August 15, 2023

MST MRX-S PRO 1:10 drift car kit

Drift RC specialist Max Speed Technology has announced the release of their latest innovation, the MRX S PRO RWD 1:10 drift kit which implements the Quick Change Differential system concept from the real FD/D1 drift racing.  MST will continue the MRX series and release a more affordable version called the MRX S PRO, making it easier for drivers of all levels to own an MRX equipped with the Quick-change differential system.  The MRX-S also includes the Quick-change differential system with 19T/21T “steel gears” and a reinforced gear diff as standard equipment.  The plastic gears are now crafted from a more robust and impact-resistant material, ensuring heightened durability.  All parts and OP parts of the MRX-S PRO can be used with the currently available MRX GT version.

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August 14, 2023

Nicholson defends QLD State Title

Team Yokomo’s Simon Nicholson successfully defended his 1:10 Touring Car Queensland State title over the weekend which was hosted by the Bundaberg Onroad RC Club.  Winning the title in Brisbane last year ahead of Antoni Caretti, Nicholson got his 2023 RCRA SpeedyRC EP Onroad QLD State Championship off the the best possible start as he took a clean sweep of the four qualifying rounds to secure the overall TQ.  Starting ahead of fellow Yokomo driver Steven Cornell with Jason Dorn lining up P3, Nicholson would continue to dominate with triple wins in the final to secure the title with Cornell and Dorn maintaining their starting positions to joining him on the Bundaberg podium.  In 13.5 Stock, Lachlan Pearson took his Team Destiny chassis to the title having also started from the TQ.

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August 14, 2023

T-Works A800 Alu Adjustment Bearing Hubs

New from T-Works are these Aluminium Adjustment Bearing hubs for the Awesomatix A800R/A800 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  Machined from high-quality aluminium and black anodised for wear and looks, they feature distinct white markings for accurate adjustments.  The hubs are sold as a pair.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


August 14, 2023

VP-Pro M17 | T7XC | NB4 Transmitter Bags

Following on from their recent release of the Futaba 10PX transmitter bag, VP-Pro has now added three more models to the range.  The new transmitter bags now ensure owners of the Sanwa M17, Futaba T7XC and Flysky NB4 can safely travel with and store their radios thanks to the inside being equipped with a pre-cut foam.  All the bags include a shoulder strap for easy carrying.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]


August 13, 2023

Gruber takes ENS Round 2 victory

Capricorn’s Toni Gruber took the 1:8 victory at the second round of the ENS in the Netherlands today, the German leading home Dutch driver Jilles Groskamp at the Apeldoorn circuit.  As he did at the circuit last year, Gruber would start the 45-minute final as the Top Qualifier.  His third consecutive ENS TQ start, this time round the reigning 1:10 European Champion would convert the pole position into victory, setting the fastest lap of the race with his Ielasi Tuned powered LAB C804 to build up a winning margin of almost 2-laps over the Infinity of Groskamp.  Winner of the Dutch ENS encounter last year, Dominic Greiner would lead for a number of laps following a tyre stop from Gruber but the former European Champion would be forced to retire as the race reached half way.  With the third place qualifier out, Mugen’s Steven Cuypers, winner of the recent Dutch National Championship third round at the track, would complete the podium line-up after a strong race from 8th on the grid.  Making it a Capricorn double Melvin Diekmann took the 1:10 win, his second of the season, with Tim Benson runner-up and Top Qualifier Milan Holthuis third.

Image: Jilles Groskamp [Facebook]


August 13, 2023

SuperRad SR-06 1:12 LMP body

US race body manufacturer SuperRad Competition Bodyshells has released a new 1:12 LMP Body recommended for 13.5 and 17.5 use, the SR-06.   The new body offers the most stability and turn-in of all their LMP bodies.  The ROAR approved body is available in XtraSuperLite .010”, SuperLite .015” and Lite .020” polycarbonate and includes headlight decal sheet and window mask.

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August 12, 2023

Gruber Top Qualifier at Dutch ENS

Toni Gruber is the Top Qualifier at the second round of the ENS in the Netherlands.  After a dominant performance on Friday when the Capricorn/Ielasi Tuned driver topped all three qualifiers, unfortunately Saturday morning rain forced the cancellation of the remaining two qualifiers at the Apeldoorn track.  Top Qualifier at the season opening in Ettlingen, Germany, and at the recent European Championships in Portugal, Gruber will start Sunday’s scheduled 45-minute final on pole from Infinity’s Jilles Groskamp.  The Dutch driver was the closest challenger to his German rival setting the second fastest time in each of the three rounds of heats.  Capricorn’s Dominic Greiner, winner of the season opener in May, completes the Top 3 ahead of Shepherd’s Lars Hoppe counting a P3 and P4 run as his best two rounds.  In 1:10, Infinity driver Milan Holthuis secured the TQ ahead of Round 1 Top Qualifier & winner Melvin Diekmann with Tim Benson set to line up 3rd on the grid.

Image: Toni Gruber [Facebook]


August 11, 2023

Serpent SRX8 GTE LWB Raceroller

Serpent is now offering a version of their successful Serpent SRX8 GTE 1:8 GT chassis as a pre-assembled and factory pre-set LWB chassis with pre-mounted GT tyres.  For the new SRX8GTE LWB Raceroller, Serpent has extended the chassis an additional 29mm for use with all true to scale related RC bodies.  This durable GT chassis allows a great entry in the racing scene, at a lower cost, and will make you finish your races.  Featuring 4-wheel-drive with cardan shafts, 2 geardiffs, solid center axle, 16mm bigbore shocks, aluminium shocktower and chassis and easy radiobox, it is fully upgradable with parts and options from the high end race-version.  The parts that are needed to run the car are a bodyshell, esc, motor, servo and battery.

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