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December 21, 2017

Pro-Line Sling Shot 4.3” Pro-Loc sand tyres

Made for Traxxas’ X-Maxx 1/8th scale truck are Pro-Line’s new Sling Shot 4-3” Pro-Loc sand tyres. These tires have been developed from the ground up for extreme X-Maxx punishment with an all-new ultra-durable compound that prevents tire ballooning even at high speeds. The tyre features Pro-Line’s proprietary Pro-Loc technology that creates an ultra-secure bond to the company’s Impulse Pro-Loc X-Maxx wheels while still being removable when required. The reinforced tyre bead fits into a uniquely shaped channel on the wheel and the bead-loc screws actually pass through the tyre rubber before being pinched by the outer bead-loc ring to create the maximum possible mounting security.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

December 21, 2017

Power HD R12 low-profile digital servo

Coming from Power HD is their new R12 low-profile digital servo for 1/10th electric applications. It features straight-line gears for 30 percent higher geardtrain efficiency, it is high voltage compatible and features an overall new design. The coreless motor servo is capable of pulling up to 12kg-cm of torque at as speed down to 0.06s, making it usable for 1/10th touring, off-road and pan car applications.

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December 21, 2017

Pro-Line Inversion 1/10th buggy front tyres

Pro-Line have introduced the new Inversion 2.2” 2WD and 4WD buggy front tyres. The tyre is essentially an inverted Positron tread design that has been developed for tracks where ghost pins or almost slicks are ideal. The Inversion features directional grooves much deeper than the Prime tyres combined with a rough textured tread surface for amazing grip even in dusty conditions. New to the tyre is a flatter profile for an improved contact patch over previous tyres. The Inversion is available as a 2WD and a 4WD front variant in both M4 super soft and MC clay compounds.

View the 4WD front tyre here

December 20, 2017

Axial SCX10 complete transmission set

Axial’s SCX10 transmission received a design makeover with special attention paid towards aesthetics by mimicking a real transmission with a bell housing, oil pan and a 4×4 transfer case. By sitting the transfer case lower into the chassis and centering the driveshafts with the axle input housings, the designers have created a more efficient driveline with better driveshaft angles which puts less stress on moving parts. Better driveshaft angles coupled with hi-pinion axles IS scale realism backed with performance. Also includes full set of ball bearings and all metal internal gears for strength and durability.

View a list of the features here

December 20, 2017

Adi Riederer doubles at Swiss Offroad Masters Rd2

The second round of the Swiss Offroad Masters series was held at the Islikon track recently. Xray’s Adi Riederer was in control of things all day long, taking double TQs and wins in the 2WD Modified and 4WD Modified Buggy classes. Elias Ehrmann (Xray) would come in 2nd in the 2WD class from Xray teammate Silvio Pietroboni in 3rd. Over in 4WD the podium was completed by Michi Wüest (TLR) 2nd and Philippe Weber (Yokomo) 3rd.

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December 20, 2017

2017 Keilor Cup & Victorian Drivers Series Rd4 – Report

The fourth and final round of the Victorian Drivers Series was held at the Keilor Track in Melbourne. Over 130 entries were received for the event, which was re-run two weeks later than planned due to unseasonal summer rain washing out the original date. The Keilor club had prepared a classic outdoor dirt track which grooved up through the weekend but still had a fine dust layer in the hot summer weather, making tyre choice and setup critical to get maximum traction. Racers had travelled from as far away as Broken Hill, Mildura and Adelaide to join in this successful series. The Keilor Cup this year had extra meaning due to the recent passing of life member and long time president Mark Polistena, and many racers carried memorial stickers on their vehicles to honour his memory.

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December 20, 2017

Xray XB2 & XT2 soft graphite chassis side guard brace

Xray have introduced a graphite chassis side guard brace in “soft” configuration. The set allows to adjust the front chassis stiffness, making the vehicle easier to drive and increasing corner speed in certain track conditions. In addition the parts make for more forgiving landings. The set is usable for the XB2C, XB2D and XT2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 20, 2017

ProTek Graphene LiHV & lightweight RX battery packs

AMain Hobbies have introduced two new Silicone Graphene LiHV battery packs as well as a lightweight LiPo receiver battery. Starting with the LiHV packs, first up is the 2S 7.6V 100C Silicone Graphene LCG pack with a capacity of 5600mAh. It measures 138.5×46.5×22.5mm, weighs in at 245g and comes in handy in all applications that require a medium capacity and lightweight battery. The hardcore battery utilises 5mm bullet-type power connectors and a standard 2mm balancer tube.

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