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June 26, 2019

Pro-Line Dodge Ramcharger trail truck body shell

Coming from Pro-Line is the 1977 Dodge Ramcharger clear body for crawlers and scale trucks. One of the highest detailed polycarbonate bodies ever created by Pro-Line, this fully-licensed body captures all the scale details of the legendary Dodge 4×4 and the builder choose which body configuration is desired to finish off any 12.3” wheelbase rig. The body set includes all the elements needed to build a classic open-air pick-up to show off the included highly detailed interior with add-on dashboard or it will allow to use the included camper-shell to create that rugged 4×4 SUV style. Also, for the first time ever, Pro-Line offers some exclusive 3D bonus scale parts, available for download, free of charge. The Ramcharger is moulded in our durable .060” polycarbonate and comes with window masks, paint-then-peel overspray film and fully-licensed decals to finish off the look. Full details on the downloadable 3D parts links can be found here.

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June 26, 2019

Tamiya TT-02 Audi Quattro Rally A2 kit

Tamiya have announced the soon release of their 1983 Audi Quattro Rally A2 kit on the proven TT-02 entry-level 4WD chassis kit. The highlight of the kit is the finely recreated Quattro body with its moulded side mirrors, rear wing and fog lap clusters that give the iconic rally monster the aggressive appearance it is known for. A detailed sticker sheet helps to recreate the iconic Audi motorsports colours and the chassis is decked out with 5-spoke wheels and rally tread pattern tyres. The chassis itself offers symmetrical suspension arms, easy-to-maintain gearboxes as well as ten possible gear ratios. It can be upgraded using a variety of aftermarket parts and the kit will hit stores in mid-July.

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June 26, 2019

Pro-Line Trencher HP 2.8” pre-mounted belted tyre

Coming soon from Pro-Line is the Trencher HP 2.8” pre-mounted and belted all-terrain monster truck tyre. Pro-Line has developed the technology to mould a high-performance herringbone weave pattern belt inside of the relentless, tall and grippy tread of the new Trencher HP. Made for all-terrain bashing, the Trencher HP tyres will not balloon or expand during use and will still provide exceptional grip thanks to the soft M2 compound. The tyres come mounted on black removable hex Raid wheels and they fit trucks such as the Traxxas Stampede and Rustler 2WD and 4WD.

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June 25, 2019

SWorkz S35-3 series locking servo saver nut

SWorkz have announced the release of a locking servo saver nut for their S35-3, S350, Apollo and Zeus based 1/8th kits. Specially designed with a locking screw the nut allows to securely fix the servo saver nut and thus the servo saver pre-load spring, ensuring consistent adjustments even when the going gets tough. The nut is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes anodised and including the needed locking screw.

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June 17, 2019

Traxxas TRX-4 Traxx RTR trail truck

Coming mid-July is Traxxas‘ new TRX-4 trail truck equipped with Traxx all-terrain tracks. The off-road truck comes standard with a host of option parts and scale accessories such as the name-giving Traxx tracks for increased ground clearance and go-everywhere capabilities while a full LED kit, including head, tail and roof lights, as well as the scale accessories add to the overall appearance. Other features include full 4WD, steel frame rails, adjustable wheelbase, dual fit battery track, inner fenders and floor pans, as well as alloy shocks and heavy duty steel suspension links. The truck is topped off by a pick-up truck body shell.

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June 17, 2019

Exotek Rock Rey HD shock tower & top plate

Coming from Exotek and made for the Losi Rock Rey are a HD front shock tower set and a HD carbon fibre top plate. Starting with the front shock tower set, the kit is a replacement for the stock plastic tower and machined from billet 7075 alloy and 5mm thick genuine carbon fibre to ensure the durability needed for heavy duty off-road excursions. It is a direct bolt-on design with great looks for any customised race machine.

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June 13, 2019

Reedy SC400X brushed crawler ESC

Reedy’s all-new SC400X brushes speed controller, standard equipment in the Element Enduro RTR, is now available on its own. The speedo is 2S to 3S LiPo compatible and equipped with advanced features intended specifically for crawlers and trail trucks. Fully proportional forward and reverse gives precision control on rocky terrain while an option of 0%, 50%, or 100% drag brake setting helps maintain control on steep ascents and descents. Convenient dual auxiliary power leads can be used to power LED lighting or other scale accessories. The durable water-resistant case protects the ESC from the elements and an integrated heatsink keeps temperatures in check when using high-power motors during extended sessions. Flexible silicone wires, a low-resistance battery T-plug connector, and bullet motor connectors round off the list of features.

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June 13, 2019

SWorkz S35-3/2E series centre roll bar brace

SWorkz have introduced a centre roll bar brace conversion kit for the S35-3E, S35-2E and Apollo series off-road kits. The design, that connects the front upper plate, the centre diff plate and the rear gearbox, will greatly improve the pitch stiffness of the chassis while maintaining torsional flex. The result is optimsed punch and acceleration while maintaining side bite and aggressive cornering. The set includes all needed parts and it is a direct fit.

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