Infinity is now offering a lightweight version of the kit body for their IFB8 1:8 Nitro Buggy. Compared to the standard body, the weight is reduced by approximately 13 grams resulting in more nimble handling. The Lightweight body is produced from 0.8mm thick lexan and weighs approx. 60 grams.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
Following the recent release of official images of their new 2025 X5B 1:8 Nitro Buggy, Hong Nor has published images of a painted kit body. The body will come with two nose cone styles which can be switched to suit track conditions. With the launch of the new X5B coinciding with the Hong Nor’s 35th anniversary, the Taiwanese company sent an X5B kit to Chad Bradley to test build. Taking an X1-CR to fourth position at the 2006 IFMAR 1:8 World Championships in Indonesia, the American was very complimentary of the new kit and its bodyshell.
Best known as a tyre manufacturer, Jetko Power has released images of its new .21 Offroad engine, the 3-port JP-3. While giving no specs, on publishing images of the engine and its internals they stated, ‘Jetko Power engines are designed for pure competition. Through shrewd engineering and precise production with high quality materials, you can expect exceptional performance from Jetko Power. These engines provide efficient fuel consumption for longer run times. Included is their original exhaust pipe (EFRA2194) that will give linear power and great response to your finger tips.’
American RC accessories brand 1up Racing has introduced an all-new line of upgrade parts for the B7 1:10 Buggy from Team Associated. The LowPro Battery Mounts, LowPro Servo Mount, and Lockdown Motor Mount are each made from high-strength 7075 aluminium and finished in black anodising. Mirror chamfers and CNC-engraved 1up logo complete the look of the parts. The mounts feature a simple tool-free swivel mechanism to hold your battery in place. Both LCG post for 20mm tall batteries and Standard post for 25mm post height options are available to fit all popular battery types. The offset holes on the bracket allow you to fine tune the fore & aft battery position. The unique 1-piece LowPro Servo Mount design wraps low around the back instead of covering it up on top, allowing you to proudly show off your favourite servo and actively lower your centre of gravity. The Lockdown Motor Mount isn’t just about looks – instead of using only two screws on a long mounting arm prone to bending, the Lockdown Motor Mount utilises a third screw and includes a Pro Duty Titanium Lockdown Screw for the top of the motor along with a reinforcement bar to ensure it stays true. Even with the added security, the Lockdown mount still comes in lighter than the stock motor mount at only 8.14 grams, thanks to strategically placed weight-saving cutouts.
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New from Xray for their range of 1:10 offroad platforms comes these Titanium Shock Standoffs. Fitting XB2, XB4, XT2, and XT4, they are ultra-precisely machined from high grade titanium material. The high-strength, lightweight standoffs are 37% lighter than their steel counterparts offering a significant weight reduction for enhanced performance thanks to the lowered CG. Each standoff weighs just 1.3g, greatly decreasing overall weight compared to standard steel standoffs. Designed with a unique focus on minimising weight without compromising strength, the standoffs feature a reinforced mounting area to the shock tower, ensuring they can withstand maximum loads while providing exceptional durability.
Aftermarket parts and accessory manufacturer T-Works has released these +2mm Titanium CVA Axles for the RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy from Team Associated. With 64 Titanium known for its high strength and higher fatigue resistance, the shafts significantly reduce weight and enhance initial acceleration. The extra 2mm in length over stock axles helps ensure the drive shafts don’t come when experiencing extra long suspension travel.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Team Associated’s Thomas Phipps claimed his first BRCA British 1:10 Offroad National Championship win over the weekend when he won 2WD at Round 2 of the championship. Racing at Boughton Raceway in Norfolk in the East of the country, in 4WD it was Schumacher’s Ben Smith who took the win. Topping 3 of the 4 qualifiers, Neil Cragg managing the fastest time in Q2, Phipps secured the overall TQ ahead of the similar buggies of Cragg and Round 1 double winner Tommy Hall with Smith securing P4. In the finals an incident filled A1 saw Hall win from Smith as Phipps finished P4. In A2, the 20-year-old was able to convert pole into victory finishing 2-seconds ahead of Cragg. In A3 having pulled an early lead, Phipps was then chased back down by Hall but as the reigning champion attempted a pass the pair tangled handing the lead to the Schumacher’s Josh Holdsworth. Holdsworth stayed out front to win the leg ahead of Phipps and Smith but P2 was enough for Phipps to claim his first National race win. Josh Holdsworth (2nd) and Hall joined him on the podium. In 4WD, Smith would take the TQ and win ahead of Martin, who won A1, with Josh Holdsworth competing the Top 3 ahead of back to back champion Hall.
Image: Thomas Phipps [Facebook]
New from Willspeed is this full ball raced aluminium steering set for the Schumacher Cougar 2 Works. The British 1:10 Offroad conversion kit and after market parts specialists’ first dip into products for the ever growing vintage racing market, the geometry fully replicates original parts making the upgrade iconic event legal. The design includes alterations over the original to ball race drag link for a super free steering setup with the added durability and precision. Manufactured in 6082 aluminium with a black anodised finish with the Drag link engraved with the WS logo.
