July 25, 2019

Axial SCX10 II UMG10 6×6 Rock Crawler RTR

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Axial SCX10 II UMG10 6×6 Rock Crawler RTR that delivers realistic performance with an authentic military feel. It features the unrelenting SCX10 II chassis for exciting fun on trails, dirt, gravel, and similar surfaces. For extreme off-roading with more “Get me out of here!” grip, six wheels are better than four. Built around the proven SCX10 II chassis, the UMG10 6X6 delivers exceptional crawler performance in a convenient, ready-to-run package — only a battery and charger are required. The military-style body captures the look of full-size 6X6 trucks, with scale features that include 1.9 military-spec wheels and tires, a working spare, and built-in mounting positions for front and rear LED lights. Waterproof electronics keep the action alive over snow, mud, and more. With its durable SCX10 II metal-geared transmission, rugged AR44 axles, full ball bearings, and more, the 6X6 truck lets even first-time RC drivers keep on going when the going gets tough. For realism that continues when the sun goes down, the truck can be outfitted with lights — a total of eight mounting locations are built-in for easy LED installation. Four LED lights are included – two white LED lights are mounted in the front bumper, and two red LED tail lights are mounted in the rear of the bed. The realistic moulded plastic grille features details such as a radiator, an embossed Axial logo, two clear marker lenses, and two headlight lenses. Additional scale details can be found throughout the body for an authentic military look.

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July 25, 2019

Davide Ongaro crowned EFRA 2WD Euro Champ

The 2019 EFRA 1/10th Electric Off-road European Championships are taking place in Pinerolo, Italy this week. The event, held at the AgriModel Pista Off Road Jonny RC club, kicked off with the 2WD portion that attracted 75 entries. In qualifying round 1 and in heat 7 of 8 Neil Cragg would do the first 11 lap run in qualifying with the top seeded heat still to come. With a number of drivers having mistakes early on it would be Davide Ongaro who would come through to take control of the heat and be the second driver to set an 11 lap run with the quickest time in the round, Neil Cragg would be 2nd and Martin Bayer 3rd.

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July 24, 2019

SWorkz S35-3 wide rear suspension conversion kit

Coming from SWorkz and made for the S35-3 buggy is a wide rear suspension conversion kit. The kit is already used by the SWorkz factory drivers with great success as it allows to generate more corner speed in certain track conditions. The set includes a new hard-coated 7075 aluminium main chassis, a lower, wider rear shock tower, new rear suspension arm mounts as well as new design rear hubs that can be used on the left and right hand side of the buggy.

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July 24, 2019

Avid Triad HD 1/8th scale wing buttons

Avid’s new Triad HD wing buttons are designed with strength in mind for those long and gruelling 1/8th scale mains. They are 2.5mm thick, they sport a 16mm outer diameter and several highlight cuts make for a low weight yet high rigidity. The Avid “A” laser-etched into the anodised alloy help to make the wing buttons stand out and they are available in a range of colours including black, blue, black/blue and black/gold.

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July 24, 2019

Kyosho RB7SS drivetrain optionals

Coming from Kyosho and made for the recently introduced RB7SS stock spec buggy are several drivetrain optionals. First up is a 65.5mm steel driveshaft set that replaces the standard alloy items when planning to run modified motors. The parts offer increased durability and they come including wheel axles and couplers.

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July 24, 2019

Bezerk RC XB2 battery hook system

Bezerk RC are busy adding more carbon fibre optionals to their line-up with the latest being a battery hook system for the popular Xray XB2 buggy. Made from glossy 2.5mm carbon fiber, the hooks offer secure fore and aft adjustment of the LiPo shorty battery pack. Unlike slotted systems that can slide forward in a crash, these stay secure with a range of different positions including flipping them over to get the full range of adjustment. An O-ring holds the pack secure enough to keep it in place but also flexible enough to allow for the chassis to flex underneath. The O-ring hooks are centrally located to the battery hooks, so the O-ring is always centrally located to the battery pack.

Source: Bezerk RC [bezerk.com.au]


July 24, 2019

Pro-Line UDR Hyrax all-terrain tyre

Coming from Pro-Line and made for the Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer truck is the Hyrax all-terrain tyre. Designed from the ground up for exceptional grip and stability on the toughest terrain, the Hyrax tyre is ready to tackle anything the UDR can dish out. The Hyrax features an aggressive open tread pattern with each tread block containing multiple sipes for improved traction. The highly detailed connected tread on the sidewall of the Hyrax extends out for added scale realism and sidewall rigidity to prevent traction rolls. The tyre is made from a special Desert Racing compound for performance and durability and it comes including foam inserts.

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