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October 15, 2010

Serpent Cobra-T 1/8th scale truggy

Following yesterdays release of the video showing Billy Easton testing the new Serpent truggy, the Dutch company have released details and CAD images on the new Billy Easton designed Cobra-T. Sharing many of the same parts and design elements of the buggy, the Truggy is different in many aspects and requires quite a selection of specific parts as well. The larger wheel/tyres and different body-type style, together with longer wheel-base do require intensive testing to find again the right balance in the car, as well as the correct level of grip and to be very good on large jumps too. The end result is a very sleek and “low” design, with a perfect left to right and front to back balance, making it a very nimble car and easy to push very hard out on the track. The Serpent Cobra-T will most likely feature CNC machined 7075 T6 shock towers, instead of the carbon ones, as standard. Release of the new truggy is planned for early December 2010.

View more CAD images here

October 15, 2010

Xray RX8 1/8th scale coming soon

Coming in 2011, Xray have released this teaser for their long expected entry into the 1/8th scale on road market. Named the RX8, we have no details as of yet but we can expect a full release in the near future.

Destined to take the “Formula-1” of R/C car racing by storm, a new generation of purebred emerges from the XRAY stable. In the ultra-high speed world of 1/8 on-road racing, the secret to success lays in harnessing raw power lap after lap, slicing from corner to corner and through traffic with the skill and precision of a fighter pilot, eating up straights in the merest fractions of seconds. Welcome the new XRAY RX8 Competition 1/8 on-road car.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

October 15, 2010

RB Serpent Cobra body shell

RB have introduced the latest addition to their range of buggy bodies with the release of this new shell for the Cobra S811 from Serpent. Made with high quality lexan, the RB bodies are designed to improve the performance of your buggy and come transparent with a protection film and windows mask.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

October 15, 2010

Schumacher Mi1 Touring Car

Schumacher have announced the release of the Mi1 Touring Car. In response to customer demand they have produced a low cost, back to basics touring car for when you want to race. The Mi1 is simple to maintain, durable and above all, great to drive. With an efficient transmission and precise CNC machined motor plate, it handles like a dream. Using tried and tested suspension, with CNC alloy shocks the Mi1 offers a higher specification than other ‘entry level’ touring cars. Designed to use the latest LiPo batteries and with a excellent range of easy adjustments and option parts available, the Mi1 is fully tunable for what ever track you decide to race on.

View more details on the car here

October 14, 2010

Kyosho V-One R4 200mm chassis

Having briefly mentioned the upcoming release of the new Kyosho V-One R4 earlier this month, the Japanese company has shown off their new 200mm chassis at this week’s All Japan Model Hobby show. Developed by team drivers Adrien Bertin and Takaaki Shimo, the new car seems to feature a new radio plate, front body mount as well as a new fuel tank and presumably a new chassis plate to accommodate a RX battery placement change as a result of the new tank, plus a host of other changes. We don’t have any concrete specs but we will bring you full details as we get them.

View another image of the car here

October 14, 2010

Arrowmax lexan body reamer

More new tools from Arrowmax with the release of this reamer for lexan bodies. The sharp cutting tip has been made from the highest quality materials and hard coated for extra durability. The tip also sports diameter measurements so you know exactly how big the hole is you are making, up to 18mm. Like the other tools in the range, the handle has been made from purple anodised aluminium and features a knurled surface for good grip and an end cap for extra comfort. Supplied with cover to protect the tip in your tool box.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

October 14, 2010

Video – Serpent Cobra-T truggy

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Serpent have released this video showing their offroad designer and team driver Billy Easton testing the new Cobra-T truggy. This was the first run for the new car and we can assume it is based on the S811 buggy, but we will bring you more information as we get it.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

October 13, 2010

Renaud Savoya joins RB Products USA

RB Products USA have announced the appointment of 3 time European Champion Renaud Savoya to their staff. Renaud is well known around the world for his accomplishments as a professional driver and will be dedicating his time at RB Products USA to the continuing promotion of the RB brand, as well as research and development and after sales technical support. Having just spent quite some time racing in Australia, he will now focus on competing on the grueling American racing circuit, aiming to take wins for the French engine brand. Julie Besson, Renaud’s partner, will also join RB Products USA on the commercial side in order to provide the best service for US customers.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]