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March 2, 2011

Venom Transporter race case

The new Venom Transporter race case has a bold new look. Now available in black with Venom red accents to help keep all of your track supplies organized and close at hand on race day. This case has integrated wheels and an extendable tow handle for easy maneuvering. The top portion of the case has a built-in tool organizer and parts tray, while inside you’ll find five oversized drawers. The lower four drawers are perfect for storing transmitters and spare parts. The oversized upper drawer will hold models up to 1/8th scale buggy size.

View more images of the case here

March 2, 2011

Orcan GT3 .12 engine

Orcan have introduced their new improved GT3 motor. This .12 nitro engine is based on the extremely successful Orcan LR3, which collected numerous titles and victories in the 1/10 scale 200mm touring car class at European Championships as well as national championships in Germany and Austria in recent years. The biggest upgrade is the use of high-quality ceramic main bearing with nine balls which results in higher revs as well as longer life-span, especially of the front bearing, conrod and piston. Like its predecessor the GT3 is easy to adjust and offers superb driveability as well as excellent value for money. Additionally the Orcan GT3 is available as a MH version, optimized by engine tuner Michael Heinrich and successfully tested by SMI/Orcan team drivers. The MH version of the GT3 is completely re-worked and comes with a modified liner as well as a crankshaft with a revised timing to provide more power across the whole RPM range.

Source: SMI [smi-motorsport.de]

March 1, 2011

LRP Element & Element Pro chargers

LRPs new Element charger is easy to use and features all the important functions you could ask for such as adjustable charge current with 1, 2 and 4A and the ability to charge 4-8 cells with Delta-Peak detection for best performance and safety. It’s the ideal AC charger for everyone making a point on flexibility and an attractive price. The new Element Pro from LRP will also handle LiPo and LiFe batteries and features an integrated balancer. Due to the additional 11-15V DC input, you can connect the charger to the battery of your car and use it directly at the race track. Real flexibility at an attractive price.

View the Element Pro charger here

March 1, 2011

Associated Stencil t-shirt and sweater

As seen being worn by Associated team drivers at last weekend’s Dirt Nitro Challenge, the Team have released their new stencil t-shirt and hooded sweatshirt. Wear the Team’s newest look. Both are made using a comfy, 100% cotton, with short-sleeve t-shirt coming in blue while grey is the colour choice for the new sweatshirt which features drawstring hood and front pockets. Available in the usual range of sizes.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

March 1, 2011

JConcepts Hybird & 3Ds buggy tires

JConcepts have officially released their two new race winning tire designs debuted at the IFMAR Worlds last November. Hybrids are already a successful tire dominating at events such as the CRCRC Midwest Championships and the popular Motorama event. A mid-lug design with unique inner Crowbar center lug DNA, the Hybrid is built for speed and ultimate high-speed control and handling. Supported lug control and X-braced sidewall lug detail is designed to go the distance in long qualifiers, final main events and beyond. The 3Ds were the hottest tire on the slick groove surface at the recent JConcepts Clash where Ryan Maifield TQ’ed in convincing fashion. Developed to be the ultimate Slick-groove tire, the 3Ds are a first to combine the high-stability design of a black groove bar tire into an individually flexible pattern of finely spaced Double Dee lugs in one package. 3Ds include the Profiled (closed cell) insert design featuring the unique, highly durable material, bright blue color and revolved cuts which provide extra full support, stability and cushion.

View the 3Ds here

March 1, 2011

Zuykov Denis wins MRC Winter Challenge Rd2

The second round of the MRC Winter Challenge, indoor buggy race was held over the weekend of 26-27th February at an indoor carpet track in Moscow, Russia. Team Durango Russia drivers Zuykov Denis and Malyshko Dmitry qualified 1st and 2nd respectively in the 4wd class. In a final that would see 5 DEX410 in contention it was Zuykov that would take the win followed by Malyshko.

Source: Durango [team-durango.com]

March 1, 2011

Arrowmax MRX-5 pinion gears

Arrowmax released a new range of clutch pinion gears for the Mugen MRX-5. Made from the highest quality 7075-T6 aluminium and then hard coated, they are lightweight, very durability and mesh perfectly with the car’s spur gears. Available in 16T, 17T, 18T, 19T, 20T & 21T teeth versions.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

March 1, 2011

Ronald Volker defends European Indoor title

Ronald Volker has successfully defended his EFRA European Indoor title with victory over the weekend in Hrotovice in the Czech Republic. The Yokomo driver dominated proceedings, as he has done in almost all races in the past 12 months, and took the TQ spot in qualifying ahead of Xray driver Alexander Hagberg in 2nd and Yokomo team mate Yannic Pruemper in 3rd. In the finals Ronald checked out in the first two to wrap up the title early and so didn’t race the 3rd leg allowing Pruemper and Hagberg to battle it out for the runner up spot. Hagberg with two 2nd spots in the first legs looked favourite to take it but a diff problem allowed Pruemper to snatch the leg win and claim 2nd overall on a tie breaker, with Hagberg having to settle for 3rd spot.

Source: RC Magazine [rcmagazine.cz]