November 19, 2019

Carisma Racing CRF-GT Pagani Zonda R 1/10th pan car

Carisma have introduced their new Carisma Racing CRF-GT Pagani Zonda R 1/10th scale 2WD Performance pan car kit that is limited to 500 pieces world wide. The CRF-GT is based on the new Carisma Racing CRF platform, an innovative 2WD race chassis that features the same geometry and tuning options of its chassis-only CRF kit sibling. The only noticeable differences are the addition of a front bumper and the design of the battery hold down mechanism. Each chassis will come laser-engraved with its edition number making this not only a fun and iconic Supercar to own, but also a collectible snapshot of automotive history. The body is made under license from Horacio Pagani S.P.A., Italy, and it is meant to be the most realistic body shell in the history of Carisma Racing. The body panels are screen-printed to replicate the original car’s Dry Carbon look and this finish is only available with this Limited Edition kit. To complete the realism and photo realistic look, injection-moulded accessories are used to further enhance the detail and replicate items like wing mirrors, spoilers and all of the aerodynamic aids of the full-scale car. The kit includes the chassis and body shell and requires wheels, tyres, electronics, and paint.

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November 19, 2019

Jack Hirst TQs & wins at 2020 AWS Rd2

The second round of the 2020 AWS was held at the NDOR Notts & Derby Off Road club in the UK last weekend. In the Nitro Buggy class it was Jack Hirst with the TQ and win, a lap in front of runner-up, Mitch Booth after the 15-minute main final. Kieran Cox came in 3rd while Matt Lewis and Liam Brocklehurst rounded out the top 5 results.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


November 19, 2019

Absima CR4T Ultimate Carbon 4-channel radio system

Absima have introduced their new CR4T Ultimate Carbon 4-channel radio system. The transmitter features a new carbon fibre design for improved looks while the new, faster A.F.H.D.S.2A transmitting technology with 8ms reaction time ensures exceptional vehicle control. Other features include the Brilliant Touch Screen display, 20-model memory, telemetry functions as well as a race-legal Race Mode to deactivate all telemetry systems. A multi-language menu rounds out the key features. The transmitter comes as a combo set including two water-proof micro receivers as well as voltage, temperature and speed telemetry sensors.

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November 19, 2019

Blaze RC DK4 1/9 4WD Desert Rally vehicle

Blaze RC have introduced their new DK4 1/9th scale 4WD Desert Rally pre-assembled chassis kit. The car utilises professional-grade parts with the plastics being made by Xray and many of the drivetrain components being machined using S2-grade spring steel material. The 4WD vehicle features a fully adjustable suspension with threaded aluminium body bleeder cap shock absorbers, left/right turnbuckles and it makes use of a 3-diff drivetrain for exceptional traction in a variety of track conditions. The weight balance is adjustable by using a centre-front of centre-rear motor setup and aluminium suspension mounts as well as carbon fibre chassis parts and shock towers round out the package. Included in the rolling chassis kit are also large diameter block tread tyres on black multi-spoke rims and the kit is complete with a Desert Rally truck body shell as well as an optional buggy lid that allows to easily convert the truck into a race-inspired performance buggy.

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November 19, 2019

Carlos Barros TQs & wins at IRC Series Rd3

Round 3 of the Spanish IRC Series was held at the IRC Arena in Callosa de Segura this past weekend. In the Touring 10.5T Stock class it was Carlos Barros with the overall TQ after making a clean sweep in the qualifiers and he would also bring home the wins in all three A-main legs for the overall win in front of Jesus Dato Vidal and David Perez Molina. With one round to go Carlos is currently leading the overall championship and he is also the pre-event favourite going into the season finale.

Source: Vortex Racing [facebook.com]


November 19, 2019

Team Bomber orange/yellow dual compound rear tyres

Team Bomber from Japan have introduced their new orange/yellow dual compound foam tyres for 1/12th scale pan cars. Developed for the use in stock classes or in high-bite track conditions, the dual compound foam utilises the proven standard orange and the rubber-based yellow foams to achieve even greater performance while overcoming many disadvantages associated with using dual compound tyres. The set includes six pre-cut tyres that are usable on almost every 1/12th scale rear rim.

Source: Team Bomber [teambomber.jp]


November 19, 2019

Tobias Vogel wins at Longwy Winter Series opener

The opening round of the popular Longwy Winter Series was held last weekend in Longwy, France. The club, which is situated in the northern part of France, laid out a nice and flowing carpet track with the event drawing more than 100 entries and the biggest class of the weekend was the Touring 13.5 Superstock category with over 50 entries alone. After the triple A-mains and When the dust had settled, it was Tobias Vogel with the overall victory from Florian Joos in 2nd, the latter having to cope with a power deficit in A2 and A3 but was able to secure the overall runner-up spot with a win in the third A-main as Alexander Becker would round out the top 3 results.

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