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July 30, 2016

Pro-Line D815 Predator & 1985 Toyota HiLux bodyshells

Pro-Line have introduced three new bodyshells in the form of the Predator design body for the HB Racing D815 as well as two 1985 Toyota HiLux scaler offerings. Starting with the D815 body, P-L’s Predator is now also available for HB Racing’s current 1/8th off-road buggy with the design taking features from the Phantom and Type-R bodies to create a whole new look and balanced performance in any condition. The body comes clear, it is a direct fit and also includes a high downforce nose piece for increased front traction along with a standard nose piece.

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July 29, 2016

Tekno RC offers revised Delrin shock cartridge set

Tekno RC have announced the release of a revised shock cartridge set that further improves efficiency and performance the company’s shock absorbers. The shock cartridge set, with the part number TKR6146B has been revised from TKR6146 by reducing the height of the bottom guide to allow additional up-travel. This results in better bump handling and jump landing. Centre and top guides remain the same. Tekno RC recommends using the new cartridges with the EB48.3 and NB48.3 for increased up-travel and improved rough track handling. The standard TKR6146 set will continue to have the extended lower shock guide and is recommended for the ET48.3 and NT48.3 for increased shock shaft support.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]

July 29, 2016

Xray XB2 2.5mm graphite main chassis plate

Xray have introduced the new 2.5mm graphite main chassis plate for the XB2 2WD buggy. Usable with both the Carpet and Dirt Edition kits, the chassis was especially developed for low to medium bite conditions as its greater torsional flexibility makes for improved overall traction.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 29, 2016

Maxim Laverychev crowned Russian 1/8th Buggy Champ

The 2016 Russian Nitro Off-road Championships were held in Russia’s “Northern Capitol” of Saint Petersburg. The race was hosted by the RC Orda track that featured a new layout for the event and it attracted the country’s fastest 1/8th off-road drivers. At the end of the A-main it was Xray’s Maxim Laverychev who took the win from TLR driver Stanislav Glebov and Team Associated pilot Dmitry Gribov in second and third respectively.

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July 29, 2016

Karel Hajek wins at Senior Race Rd5

Round five of the Czech Senior Race was held in Horni Jeleni. Karel Hajek (Kyosho) was the man to beat with Otto Götzl (Xray) trying the best he could to follow but despite winning the opening round he had to settle for second after the qualifiers. In the main final Karel continued to dominate and he would bring home the win from Mira Fedeles (Mugen) while Otto Götzl took the final podium spot, coming from the 11 spot on the grid following issues in his semifinal.

View the final results here

July 29, 2016

ProStar Ferodo 1/8th off-road brake pads

ProStar R/C have introduced their new Ferodo brake pads for the Team Associated RC8B3, Mugen MBX7 and SWorkz’s line of 1/8th nitro off-road vehicles. The pads are made using genuine Ferodo material to allow for a consistent brake feeling throughout the race. Their design also increases the surface area, resulting in improved stopping power and less heat generated. The set includes four pads and it is available for pre-order now.

Source: ProStar R/C [facebook.com]

July 29, 2016

Arrowmax 6750mAh 4S hardcase LiPo battery pack

The latest in Arrowmax’ line of high-performance LiPo batteries is the 6750mAh 14.8V pack for 1/8th scale applications. Built using 110C/55C cells the battery features a protective hardcase of standard 139x47x48mm dimensions and it comes pre-soldered with a T-type plug and standard balancer port for secure and convenient charging and balancing.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

July 28, 2016

Team Redcat TR-MT10E 1/10th 4WD RTR monster truck

Redcat TR-MT10E 1/10th 4WD RTR monster truck

Coming from Team Redcat is the TR-MT10E 1/10th scale 4WD ready-to-run monster truck. The vehicle is equipped with durable, reinforced differentials, hardened steel driveshafts, high-quality ball bearings throughout, durable long travel suspension, offroad front bumper with working LEDs, and it comes factory-equipped with a 4400kv brushless motor and waterproof Hobbywing Max10 3S LiPo-compatible controller along a genuine metal gear Savöx steering servo. The truck is ready-to-run and includes a pre-painted bodyshell, available in dark grey or orange design.

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