Tamiya have announced the soon release of the Dual Rider kit based on the popular T3-01 trike chassis. The futuristic variant of the Dancing Rider features an aerodynamically shaped canopy, designed by Takayuki Takayaki, a customisable driver and the chassis is highly upgradable utilising the already available range of optionals that boost both appearance and performance. The kit will hit stores at the end of March.
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Coming soon from Kyosho is the Subaru Impreza WRC 2006 PureTen RS utilising the proven FW-06 1/10th 200mm 4WD chassis. User-friendly and easy to control, the FW-06 is ideal as an introduction to GP touring cars while the performance of the car evolves as as the owner’s driving techniques improve. A 2-speed transmission combines with the new high-power KE15SP engine and with the same rear suspension as the World Champion V-ONE RRR with setting options and maintenance-friendly features only available on the latest racing machines, the FW-06 chassis also meets the demands of expert-level drivers. The factory-assembled ReadySet is equipped with the 2.4GHz Syncro KT-231P+ transmitter that, in addition to the dual-rate function, also features a failsafe function that automatically reduces the throttle if radio signal is interrupted. The car is decked off with a pre-painted and pre-decorated 2006 Subaru Impreza WRC body shell.
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Coming from Yeah Racing and made for their TT-02 RWD TATT-S03 drift conversion is an adjustable rear suspension mount. The design allows to easily access 1, 3.5, or 5 degrees toe-in setting with the teeth-meshed adjustments allow to achieve a symmetrical setting every time owners change the toe-in setting. The set includes the multi-piece RR hanger, machined from aluminium and coming blue anodised and with white markings for easy identification. Also includes are rear inner suspension shafts and small parts.
Tamiya have released first details of their forthcoming M-07R M-chassis kit. The vehicle is based on the proven M-07 Concept and will include several performance-enhancing option parts such as the high-traction lower deck, TRF shock absorbers, reinforced suspension parts, 33mm double joint driveshafts, clamp-type aluminium wheel hex adapters, alloy gear diff outdrives, a Ti-coated suspension shaft set as well as a hard-coated pinion gear. The kit will hit stores by end of March.
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Coming soon from Tamiya is the FRP chassis conversion set for TA02-based cars. The kit will replace the standard tub chassis for a fibreglass double deck construction that allows to adjust battery placement in order to fine-tune weight bias while also scrubbing weight and increasing chassis rigidity. the set also includes FRP front and rear shock towers as well as an assortment of moulded parts and all needed hardware. The conversion kit will hit stores by end of March.
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Coming in March is Kyosho’s updated FW-06 Audi LMS ready-to-run set. The shaft-driven 200mm nitro touring car features Kyosho’s intermediate level FW-06 chassis that comes equipped with a front pivot ball suspension, large volume threaded aluminium shock absorbers, an enclosed radio box and an adjustable 2-speed transmission. Other features include the new slide carburettor KE15 SP engine, a 2.4GHz radio system as well as a Audi R8 LMS body shell with a scale rear wing design.
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Yeah Racing have announced the soon release of their new 30mm aluminium case boost cooling fan. Being housed in an alloy rather than a plastic case, the fan will make for improved cooling efficiency not only because of its optimised case design but also by adding to the overall cooling surface when mounted to a speed controller heat sink. The case design also allows to use it as a motor cooling fan for extreme conditions. The fan is 8.4V high-voltage compatible, it utilises dual ball bearings and is available in black, blue or red colour.
Another iconic brand, beside Kyosho, is definitely Tamiya, who more or less fully concentrate on the hobby sector these days. A crowd pleaser might be the classic 1980’s Audi Quattro that is showcased as a prototype. It is understood that the body will be used for the usual breed of entry-level chassis, including the TT-02, and we really hope to see more scale-looking wheels on the final product. Other news include the Citroen 2CV Rally on M-05Ra chassis, the Lunch Box Red Edition re-release, the Toyota 4×4 Pick-Up Mountain Rider limited edition re-issue, the Comical Hornet on the WR-02CB stunt chassis, the Volkswagen Type 2 T1 M-06, the HKS Nissan Skyline GT-R Gr.A TT-01 Type-E limited edition, the Tyrrell P34 Six Wheeler 1977 Monaco GP Special Edition painted body limited edition, as well as the Ford Mustang GT4 TT-02. Also coming is M-07R chassis kit with lots of option parts as well as the Dual Rider trike, a more futuristic version of the popular Dancing Rider.
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