August 13, 2010

Xray 808E 1/8th Brushless buggy

Xray 808E 1/8th Brushless buggy

Shown for the first time at the toy fair back in February Xray have now released the all-new 808E, electric-powered version of their XB808. Designed for professional racers, the 808E features ultra-high performance parts, finest quality materials, unmatched precision in manufacturing, and backed up with Xray support and service. The 808E is delivered in kit form to let you select & install your own electronics.

View the full spec list here


August 12, 2010

Orcan BT5 .21 buggy engine

Orcan BT5 .21 buggy engine

SMI Motorsport has launched a new .21 off-road engine under its well-known Orcan product line. The new BT5 engine has five ports and comes with a combustion chamber for turbo plugs. Optimized combustion and reduced fuel consumption, as well as an easy handling and a solid idle, are the best characteristics of the Orcan BT5 engine. Exclusively produced by Novarossi for Orcan/SMI, the motor, including carburetor and turbo plug, is already available and comes supplied with Orcan maintenance oil (30ml) in a handy Orcan multifunction bag.

View the full set here


August 12, 2010

Losi Mini Rock Crawler Pro

Losi Mini Rock Crawler Pro

Losi’s new Mini Rock Crawler Pro is just the answer that many rock crawling fans have been looking for. From the World Championship winning Blue compound mini rock claw tyres to the Comp Crawler inspired upper shock bracket geometry, this 1.9inch class crawler has what it takes to own the rocks. Based upon the award winning Mini Rock Crawler, widely accredited as being the catalyst for the growing 1.9inch class, the Mini Rock Crawler Pro has been extensively tweaked and fettled by Losi’s experienced Rock Crawling designers whose brief was clearly to deliver the most complete Mini Crawler to once again, lift the bar of expectation a further notch or two.

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August 11, 2010

Gi-Mar Raptor .21 buggy engine

Gi-Mar Raptor .21 buggy engine

Shown to us in Houston earlier this month, Italian company Gi-Mar have released their new entry level buggy engine, the .21 Raptor. While this is the entry level for Gi-Mar it is not a budget engine, featuring a hard coated and lightened crankshaft as well as additional dremel work to the internals of the case, this is a great performer at a reasonable price.

View more images of the engine here


August 10, 2010

JConcepts Cobra 811 Punisher body

JConcepts Cobra 811 Punisher body

JConcepts have released their Punisher body for the Serpent Cobra 811. The slight cab-forward treatment is amongst the most aggressive in class giving the Punisher top notch performance. Blended wing / body design gives additional downforce to the side-pods and windshield which increases drivability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/8th buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased engine cooling, air flow and escape.

View more images of the new Punisher shell here


August 10, 2010

Team Orion CRF 21 & Alpha Discovery engine

Team Orion CRF 21 & Alpha Discovery engine

Having shown the first image of the new competition CRF 5-port engine only yesterday, Team Orion have released the full features and spec list of this latest addition to their line of CRF competition engines. The motor features a CRF crankshaft with angled gas channel and external slots as well as a high-performance ABC liner and two needle carburetor with aluminium body for improved throttle response characteristics and increased fuel economy. Team Orion have also released details of another new engine, the Alpha Discovery 3.5cc 5-port Low Budget competition engine. With all the great features of a competition engine combined with a low budget price, this turbo plugged motor offers good power and mileage and features a CNC machined lightweight piston and bi-steel competition ball bearings.

View the full feature list of both engines here


August 10, 2010

Tresrey DEX410 high-quality bearing set

Tresrey DEX410 high-quality bearing set

Tresrey have released this high-quality bearing set for the Durango DEX410 and 410R. The full set consists of 18 bearings that for the most case uses a teflon seal which helps the durability of the bearing itself by making it dustproof while at the same time allowing for a super free rotation. For the outer hub carrier bearings, rubber is used for the seal for extra durability.

Source: Tresrey [tresrey.com]


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