April 9, 2010

RC4wd Bully 2.2 Comp RTR Crawler

RC4wd Bully 2.2 Comp RTR Crawler

Introducing the Bully from RC4wd, which the manufacturers claim is the most advanced MOA (Motor on Axle) competition crawler on the market. Not only is this crawler full metal, it also comes with many innovative features including unique V chassis with delrin skid plate, 40:1 gear radio bully axle, 8mm XVD (Xtreme Velocity Drive), round knuckles for extreme steering angle, clocked gear case, x-lock comp ready tires, 2.4Ghz Radio, comp-ready ESC/BEC, 45T brushed motor and aluminum beadlock wheels.

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April 8, 2010

JConcepts RC8B Punisher prototype shell

JConcepts RC8B Punisher prototype shell

JConcepts have dropped us a mail to show off their latest body for the RC8B. They have fitted an exclusive new design that incorporates the Punisher treatment along with extended side-pods for increased control surfaces and function. Along with the initial photos, they have also included a video showing the new shell in testing and we can expect to have more photos and release information soon.

Click here for more images and a video outlining the features of the new shell

April 8, 2010

ROAR euthanize the Bull Dog / Paved Nats update

ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals update

Two updates from US governing body ROAR. The first relates back to what we previously wrote about regarding the new trend of body shells that sport forward mounted cockpits, and states that amongst other things the new Pro-Line Bull Dog buggy body is not allowed to be used at this years ROAR fuel off-road Nationals (further details here). ROAR have also announced the 2010 competition classes to be contested at the 2010 ROAR Electric on-road paved national championship. This year’s class structure will include a new concept in ROAR National championship racing, the sportsman touring car class that will use a named list of ESC’s and 17.5 brushless motors to provide a fair and even playing field and the reduction in speeds ROAR members have been asking for. The traditional stock division has been replaced by the expert division and the modified division has been replaced by the open division.

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April 7, 2010

HPI Baja Tribal body shell

HPI Baja buggy Tribal body shell

New for the HPI Baja, you can now change the look of your buggy with this easily installed, pre-painted body shell. Available in a sizzling red ‘tribal’ design, this fully detailed body shell is pre-cut for instant and easy installation, so it’s ready to fit on any Baja 5B, Baja SS or Baja 2.0 buggy.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

April 7, 2010

Tamiya TRF 2wd buggy update

Tamiya TRF 2wd buggy chassis shot

Having shown you some first images of the new TRF 2wd buggy from Tamiya, the Japanese company have released this photo ahead of the car’s official presentation at the Shizuoka Hobby show in the middle of next month. Aside from this black and white photo, TRF have also released more detailed information including the release date which is expected to be in June. The car’s new super efficient ball differential features 12×3/32″ balls, 2.6mm diameter screw and newly designed thrust bearing, while the chassis is made from from lightweight glass reinforced nylon and designed for optimal flex. Other stand out features include coated shock pistons, titanium nitride coated shock shafts, teflon seal bearings, blue titanium turnbuckles and rear universals, all as standard.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

April 7, 2010

HPI Blitz alu universal drive shaft set

HPI Blitz alu universal drive shaft set

Get increased performance from your Blitz or Blitz ESE with this aluminium universal drive shaft set from HPI. With the lightweight aluminium driveshafts and steel axles, you will have lower rotating weight for faster acceleration and better braking, giving you better on-track performance everywhere on the track.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

April 7, 2010

East Coast ProDrive Tamiya 801 option parts

ProDrive Tamiya 801 option parts

These new Tamiya 801 hop-ups from East Coast Bodies sub brand ProDrive were designed in conjunction with factory driver Victor Wilck for light weight, maximum durability and great looks. The hard blue anodized alloy steering posts save weight but still provide strong precise steering response, while the alloy center drive cups, axles and Titanium inner diff gear shafts all reduce critical rotating mass for quick acceleration and maximum punch. Also new from East Coast Bodies is the pre-painted Viktor Wilck replica of their new 801 body shell that we featured previously in half painted form.

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April 6, 2010

ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals update

ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals update

ROAR today announced the 2010 competition and exhibition classes to be contested at the 2010 Electric off-road national championship. The class structure is a return to stock and open tradition of buggy and truck, while 4wd buggy will compete as an open division. Two new championship crowns will be awarded for 2wd short course truck in both stock and open divisions with the 4×4 short course truck debuting as a demonstration class.

2WD Stock Buggy
2WD Open Buggy (IFMAR Qualification Class)
2WD Stock Truck
2WD Open Truck
2WD Stock Short Course Truck
2WD Open Short Course Truck
4WD Open Buggy (IFMAR Qualification Class)
4WD Open Short Course Truck (Demonstration Class)

Stock divisions will race using the ROAR sportsman participant national guidelines (PDF) and 17.5 brushless motor specifications. Open divisions can utilize any 1:10 class motor approved and published on the ROAR products listing 14 days prior to the start of the event. The 2010 ROAR off-road national championship is scheduled for August 19-22, 2010 hosted by Leisure Hours R/C Raceway in Joliet, Illinois USA. Event registration opens May 20, 2010 and racers may register online here.

Source: ROAR [roarracing.com]

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