SWorkz have introduced their new high performance carbon slipper clutch pad set for the S14-3 buggy. The graphite pads feature two different surfaces, one scrubbed, flat side and one machined, vented side, ensuring optimised power supply, greatly reduced fading and less maintenance. The package includes three slipper pads and a slipper plate and it is only usable with the S14-3 buggy.
BMT have introduced their new 801 Pro nitro and 801EP Pro electric buggy kits. Both build on a hard anodised 7075 aluminium chassis for strength and they utilise sturdy drivetrain components including front and rear CV-design driveshafts, steel gears, and the GP car also uses Ferodo-clad brake pads in order to provide fading-free stopping performance. The suspension areas of both the nitro and electric-powered buggy are made up using long travel suspension components with the A-arms being reinforced by detachable carbon fibre plates, the shock absorbers are of a 17mm diameter big bore design for exceptional damping and the front and rear shock towers are made up of 4mm/3mm machined aluminium. Front and rear anti-roll bars round out the suspension package. Dust-proof RC boxes ensure the receiver and receiver battery stay away from the elements and while the EP car comes including a spacious battery compartment, the GP car includes a competition clutch system and air filter. Included with the unassembled kits also come clear body shells.
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Coming for Team Associated’s RC8B3.1 and Mugen’s MBX8 buggies are new aluminium centre driveshafts from T-Works. Machined from aircraft-grade quality and coming with a black surface coating for wear, the shafts are substantially lighter than their steel counterparts that can be found in the respective kits. The dogbone driveshafts are available as combo kits including suitable steel couplers and also separately for the front and rear of the buggies.
Coming for Traxxas’ TRX-4 Sport trail truck is the new Camper body shell. Designed to be a direct fit – when combined with the #8215 tall rear body posts – the body is a nice addition to the standard pick-up shell, adding numerous new design possibilities. The pre-cut and pre-trimmed body is made for 312mm wheelbases settings, it comes clear and including window masks and a detailed decal sheet.
Yeah Racing have introduced a brass upgrade set for the popular Axial SCX10 II trail truck. The set includes parts such as C-hubs, diff covers, rear axle lock-outs as well as knuckle arms all of which are machined from high-quality brass. A polished finish makes the items stand out and using them will improve overall durability compared to the standard composite items while adding valuable weight which will greatly improve climb performance. All of the included parts are also available separately.
LRP have announced the release of a full line of X22 Stock Spec brushless motors as well as the introduction of the X22 N.B. 6.5T modified motor especially for non-boosted modified classes. All motors use a precision-machined 7075-T6 aluminium can with the Stock Spec motors featuring additional machining for improved cooling and a lower weight. A machined window makes way for the laser-etched winding marking, ensuring easy identification while the aluminium backplate with machined pockets further enhances heat dissipation. The motors are rounded off by heavy duty solder tabs. As for the X22 N.B. 6.5T Modified motor, the power plant was developed especially with non-boosted modified racing in mind, a new class that ensures exceptional top speeds that are still manageable for us mere mortals. The motor builds on the X22 Stock Spec and features a 6.5T modified winding, an optimised rotor and adjustable 0 to 60 degree timing.
O.S. Engines have introduced their new Speed B2103 Type-R and Type-S 3.5cc buggy engines. As for the Type-R engine, the long-stroke 5-plus-3-port power plant was developed for medium to high speed tracks and it features a new crankcase, end cap and 22E carburettor with the DLC-coated crankshaft coming tungsten balanced. The engine utilises a tall cooling head for best possible cooling in high ambient temperatures.
T-Works have announced the release of more optionals for the Kyosho ZX7 4WD buggy following the announcement of lightweight alloy centre driveshafts. First up is a carbon fibre battery strap that replaces the standard composite part. The brace is machined from high-quality carbon fibre for cooler looks and more secure battery fitment. The strap is also usable with the ZX6.6 and ZX6 series buggies. Also new are three hardware sets in the form of a 64 grade titanium ball end set, a 64 grade titanium UFO head titanium screw set as well as a gold-colour steel screw set. The titanium items will lower the overall weight while adding visual impact whereas the gold-colour screw set mainly adds bling to Kyosho’s newest 1/10th scale 4WD buggy.
