Xray have released one of their usual pre-release messages, this time for the 2018 variant of their successful XB8 1/8th nitro off-road platform. The kit is expected to hit stores very soon and more all information and images should become available shortly.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
T-Works have introduced a range of aluminium centre drive shafts for the Kyosho ZX6.6 1/10th 4WD buggy. Available are 71.5mm, 79.5mm and 88mm variants all of which are made of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium for a low weight and exceptional strength while the black surface coating reduces wear and improves looks. While being available separately, T-Works also offers two complete sets for the different drivetrain layouts possible with the ZX6.6 kit.
View the other drive shafts here
Arrowmax have announced the signing of Chinese top driver Fangzhou “Rocket” Zhang to their factory team. Zhang will be using Arrowmax’s tools, accessories and LiPo batteries in his forthcoming campaign and he has the following to say about the deal:
I’m so glad to join Team Arrowmax. Thanks to Arrowmax offer me this opportunity.All AM products are very nice and high quality.I believe AM products will help me achieve much better race results in the future.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
Coming from Exotek and made for the Axial Yeti 1/10th scale rock racer is the new HDX aluminium chassis set. The heavy duty 7075 alloy chassis will transform any project truck into a true trail dominator. The hard-anodised billet 7075 machined chassis adds about 55 grams of weight to the lowest part of the truck which dramatically lowers the centre of gravity which means less roll overs and increased traction over all terrains. Key design features include a 12mm narrower chassis width and smoothed bottom surface for reduced chassis snagging of terrain. The smooth inner chassis and open rear chassis design makes for less debris collecting and easier clean up after hitting the trail and a separate nose plate makes for easier maintenance. Carbon fibre upper plates add that factory racing look while lightweight, super adjustable and also more secure hook and loop battery straps hold the battery tight. Integrated, machined rear suspension link mounting directly to the chassis helps with precision and durability and a lowered ESC position and alloy servo mounts increase the truck’s performance. Not included in the conversion is the needed Axial 1/10th scale Yeti donor truck.
Team Associated have introduced the new Reedy WolfPack HV LiPo battery packs for the casual enthusiast and the club racer. Generous discharge capabilities increase overall power and top speed while high capacities extend run times far beyond what is capable with lower-quality LiPo batteries. Each battery features a moulded hard case for maximum crash protection in sizes that fit most popular 1/10th on-road and off-road vehicle configurations. High quality cell manufacturing and construction techniques result in reliable operation and maximum cycle-life. Low-resistance competition-style sockets reduce resistance and increase power output. All packs come with 5mm power and 2mm balancer ports, they are built to meet ROAR specifications and available are a 5100mAh 50C 7.6V LP stick, a 4200mAh 50C 7.6V shorty and a 3300mAh 50C 7.6V LP shorty pack.
View the other new batteries here
Round 2 of the BRCA Formula National Series brought the drivers to the fantastic Rug Racers venue in Hertfordshire. A great track layout awaited drivers with a long straight, sweeper and a few tricky chicanes to tackle on the infield. Qualifying ramped up in pace as the track cleaned up and fastest lap times were very close across five to six drivers but who could keep it on the road and out of the barriers for five minutes? It was Luke Lee (Xray) setting the fastest time in all three rounds and claiming pole position with James Greener (Team Associated) in 2nd and Michael Lee (Xray) driving well to 3rd on the grid despite lack of running on carpet.
Continue reading the report here
Coming soon from WRC Racing is the GT Due 1.4 1/8th scale nitro on-road classic kit. The car is an evolution step of the GT Due ’13, it is based on a 7075 aluminium chassis and features rigid suspension parts that do away with the need to use shock absorbers while still allowing to adjust parameters such as front toe, camber and castor angles as well as rear toe and camber settings. The 2WD drivetrain uses a rear beltdrive system and a large disc brake mounted to the rear differential case. Other features include a single speed gearbox, a new fuel tank, a new carbon fibre radio plate and new servo mount.
The 2017 season of the South African On-Road Electric 1/12th scale National Championship recently concluded and in the Modified class Antonio Caroli managed to win the title in a great battle with Hein Kotze, Shaun Schutte, Marius van Niekerk and Andre Greeff. Over in 1/12th Stock 13.5T, the series hosted a great battle between the youngsters Brandon Solomon and Francois Laubscher with Francois managing to take the title.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
