January 19, 2008

HongNor Racing X1CR FT BB Buggy

HongNor Racing X1CR FT BB Buggy

The British importer for HongNor, SMD, has shown details of the newly released X1CR FT BB Special Edition buggy on their website. In addition to the standard F.T. SE spec, the X1CR FT BB now includes 16mm Big Bore shocks and springs for simply awesome bumpy track stability. Further highlights include CNC machined centre diff mount, front knuckles, front plate and front & rear multi position shock towers. There is also a carbon fibre radio plate and centre diff plate and Universal joints are included all around.
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January 19, 2008

Pro-Line International Challenge 2008

Pro-Line International Challenge 2008

Another race announcement, this time for the Pro-Line International Challenge 2008, which last year was held indoors but this year will be run outdoors, hosted by the Remote Model Car Club in Berkshire, England. The event takes place over the May Bank Holiday Weekend, beginning Saturday 3rd May with the finals on Monday 5th May and camping spaces are available for what is already lining up to be an amazing weekend.

Go here for more information and entry forms.

January 19, 2008

2008 Panther Cup – Announcement

2008 Panther Cup - Announcement

Horizon Hobby in the UK was in touch to let us know about the 2008 Panther Cup will take place on the 19-20th of April at the Frankley club. Backed by Panther Tyres, Novarossi and Losi, the race sees 5 rounds of qualifying followed by Xmas tree finals. Entry costs 30 pounds and this will include a set of control tyres, the Panther Komodo Dragon 2 Medium soft tyres and inserts.

Download the entry form here (PDF).

January 18, 2008

Ian Haley joins Team Xray

Ian Haley joins Team Xray

Team Xray have made the announcement that former Australian National Champion, and top off road racer, Ian Haley has joined their team. Ian has a very impressive and extensive list of National and International championships to his credit in the hotly-contest Buggy & Truggy classes and had the following to say about the prospect of joining Team Xray.

Joining Team XRAY is a dream come true for me. Working with both Mario and Juraj and the team, using the highest-quality performance-driven products, will be a great pleasure! After testing both the XB8 and XT8, I found them exceptional straight from the box, and with all the options available they are true race winners. I would like to give a big “Thank you” to Team XRAY and Custom Model Cars.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 17, 2008

Losi 1/10th Speed-T RTR

Losi 1/10th Speed-T RTR

Losi have introduced their new 1/10 Speed-T RTR, which is the only electric choice for serious drivers in need of serious speed. Based on Losi’s proven, durable chassis design and agile suspension setup, the Speed-T can handle serious acceleration better than any other RC electric truck. Losi’s revolutionary brushless power system, including a potent Xcelorin motor and programmable ESC, sends the Speed-T to top speeds in excess of 65 mph.

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January 17, 2008

Ultimate Racing Light BS Wheel Nuts

Ultimate Racing Light BS Wheel Nuts

Ultimate Racing have released new lightweight, machined 7075-T6 Swiss aluminium, covered wheel nuts. Incorporating a special block system that uses a silicone O-ring to prevent the nuts coming loose from the wheel hub, they sport a new covered design meaning the wheel hub is always protected against dirt and collision damage. Available in blue, purple, black and gold with different threads for different cars, the face of the hubcaps features the Ultimate Racing logo.

Source: Ultimate [modelixracing.com]

January 16, 2008

Mugen World Race ’08 – Announcement

Mugen World Race ‘08 - Announcement

More race announcements, this time its for the Mugen World Race that will take place on the 20th – 22nd of June in Furulund, Sweden. This track has played host to the European and World Championships as well as other major races and this event is open to all makes of car and any racers that want to compete, with 120 entries open for the buggy class and 36 for the truggy class.

Find out more information about the event here.

January 16, 2008

Pro Line Baja 5b Desert Rat body

Pro Line Baja 5b Desert Rat body

After numerous request to make an after market shell for the HPI Baja 5b, Pro-Line have introduced the Desert Rat. Styled after their successful line of Desert Rat truck bodies, the Baja 5b captures the essence of what Desert Racing is all about. The highlight of the body are the pronounced front windshield area, while it’s taller height reduces the amount of dirt and rocks that can hit the filter and/or get lodged inside the chassis.

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