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January 25, 2024

Fenix G12.2 1:12 Chassis

Fenix Racing has introduced its latest chassis with the release of its new 1:12 G12.2. Replacing the Italian manufacturer’s previous G12 kit, the lighter G12.2 gets revised V-Link rear suspension as well as a revised weight distribution on the rear end. The battery is now recessed to reduce the centre of gravity and can be moved fore/aft by 3mm, altering the weight distribution. With a new front end and revised front track the chassis is ready to accept both, suspended steering servo or “bolt-on” steering servo. The kit includes a big bore main shock.

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January 24, 2024

2025 IFMAR World Championship Calendar

With all of the 2023 IFMAR World Championships producing new winners, a picture of where those drivers will defend their titles is starting to come together with 2025 a year that will also see the number of World Championship titles awarded increase from 6 to 8. With the 2-year cycle never long coming round, already confirmed is the 1:10 Offroad World Championships which was awarded to Australia after last year’s indoor event in Arizona where David Ongaro added a first Electric World title and Tater Sontag joined the elite club of World Champions. Another event to be confirmed during the running of the 2023 edition was the 1:8 GT World Championship. In Australia it was announced that South America would be destination with Toni Gruber set to defend his title in Peru. Set to be only third running of the 1:8 GT World Championships, there will be two IFMAR World Championships up for grabs as Electric moves from two years of World Cup status to a full World Championship category. After one of the most intense finals of the year in Japan, 1:8 Onroad is going to the FAMAR Bloc with Chile expected to bid to host the sport’s original World Championship. Wrapping up the 2023 IFMAR World Championship season in Florida, where Michal Orlowski and Max Machler took the titles, 1:12 moves to the FEMCA Bloc with China widely expected to host the 22nd running of IFMAR longest running electric World Championship. New to the calender for 2025 will be the 1:8 Electric Offroad World Championship. Portugal will host an IFMAR World Cup this coming April for eBuggy with the host Federation expected to apply to run the inaugural World Championship for the category one year later.

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January 24, 2024

Capricorn LAB GT2 EP 2024 – Images

Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn is set to release its 2024 kit line-up for 1:8 GT competition the first of which is Patrizio Rossi’s latest creation for the electric category, the LAB GT2 EP 2024. With 1:8 GT racing receiving a massive profile boost following the very successful and competitive 1:8 GT World Championship in Sydney, Australia, in October, the pace of development in the class in recent years has been huge. Full technical details and specs of the LAB GT2 EP 2024, along with the nitro chassis, will be outlined shortly in a video presented by Capricorn team driver team and reigning GTe European Champion Alessio Mazzeo.

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January 23, 2024

Iris ONE option parts

Iris Racing has released a number of new optional parts for its ONE 1:10 Electric Touring Car platform. The first is these is the CF Vertical Body Mount Plate for the ONE or ONE.05 which is a high-quality carbon fibre plate allows the rear body mount to be attached vertically, which has a number of advantages. Above all, the body always remains at the same height, which results in more consistent handling and makes installation considerably easier. Another addition are the Driveshaft Bushings. These carefully crafted bushings have been developed to replace the standard ball bearings with durable brass bushings. They offer improved durability compared to conventional ball bearings, especially when using high performance modified motors. In addition, they are compatible with a variety of other vehicles, including the Awesomatix A800R and the Xray X4. On the suspension they have added a new C=29.8 spring increasing the number of options you can choose for your ONE and which closes the gap between the already available C=26.7 and C=33.1 springs. Completing the latest product release from the German manufacturer are the Iris Red Aluminium Flat Head Screws offered in M3x6mm and M3x8mm sizes. Made from premium 7075 aluminium making them lightweight yet extremely strong, they are come in 8 pieces per pack.

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January 23, 2024

SkyRC S100neo AC/DC Smart Balance Charger

SkyRC has released its latest AC/DC Smart Balance Charger, the S100neo. An evolution in charging, the S100neo is an advanced solution that builds upon the popular SkyRC e680. With an impressive AC 100W/DC 200W power capacity and the ability to charge at up to 12A, S100neo pushes the limit again. Infused with SkyRC’s latest ‘neo’ technology for enhanced efficiency and power, the S100neo is masterfully engineered to offer a highly focused and remarkably efficient charging experience, yet it remains power-packed. It provides up to 100W from an AC source and excels with a potent 200W output on a de facto standard XT60 DC plug for RC hobbyists. More than just a charger, S100neo doubles as an advanced Digital Power Supply, delivering precise and efficient charging with unmatched accuracy in both Constant Current (CC) and Constant Voltage (CV) modes. At the forefront of RC charging technology, SkyRC’s S100neo combines trusted performance with innovative features, catering to the demands of RC enthusiasts.

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January 22, 2024

Futaba T10PX Limited Edition

New from Japanese radio manufacturer Futaba is the bling looking T10PX Limited Edition. Based on their popular T10PX transmitter, the ‘Limited Edition’ model gets a grey, gold chrome and carbon look as well as coming with a number of accessories to further adjust the ergonomics of the radio in the hand. Like the T10PX, the Limited Edition, which is being released in limited numbers, operates on Futaba’s new 4th Generation Communication System F-4G and telemetry communication, which was not possible with T-FHSS SR communication, can now be used.

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January 22, 2024

Double BRCA 1:12 winning weekend for Payne

The 2024 BRCA 1:12 British National Championship kicked off over the weekend with Schumacher Racing’s Ollie Payne taking the Round 1 & 2 victories at the Eastbourne Electric Car Club hosted races in East Sussex. With almost 50 entries, Saturday’s opening round saw World Championship finalist Payne secure the TQ honours from Adam Mackman after he topped all four qualifiers. In the single 8-minute A-Main he converted that into maximum championship points with a 6-second win over 4th place qualifier Michael Bolt after he got by Mackman who completed the podium. Round 2 of the 6 round championship on Sunday saw a repeat performance from Payne as he again secured the TQ this time from team-mate Andy Murray. In the final Payne managed to go even quicker than Saturday as the only driver to run 36-laps with 4th place qualifier Louis Parker coming through for second ahead of 1:12 Spec World Championship runner-up Mark Stiles who completed the Top 3.

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January 22, 2024

Destiny DTY-12R 1:12 competition kit

The latest competition 1:12 kit from Destiny has been released with the unveiling of the DTY-12R. The Destiny brand which since 2016 was a co-operation with Japanese company Xenon Racing has recently come under the full control of Roche Products International which is already well known for its 1:12 World Championship winning Roche chassis and Radtec optional parts & accessories brand. As their first kit release since taking over the brand, the 2.0mm 7075 Aluminum main chassis DTY-12R features new graphite front lower arm and plastic pivot as well as new plastic upper arm and steering knuckle. It also gets new 7075 aluminium front lower bulkhead with a Short/long wheelbase adjustably of +/-2.0mm. Competing the R upgrades are a new 7075 aluminium caster block mount and new graphite front brace.

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