Arena have released more new carbon parts for the Xray X4 with the introduction of two new sets of split top decks. First up is the medium-soft top deck set for low grip tracks & stock classes and the second is a medium-hard version for high grip tracks as well as the modified class, offering up better response. Both sets are made from 2.0mm high quality graphite.
View the medium-hard version here
Following the release of their aluminium T-bar chassis brace for the Xray X4, T-Works have produced a brass version. Machined from high quality brass, it weighs 10grams and mounts directly to the chassis at the back side of the car. Placed directly under the belt, it sports a cutout to prevent interference with the belt and comes with five screws to allow you to adjust how much or little flex you want.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Avid have introduced this titanium ball stud kit for the Awesomatix A800. It includes 24 pieces to replace all the kit ball studs with titanium in order to minimise weight without sacrificing strength. This kit is designed to work with the kit ball cups.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Making reference to one of the most iconic American muscle car, Bittydesign took inspiration to design the lines of the M-550 body shell adapted to the needs of production, the refinement of which took several months to optimise every detail. The M-550 is a body shell with a breathtaking look designed for drag races, the look and its real shapes have been developed in compliance with the rules for the No Prep “Street” category. Designed for use on the AE DR10 chassis it can also be mounted on Losi 22S chassis No Prep Drag, Traxxas Slash 2wd Drag Car & Traxxas Drag Slash 1/10. Made from high quality 1mm thick genuine polycarbonate Lexan.
View more images of the M-550 here
Xray have announced that one of the UK’s top onroad drivers, Kyle Branson is joining their Factory Team to race the X4 and NT1 platforms. A World and European Vice Champion in the Nitro classes, he is also a multiple British National Champion and has been running a lot more EP Touring in recent years with much success. Kyle said:
I am very thankful for this great opportunity to be apart of the Xray team. With my main focus now going to electric touring car I knew that with the X4 platform and the untouchable support that Xray offer it was the logical choice to make. I will do my best for the team and work as hard as possible at all times. A big thanks to the whole Xray family and for putting their trust in me.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
With the closing of the great RC circuit of Ciserano in Bergamo in the North of Italy, MonacoRC together with other investors stepped in to save this circuit. Motivated by the desire to carry on this project, saving the circuit from closure and keeping it open for everyone. Monaco RC feel honoured to be part of this project, as for them supporting RC hobby is the most important thing and for this reason, for this season the circuit will be called the MonacoRC Arena.
View more details about the track here
More new items for the X4 from T-Works with this pair of adjustable bearing hubs. Produced from aluminium and then black anodised they come in standard and ±0.5mm versions. Sold as a pair they also work in the T4’20, ’19, ’18 & ’17.
Xpress have produced these aluminium rear C-hubs for their On-power Control System V2. Utilising a positive caster angle they help to add on-power stability to the rear, while also shortening the wheelbase which can be handy when running 0 arm sweep. Also included are the new kingpin sets which are required for installing these C-Hubs. Available in 2 and 4 Degrees.
