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September 25, 2018

Team Associated Reflex 14T & 14B RTR

Team Associated have introduced their new Reflex 14T and 14B ready-to-run off-road vehicles. Both come out of the box already assembled, with a Reedy Power brushless speed control, brushless motor, high-torque digital steering servo, and 2.4GHz radio system. The adjustability offered by the turnbuckles, caster blocks, and rear hubs allow to adapt the suspension setup to various surface conditions. Additional features include three sealed differentials, aluminium steering rack, and lightweight aluminium centre driveshaft. The 14T comes with a pre-decorated truggy body shell while the 14B features a sleek buggy body. Both will hit stores in October.

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September 23, 2018

Pro-Line 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor truck body shell

Coming from Pro-Line and made for 12.3” wheelbase scale crawlers is the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor truck body shell. This body will completely transform any 313mm wheelbase truck into an Ultra Scale aggressive Raptor rig perfect for rock crawling. The details from the full-size 2017 Raptor have been faithfully recreated and will give scale rigs truck a unique look compared to the sea of old-school classic trucks that have been dominating the crawling scene. The single piece body is very light for a lower centre of gravity and improved crawling performance. Window masks, paint-then-peel overspray film and fully licensed detailed stickers are included to finish off the look.

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September 20, 2018

ECX Micro Roost 1/28 2WD RTR buggy

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new ECX Micro Roost 1/28th scale 2WD ready-to-run buggy. The factory-assembled, palm-sized vehicle comes fully ready to run out of the box with nothing to add prior to turning every office space, living room or other small-sized places into full-breed racing tracks. Grippy all-terrain rubber tyres ensure exceptional handling characteristics as does the locked drivetrain that makes for better low speed off-road use. A full range transmitter is included in the package as is a removable 200mAh 1S LiPo battery pack. The Micro Roost is available in two liveries from November.

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September 18, 2018

Yeah Racing TRX-4 alloy rear C-hubs

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for Traxxas’ TRX-4 trail truck are aluminium rear C-hubs. Machined from aluminium and sporting a black surface coating, the hubs add strength and precision to the rear end of the truck without adding too much weight, making them the ideal choice over optional brass items.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

September 17, 2018

Losi 5ive-T 2.0 1/5th scale 4WD short course truck

Coming soon from Losi is their new 5ive-T 2.0 1/5th scale 4WD short course truck. The gas-powered truck has all of the unrivalled performance of its predecessor and includes Bind-N-Drive technology allowing owners to pick the transmitter that best fits their driving style. The powerful Zenoah G320 32cc engine has been built specifically for the 5IVE-T 2.0. The revised chassis layout reduces the front drive shaft angle for improved durability and increased 4WD balance. Plus, the new rack style bellcrank steering assembly makes for easy Ackermann changes and overall improved steering geometry. Additional advances include an updated front hood, upgraded brakes, and hard anodised bleeder caps and shock bodies for improved shock performance. The truck is available in grey/blue/white or grey/orange/white livery from November.

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September 17, 2018

Exotek release new LST 3XL optionals

Exotek have released a host of new option parts for the Losi LST 3XL monster truck. The range includes new aluminium suspension parts such as front steering blocks, C-hubs and rear hubs all of which add precision and stability. The items are machined from high-quality aluminium and they are available in either blue or gun metal anodising. Also new are front and rear 2.5mm carbon fibre top plates as well as a 5mm carbon fibre LiPo battery strap. The items are direct replacements for the standard parts and they add visual impact for a cool racing look.

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September 17, 2018

Yeah Racing 1/16 E-Revo HD driveshafts

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Traxxas 1/16 E-Revo and Summit trucks are HD tool steel universal driveshafts. The heavy duty items will greatly improve overall durability as they add maximum strength to the driveline. The driveshafts come in sets of two and they can be used either on the front or the rear of the truck.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

August 30, 2018

JConcepts 1993 Ford F-250 Stampede body shell

Another new Traxxas Stampede body shell from JConcepts is the 1993 Ford F-250. For the ninth generation, the body-shell of the 1993 F-Series was given another major upgrade and now a direct fit for the Traxxas Stampede. To further improve its aerodynamics, the forward bodywork was given a slightly lower hood line, and a rounding of the front fenders and grille. The “Blue Oval,” a trademark of all Ford pickups, makes a striking appearance centered in the grille. Stout fender flares are carved ever so carefully in to the panels while openings allow for a vast assortment of tires on the market. The F-250 single-cab look is strong and is a careful reminder of a time when passengers sat side-by-side during a typical outing. The body comes clear and includes an authentic decal sheet and easy to use window mask for the detailed hobbyist and it fits the original Stampede truck as well as the Skully, Craniac and Bigfoot kits.

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