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October 22, 2025

XC-ESC GL6 Brushless 8S FOC Crawler ESC

Following the recent release of their GL4990 8S FOC DrivenUltra-Powerful Crawler Motor, XC-ESC has announced the GL6 FOC Crawler ESC. With a maximum continuous 200A it is intended for large 1:5 and 1:6 Crawlers. With a BEC range of 8~25A Max, it features advanced FOC high-speed current loop and microsecond-level current control for strong torque at low speed. Smart torque output & speed servo control mean on uphill the ESC automatically increases torque output to overcome resistance and ensure smooth climbing. On the downhill, the ESC automatically reduces torque to maintain stable speed control. With up to 19 programmable settings, this ESC gives you full control over key crawling functions, including Drag force, torque compensation, and simulated inertia. Plus, the Turbo timing adjustment of up to 24° unlocks maximum torque and performance when you need it most. Ovffered as a combo with the GL4990, compared to conventional motors, efficiency increased by 8%, power loss is decreased by 24%, and you get smooth control without noise.

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October 22, 2025

Sweep Racing Orbit 1:10 2WD Front Tyre

Sweep Racing has released their Orbit 1:10 Offroad tyres as a new 2WD Front option. Having already offered the Orbit as a rear tyre and a 4WD front, when used together with the existing Orbit rear, the new front delivers optimal performance on oiled or hard-packed track conditions. The Orbit is now available in Sweep Racing’s newly developed M-compound.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

October 20, 2025

Champlin crowned double INS15 Champion with Finals clean sweep

Newly crowned 1:10 2WD Buggy World Champion Broc Champlin is the double Champion of the JConcept INS15, the Schumacher driver capping off the popular 1:10 Offroad series with a clean sweep at the season Final held at Hoosier RC Hobbyplex in Indiana over the weekend. While Champlin had already secured the 2WD title ahead of the fifth & final stop on the calendar, he was looking to replace his P5 from Round 1 of the series held at at Trackside Hobbies in Wisconsin. In 2WD qualifying it was Team Associated’s Davey Batta who took the opening round but the World Championship podium finisher who end up P2 on the grid as Champlin topped Q2 & 3. Xray’s Chase Lemieux and Dakotah Phend completed the Top 4. In 4WD it was again Champlin who secured the TQ over Batta with Brennan Schimmel third ahead of Aydin Horne. In the triple finals, Champlin would wrap up both victories as he went two from two in A2. Winning A3 of 2WD, Batta secured second as Phend completed the podium while in 4WD Phend took 2nd despite Horne winning A3, the Team Associated driver completed the podium.

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October 20, 2025

T-Works MP11 CF Center Gearbox Plate

New from T-Works for the Kyosho MP11 1:8 buggy which was released in July comes this carbon fibre Center Gearbox Plate and Upper Plate. Made from high-quality carbon fibre and coming with precision flanged ball bearings, the gearbox plate is a direct replacement for the plastic kit plate and combining lightweight properties and high toughness it reduces the overall buggy weight. The Upper Plate reduces vehicle weight burden and enhances handling flexibility and requires no additional modifications for mounting.

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October 18, 2025

O.S. Speed B21 ‘Adam Drake’ AD4 .21 Offroad Engine

O.S. Engines has announced their latest engine collaboration with 1:8 Offroad legend Adam Drake, O.S. Speed B21 Adam Drake 4. The .21 1:8 Offroad engines features a number of redesigned parts specific to Drake’s spec for better balance, more torque and more power for better driving performance. The AD4 gets a newly designed cylinder liner uses 3 port design which changes the exhaust dimension for more torque. They have also changed the crankshaft’s inner diameter for better response in low to middle range. A new outer head has double anodised black and blue with new laser design and at same time lighter and better balance compared to the previous model. The inner head’s combustion chamber has been redesigned for improved combustion efficiency, resulting in more torque. The AD4 comes with φ6II and φ8 blue anodised venturis.

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October 16, 2025

Team Cayote Crest 8 Evo ESC

New from Team Cayote comes their latest speed controller, the Crest 8 Evo ESC. Optimised for 1:8 Electric Buggy & Truggy use, delivers up to 10% more peak power than the previous generation, the Crest 8 Evo boasts 200A continuous and 1080A peak current. Featuring next-generation tech it has 37 adjustable settings, giving the user total control from fine-tuning throttle response to optimising performance for any track. Capacitor Overheat Protection automatically protects against heat damage to ensure long-term reliability while Reverse Polarity Protection safeguard prevents damage from incorrect battery connection. The ESC also has IP5X Dust Protection helping to keep performance consistent in all track conditions.

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October 15, 2025

Team Associated RC10 4WD Team Car Kit

Having only released the first RC10 4WD Buggy earlier this year, Team Associated has announced the release of the updated RC10 4WD Team Car Kit. The latest RC10 release features a distinct chassis colour change from gold to black anodised 6061-T6 aluminium monocoque tub as well as a number of component updates. The Team Car Kit gets a new updated belt guide, a new updated chassis stiffener system, new thumb ball nuts allow for easy battery access, a new taller pulley guides. To match the chassis there is a black anodised nose plate and motor plate. There is also updated bleeder shock caps. The updated kit includes a clear polycarbonate Viper body, 5.5” high-downforce wing, full ball bearings, CVA driveshafts, and vintage front and rear 4WD spike tyres.

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October 14, 2025

Leadfinger MBX8T V2 Beretta Body

Leadfinger Racing has released their popular V2 Beretta body shell for the MBX8T 1:8 Nitro and Electric Truggy from Mugen Seiki. Created with attention to fit, aerodynamics, and material strength, the V2 Beretta body offers improved airflow, increased downforce, and exceptional durability—making it the ideal upgrade for serious racers. Produced by Leadfinger Racing in the USA, the body is sold clear with window masks for painting and official LFR logo stickers with the Front grille sold separately.

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