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October 23, 2017

Arrma Kraton 6S BLX 2018 1/8th speed monster truck

Arrma have upgraded their popular Kraton 6S BLX 1/8th electric speed monster truck with the 2018 variant sporting some subtle updates to further up performance and durability. The ’18 variant features revised transmission housings and a redesigned servo mount whose added material reinforces the part’s structures for improved durability while the safety battery mount incorporates adjustable hook and loop straps and wire guides to ensure the battery and wires stay where they belong. New shock cap protectors prevent damage to the upper parts of the shock absorbers, a larger RC box now takes larger aftermarket receivers if needed, and the 2050kV motor and 150A speed controller combo makes for top speeds of over 95km/h. The ready-to-run set is rounded out by a Tactic 2.4GHz radio system, dBoots multi-terrain tyres and a pre-decorated body shell in two colour schemes.

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October 19, 2017

JConcepts 1988 Chevy Silverado “Snoop Nose” MT body

Made for all 13″ wheelbase monster trucks is JConcepts’ new 1988 Chevy Silverado Snoop Nose body shell. JC revives a cult favourite with a completely redesigned body for solid axle monster truck racing. The 13″ wheelbase is perfect for the solid runners in today’s racing and with a proportioned width and “snoop nose”, the Chevy is a cut above the rest. The tucked front nose provides clearance for an assortment of tyres such as the Renegades and Firestorms while the shaved front and rear bumper faces the competition like a fighting bull. The main structure of the body remains a genuine Chevrolet style used from 1988 to 1998 and deep down represents the Heartbeat of America generation. The body comes clear, including paint mask for all windows and detailed Chevy and JConcepts logo decal sheet.

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October 19, 2017

ECX Barrage 1/24 4WD scale RTR rock crawler

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new ECX Barrage 4WD 1/24 scale rock crawler. The palm-sized vehicle features incredible scale realism, officially licensed Falken Wildpeak MT tyres, a rear “truggy” cage with spare tyre and LED lights. It is perfect for messy desks and messy bedrooms as well as crawling through gardens, mud, as well as your neighbourhood creek and can clear marble-sized rocks easily. A true 4-link suspension handles the suspension control and a stamped, black-coated aluminium chassis makes for a strong and stiff backbone. Included in the package, that is available in orange or blue body colour, is also a 4.8V 220mAh NiMH battery pack and a one-step USB charger.

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October 18, 2017

Arrma Granite & Fazon Voltage Mega SRS RTR trucks

Coming from Arrma are the all-new Granite and Fazon Mega SRS ready-to-run trucks. The 1/10th scale 2WD vehicles are based on a newly designed mid motor plastic monocoque chassis that was developed around a highly versatile battery compartment that allows to run the trucks with the new Arrma 18650 LiIon single cell batteries or your choice of standard 6-cell NiMH or 2S LiPo batteries. Using the company’s 3.7V LiIon cells reminds of using a toy as they are side-loaded into the battery compartment and using one, two or three pairs of batteries allows to double or triple the running time of the truck. Other features include a tough transmission with metal-geared differential, wide transmission gears as well as oil-filled shock absorbers and waterproof electronics. The sets are rounded off by pre-painted body shells, grippy dBoots tyres and a 2.4GHz radio system and a charger. Both the Granite monster and Fazon race truck are available in two different body colours and they will hit stores soon.

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October 16, 2017

Pro-Line Pro-MT 4×4 1/10 monster truck pre-built roller

Coming from Pro-Line is the all-new Pro-MT 4×4 1/10th scale 4WD pre-built monster truck roller. Known for their body shells, tyres, accessories and also a range of 2WD vehicles, Pro-Line have now entered the 4WD market with this 4×4 monster truck. Designed to handle the abuse of high-performance 1/8th scale motors and 4S LiPo battery setups the 1/10th truck utilises design features known from 1/8th scale buggies to combine durability, performance and a high degree of tuneability. Included option parts do away with the need to purchase expensive aftermarket parts and so the features list include items such as a 3mm 6061-T6 alloy chassis with 3mm thick hardened steel spine, front, centre and rear sealed gear differentials with oversized bearings as well as hardened steel Mod 1 gears for the drivetrain.

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October 16, 2017

Samix SCX10 II brass C-hubs

Coming from Samix and made for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck are heavy brass C-hubs. Weighing in at 35g for a pair the hubs add weight to one of the lowest parts of the truck for improved climb performance and stability. The hubs are machined from high-quality brass material, they come black coated for looks and wear and are a direct replacement for the stock plastic hubs.

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October 12, 2017

Losi Rock Rey 1/10th 4WD rock racer kit

Coming from Losi is the Rock Rey 1/10th 4WD rock racer kit. The kit variant of the company’s popular Rock Rey comes standard with a handful of option parts, allowing racers to customise the vehicle how they want as they have the complete freedom to accessorise and hop up the vehicle to their liking. With a new roll cage that resembles full-scale rock racers and its new front-end geometry, the changes add the needed handling for rock racing while taking advantage of the Baja Rey platform’s rear-loading battery and bottom-loading motor. The kit includes aluminium rear upper links and upper rod track mounts, as well as adjustable camber links and turnbuckles for the steering. For U4 racing, Losi includes a diff locker for the centre differential. Also part of the package are 2.2″x5.8″ Maxxis Creepy Crawler LT tyres and clear body panels to create custom paint jobs.

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October 10, 2017

Arrma Senton & Granite 1/10th 4×4 RTR trucks

Arrma have introduced their all-new Senton and Granite 1/10th 4×4 Mega ready-to-run trucks. Both utilise the same full-time 4WD transmission and chassis and the vehicles feature sturdy front and rear differentials, telescopic driveshafts and a slipper clutch to get the power to the ground. Large volume composite plastic shock absorbers soak up all of the terrain’s imperfections while raised chassis side rails keep dust, dirt and moisture away from the servo, receiver and steering servo. The packages are rounded off by 2.4GHz radio systems, wall chargers, 8.4V NiMH batteries and 15T brushed motors. The Senton comes with a short course truck body and grippy SC tyres while the Granite shows off a monster truck body and MT-style tyres and wheels.

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