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August 29, 2014

Arrma Kraton 6S BLX speed monster truck

The Kraton 6S BLX speed monster truck is Arrma’s second 1/8th scale kit following the introduction of the Typhon 6S BLX buggy. The truck builds on a black anodised aluminium chassis plate and features a heavy duty 3-diff drivetrain, long suspension components, aluminium big bore shock absorbers and front and rear anti-roll bars from stock. Universal driveshafts transfer the power of the 6S compatible sensorless brushless motor to the multi-spoke rims with dBoots MT tyres. All electronic components such as the high-torque steering servo and the 180A speed controller are full waterproof while being protected by an inner roll cage at the same time. The truck comes ready-to-run including a 2.4GHz radio system and a pre-decorated bodyshell with a green/carbon or blue livery.

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August 29, 2014

LRP NiMH receiver & 1/18th micro batteries

LRP have new receiver and 1/18th micro battery packs available. Starting with the receiver packs, the XTEC 2/3A NiMH batteries are available in straight or hump configuration and with your choice of JR/universal or BEC compatible plugs. The 5-cell packs are built using high capacity 1600mAh cells and are usable for on-road and off-road applications alike.

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August 29, 2014

Novarossi Fast Fuel Gun

Available from mid-September is Novarossi’s new Fast Fuel Gun. Lighter and offering a higher flow rate the fuel gun helps to speed-up refuelling for faster pit stops. Included with the fuel gun come two suitable stays to place the gun on when not in use.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

August 29, 2014

Reedy WolfPack Gen. 2 LiPo batteries

Reedy release the next generation of their popular WolfPack LiPo battery packs featuring increased capacities for even longer runtimes and more overall power. Coming as 7.4V variants with 3300mAh to 7500mAh capacity, as 11.1V 4500mAh as well as 14.8V 4000mAh and 5400mAh pack, all batteries features Reedy’s moulded hardcase for maximum crash protection in sizes that fit the most popular car configurations. Wires now exit the case through a rubber gasket which protects the wire’s insulation while helping to prevent moisture from entering the case. High-quality cell manufacturing and construction techniques result in reliable operation and maximum cycle-life. The Gen. 2 LiPo batteries come equipped with beefy silicone wires and a reliable, low-resistance T-plug connector. An integrated balancing harness with a XH connector is included.

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August 29, 2014

VBC release new Firebolt DM option parts

VBC Racing have four new option parts for the Firebolt DM buggy available in the form of aluminium steering bellcranks, a hard-coated aluminium idler gear and two sets of rear suspension mount spacers. Starting with the aluminium steering bellcranks, the parts are machined from lightweight 7075 aluminium and they offer improved stability over the stock levers for a more direct steering response and added durability. The parts come red anodised and are a direct replacement.

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August 29, 2014

Bloomfield & Truman win at HNMC Beta GP 2014

The HNMC Beta GP 2014 was held at Herts Nitro Model Club. In the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class Darren Bloomfield took the TQ and win from Graham Alsop and Tony Truman, who completed the podium in 3rd. The Nitro Truggy class saw Tony Truman taking the TQ and win from Felix Koegler and Michael Shoery. In the 1/8th E-buggy class Callum Niblett came out successful in front of Jerome and Jean-Pierrick Sartel in 2nd and 3rd respectively. The Beta Junior race saw Callum Niblett walking away with the win from Oliver Currie and Lewis Beach.

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August 28, 2014

Graupner X-8N HoTT 2.4GHz telemetry radio system

Graupner introduce the X-8N 2.4GHz 4-channel pistol grip radio system. Offering a frame rate of 1.5ms, optimised frequency hopping and bi-directional transmitting between transmitter and receiver the radio is both ultra fast while offering maximum transmitting security at the same time. The transmitter features a 128×64 pixel display, intuitive menu control and the ability to convert the radio for right and left hand pilots alike. The telemetry system can be deactivated for competition use and included with the radio comes a 2000mAh NiMH battery pack, a suitable charger, a GR-8 Race receiver and an update wire.

Source: Graupner [graupner.de]

August 28, 2014

Martin Bayer wins German nitro buggy nationals Rd1

The first out of two rounds for this year’s German 1/8th nitro buggy championship was held at the LA Speedway in Landshut in the South of Germany. Nearly 130 drivers battled for the win on a bumpy, challenging track. The cold weather made things unpleasant and at the end of the 40 minute final Xray/LRP’s Martin Bayer took the win one lap ahead of Carsten Keller (Kyosho/Bullitt) and Jörn Neumann (Team Durango/FX). The second and decisive round of the championship will take place this coming weekend on a track close to the Munich airport.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]