Team Associated have introduced the SC28 Fox Edition short course and MT28 RTR monster trucks in 1/28 scale. Both offer palm-size dimensions, making them ideal for tearing up the office desk, living room or hobby shop and they include everything needed such as an integrated ESC and receiver unit, an integrated proportional servo and pre-decorated body shells along a 2.4GHz transmitter that also acts as a charger for the tiny vehicles.
Coming from Axial is the SCX10 II 2017 Jeep Wrangle CRC 1/10th 4WD RTR trail truck. The latest incarnation of Axial’s popular SCX10 II platform includes some specialised parts, such as CRC front and rear bumpers, unique rock rails with additional body-mounting points, moulded front and rear fenders and a CRC-inspired hood. Additional external scale features consist of moulded side mirrors, door handles, windshield wipers, hood latches and a full set of lights – six in total – that mount into a realistic front radiator/light bucket combo. Standard features included are high-clearance AR44 high-pinion axles, a chassis mounted servo, re-designed AX10 transmission case and tough steel suspension links alongside the detailed Jeep Wrangler Unlimited body. The kit is rounded out by a 35T brushed motor, the AE-5L speed controller with drag brake, as well as a Tactic TTX300 3-channel 2.4GHz radio system.
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Modelix Racing from Spain have introduced their all-new Ultimate Racing MZ8 Pro brushless motor and MX8 Race brushless speed controller. Starting with the motor, the 690-size unit features a CNC-machined 3-piece 7075 aluminium case with integrated heatsink and it is of a 6-pole design for power and drivability. Strong neodymium magnets ensure high torque and an optimised stator design, dual high-quality ball bearings and pre-soldered quick-change heavy duty connectors make for high reliability. The motor is available in 1900kV and 2100kV variants and it includes pre-soldered wires.
Made to apply tyre sauces or cleaning agents is JConcepts’ new liquid application brush. The purpose-designed brush is a simple and effective way to apply cleaners, refreshers and additives to RC tyres. It has a beefy handle with additional thumb platform that allows the user to quickly and directly attack each tyre with the necessary force. In addition, the JConcepts-branded handle has been lightened during the design process with heavy pocketing for the most racy look, feel and performance. The resilient, durable and wide footprint bristles are long lasting, standing up to even the most extreme racer abuse on a consistent basis while also being used as a clean-up or scrub brush.
Team Losi Racing have introduced a new mud guard set with integrated fan mount for the TLR 22 4.0 buggy. Made from Stiffezel composite material the guard is a direct fit on the 4.0 buggy and its detachable motor fan mount ensures the fan unit stays in place even in severe racing action, ensuring reliable motor cooling especially for Stock racing.
Source: TLR [tlracing.com]
The Fall Brawl warm-up race was held at Badlands RC last weekend. In the Pro Nitro Buggy class it was newly signed HB Racing pilot Cole Ogden, who scored a popular TQ with his Reds Racing-powered ride. In the 20-minute main final it was again Cole who was able to come out on top, leaving behind Jason Smith (Mugen/Reds Racing) in 2nd and HB Racing/O.S. Engines’ John Michael McGinty in 3rd.
Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]
Coming from Ripmax is the Extremo 1/10th 4WD RTR rock crawler. The vehicle features a composite tub chassis, long travel suspension components and it is powered by a 540-size brushed motor. The rock racer comes pre-assembled, including steering servo, speed controller, a 2200mAh 7.4V LiPo battery pack and a suitable wall charger along a 2.4GHz radio system. The kit is rounded out by a pre-decorated body shell with driver figure and grippy all-terrain tyres on beadlock-style wheels.
UK Aerox distributor Schumacher has introduced a new body shell for the Cougar KC/KD 2WD buggy. The body is designed to improve the aero package of the Cougar KD and particularly KC models. It has a super sleek design, is 13 grams lighter than a standard kit body which greatly reduces the centre of gravity and the chances of traction roll on high grip surfaces. Michal Orlowski used it to great effect at the recent EOS in Poland claiming 4th place from 3rd on the grid and he says: “The new Aerox bodyshell feels great to drive. Car is more agile and rolls round less so it makes you feel more confident. That makes you faster on the track. And it looks awesome too!” The body is supplied in crystal clear polycarbonate with over-spray film, window masks and decal sheet.
