Coming soon from Azarashi is the Type-Q11 body shell for 210mm M-class on-road cars, such as the Tamiya M-chassis kits. The comical recreation of a certain German sports car is moulded from high-quality polycarbonate and it will fit most 210mm M-class chassis. Included with the clear body shell comes a detailed decal sheet that contains head and tail lights, grills and window frames.
Team Associated have introduced crawler specific variants of their Rado 2 brushed motors. The Radon 2 Crawler motor’s 5-slot design delivers a smooth powerband for precision control while traversing steep, uneven, or rocky terrain. Dual ball-bearings improve performance and reliability while adjustable timing allows for adjustments to compensate for different drivetrain configurations that require reverse motor rotation. These features together result in a powerful, reliable, economical, and versatile choice for those who prefer brushed motor power. The Radon 2 Crawler motor is available in 12T, 16T, and 20T versions to suit a variety of applications and speed requirements.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
FX Engines have announced the soon release of their new K501 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. No other details beside a teaser image are available yet but full information are expected to surface in time for the release.
Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]
Lunsford Racing have announced the release of a new-style screw head for their 3mm fasteners. With an ultra sleek head design combined with an over-sized diameter head, the Custom Lunsford pan head titanium screw is the ideal screw for servo or motor installation. The 7.8mm head size eliminates the need for a washer while the low profile head design at just 1.2mm brings in added elegance and purpose. To minimise tool needs for 1:10 vehicles, the pan head has a 2mm broach. The fastener is available in 8mm, 10mm and 15mm length.
Yokomo have introduced new 6-hole shock pistons for the BD9 touring car. Using the same hole diameter as the standard 4-hole variants, the 6-hole parts offer improved absorption against fine vibrations while keeping good overall response for enhanced traction. Also the outer diameter is also slightly enlarged for less blow-by during fast compression and thus improved balance in fast corners. To achieve the same mount of damping, upping shock viscosity by 50 to 100cst is advised.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
Traxxas are known for their performance ready-to-run vehicles but now also step up their game in the kit sector with the introduction of the Stampede 4×4 unassembled kit. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is designed Traxxas Tough to handle all the 4-wheel drive monster mayhem owners can dish out. Its tall ground clearance and long-arm suspension make Stampede 4×4 feel unstoppable and it combines all the mud-slinging fun of the RTR Stampede with the excitement of building your own truck. Offered as a true roller chassis, the Stampede 4×4 kit allows build-it-yourself freedom to add your choice of motor, ESC, servo, and radio system. All the parts are organised neatly in labeled bags with a fully illustrated colour manual to make building rewarding and fun. The Stampede 4×4 Kit is perfect for drivers of almost any age or skill level and it comes including a clear truck body shell, allowing to create own paint ideas.
Coming soon from Tamiya is an oil-filled gear differential unit for the TT-02 entry-level touring car kit. Sold as a complete kit, the set included composite gear and housing, gaskets, O-rings, gears, screws, outdrives and bearings. Also included is a bottle of oil. The gear diff will fit all TT-02 style chassis.
Source: Tamiya [tamiyausa.com]
Kyosho Europe have introduced the new Picco .21 Buggy Blast Race Ceramic nitro off-road engine. The 3.5cc power plant builds on the Blast Team edition engine, however is comes with a standard non-DLC crankshaft but a new generation vacuum injection-moulded crankcase for greatly improved stability of the engine. Other features include a new piston and sleeve whose new manufacturing process and materials ensure better wear resistance and consistency.
Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]
