September 8, 2016
Kyosho have announced the soon release of their upgraded Inferno VE ReadySet 1/8th E-buggy kit. The ready-to-run vehicle builds on the proven MP9 and features a sturdy alloy chassis, a robust 4WD drivetrain and large volume shock absorbers. Included in the factory-assembled kit are genuine Team Orion electronics such as a Neon8 brushless motor and a programmable Vortex R8 speed controller. Also included is a high-torque metal gear steering servo and the kit comes with the new Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz radio system for improved vehicle control. The set is rounded out by square block tyres on neon red wheels and…
April 1, 2016
…1/8 GT. The extensive decal sheet lets you deck out your C7.R with Corvette branded windshield headers, “Jake” skull hood logo, number plates, and USA flags. Included with the body is an add-on rear wing, secured with three oversized nylon screws and featuring 2 trim-lines and spill-plate sizes: a lower line for sanctioned racing, and an upper line for low-grip club racing. This body fits 1/8 GT cars with the longer (GT2) wheelbase of 360mm, such as the Kyosho Inferno GT2. GT1 class racers, don’t fret: a shorter wheelbase version (328mm) of the C7.R is coming soon. Source: Protoform [racepf.com]…
March 11, 2016
Hot on the heels of the official presentation of Kyosho’s forthcoming top of the foodchain Inferno MP9 TKI4 buggy, Inferno series designer Yuichi Kanai presents an optional bodyshell for the vehicle. While the kit’s standard bodyshell will feature somewhat low side pods, which makes it ideal for high speed tracks with good traction, the optional body will sport higher side skirts with raised rear “wings” which will make for improved rear traction on low-grip and bumpy tracks. Appart from those two details the bodies seem to be pretty similar. We bring you more information on a release date as soon…
February 16, 2016
Rumours about a possible new Kyosho 1/8th nitro buggy are around for some time, and now things started to materialise as the follow-up model of the successful MP9 TKI3 seems to be around the corner following the appearance of a first image including a features sheet on the Asian website rcfans.com. Still being an MP9 series vehicle, with all its winning pedigree, the TKI4 will be more of an evolution than a revolution of the existing design and according to the information available so far the buggy will feature redesigned steering knuckles with a different steering Ackermann setting, longer front…
February 5, 2016
Kyosho have introduced the new Inferno Neo ST Race Spec 2.0 ReadySet nitro truggy. Having World and National Championship origins the truck builds on a foundation that benefits from more than a decade of development and refinement. The channeled aluminium chassis is made from stronger, more durable alloy, it features moulded chassis braces, and the bulkheads and suspension arms are taken right from the ST-RR Evo racing kit. Front, centre and rear differentials transfer power to the wheels via a strong shaft drive system with ultra-smooth front universal driveshafts and a double disc brake system provides ample stopping power. Moulded…
November 18, 2015
…fitted with a recoil starter, the 21-class engine is fast and simple to start. The Readyset is equipped with the 2.4GHz Syncro KT-231P RC system and KS4031-06W servos and the kit is topped off by a bodyshell available in two colour variations. Features: – Inferno performance in a Readyset. Also great for beginners – Equipped and setup for racing competition – New body features latest design innovations – Pre-installed Syncro KT-231P R/C system – Front and rear shock stays from the Inferno MP777 version are included as standard – Set batteries and add fuel, then start racing Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]…
October 21, 2015
Kyosho Europe have announced the signing of UK’s Jack Embling to the international team. Jack will be using the Inferno MP9 TKI3 chassis with Reds Racing engines and AKA tyres. The young man has improved each year of his career and is now ready to go that extra step and follow his new team mate Elliott Boots to success in 2016. Jack had the following to say: I am incredibly excited to be joining Kyosho factory team for 2016. It’s always been my ambition to drive for Kyosho and I see this as a great opportunity to take my racing…
October 8, 2015
Kyosho America have introduced the Inferno GT2 Type-R 1/8th scale nitro on-road chassis for the ever growing GT class. To realise improved circuit performance, the base GT2 is now equipped with almost 20 optional parts and packaged as a high-performance build kit. Starting with optimised chassis rigidity, high level grip is maintained around the rear, and combines with upgraded braking performance to ensure the weight of the chassis can be delivered to a controlled stop. Other features include the MP9 TKI3 style RC layout, aluminium oil shocks and shock stays, anti-roll bars, centre universal swing shafts as well as a…
