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May 15, 2016

O.S. introduce new .21 & .12 nitro engines

O.S. Engine have released first images and information on three new .21 and .12 engines. First up is the Speed 21XZ-B Spec.III 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. The latest edition of the competition engine features a revised liner for improved torque in the low and mid RPM range while maintaining exceptional mileage at the same time. Also new is the DLC-coated and tungsten-balanced crankshaft and all that is housed in a redesigned crankcase and topped off by a 5mm lower cooling head. The engine is rounded out by the 21J carburettor. The engine will become available in August and it is also available as a combo package including a T-2060SC EFRA2042 pipe.

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May 14, 2016

Avid B6 & B6D Aura bearing sets

Avid have introduced several Aura bearing sets for the Team Associated B6 and B6D buggies. Available as wheel hub, gearbox or full set the packages include up to 16 single seal or open ceramic ball bearings that use high-speed nylon ball retainers and Si3N4 ceramic balls for tight tolerances and the lowest possible friction. All bearings come pre-oiled with high-speed AeroShell light oil.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

May 13, 2016

Ruddog RP1206 coreless low-profile servo

Ruddog Distribution have introduced their all-new RP1206 low-profile servo for 1/10th scale applications. Designed for demanding racing conditions the servo features a black anodised heavy-duty all-aluminium case, sturdy metal gears and a powerful coreless motor. Dual ball bearings and laser-etched logos round out the package. The high voltage compatible servo offers up to 12kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.06s and it is available in two variants with a short 80mm or long 180mm all-black wire, allowing for neat wiring jobs in touring cars and off-road vehicles alike.

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May 13, 2016

WWHD T5M & SC5M laydown transmission conversion

Trinity have introduced the WWHD laydown transmission conversion for the Team Associated T5M and SC5M trucks. The Humpty Helms developed conversion will improve the truck’s corner speed especially in high bite conditions with the set including a machined laydown transmission case, carbon fibre motor plate, carbon fibre camber link mount, carbon fibre battery brace and two truck-specific shock towers along mounting hardware.

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May 13, 2016

Schelle Racing Innovations B6 titanium upper screw set

Coming soon from Schelle Racing Innovations is an upper titanium screw set for the Team Associated B6 buggy. Made using Grade 5 6Al-4V material the screws offer a 40 percent weight advantage over conventional steel screws while being highly corrosion resistant at the same time. The set strategically removes the kit’s steel screws from up high above the chassis, which lowers the centre of gravity and improves handling while all chassis bottom screws are not included in this set.

Source: Schelle Racing Innovations [schelleracing.com]

May 13, 2016

Team C TC02C Evo carbon fibre battery plate

Coming from Team C and made for the TC02C Evo 2WD mid-motor buggy is a carbon fibre battery plate. Cut from high-quality material the brace replaces the original moulded plastic part for a better looking and less flexible solution that makes for secure battery mounting even in demanding racing conditions. The part also makes for a cool factory look and it is a direct replacement for the kit brace.

Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]

May 13, 2016

Xray Work.Shop Czech Republic – Announcement

Xray designer and European Champion, Martin Bayer will hold an Xray Work.Shop during the second round of the Czech Nationals on Saturday 21th of May. The race and workshop will take place in Janovice, Czech Republic and Martin will teach interested drivers some of his XB4 and XB2 related tips and tricks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

May 13, 2016

RC Concept MC5R nitro off-road engine

French company RC Concept have introduced their all-new MC5R 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. Developed and tested in cooperation with drivers such as Reno Savoya and Lee Martin, the engine delivers enhanced runtime, reliability and power thanks to an improved carburettor that makes for better mileage and mid-range power and a new Turbo plug piston head for improved temperature stability. A redesigned sleeve makes for more torque and better fuel economy while the new gold-colour cooling head helps with stable temperature management. The engine is rounded out by a new 8mm venturi insert for increased runtime and power.

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