July 8, 2014

HPI Micro RS4 bronze wheel set

HPI Micro RS4 bronze wheel set

HPI introduce this bronze wheel set for the revitalised Micro RS4 1/18 scale cars. Containing three pairs of front wheels and three pairs of rear wheels the set offers three different rim designs of mesh, flat 5-spoke and flat 6-spoke wheels. They are usable on all Micro RS4 models and are ideal to give the car a new look instantly.

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July 1, 2014

Scorpion Z-1410-8500kv Mini-Z brushless motor

Scorpion Z-1410-8500kv Mini-Z brushless motor

Following the release of their first ever line of car-related brushless motors Scorpion now also have an optional motor for Kyosho Mini-Z VE vehicles available. Made to fit both the Mini-Z on-road and buggy chassis, the motor is made using aero grade aluminium and ultra high quality 0.2mm stator steel with high temperature resistant magnets and enamel wires, to work with high efficiency and to produce higher peak power and higher torque in combination with a lower running temperature. Weighting in at 20.5 grams the motor is ultra light weight to increase top speed and acceleration while improving the car’s handling at the same time.

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June 26, 2014

Vaterra 2014 Corvette Stingray

Vaterra 2014 Corvette Stingray

Following the 1969 Corvette Stingray Horizon Hobby now also introduce the 2014 variant of the ‘Vette’. Making use of Vaterra’s proven V100-S 4WD shaft-driven on-road chassis the car features full ball bearings, a 540-size brushed motor, LiPo-ready speed controller and it is decked off with a replica 2014 Stingray body and suitable wheels. Coming ready-to-run and factory-assembled the kit also includes a genuine Spektrum 2.4GHz radio set, 1800mAh NiMH battery pack and a 2A wallcharger.

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June 24, 2014

HPI Micro RS4 RTR Bucky Lasek & Sverre Isachsen

HPI Micro RS4 RTR Bucky Lasek & Sverre Isachsen

HPI Racing have two new bodyshell variants of their iconic Micro RS4 car available. Coming factory-assembled and ready-to-run with everything needed to get the 220mm long racers running, the 4WD micro cars build on the proven Micro RS4 with a 2-belt all-wheel drivetrain, front and rear differentials, front universal driveshafts and coil-over inboard cantilever front shocks. The cars are equipped with replica Method Race GRC wheels, slick tyres and your choice of Bucky Lasek’s #81 and Sverre Isachsen’s #11 Subaru Impreza WRX STI bodyshell. Also included is a 2.4GHz radio system, all needed batteries and a wallcharger.

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June 19, 2014

Kyosho MR-03VE JSCC blue limited edition chassis

Kyosho MR-03VE JSCC blue limited edition chassis

Kyosho America introduce a blue limited edition 50th Anniversary chassis kit of the brushless-powered MR-03VE. Based around blue-colour chassis parts the car features full ball bearings, a rear ball differential, gold-plated battery terminals and a Team Orion XSpeed Eco brushless motor. Included are also modification parts for a MM-type motor mount and a front wide tread conversion. Not included are wheels, tyres, a body and a 2.4GHz ASF-compatible transmitter.

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May 20, 2014

HPI D-Box 2 stability control system

HPI D-Box 2 stability control system

HPI introduce the D-Box 2 adjustable stability system for virtually every radio controlled car. Although aimed for the use in drift cars, the gyro can also be used in nitro and electric on-road and off-road vehicles as it improves vehicle control on slippery surfaces. Based on the experience gained with the original D-Box, the follow-up device offers four different settings to adjust the gyro sensitivity for perfect vehicle control without loosing steering response or gyro support. The device is simply connected between the steering servo and receiver, measures around 26.5x27x10mm and weights in at 9.5g. Before using the D-Box at a race meeting please check with the rules as tracks do not allow the use of gyros for fairness reasons.

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May 15, 2014

Vaterra Ford Fiesta Rallycross RTR

Vaterra Ford Fiesta Rallycross RTR

Vaterra steps into the rallycross game with the recreation of the 1/10th scale Rockstar Ford Fiesta. Based on a 4WD nylon composite tub chassis with metal gear VTV (Viscous Torque Vectoring) differentials the car comes factory assembled with a 4-pole 3300kv Dynamite brushless motor, waterproof 70A 3S-compatible speed controller and a Spektrum SRS4200kv receiver with AVC (Active Vehicle Control) technology for improved driving stability even in rough terrain. Other features include a tough front foam bumper, large volume oil-filled shock absorbers, and rally tread tyres. All that is topped off by a pre-decorated Ford Fiesta bodyshell. Also included in the package is a Spektrum DX2E transmitter with batteries.

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May 1, 2014

Vaterra Corvette Stingray RTR

Vaterra Corvette Stingray RTR

Vaterra introduce the stunning 1/10th Corvette Stingray on the proven V100-S touring car chassis. Featuring full-time 4WD, sealed differentials, and independent suspension parts, Vaterra’s Vette is topped-off by a realistic 1969 Stingray body and low-profile tyres on 54mm wheels. Included in the kit is also a 15T brushed motor, waterproof speed controller, receiver and steering servo as well as a genuine Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system. The package is rounded out by a Dynamite 6-cell NiMH battery pack and a suitable 2A wall charger.

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