New for the LRP Shark mini buggy, comes this new body shell from Phat Bodies. The Short Course SC18 shell is made from high quality 0.8mm polycarbonate and is a simple way to get into the latest craze without the need for a large track. Sold clear, it is available soon. Source: Phat Bodies [phatbodies.bigcartel.com]…
To celebrate Renaud Savoya’s European title, RB have release this limited edition Shark 9 engine. This high performance engine has 3 ports with the multi exhaust system delivering an excellent power/fuel consumption rate. Featuring a 14mm long stroke balanced crankshaft with coated pin it is supplied with a turbo glow plug and combustion chamber as well as a 9mm carburetor provided with 6mm, 7mm and 8mm restrictors. This engine will also be delivered with complete in-line kit RB 2045P and compact manifold and as an extra gift comes with the RB Gas cooler. This special edition is limited to 400…
…finals format was used. With no direct qualifiers for the A final, even the quickest drivers would need to prove themselves worthy of a place in the grand final by finishing in the top 4 in their semi final. Qualifying was dominated by Mirage Racing’s Mark Stiles; he topped the time sheets in all 3 rounds with his Nosram powered LRP shark and took tq by 5 seconds ahead of Chris Kerswell and Keith Robertson. Mark won his semi final with relative ease, but would only line up second on the grid for the grand final after Chris set a…
LRP have announced the release of this upgrade kit for their Shark-18 line, which helps improves the performance of the car. The carbon plate chassis conversion kit converts all Shark-18 models from the standard plastic tub chassis to a high-performance platform of carbon plate chassis and top deck. Featuring cut-out battery positions and a significant lower weight than normal plastic tub chassis, this carbon chassis increases precision handling and traction on all surfaces. The kit is supplied with the carbon chassis, upper deck and battery mount, as well as blue anodized motor mounts and battery posts and all the required…
Round 3 of the BRCA Micro National series took place at the WRCC track recently and it attracted the biggest ever entry at a Micro Nationals event. The finals were run over 2 mains, both of which counted, with any ties on scores decided by fastest single race time of either final. Mark Styles with the LRP Shark-18 took the win in the 1st final with Chris Doughty in 2nd place, while at the end of the 2nd action packed final Chris Doughty found himself in 2nd position again but this time with Mark Styles in 3rd place and this…
New from CS Electronic is this 1/18th scale Lola closed cockpit bodyshell, that is suitable for the Xray M18 and the LRP Shark S18 TC. Made using lightweight Lexan, the streamlined design of the shell ensures good downforce and consistent handling, something that is very important in mini class racing. Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]…
…motors and are perfect all round controllers. The Super Reverse can handle ove 5.5 turn BL and 7.0 turn Brushed while the Bullet can work with 3.0 turn BL and 4.0 turn brushed. Also on show is the new super lightweight NEXXT sensorless speed control system which gives sensored driveabililty even without hall sensors. LRP had a new engine for their previously released S8-BX buggy, called the ZR-21X, and had an RTR version of the S8-BX present. The new Shark Monster 18 and full option version were also there along with 2 new mini cars, a monster truck called the…
LRP is have released the 2008 specification of their Non RTR Shark-18 Race Monster Truck. The 08 Spec has many enhancements in detail like the impressively painted bodyshell in an all new airbrush design with metallic and chrome effect. The shining chrome spoiler and chrome v-spoke rims complete the unique and awesome look. In addition, it has all the high-tech features which combine the agility of a 1/18 Buggy with the fun of a genuine Monster Truck such as 4WD shaft all-wheel drive, pivot ball front suspension, 4-spider differential, fully equipped with low-friction ball bearings and much more. Click more…
