RB have release two new 3,5cc buggy engines with a really impressive price/quality rate, called the Sport 10. This 3 port engine comes with a 14 mm crankshaft for good torque and high rpm, while the crankcase design, the smart cooling head and the global architecture makes this engine of the new generation easy to use and really affordable. Available also as a pullstart version, both are supplied with decals and orange caps.
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AKA have announced the new Wishbone tire, which brings years of 1:8 tire technology to indoor racing. With indoor 1:8 racing becoming more and more popular it only made sense for AKA to enter into the 1/8 indoor tire market. After months of testing with drivers from all over the country, they have created a tire that features a dense center Wishbone lug design that helps give the tire both great forward and side bite. The tire features a carcass design with stiffer sidewalls and 3 radial ribs on the inside of the tire to keep the tire more stable with the softer AKA compounds. Available in medium, soft and super soft compounds, pre glued on yellow or white rims or as just the tire.
Source: AKA [raceaka.com]
Schumacher have just announced the first official confirmation of the production of the all new Schumacher Cougar SV competition 2WD off roader. The British company is not giving anything away regarding the specs and configuration but judging by the silhouette we would stab a guess at it being mid motored. We are sure more details will be leaked in the coming weeks and we will keep you up to date as we get more information.
You’ve heard the rumours……seen the chat………and scoured the internet, but now it’s finally here. Schumacher have brought you a tradition of Performance technology, with a pedigree second to none, the Cougar SV is no exception. Engineered by some of the most respected design guru’s in the R/C industry, the Cougar SV retains the same Schumacher ethos, yet uses a fresh approach to modern technology.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
X Factory have released this new top shaft to fit their X-6 & 6 Squared, X-60 as well as the B4 & T4. The new shaft has been CNC machined from a single piece of hardened steel and offers several improvements such as being perfectly round with perfect teeth. Also the previously used AE top shaft often wore out quickly, but this new hardened steel shaft is much more durable.
Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.com]
JConcepts have released a sneak preview of their new Illuzion Manta short course body shell. Designed to fit the Slash, Slash 4×4 and SC10, the shell has been inspired from the ground up to turn these short course trucks into high performance machines. Its features include a scale inspired body, cab and window design, aggressive headlight and grill treatment with racing influence, front and rear fender flares for maximum clearance and an extended cab with recessed windows.
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Team Epic have announced the release of this Sirio .27 engine, which is a direct fit for the Traxxas Revo and T-Maxx. This 7 port engine features an ABC piston and sleeve, high performance ball bearings and slide carburetor and uses a standard starting system. Comes supplied in two versions with a specific engine mount for each of the two chassis’.
Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]
Nosram have introduced the 2010 tuned version of their RS.21 RR buggy engine. The highly improved RS.21 RR engine draws a stunning 2.71hp out of 35,400rpm and provides your buggy with maximum power and speed while maintaining its bulletproof reliability. Supplied with a new 7mm factory team carburetor that has been designed for easy tuning, it generates a smooth and efficient throttle control, resulting in an extremely low fuel consumption.
Source: Nosram [nosram.com]
Having released images of their all new Serpent 1/8th scale buggy yesterday, today we have received the first shots of the new car in the wild. Spotted in Ft Lauderdale in Florida, the all new S811 Cobra from Serpent was being put through its paces by chief designer and former World Champion Billy Easton.
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