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August 24, 2018

Awesomatix A800X Evo touring car kit

Awesomatix have introduced the latest incarnation of their popular and successful A800X platform, the A800X Evo. The result of continuous development and improvement, the Evo version includes a host of updated parts and new innovations as used by the team drivers. First up the Evo kit is equipped with the new C01B-X-LA carbon lower deck that allows the use of the recently introduced, optional long A-arms. Another new part is the alloy bellcrank steering BSSX that is now included, together with the AM14LS steering arms to offer the best possible steering feedback for most track conditions. Also included are the newly developed P45R and P46R high precision pistons, which are made of a special anti-sticking rubber. These parts guarantee an improved volume compensation of the dampers and gear diff, with the result being a smoother and more consistent operation of these two essential components of the car. Finally the P09X shock screw holders are now a standard also, to allow the use of a progressive spring setting. Beside the A800X Evo carbon fibre kit Awesomatix will also offer the A800XA Evo with soft alloy and A800XAH Evo with hard alloy chassis variants, the latter being shown in above image.

View a list of the key features here

August 24, 2018

Xpress XQ1S aluminium anti-roll bar set

Xpress have introduced their new lightweight aluminium anti-roll bar set for the Execute XQ1S club-level touring car kit. The set includes a total of six swaybar wires for the front and the rear of the car as well as red anodised aluminium collars and ball studs that make for smoother function and an overall lower weight.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

August 24, 2018

RCLabHK TA07 Pro carbon fibre shock towers

Made for the Tamiya TA07 Pro touring car are RCLabHK’s forthcoming new carbon fibre front and rear shock towers. The shock stays were designed to replace the standard parts for cooler looks, more stability and updated body mount positions that now match the Tamiya TRF and other popular brands. The towers will become available separately and in two variants, for standard length or SSBB low profile shock absorbers.

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August 24, 2018

Sweep Racing EXP Evo R3 touring car tyre

Coming from Sweep Racing is their new EXP Evo R3 competition touring car tyre. Updated in terms of carcass shape and utilising newly developed rubber compounds the tyre will offer improved steering response and forward bite. The carcass now has a more round shape for better steering emphasis and the compounds will ensure more consistent lap times toward the end of a run. Hardnesses available include 24, 28, 32, 36 and 40 all of which perfectly match with the EXP-SX inserts.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

August 23, 2018

KO Propo Electrical Switch 3

KO Propo have introduced their new Electric Switch 3, an electronic on/off switch for nitro and gas-powered RC cars. The compact device measures 39.2×17.5×9.5mm and it weighs in at 10g. A two digit LC display allows to monitor the current and minimum receiver battery voltage and a LiPo protection mode ensures Lithium-Polymer-based batteries will not get deep discharged during operation. In addition the internal CPU will ensure maximum safety by preventing sudden connection looses due to voltage drops or overload. The translucent case ensures good visibility of all operation parameters and two mounting lashes make installation easy. The switch works with most transmitters and receivers and it is available from end of September.

View a list of the specifications and more images here

August 23, 2018

Blitz GT3 1/8th GT body shell

Coming soon from Blitz is their new GT3 body shell for 1/8th GT vehicles. Designed for 323mm to 328mm short wheelbase chassis with a track width below 313mm the body is of a more compact appearance. The included rear wing will provide exceptional downforce for improved car control at low and high speeds. The body is available in a standard 1.0mm and a lightweight 0.8mm variant including light decals, window masks and wing mounting hardware.

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August 23, 2018

Arena 1/10th 4WD touring car – Teaser image

Arena RC Racing have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming 1/10th 4WD touring car. The shaft-driven kit seems to target the competition market as it features front and rear swaybars, a floating servo mount, and widely adjustable suspension components. No official information apart from the image is available yet but we keep you up to date on the progress.

Source: Arena RC Racing [facebook.com]

August 23, 2018

OneTen Series set for double headers

The organisers of the OneTen series presented by Infinity are delighted to announce our timetable for the 2018/19 season. With the series run at 4 different locations between October and March, each venue will play host to two rounds of the championship. Aiming to get away from the traditional race format played out over a weekend, we have introduced a new schedule that sees both the Saturday and Sunday rounds run to different formats. Saturday will see a focus on longer qualifiers of 6 minutes and short 4 minute triple finals while Sunday has shorter qualifiers, but more of them, and a single 8 minute main, incorporating bump ups. The organisers hope that this will encourage different approaches to each round in terms of setup and driving while the double header allows each racer two chances to get a good result. For the series, 5 of the 8 rounds count towards the final standings, however trophies will be presented to the top 20 in each class based on a driver’s combined result from both days. Entry for each event will be limited to 100 across both classes and is now open for round 1 at RCI V2 in Shanghai on October 6-7. You can submit your entry by clicking here or by contacting RCI V2 direct and you can find out more information about the OneTen Series here.