December 14, 2018

Carisma 4Y24 1/24th 4WD buggy kit

New from Carisma comes their 4Y24 1/24th scale 4WD buggy kit as a replacement for the ultra-popular GT24B kit. From the Pikes Peak inspired GT24R and the race inspired GT24TR Truggy to the GT24MT Micro Monster Truck, these RTR models are all in fact derived from the best selling model of them all: the GT24B. The range not only gave owners the opportunity to experience performance and control more associated with larger scales of cars, it also spawned a range of 3rd party hop ups, and even a full on race spec buggy conversion, like the Y24, manufactured by UK based NRC Projects. Sadly the whole production of these Carisma RC models is now sold through at retail and actually finding one to purchase as a donor vehicle is near impossible. The comprehensive 4Y24 kit, based on the original GT24B running gear and latest 2.4 GHz radio gear and brushless electrics is now available. It’s an ideal bed partner for the Y24 kit and could also be used as the base platform of a custom 1/24th fun build or micro FPV racer. The 4Y24 Kit will allow to add in any performance hop ups desired during the build itself, and then tune the chassis, shocks, wheels, tyres and body to the pilot’s driving style and taste. All the basics are included, from 2.4GHz FHSS radio gear, a fast and responsive steering servo, to the brushless long can motor and ESC. The fully ball-raced kit offers gear diffs as well as multiple gearing options.

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December 14, 2018

Monaco RC T4’19 orange shielded ball bearing kit

Monaco RC have introduced an orange shielded ball bearing kit for the Xray T4’19 touring car. The high-quality RZ-shielded ball races come pre-oiled to ensure immediate performance compared to greased bearings and their outer, orange-colour, rubber seals will ensure exceptional protection against dirt while the inner steel shields makes for very low natural drag. In the near future Monaco RC will also have full bearing sets for other kits available.

Source: Monaco RC [monacorc.com]


December 14, 2018

Samix SCX10 II 8mm offset brass wheel hexes

Samix have introduced a 4-piece set of 8mm offset brass wheel hex adapters for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. The parts are machined from high-quality brass material and they come with a black surface coating for wear and looks while machined gold-coloured edge details add visual impact. Adding 27g of weight in total the hexes lower the truck’s overall centre of gravity for improved climbing performance.

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December 14, 2018

Yokomo Max Power 6000mAh & 5300mAh LiPo batteries

Yokomo have introduced their new Max Power 6000mAh and 5300mAh LiPo battery packs. Starting with the 6000mAh variant, the battery is built from high-performance 100C-rated cells for maximum power output in modified and stock touring classes. In addition the low centre of gravity design ensures faster cornering compared to a standard height pack due to a lowered overall centre of gravity. The second new pack is an economically-priced 5300mAh battery of standard dimensions and built from high-quality 50C cells. The battery can be used in a variety of classes.

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December 14, 2018

Estonian Indoor Off-road Championships Rd3 – Report

The Väike-Maarja indoor off-road center in Estonia hosted the third leg of the National 1/10th Buggy Championship last weekend. As this is the only indoor off-road track in Estonia, the whole series is run at this facility with the results of the Baltic Championship race, hosted on the weekend of the 24th of February in Adavere, Estonia, also counting toward the overall championship. As for the racing, the premier 2WD class attracted 50 entries with the TQ being secured by local superstar Karl Kasekamp, followed by Hendrik Lainemäe and Hans Hannus.

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December 14, 2018

GL Racing GLR centre shock metal piston rods

Made for the GLR micro-size car are GL Racing’s new metal piston rods. The part comes made high stainless steel and it is polished for greater smoothness and durability. In addition the rods feature milled sections that allow the piston rod to hold damper grease better, ensuring consistent damper performance for longer.

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December 14, 2018

BMT 801GT nitro & electric RTR 1/8th GT kits

Coming from BMT are their new 801GT nitro and electric-powered ready-to-run 1/8th scale GT cars. Both build on a hard-anodised 7075 aluminium chassis, they feature shaft-driven 4WD drivetrain with front CVD driveshafts and utilise 17mm big bore shock absorbers to ensure smooth rides even on bumpy tracks. Other features include sturdy alloy shock towers, fully adjustable suspension parts as well as front and rear anti-roll bars. Enclosed radio boxes protect the receiver and receiver battery and the nitro variant comes with Ferodo-clad brake pads for exceptional stopping power. A Hyper 30 pullstarter engine and in-line tuned pipe propels the nitro car while the electric variant comes factory assembled with a Hobbywing-made 2000kV brushless motor and 4S LiPo-compatible ESC. The kits are rounded off by 14kg-cm Savöx steering servos, 2,4GHz radio system and pre-painted body shells.

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