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March 5, 2013

World Champion Batlle joins EOS

This weekend (8-10 March) the third round of the ‘TLR/Spektrum Euro Offroad Series presented by Horizon Hobby’ travels to Leoben in Austria where some of 1:8 Nitro Offroad’s biggest names are set to try their hand at 1:10 Electric Offroad including newly crowned World Champion Robert Battle and multiple European Champion Renaud Savoya. Arch rivals in 1:8, both drivers are newcomers to 1:10 and will be looking to impress in particular against 1:8 racing peers Darren Bloomfield and David Ronnefalk who are experienced electric offroad competitors.

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March 5, 2013

Xray XB9 high torque clutch set

Xray’s new high-torque clutch set for the XB9 is an important performance upgrade. The clutch provides a smoother and more continuous transfer of power from the engine at very high RPM. The clutch engages higher in RPM range, resulting in more controllable power during acceleration, while still maintaining good handling and performance on jumps. The updated design engagement profile also gives extended clutch life. The new flywheel has smaller diameter but increased weight. Thanks to the smaller diameter the flywheel is more protected above the chassis so after huge jump there is a reduced chance for engine stoppages when the car lands on a rock or other obstacle. The increased weight of the flywheel results into more balanced operation of the engine. The new clutch shoes are smaller, lighter and designed for engagement during the entire travel of the shoe. The shoes are less sensitive to wear and as such life time is increased.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 5, 2013

International GP series – Announcement

International GP series - Announcement

The organisers of the new Italian race series ‘International GP’ were in touch to promote their 4 round championship. Supported by many of the main Italian RC Car brands the series kicks off this weekend in Fiorano before making 3 more stops, ending in September. Catering for 1/8th and 1/10th gas onroad, entries are open to everyone and its not too late to take part in the opening round. For more information on the race series, visit the official site here.

March 5, 2013

Rico Kröber re-signs to Team Orcan

Orcan have announced that their team driver Rico Kröber has re-signed for the upcoming season. He will use and develop the Orcan Nitro products especially the Orcan GT3-MH engine as well as the Orcan fuel. Rico will drive Orcan products at German national races, German Championship and the European Championship in Austria this season. He had this to say about the deal:

I am proud to be a member of the Orcan Team and I am looking confident into the future and to the next races because of the professional work with Bertram Kessler during the last years. We have developed a lot of new ideas which we will bring 2013 at the racetrack.

Source: Orcan [orcan.de]

March 5, 2013

Roche T4/T3 heavy duty spool cups

Roche have introduced new heavy duty spool cups for the Xray T4/T3. The spool cups are made from Roche heavy duty spring steel material for more durability and are machined to reduce weight and rotating mass. Mounting directly to the original Xray front shaft the spool cups have been tested by factory driver Surikarn at this year’s TITC and he was very satisfied with the quality of the products.

Source: Roche [roche.hk]

March 5, 2013

JConcepts 7″ Hi-Clearance wing

JConcepts 7" Hi-Clearance wing

JConcepts has released a 7” wide version of their popular hi-clearance wing introduced to competition during the recent Reedy Race of Champions. A slightly wider base gives the wing a larger surface area which allows more stability during low and high speeds which provide some much needed grip in tricky situations. The Hi-Clearance sections near the end plates still allow maximum suspension compression and tire expansion.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 5, 2013

Silver State Nitro Challenge – Announcement

Southern Nevada RC is proud to present the prestigious Silver State Nitro Challenge which will be held from April 18th to 21st. The race will be held at the World Famous Boulder City RC Speedway in Boulder City Nevada and is open to 1/8th buggy & truggy nitro & electric and SCT 4×4 and 2wd. Entry is open now and you can find more information here.

March 4, 2013

PR Racing S1 V2 buggy kit

Precirotate introduce the V2 version of their S1 2WD buggy. The kit comes with updated parts in the form of a narrower and longer chassis for an optimised weight distribution, additional CNC-machined aluminium parts and a redesigned cab forward bodyshell to help with steering and jumping characteristics. No words on a release date yet.

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