Sirio have sent us the first picture of their latest .12 engine called the XXX V. The latest evolution of their successful XXX engine, it features an updated crankcase with better strength, providing you the best performance, durability and fuel economy. Ceramic bearings and careful construction further ensure a reliable and powerful motor. Available from Monday July 6th.
Source: AMRC [amrc-rc.com]
Running simultaneously to the real IFMAR World Championship for 1/8 nitro cars that takes place this August, VRC will hold its own Virtual Wolds on the very same Lostallo track in Switzerland. With a total length of 403m this is by far the largest track ever to host an IFMAR Worlds and only 150 racers will be lucky enough to be present in Switzerland. But VRC now invites all other r/c racers to join the Virtual 1/8 Nitro Worlds, for FREE and just for this special event the Lostallo track will also be made available for FREE. VRC look forward to welcome racers from all over the world to give the game a try and compete for the Virtual Worlds title. Order your VRC adaptor from the VRC e-shop, hook up your receiver, switch on your transmitter and start practicing today. Make sure you’re ready for it in August.
For more information on how to sign up and get the Lostallo track for free, click on the VRC banner to go to the special Virtual Worlds page on the VRC website.
Located directly in the center of the United States, Omaha, Nebraska and the Hobbytown Hobbyplex was selected to host the 1/10th ROAR Electric Off road National Championship and Team Associated were there in force and have given us this report. With prior experience in hosting National Championships, the Hobbyplex crew put together a great layout that challenged drivers from the top pros to the 17.5 classes. This year’s event featured a few new changes highlighted by six-minute races as opposed to the traditional five-minute heats and due to the large track size, 12-car main events.
Continue reading the full race report here
The sixth round of the Puerto Rico Championship was held at the Barceloneta R/C track last weekend. In the 1/8 scale class it was Andy Báez who was setting the pace in qualifying, taking pole position with the only 15 lap run of the day. In the 30 minute final Andy was leading ahead of Mugen team mate Fernando Méndez and Kyosho driver Pedro Alvarado when he had his front tire come-off twice, allowing Alvarado to take the lead. Some serious recovery laps by Báez allowed him take the advantage of Alvarado’s mistakes to be able to recover and go on to take the race win by 3 laps over 2nd place Fernando Méndez with Pedro Alvarado eventually dropping back to 3rd spot.
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Speedzone have sent us this prototype image of their upcoming 1 cell LiPo pack, ideal for 1/12 scale and WGT. Specs will be 3.7v, 5000mAh rated at 40C and taking a new approach, this pack will feature in-built bullet connectors, what they claim is a first for a 1/12th scale LiPo pack. General availability is set for late July.
Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]
Xray have introduced this unique active center differential, which is a high-performance, adjustable center gear differential for XB808 buggies, vastly improving the buggy’s speed and handling characteristics. The special design of the internal components, using different angled segments, allows the diff gears to engage on-power to increase the forward traction and stability of the buggy, making it faster and easier to drive. Developed for improving steering for high traction off-road tracks, it must be used with the previously released front active differential. While it s a performance option for serious racers who want to gain an edge on superior speed and handling, it is also of great benefit to any level of driver that wants to a more aggressive car with more turn in response.
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P1 Brand have released their Tire Tube designed specifically for 1/12th scale foam tires. Just like it’s larger 1/10th scale counterpart, this new version is a compact, airtight and reusable storage container that holds a complete set of 1/12th scale foam tires. Alternately, it can also accommodate up to three pairs of 12th scale front tires or two pairs of 12th scale rear tires, up to 50mm (1.97″) in diameter. Constructed of clear, impact-resistant plastic, making it simple to identify it’s contents, the tube’s removable lid and fixed base are made of flexible, black plastic and wipe clean easily. Each Tire Tube also features a laminated yellow lid label that allows the user to repeatably record data with a dry erase style pen. Available as single units and sets of six or twelve.
Source: P1 Brand [p1brand.com]
Beautiful Omaha, Nebraska played host to the 2009 ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals and without disappointment the surroundings, facility and competition was second to none. In qualifying JConcepts driver Ryan Maifield put his Associated B4 buggy in the TQ position for the 2wd class, while also qualifying up-front in the 2 other modified classes. Maifield was to go on and take the win in the Modified Truck class however, winning A-main leg 1 and 2 using JConcept’s Double Dee’s tires and Illuzion Hi-Flow body and spoiler, to claim the title.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
