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May 12, 2017

RPM B6 mini & wide front bumpers

RPM have introduced two front bumpers for the Team Associated B6 buggies. First up is a mini bumper that replaces the stock hinge pin retainer. It provides roughly 25mm of forward extension and nearly 49mm of width to help protect the front end of the vehicle. That means direct frontal impacts won’t transfer 100 percent of that damaging impact energy into the front bulkhead, chassis or shock tower. The mini bumper weighs in at a mere 7.5g and it is moulded from RPM’s own nylon mix.

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May 9, 2017

JConcepts 1979 Ford F-250 SuperCap MT body shell

JConcepts have introduced their new 1979 Ford F-250 SuperCap body shell for 1/10th scale solid axle monster trucks. The iconic body style shaped and revised by Ford, specifically for the 1979 model year, features rectangular headlights and a one-piece centre grille and JConcepts has built a ground-up design which embodies everything that is special about this piece of truck history. To start this project, JConcepts meticulously set their sights on the 1:1 vehicle replicating the finest details of the 1979. The heavily chiselled, square body look with enlarged, flat-top wheel wells set this body off as a favourite. The recessed body line extends down the entire side of the standard cab body and the included decal sheet details this section to appear like the chrome trim of yesteryear. The wrap-around front windshield, recessed side windows are outlined to perfection while the body lines are all in place to show off that vintage look. Perhaps the most important part of the design, the front headlights, grille, taillights and tailgate are replicated with a decal sheet giving that all important, high-impact look. Included in the package, JConcepts includes a separate front and rear bumper which can be attached for the ultimate show and shine ride. The 12.75″ wheelbase gives drivers options for mounting to an extended length chassis while the flat bed area gives plenty of space for body mount locations or customised with bed cover look.

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May 9, 2017

RPM DEX8T & Kraton rear A-arms

Coming from RPM and made for the Team Durango DEX8T and Arrma Kraton line of off-road trucks are rear A-arms and mud guards. Starting with the A-arms, the parts are moulded from RPM’s renown nylon compound for rigidity while the design also eliminates slop as the parts reduce the amount of movement of the A-arm at the hinge pins, providing for better suspension response and more consistent suspension settings. The next improvement is the addition of a second shock mount hole further out on the arm, providing for a lower profile suspension set-up. This second shock mount allows the shocks to lay down further and lowers the ride height for a lower centre of gravity. This second shock mount matches the additional shock mount hole on RPM’s DEX8T/Arrma front A-arms. On top of this the arms are about ten percent lighter while also allowing to attach RPM’s optional mud guards. The arms are sold in pairs, they replace the stock Arrma AR330249 and stock Team Durango TD330707 parts and Team Durango’s stock mud guards are not compatible with these A-arms.

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May 5, 2017

Traxxas pre-glued paddle tyres

Traxxas makes tackling sand and snow, or even hydroplaning on water easy with the introduction of a range of pre-glued paddle tyres. The all-new lineup features strong scoops combined with strengthening ribs and TSM-rated glue joints to provide a whole new dimension in traction and off road fun. All tyres are sold in pairs and are pre-glued on genuine Traxxas wheels to make it fast and easy to get going. They are available for X-Maxx, Revo and Maxx trucks, Slash, Rustler, and Stampede models.

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May 4, 2017

JConcepts 1988 Chevy Silverado MT body shell

Coming from JConcepts is the 1988 Chevy Silverado monster truck body shell. The 1988 styling is very clean, updated, refined and did not display the boxy looks from the early 80’s. The fleetside design is spot-on featuring slight curvature to the main shape, new headlights, grille treatment and form-fitting wheel wells. The slight flare to the tyre openings give just a little wrinkle to the bed-sides and front fenders to accommodate different sized tyres for maximum versatility. The JConcepts body includes a decal sheet that makes detailing out the headlights, taillights and grille a breeze while window mask allows the user to quickly get the body into paint. Also included is a Racerback which fits the ’88 perfectly to recreate trucks all the way into the early 1990’s. The standard cab body has an 11″ wheelbase and fits retro and race monster trucks as a drop-on giving the all important clearance and functionality.

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May 3, 2017

Team Magic 1/10th truck on-road tyres

Team Magic have released a set of street style on-road tyre for 1/10th monster trucks such as the E5 and E5HX. Sporting a hard-wearing on-road tread the tyres are mounted on black 6-spoke rims and they come in sets of four. The pre-glued wheels are usable on Team Magic’s own E5-series trucks and also select other 1/10th vehicles.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

April 30, 2017

Traxxas TRX-4 scale & trail crawler

Following first teaser images Traxxas have released more information on their new TRX-4 1/10th 4WD scale and trail crawler. The vehicle will utilise a rigid steel frame chassis for minimised chassis flex while front and rear portal axles maximise ground clearance and minimise unwanted torque twist. The portal axles also raise the axle link mounts and centre driveshafts for even greater clearance and they are equipped with remote locking differentials that are controllable via the transmitter. Part of the drivetrain is a hi/low range transmission, again controllable via the transmitter, while a metal gear digital steering servo and full waterproof treatment of the whole vehicle make for go everywhere capabilities. The kit will be rounded out by a replica Land Rover Defender bodyshell and 1.9″ Canyon trail tyres and it will hit stores about mid-May.

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April 26, 2017

Pro-Line 1966 Chevy C-10 cab & bed body shell

Pro-Line have introduced a new body shell for 313mm wheelbase trail trucks in the form of the 1966 Chevy C-10 cab and bed body. Designed for for SCX10 Trail Honcho kit and resembling the iconic C-10 truck, the body offers carefully sculpted, realistic undercut details and a separate bed section for scale looks and loads of customising possibilities. The body is moulded from high-quality Lexan material, it comes clear, including window masks and decal sheet.

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