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June 22, 2018

Pro-Line Positron VTR 4.0 & Pyramid 2WD tyres

Pro-Line have introduced two new competition off-road tyres in the form of the Positron VTR 4.0” 1/8th truck and Pyramid 2.2” 2WD buggy front tyre. Starting with the Positron, the tyre was designed from the ground up with an all-new and futuristic directional tread design for improved grip and corner speed on indoor clay tracks. The tread design pays homage to the Electron and Ion tyre before it with the two centre pins boxed in by connected bars for a familiar Pro-Line signature look. From there the connected bars shoot off at angles that have been specifically designed to provide maximum forward bite combined with exceptional corner speed and durability. The Positron is directional, which adds another tuning option for the racers always looking for that extra edge since it will perform differently depending on which direction it is run. The tyre comes including blue closed cell inserts and in super soft M4 or MC clay compounds.

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June 22, 2018

X-Grip body hole reamer

European X-Grip distributor Mikimodel has announced the release of a new body hole reamer. The tool features a lightweight aluminium handle and a precision-ground steel reamer that allows to easily create up to 14mm diameter holes for body posts, antennas and more. The screw-on cap ensures the tool tip is protected during storage and transportation and the diamond-shaped surface helps to securely grip the tool during use.

Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]

June 22, 2018

Awesomatix A800X mid motor conversion set

Coming soon from Awesomatix is the limited edition mid motor conversion set for the A800X touring car. The kit will create a symmetrical 4WD drivetrain with equal length front and rear transmission belts that will ensure a more symmetrical drivetrain reaction during acceleration and braking. The conversion kit is usable exclusively on the A800X and it will become available soon in a very limited production run.

Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.com]

June 22, 2018

Traxxas Bigfoot 1/10th 2WD RTR monster truck

Coming on Traxxas’ ultra-popular 1/10th scale 2WD monster truck platform is the new “modern” Bigfoot ready-to-run truck. The high ground clearance chassis comes with several blue-toned accessories such as front and rear bumpers, and the name-giving, fully-licensed Bigfoot body shell sports red, white and blue colours. The factory-assembled truck used a durable 2WD drivetrain and it is powered by a 12T 550-size brushed motor whose power is controlled by the waterproof XL-5 speed controller. Part of the package is also a 2.4GHz radio system, a Traxxas iD-equipped 7-cell NiMH battery and a 4A DC peak-detecting fast charger. The truck itself is finished off with set of authentic “shaved” monster truck tyres on silver wheels.

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June 22, 2018

BMT snapback hats

New from BMT are three snapback caps with embroidered logo. They are of a retro-style design with rear size adjuster and will hit stores in black/grey, black/yellow and black/blue colours while the logo comes in BMT’s signature yellow and black colours.

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June 22, 2018

Xray 64 pitch pan car gear diff main gears

Coming from Xray and made for their recently introduced 1/10th and 1/12th scale pan car gear differentials are moulded composite 64 pitch spur gears in various sizes. The gears are made from a high-quality composite material for high precision, a long life and quiet operation and they are available in 76T, 80T, 84T, 88T and 92T sizes to cover a wide range of available gear ratios.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

June 22, 2018

Axial SCX10 II 1969 Chevrolet Blazer RTR

Axial’s latest incarnation of the popular SCX10 II trail truck is the 1969 Chevrolet Blazer RTR. The kit is decked out with a scale-looking Blazer body for a macho apperance while additional items like chrome-coated grille, mirrors and door handles are also included. Officially licensed Chassis Unlimited front and rear tube bumpers are mounted tight to the body for maximum clearance and a set of offroad lights – with LEDs – shine some light when the action goes dark. To keep the Blazer rolling along in even the toughest situations, Axial mounted it on their rugged SCX10 II chassis. High-clearance AR44 high-pinion axles, a chassis mounted servo, re-designed AX10 transmission case and tough steel suspension links are just a few of the parts that make the Blazer a beast on any terrain. The kit is rounded out by 1.9” Method Hole rims and 1.9” Falken Wild Peak M/T tyres.

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June 22, 2018

Scale Dynamics silver drift car wheels

Scale Dynamics from Japan have released first images of their new aluminium silver drift car wheels. The 6-spoke rims are of special design that utilises standard drift car tyres but an additional black-painted ring will enlarge the sidewall height visually to make for a more old school look. An alloy silver surface treatment is giving the wheels a polished look and they will become available soon.

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