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May 3, 2017

Sebastian Recio doubles at Argentinian On-road Champs

The 2017 Argentinian On-road Championships were recently held in Buenos Aires in several nitro on-road categories. In the premier 1/8th Free class Sebastian Recio took the title from Agustin Cutini in 2nd and Flavio Elias 3rd. In the 1/8th “3 Transfer” class, understood to be a stock engine category, it was Agusto Quinteros who came out fastest from Frank Delepiane on the runner-up spot while Martin Mazzeo rounded out the podium in 3rd. In 1/8th GT Sebastian Recio took his second title this weekend with Flavio Elias and Carlos Fernando Lima coming in 2nd and 3rd respectively. Finally in the 1/10th 200mm touring class Marcos Corbani came out fastest to grab the title from Enzo Branciforte and Lucas Lemes.

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May 3, 2017

Mugen Seiki MTC1 electric touring car kit – Coming soon

Following a first teaser image Mugen Seiki have released more information on their forthcoming MTC1 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. The company’s first electric on-road kit was developed for more than a year and it features a class-standard dual belt drive train, an “intelligent” caster adjustment system, zero tweak flex system, adjustable body positioning, ultra low profile big bore shocks, front double joint drive shafts, hard coated aluminium rear drive shafts, low friction pulleys, ball raced sway bars, one piece motor mount, fully adjustable narrow steering system, aerodynamic front bumper, and a fully adjustable suspension in terms of camber, toe, caster, wheelbase, track width, roll centre, diff/spool height, and steering angle. No additional images are available yet but as the car looks pretty much production ready the official presentation shouldn’t be too far away. In addition to Mugen’s original teaser image you can view above we tried to get more out of the photo so you can find a slightly brightened up image after the break.

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May 2, 2017

“The Fabulous” Barry Baker retires from RC racing

Veteran racer and living RC legend, Barry Baker has announced his retirement from RC racing. With 30+ years of racing under his belt “The Fabulous one” as he is often called, has attended his last race this past weekend, standing on the podium with long-time fellows Mark Pavidis and Greg Hodapp. We at Red RC wish him all the best for his future endeavours at hope to meet him again in his new spectator role.

After 30+ year of racing RC cars I have raced my last race. The passion for competition is still there but the fire and fun of racing is no longer.

Read Barry’s statement in full here

May 2, 2017

O.S. Engine introduce new .12 & .21 engine packs

Ahead of the forthcoming Shizuoka Hobby Show Japanese company O.S. Engines have released first informations the new MAX-12TG Ver.III Plus Racer Pack and two MAX-21XR-B Ver.2 based engine packs. Starting with the 1/10th scale on-road engine, the MAX-12TG Ver.III Plus Racer Pack includes the previously limited edition .12 engine and also the M1007SC manifold and T-1080SC exhaust pipe with the two making for increased low-RPM torque and power. It is understood that the engine set also includes standard and turbo combustion camber inserts.

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May 2, 2017

Rob Janssen wins at Dutch EP On-road Nationals Rd1

Round 1 of the Dutch Electric On-road National Championship was held at the HFCC Racing Club in Den Haag. The tight low-grip track was a bit of a challenge for most drivers but come Sunday the grip level raised, making for some good racing. The fight for the win in A1 was on between Robert Krens and Rob Janssen. In the final stages of the leg Robert, who was in the lead, made a small mistake, allowing Rob to pass and to bring home the win.

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May 2, 2017

ABC Hobby Gambado 2017 1/10th M-size FWD car kit

Japanese company ABC Hobby have introduced the 2017 version of their popular Gambado 1/10th M-size FWD car kit. Based off of the previous version the 2017 variant features redesigned aluminium steering knuckles, new 3mm carbon fibre upper suspension plates with stabiliser mounts as well as a new aluminium rear suspension brace for improved overall rigidity. The chassis accepts 208mm to 210mm wheelbase body shells and it will hit stores soon.

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May 2, 2017

Tamiya TT-02D Mazda RX-7 FD3S 1/10th drift car kit

Coming from Tamiya is the Mazda RX-7 FD3S drift car kit on the proved TT-02D 4WD chassis. Made for entry-level drifting or as a base for further customising, the shaft-driven car features a clear, highly detailed RX-7 body shell, it comes with multi-spoke chrome rims, special drift tyres and the kit will hit stores in early July.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

May 2, 2017

Kyosho Inferno GT3 1/8th nitro on-road kit

Kyosho have released first information on their forthcoming Inferno GT3 1/8th nitro on-road kit. Developed for the ever growing 1/8th GT class, the vehicle is based off of the successful Inferno MP9 TKI4 off-road platform and it is the follow-up model to the long-running and ageing GT2 kit. The kit will feature aluminium big bore shock absorbers and alloy shock stays for improved handling while significantly lighter differential make for quicker acceleration and improved mileage. The suspension components are understood to be taken over from the TKI4 as well while the proven 2-speed gearbox is a reminiscence to the GT2. Also new is a large yet light bumper assembly while the body mounts allow for forward or rearward mounting positions. All that is attached to a redesigned chassis with optimise flex characteristics and weight distribution. The car can be outfitted with select MP9-series option parts and it will hit stores in July.

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