Mon-Tech have introduced their new M-20 1/12th scale pan car body shell that as developed in cooperation with Schumacher’s Andy Murray and Nathanel Goodban. The lid makes for and easy and precise car feeling which is essential especially in Modified classes. The body comes in standard and La Leggera lightweight variants and it is EFRA homologated and part of the body list for the 2020 IFMAR 1/12th scale Worlds.
Hitec have introduced their new DB777WP waterproof low-profile servo. Designed with a full metal, IP-67 rated waterproof case, the advanced, programmable servo is Hitec’s fastest low-profile option for 1/10th buggy and touring car drivers. The DB777WP is powered by a 32-bit micro controller unit and 12-bit analog to digital converter, bringing high resolution, rapid response, and patented Smart Sense technology.
View lists of the features and specifications here
Coming from Ulti are their new Invincible RS270 high-grade 1/12th scale tyres. Developed for all racing conditions that normally use “X” compound tyres, the new foam compound offers exceptional side bite, without disrupting balance in high-grip conditions. The tyre are available pre-mounted on black multi-spoke rims and in different hardnesses. The RS270 compound can also be used in combination with Ulti’s R277 rubber for even greater tyre choices.
Source: Nuclear [nuclear.ne.jp]
Following a couple of teaser images on social media, Serpent have fully unveiled their all-new X20 Medius 4WD electric touring car kit. The chassis is based on the popular Medius mid-motor design, using a light weight and strong 1-piece motor mount concept, without any interference between the front and rear chassis flex while still allowing centre flex adjustability. The advantage for this style of design is to allow maximum flex capabilities without impacting the drivetrain, meaning smoother power delivery, more consistency and less chance of stripping spurs. Using the last four years of development, the X20 keeps the successful 4X proven pivot ball style suspension setup allowing for easy and fast adjustments to camber, toe, track width etc. A new 2-point steering crank system has been implemented for more Ackermann adjustment, coupled with the 4X geometry.
Beans RC in Sherrodsville, Ohio held the 1st Annual Night Of The Living Nitros recently. In 1/8th E-Buggy it was Xray’s Paul Ciccarello who would take the win by almost a lap with Tekno RC’s Joey Bourdon 2nd and Agama’s Ryan Lutz in 3rd.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Power HD have introduced their all-new Storm-S15 reverse receiver wire low-profile HV brushless servo. With the receiver wire leaving the case on the opposite side of the outdrive gear – and thus on the inside of the chassis in most cases – wiring can be carried out much neater compared to standard servos that always have the wire on the “outside” of the chassis. Therefore the servo is the ideal choice especially for 1/10th touring cars, as it not only make for more tidy wiring but also prevents the wire from being exposed in the case of a crash. Other features include a 2-tone case anodising on the aluminium case with silver, golden or red details being available, and high-torque aluminium and steel gears make for exceptional durability.
Source: Power HD [chd.hk]
Round 4 of the 2019 Italian 1/8th Off-road Championship was hosted by the Miniautodromo Casa Mora track in Castiglione della Pescaia last weekend. Xray’s Marco Baruffolo would walk away with the overall TQ after the qualifiers, however in the 45-minute A-main event he had to settle for 3rd overall as Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro took the win and with it his 3rd overall championship title. The runner-up spot at round 4 would be obtained by Kyosho’s Marco Baruffolo.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
Mugen Seiki Europe have announced the signing of Burak and Berkan Kilic to their international racing team. The 15 and 13-years old talents are already competing at the highest level with reigning German Champion Burak being able to achieve a podium finish at this year’s European Championship in Italy, while Berkan became Junior European Champion. The two brothers will use Mugen’s MBX8 off-road platform and Mugen Seiki products at all major national and international events with immediate effect.
Source: Mugen [mugen.eu]
