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January 25, 2018

Kyosho Mini-Z MB-010VE 2.0 chassis set

Coming soon from Kyosho is the Mini-Z MB-010VE 2.0 chassis set. The second generation Mini-Z buggy is equipped with a powerful brushless motor and a new speed controller that improves drive feeling. With tyres and wheels sold separately, the chassis set has been optimised as a racing platform thanks to the capable brushless motor. The other significant change is the newly designed ESC circuit board that delivers vastly improved throttle control, enabling the posture to be controlled through jumps for a distinct racing advantage. In addition to the throttle and brake parameter settings possible with the previous model ESC, with an optional setup cable and free software download, this new circuit board features motor drive frequency and electronic timing settings in the future.

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January 25, 2018

Team Associated Reflex DB10 & Trophy Rat RTR kits

Team Associated have introduced their new Reflex DB10 buggy and Trophy Rat 1/10th scale RTR truck. Both are based on AE’s 9-time R.O.A.R. Short Course National Championship-winning truck platform. They feature some major upgrades not normally found in RTRs, such as a water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control and 3300kV brushless motor, a 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system as well as AE’s all-new DVC (Dynamic Vehicle Control) receiver unit with built-in adjustable digital gyro which allows vehicle stability to be adjusted to flow with the terrain. A Reedy metal-gear digital high-torque servo and LED lights front and rear round out both packages. The suspension also received an upgrade with the addition of adjustable blue anodised aluminium V2 12mm big bore coil-over shocks. The gearbox now comes with a heavy-duty sealed-gear differential and externally adjustable V2 slipper clutch. 81mm CVA driveshafts increase traction and chassis support. Hex-drive, realistic off road wheels and tyres, to keep the vehicles gripping the ground, come standard. The Reflex DB10 comes finished with a pre-painted buggy body shell while the Trophy Rat utilises a customised and weathered truck body.

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January 24, 2018

HRC Racing 6S hardcase LiPo battery pack

HRC Distribution have introduce the HRC Racing brand 6S hardcase LiPo battery pack for 1/8th scale applications. The pack is of the same 138x48x47mm dimension as most 4S packs, allowing to put more power into 1/8th buggies, trucks and monster trucks without having to upgrade the battery compartment. The battery is made of high-quality 4900mAh 60C/110C cells and it comes pre-wired with an industry-standard balancer port and a T-type power connector.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

January 23, 2018

Team Magic E5 chassis protection net

Coming from Team Magic and made for the E5 series of monster trucks is a chassis protection net. Designed to keep the internal transmission, motor and electronics away from the influence of dust and dirt, the net is a direct fit and easily attached and detached using the included strips and the incorporated zippers. The item will hit stores about mid-February.

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January 23, 2018

Power Star PS-540 brushed crawler motor

Coming from Power Star is the new PS-540 brushed crawler motor series. Designed exclusively for rock crawlers and trail trucks, the motor features high-torque magnets for strength, heat resistance and perfect throttle feel while hard brushes ensure a long life of the brushes and commutator. Other features include dual ball bearings, end bell heatsinks, gold-plated solder tabs, and adjustable timing. The motor is available in 27T, 35T and 45T specification.

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January 18, 2018

STRC Venture alloy transmission case & rear lockouts

ST Racing Concepts have introduced new aluminium option parts for the HPI Venture Toyota FY scale crawler in the form of CNC machined aluminium rear lockouts and a centre transmission case. Starting with the centre transmission case, the part adds precision, great looks and more centre weight to the truck while the CNC machined aluminum rear lockouts also add more weight to the lower portion of the vehicle. These Lock-outs also provide better and more precise alignment to the rear straight axle and the bearings for smooth running rear drive axle. Both the Transmission case and rear lockouts are available in anodised black, gun metal, orange, and the rear lock-out is also available in natural silver to match existing silver components on the HPI Venture.

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January 17, 2018

Tamiya Hotshot & Avante chrome-plated body shells

Made for the Japanese market only, yet very cool are these chrome-plated limited edition Tamiya Hotshot and Avante body shells. They are of the same shape as the standard bodies but come pre-painted in chrome red (Hotshot) and chrome blue (Avante) to make Tamiya’s popular vintage 4WD buggies stand out on the track or the shelf. The shells also include the respective rear wings as well as the standard decal sheets.

Image: Mokei Kagaku

January 16, 2018

Team Magic J-Star 6S red edition monster truck

Team Magic have introduced the red edition J-Star 6S ready-to-run monster truck. The vehicle comes factory assembled and including a waterproof Hobbywing 150A speed controller, a 2250kV 6S LiPo-compatible brushless motor as well as a waterproof Savöx metal gear steering servo and a red colour truck bodyshell equipped with a LED light bar. The chassis is equipped with new generation front and rear differentials, a metal centre diff and hardened steel universal driveshafts.

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