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November 23, 2022

JConcepts Razor 1:8 Offroad wing

JConcepts presents the Razor wing to an already successful line of Aero products catering for the latest trend of 1:8 off-road wing performance. For the IFMAR Worlds, JConcepts dug in to the arsenal to produce a combination wing including elements first rising to prominence with polycarbonate wings. The use of a single vertical direction side-dam is incorporated into the base wing feature to provide a little freedom during highspeed turning and 180-degree corners. As with all JConcepts wings, the side-dams are recessed for decal placement and increased rigidness. The leading edge of the dams are angled, providing that exclusive JConcepts look to slide through the air with ease. The base of the wing has multiple heights, the centre section allows the wing to sit lower on the vehicle. On each side of the lowered section, tall centre dividers channel the vehicle and helps maintain stability. Added for continuity, the fangs are built in several locations mimicking the 1/10th carpet | turf off-road wings. A very tall rear dam transitions twice to improve forward grip to feel very comfortable in choppy and loose conditions. Underneath, the wing has a performance core with centre fin and light-weight pocketing to reduce the overall weight. It’s common for racers to add holes to the back of the wing with hand trimming and tuning. The Razor wing has pre-marked locations to allow the opening of the rear dam to allow more wind flow and air to escape during jumping.

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November 22, 2022

Hotrace all new Vesuvio 1:8 tyre

Italian tyre producer Hotrace has just added the brand new Vesuvio to their offering of 1:8 Offroad Tyres. Designed and engineered to achieve one goal, it has been developed by team drivers in several track conditions for almost a year. Everything to give ultimate performance for clay, oily, humid or slightly dusty tracks. A whole new tyre design where the letter “V” is its main characteristic offering more traction and more steering. On dusty tracks it removes the dirt from the inside to the outside of the tyre, increasing forward drag and side grip and Hotrace claim it is easier to drive on bumpy tracks. The Vesuvio will be available from the 1st of December.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

November 22, 2022

Futaba HPS-CB701 Nitro servo

Futaba has just introduced this new HPS-CB701 servo which is intended for nitro buggy and car use. The HPS servo series achieves amazing torque and low power consumption and is UR (Ultra Response) mode compatible. Featuring a 3 piece all aluminium casing, it features metal 1-3 stage gear and a metal final stage gear.

Source: Futaba [rc.futaba.co.jp]

November 22, 2022

JConcepts Arrma Kraton option parts

JConcepts has just released a large range of option parts for Arrma’s Kraton 6s BLX. The durable 7075 CNC machined aluminium parts are a quick way to beef up the 1:8 Monster Truck. Offered in the range are direct replacement front & rear shock towers, front & rear shock mounts and front & rear chassis braces, all of which are finished in black anodising for stealthy looks. Also available is a carbon fibre front to rear chassis brace which is a quick and easy weight to reduce the weight of the Kraton.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

November 21, 2022

Corsatec Official Announcement

We have seen the branding for a few months now on David Ronnefalk’s clothing & race cars but it is only today that we have had an official announcement regarding Corsatec. Adrien Bertin, a driver who just had his long standing status as the only driver to win both the 1:10 and 1:8 Nitro Onroad World Championships equalled by Tadahiko Sahashi, issued an official announcement on the new brand that will provide power sources to both electric and nitro racers. A three time nitro World Champion, Bertin is one of the Corsatec co-founders together with Oscar Jansen, who having been a much decorated international racer himself has become a major industry leader in RC electronics and battery technology. Having had the opportunity to chat in dept with Jansen during our time at the 1:10 Nitro Touring Car World Championships in Thailand, they have some exciting new technology under development. With former World Champion David Ronnefalk as their lead development driver, Corsatec are certain to be a force in the market with some other big name drivers expected to be added to the team very shortly to bring more knowledge & expertise to the brand.

Read full Corsatec announcement here

November 20, 2022

Pro-Line Sumo L & Cliffhanger 1:10 Crawler Bodies

Pro-Line has released two new variations of their popular 1:10 crawler bodies. They are reviving a long-time favourite in the crawling scene with a longer wheelbase version for all popular rock crawlers with the Sumo L. It brings back the mini-SUV body style that captures the essence of popular full-size off-road warriors, this time in the popular 12.3″ wheelbase. They have used the same classic import look as the original, with the modified “hard top” removed exposing the trunk area, allowing you to customise the look of your truck with scale accessories. The fenders allow for oversized 4.75″ tires, or just cut them off completely to create a true trail-ready look. The Cliffhanger crawler body has become the go-to standard for any rock crawler serious about competition or high-performance crawling. Now, you can get on the trails faster than ever with the Stone Gray Tough-Color edition of this body. Tough-Color polycarbonate is made from gray material, giving you a faster way to get to your local crawling spot with no paint needed! Included are stylish red & black factory livery graphics and realistic window stickers.

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November 18, 2022

KO Propo RSx4S-one10X Type-T servo

Japanese radio & servo brand KO Propo has just released details of its low profile RSx4S-one10X Type-T servo. The new servo is aimed at Tamiya users with it coming with 5 pre-installed settings optimised for different Tamiya models. To add to the Tamiya appeal they have also added light blue anodising to the middle case heatsink to ensure it look right at home in your car. There is also an optional light blue bottom case allowing you to change the direction of the cable coming out of the case. The model memory is preset data registered in advance in the servo however the RSx4S allows you to finely change the settings of many parameters to your liking.

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November 18, 2022

Pro-Line Vandal 1:8 Buggy Tyre

Pro-line has introduced the new Vandal 1:8 Buggy race tyre which is an evolution of their legendary Hole Shot tyre engineered for hard-packed, dusty, blown-out track conditions. Vandal development started with Pro-Line’s latest generation carcass profile that utilises a single arc to create the sidewall geometry, then transitions from the sidewall to the crown with a larger radius resulting in a rounder and less edgy appearance. This carcass provides a tailored fit to the wheel and insert package, making mounting a breeze. Focusing on grip, the Vandal’s centre tread density is optimised for longevity in longer runs while the addition of micro-pins at the outer edges reduces edginess in the bumps. Competitors can expect the Pro-Line Vandal tyres to deliver improved consistency, drivability, and durability. It is available in four popular tread compounds, M3 & M4 for watered tracks and S3 & S4 long wear for more abrasive dry tracks. The tyres come complete with Pro-Line’s latest generation closed cell foam insert.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]