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March 25, 2011

OFNA Nexx10sc 4wd SC truck

New from OFNA the Nexx10sc is a high performance 4×4 Short Course truck. Featuring pivot ball suspension for smooth handling characteristics, predictable drive and durability, three sealed oil filled differentials supply the traction to the all wheel drive system putting the power to the ground. The independent front and rear suspension and oil filled shocks add great stability and will help you blast through rough terrain with ease. The Nexx10SC also has new full size (2.2″/3″) short course wheels with detailed styling, while the ‘Bar and Peg’ tire has an aggressive feel. The full size short course body with realistic detail and fender clearance give this truck the authentic look.

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March 10, 2011

Losi 1/10 XXX-SCB short course buggy

New from Losi, the XXX-SCB is a realistic-looking off-road buggy that not only looks the part, but performs too. The XXX-SCB is based off the reputable XXX-platform, so you know right away you’re getting a star performer. This buggy also comes ready-to-run with detailed components from bumper to bumper, including a drivers figure and roll-cage, window nets, nerf bars, a Losi radio system with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM technology, a 2S LiPo-compatible ESC, aluminium oil-filled shocks and much more. Available in Rocktar, ReadyLift and Stronghold versions.

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March 4, 2011

Robitronic Smasher Short Course truck

The Smasher marks Robitronic’s foray into the short-course arena. Straightforward, bold faced and with loads of top-features to boot, the Smasher really appeals to newcomers and rc-enthusiasts eager to experience real racing atmosphere!. Designed as a 2wd short course truck, the Smasher builds upon the typical chassis optimized for extra ground clearance, supported by extra long a-arms and oil-filled shocks to stomach any terrain, you might want to race the Smasher on.

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February 16, 2011

Traxxas Slash 2wd Kyle Busch edition

Traxxas have announced the release of the Kyle Busch edition Slash Pro 2WD Short-Course truck. This Ready to race truck is supplied with a TQ 2.4Ghz radio system and Power cell 7-cell NiMh battery. The base is the same high quality truck from Traxxas with Titan 12-Turn 550 modified motor, XL-5 waterproof electronic speed control, water-sealed receiver box and steering servo, metal gear Magnum 272 transmission and Revo-spec torque-control slipper clutch but with the familiar racing colours of Kyle Busch.

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February 9, 2011

Mamba Max Pro SCT edition

Castle Creations have teamed with Hobbico to bring the Mamba Max Pro SCT ESC and Neu-Castle 1415-2400kv motor combo to customers who want to take the next step in speed and reliability beyond their stock brushless setup. These new 550 type motors are almost 100% more powerful than most stock brushless setups and are four pole, with higher quality components designed for improved torque and it just bolts right in with the ESC wires ready to connect to the motor. The Mamba Max Pro SCT is built for speed, but it’s also a torque monster, able to dig out of tall grass, sand, most any conditions you can throw at it.

Source: Castle Creations [castlecreations.com]

January 28, 2011

Team Associated SC10 4×4 truck

Following teaser images and much anticipation Team Associated have released the SC10 4×4. Starting with a clean sheet of paper, Associated’s Area 51 design engineers have created the ultimate four-wheel-drive short-course racer. Its composite modular chassis design with sealed receiver box and removable ESC tray, combined with innovative features such as 13mm big bore shocks, a decoupled slipper clutch and a hybrid belt/gear drive system, makes the SC10 4×4 unlike any other short-course truck on the planet. In addition to these unique features, a long list of competition-proven components create an extremely high performance and durable state-of-the-art race truck.

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January 26, 2011

LRP Vector X-12L Short Course 550 motor

LRP’s revolutionary Vector X-12 brushless motors have set new benchmarks in electric motor performance and now the same level of performance and technology is available for 4×4 Short Course class racing. 4WD Short Course drivers can now take advantage of the World Championship-winning XTEC X-12 technology. With the all new Vector X-12L Short Course 550 motors, developed for 4WD Short Course racing, even more performance is available at your disposal.

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January 25, 2011

Ansmann Racing X4TT prototype SC truck

German company Ansmann Racing have released the first image of their all new short course truck, the X4TT. This 4wd shaft driven truck, with saddle pack battery configuration, is still in the prototype phase and the company expects a May or June release date. We will bring you more details when we get them.

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