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December 5, 2019

Redcat International Scout II Gen8 AXE Edition crawler

Redcat Racing have introduced their new International Scout II Gen8 AXE Edition RTR crawler. The vehicle is the world’s first Ready-to-Run scale crawler using a brushless motor and ESC as it features a Hobbywing Xerun sensored AXE system including a brushless motor and ESC, Reefs RC 422HD V2 metal gear waterproof servo, and Flysky GT5 6 channel radio. The new Gen8 AXE is all about precision control, as well as durability. The Reefs 422HD V2 steering servo has an extremely high 30kg-cm torque rating for ultimate steering power, while its digital coreless motor offers incredible precision. All of this power and precision is transferred through steel internal gears for durability. This allows the driver to manoeuvre the Gen8 AXE through the toughest obstacles with precision and authority.

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December 4, 2019

VRP D819/E819 V3 rear shock tower

New from VRP is the V3 rear shock tower for the HB Racing D819 and E819 line of buggies. The tower features new shock mounting holes that are mid spaced. This is the newest mounting positions being ran on the HB buggies. Another feature added to the V3 tower is the wing mounting holes. There are sets of holes that allow drovers to use the stock wing mount in the stock locations as well as move them up, or use the MBX8 wing mount for a finer wing height adjustment. The V3 shock tower is available in silver anodised aluminium as well as carbon fibre.

Source: VRP [visionracingproducts.com]

December 4, 2019

RudeBits SRX2 & SDX4 shock tower protectors

RudeBits have introduced their new front shock tower protectors for the Serpent SRX2 and SDX4 buggies. 3-D-printed from high-quality material the add-on protectors save carpet and astroturf tracks from shock towers digging in, resulting in longer life of both the track surface and also the shock tower and upper shock caps. The protractors are light of weight and easy to attach using the included hardware and they are available for the SRX2 Gen3 gullwing front shock tower, the Gen3 kit front shock tower and the SDX4 front shock tower.

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December 4, 2019

Muchmore Fleta ZX V2 ER Spec titanium rotor motor

Muchmore have introduced their new Fleta ZX V2 ER Spec stock class brushless motor that comes including the MR-FZR21X 12.5×7.25×24.2mm [X] titanium rotor. Available as 17.5T and 21.5T variant, the motor will produce increased torque which comes in handy especially for blink buggy classes and when running in high-bite traction conditions. Besides the rotor, the motor makes use of the same features as the standard ER Spec series, meaning it utilises the highly machined Flow-Max 2 aluminium can, a high-power stator, heavy-duty solder tabs and an adjustable timing end plate.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

December 4, 2019

Dash RC anti-tweak sensor wires

Dash RC have announced the release of their new anti-tweak sensor wires. Available in 50mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm, 175mm, 200mm, 250mm, and 300mm length, the high-quality sensors wires are very soft, ensuring easy routing and very little influence on chassis and power pod tweak when used in pan car classes. Additionally the flat design allows to route the wires underneath motors or speed controllers which comes in handy for touring cars and buggies.

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December 3, 2019

Leadfinger Racing A319 A2.1 Tactic body shell

The latest 1/8th buggy to receive Leadfinger Racing’s A2.1 Tactic body shell treatment is the Agama A319. First introduced in mid-2019, the A2.1 Tactic body design has proven itself on the track with a handful of different platforms. Fitment, performance and looks are key in every design, and every platform presents different challenges with each layout. The Agama was no exception. Fuel tank location, and the position of throttle and brake bias linkages needed to be taken into consideration. LFR were looking for a low profile and sleek design to fit the A319 perfectly. The designers were able to combat these differences by stretching the rake of the windshield and adding to the size of the side pod scoops for just the right amount clearance. To keep performance in check, additional down force was added to the rear of the side pods and rear centre of the body. As things started to come together, Leadfinger Racing topped off the cab with a shark fin for stability. To finish off the design the body includes a front scoop for even more tuning ability. As usual the body comes moulded from high-quality polycarbonate material and it includes window masks and a decal sheet.

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December 3, 2019

JConcepts Detox Aqua compound 1/8th buggy tyre

Available soon from JConcepts is the Aqua compound Detox 1/8th buggy tyre. Designed for demanding track conditions, the closely spaced tread creates the ultimate long main event tyre and combined with the compounds such as blue, green, R2, O2O2 and Y2 and now, aqua gives racers an option for just about any temperature requirement. The design revolves around the centre structure which has hefty lugs arranged in a stacked configuration. The lugs have strategically placed cuts and grooves to allow flex in dusty conditions to perform even if the track is deteriorating while a long main is in progress. The outer portion of the tread fits together like building blocks, with shapes placed together that nest well but also work together to flex laterally to provide steadfast side-bite. The tread tapers off cleanly to the outer side-wall giving a smooth transition during hard cornering. The tyre comes including Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

December 3, 2019

JConcepts Ellipse 2.2” 2WD & 4WD front tyres

JConcepts have introduced the 2.2” 2WD and 4WD front tyre variants of their popular Ellipse tread. The Ellipse, named after the centre bar built into the tread, is a compliment to successful tyres such as the Dirt Webs and Space Bars. The “web” style tyre was built to compete on smooth high-grip indoor and outdoor surfaces which require a finely detailed connected bar pattern. The centre section of the tire is a home run utilising a diamond “home plate” footprint to provide massive surface area for better footprint and increased longevity. The web of extensions are unique and have a directional touch giving the racer the ultimate tune-ability. Jason Ruona explains, “The Ellipse front tire has a slightly wider carcass, it allows the driver to attack high-speed sections with more comfort and smooths the steering of a 2WD buggy. The “home plate” and connected web of tread has a large footprint and 1000’s of edges to produce steering connection. Connected tread wears together which is useful racing indoors where a racer requires surface area to produce steering.” The Ellipse tyres are available in a huge selection of compounds such as blue, green, aqua, gold and the ROAR National Champion, silver compound. Included in each package, the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts known for their durable nature and grey colour complete the race tuned package.

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