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June 28, 2018

Avid introduce MBX8 option parts range

Avid have released several products for the popular Mugen MBX8 buggy in the form of a couple of aluminium, titan and carbon fibre goodies. Available are aluminium shock standoffs in two and four-piece packs, +4.5mm offset rear alloy standoffs that provide more traction on low-bite tracks as well as a four-piece low-traction set that includes a pair of standard length standoffs for the front and +4.5mm standoffs for the rear. Also new are hard-anodised aluminium steering posts, hard-anodised front anti-twist arm inserts as well as titanium shock pins. Next up are 0.8mm, 1.0mm and 1.2mm carbon fibre arm inserts that are available separately for the front and rear A-arms and also as a complete set including a pair of each. Last but not least are bearing sets for both the MBX8 nitro and MBX8 Eco E-buggy kits.

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June 28, 2018

Sunpadow Graphene LiPo battery packs

Coming from Sunpadow are their new Graphene LiPo battery packs. The competition-grade packs are available in different specifications such as a 8400mAh 7.4V standard size pack that weighs in at 324g. Also new is the 8200mAh 3.7V 1S pack for modified 1/12th scale racing. The 18.5mm height pack weighs in at 162g. Also a 1S pack is the slightly lighter 6300mAh 18.5mm battery with a weight of 152g. Last but not last is the lightweight 3800mAh 2S 7.4V shorty with a height of 18.5mm an a weight of 160g. The low centre of gravity battery is ideal for 1/10th scale off-road buggies that are run on carpet or high-grip astro turf. All packs come in protective yet decorative boxes for easy and secure storage and transportation.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

June 27, 2018

JConcepts XB4 chassis protective sheet

Coming from JConcepts and made for the Xray XB4 series buggies is a pre-cut chassis protective sheet from JConcepts. It is providing a smooth and slick surface to decrease friction between the chassis and dirt surfaces. The pre-cut and graphically pleasing chassis protective sheet comes as 2-piece set with the durable and resilient material fitting the chassis layout like a glove and adds protection and style in one easy package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

June 27, 2018

Fantom Facts Machine 3S BL motor testing tool

Fantom Racing have introduced their latest motor testing tool, the Facts Machine 3S precision resistance and inductance meter. The device allows to test both the resistance and inductance of brushless motors, information that is critical to estimate the performance capability of brushless motors. The general rule of thumb is the combination of the lowest resistance and highest inductance produces the highest performance for RC motors, and the difference between these two numbers we call the “spread”. Typically, the bigger the spread, the better the motor will perform. The motor tester is not mass produced, but rather is hand-built one at a time, in the U.S.A., to the highest standards in the R/C industry. The Facts Machine 3S calibration is double checked for the highest accuracy possible, using five percent tolerance resistors and inductors. The compact device comes in a sturdy, foam padded storage box and it is available now.

View a list of the features here

June 27, 2018

RC Concept MC5 World nitro off-road engine

RC Concept have introduced their new MC5 World nitro off-road engine to celebrate the forthcoming 2018 IFMAR Nitro Buggy World Championship. The engine features a new Avid ceramic front bearing that promises better sealing and a more precise crankshaft guiding for overall increased engine efficiency. In addition the bearing will reduce piston and sleeve wear while offering quicker spool up and up to 30 seconds of additional runtime per tank. A newly designed heatsink graphic rounds out the package.

Source: RC Concept [rcconcept.net]

June 27, 2018

Tamiya Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT body set

Coming soon from Tamiya is the Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT body set for 257mm wheelbase cars. The lid will fit most 190mm 4WD and 2WD on-road chassis and it will be supplied with a detailed decal sheet and accessories such as front splitters, mirrors and a moulded rear wing.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

June 27, 2018

HB Racing D418 4WD buggy kit

Following a couple of teaser images released back in April, HB Racing has now officially introduced the new D418 1/10th 4WD buggy kit. The Torrance Deguzman designed D418 builds on the success of the D413, adding features optimised for the new breed of high grip racetracks around the world. New is an aluminium chassis with raised side guards, similar to the successful 1/8th D817 buggy. The aluminium chassis adds durability, lowers the centre of gravity, dissipates motor heat, and helps dampen high frequency vibration. New moulded nylon side guards help keep out dirt, and the side plates are now used to mount the body, eliminating the need for body posts and body pins. The chassis layout has been refined, taking cues from the successful E817 buggy, The D418 is optimised for the latest rules and LiPo and brushless equipment.

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June 27, 2018

Schumacher US GP 2018 – Announcement

The 2018 Schumacher US GP will be held on the weekend of the 12th of August at RC Madness in Enfield, Connecticut. The event sees the running of a variety of classes including 2WD Mod Buggy, 4WD Mod Buggy, Open Stadium Truck, 4WD 13.5T Buggy, 2WD 17.5T Expert and more. Schumacher spec tyres will be used in all classes and Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski already made his entry, giving the race an international touch. More information can be found on social media here.