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March 11, 2015

Team Durango DESC10 4WD 1/10th SC truck

Following a first teaser image Team Durango now released a more detailed photo of the DESC10 4WD short course truck. The newly designed kit looks a lot beefier than the popular and race-proven DESC410 with its 1/8th scale-ish suspension components, shock absorbers and 17mm wheel adapters. So far no features or specifications are known but the kit is meant to be on its way to the distributors and we await details on the truck, as well as the three new 1/8th vehicles, very soon.

Source: Team Durango [team-durango.com]

March 11, 2015

Raphael Jason Nugroho re-signs with Xray

Xray have announces that young and talented off-road racer Jason Nugroho from Indonesia will continue to race with the Slovakian company in 2015. Jason is a long time Xray supporter and he is a regular podium finisher at all major Asian off-road events. Jason says:

I’m very happy to be part of official Xray team. Xray always make the best quality parts that it make me feel confident to compete at every national and international race. I want to say Thank You for all the supports and the friendships that have been made. I look forward to race with Xray in the next season.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 11, 2015

Adam Drake joins Hitec factory team

Hitec RCD USA have announced the signing of Mugen Seiki’s Adam Drake to use their full product line. Since 2005, Adam has been a Hitec team driver using their servo technology to make him a world-renowned racing champion. Now, in addition to running Hitec’s brushless servos, Adam will be piloting his vehicles using the company’s radio systems also, specifically the Lynx 4S radio and Axion line of receivers.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

March 10, 2015

RB BXR SLS5 V2 nitro off-road engine

Following the introduction of the BXR LS5 Plus the French company RB now announce the BXR SLS5 V2 engine. The V2 version of the super long stroke 5-port engine features a redesigned sleeve with updated intake ports timing and lateral intake ports orientation for increased torque and improved overall power. The engine also comes with a redesigned carburettor with double adjustment and an extra sprayer for make for better idling and easier adjustment. The package is rounded out by a new low centre of gravity engine head that still allows for very good cooling and the SLS5 V2 is best used on slippery or bumpy tracks where smooth acceleration yet a good amount of torque is needed.

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March 10, 2015

Stu Wood teams up with Xray

Xray has announced the signing of British off-road legend Stu Wood to their 1/10th electric off-road team. Stu will race both the XB4 and XB2 and he will coordinate the UK off-road support. Stu has the following to say:

I would like to thank to Xray for this lifetime opportunity to be part of team which produces the best RC products today. I have competed at all levels of racing from beginner to World Championships and I know what it takes to win and I know I can help the Xray team and they can help me.  I have also had a few years in the retail side of RC and I understand that we have to support anyone on and off the track to promote our products and our sport and as such I am here to help anyone so do not hesitate to ask me for any help.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 10, 2015

TLR 8ight-E 3.0 cab forward bodyshell

Team Losi Racing soon have a new cab forward bodyshell for the 8ight-E 3.0 electric 1/8th scale buggy available. Sporting a distinctive design the body offers a channelled roof section for improved stability and simplified side pods for a clean design, improved airflow and lots of space for the electric components. The body comes clear and will hit the stores in May.

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March 10, 2015

Lorenzo Crolla wins at French EP Off-Road Nats Rd1

The opening round of the French 1/10th Electric Off-Road Nationals was held at BCL this past weekend and in the 4WD Buggy class it was Lorenzo Croll who grabbed the TQ by winning three out of the five qualifiers. The triple A-mains then were quite a mixed affair for Lorenzo as he scored 5th place finishes in the first two legs but a first place and a 2 second faster time than his toughest competitor Ludovic Valtier handed Lorenzo the overall win in the third and decisive final. Ludovic Valtier came in 2nd while Julien Formentin rounded out the podium in 3rd.

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March 10, 2015

Tyler Vik continues with FX

FX has announced that Tyler Vik continues to use FX engines in the 2015 season. Tyler Vik is a well-known, professional off-road racer and he will use the Slovakian engines at all regional, national and international races. Tyler had the following to say:

Despite FX Engines was a brand new in the market, I didn’t hesitate to give them a try, and now I know I made the correct choice. The speed and reliability never let me down during last year and as such I decided to stay with the engine I have full trust in – the FX engine.

Source: FX [fx-engines.com]