and coreless motor and has 11kg (4,8v) to 13kg (6v) torque and 0.18sec to 0.14sec operating speed for the respective voltages while the similar 16AMG has 13kg (4,8v) to 16kg (6v) torque and 0.20sec to 0.16sec speeds. They will also release 3 new digital servos in late March and will consist of a 13kg and 16kg as well as a 9kg low profile case servo for electric touring cars were space is limited. All will consist of metal gears and 24bit microprocessor technology.
Source: Cobra R/C
Adding to the list of front anti-roll bar wires of different thickness already available for fine-tuning the setup of your XB808, Xray have released a 2.3mm and 2.5mm version. These anti-roll bars are manually manufactured in-house from premium heat-treated spring steel wire using precision bending machines that ensure equal side angles. Manually measured, selected, and straightened to eliminate all tweak.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Japanese company Tresrey, who are best known outside of their own country for their Durango after market parts, have released their own ESC. Based on the Speed Passion GT2.0 Pro ESC, this new version features the exact same internals and updating functions but sports an awesome looking new red anodised aluminium casing with integrated heatsink for improved cooling.
![Vampire Racing SR1[+] BL ESC](http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/VampireSR1ESC.jpg "Vampire Racing SR1[+] BL ESC")
Vampire Racing were keen to let us know about their new SR1[+] brushless speed controller that they will be launching at the Nuremberg toy fair in less than 2 weeks. We don’t have any specs or further details as yet apart from what we can see in the supplied CAD image but we will bring you all the information as we get it.
Source: Vampire Racing [vampire-racing.com]
With a total of 8 Off-Road World Championship Victories, the Kyosho Inferno series has established and unrivaled record of success. The machine that was driven to victory by Team Kyosho International driver Cody King is now ready for all 1/8 buggy fans to own. With a revised design of the front and rear suspension holder adds strength so the TKI 2 can take on the hardest courses the world has to offer. Also, the battery position has been re-located to the front for improved balance and control under many different conditions. As the name indicates, you can discover what its like to drive the world’s fastest off-road machine with the Inferno MP9 TKI 2 WC (World Champion) Limited Edition.
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