Coming from Pro-Line are their new S2 compound large scale off-road tyres. Designed for heavy 1/5th scale machinery the tyres are ideal for vehicles such as the HPI 5T or Losi 5ive-T series with the durable S2 medium compound making the tyres ideal for long mains. Both tyres come without foam insert and they are usable on the rear of the Baja 5SC and all-round on the 5ive-T.
Coming from Axial is the SCX10 II raw builder’s kit that helps to easily create your fully customised trail rig. The minimalistic version of the SCX10 II allows owners to choose their own wheels, tyres, body and electronics. To help build the ultimate project, the RBK includes a full set of aluminium links for steering and suspension, WB8 HD Wildboar driveshafts, and mounting hardware to build a 11.4”, 12.0” or 12.3” wheelbase vehicle. The chassis is compatible with most 1/10th scale trail truck body shells, wheels and tyres.
The 1/24-scale 4WD ECX Barrage FPV scaler takes the Barrage legacy and expands it with the inclusion of an incredibly detailed scale body along with a front mounted FPV camera. Drivers get crystal clear video using the included 25mW camera and 4.3 inch LCD screen. From the office cubicle to the kitchen counter, the Barrage FPV tackles everyday house hold items like messy bedroom floors with ease and runs right through leaves and twigs on dirt paths. The truck is available in green or grey colour and it includes a 4.8V battery, USB charger and a 2.4GHz radio system as well as a FPV receiver screen.
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Tamiya’s recently introduced Comical Grasshopper 2WD stunt buggy is soon also available as factory-assembled XB Pro package. The buggy uses the WR-02CB chassis as a base and it comes pre-assembled and including motor, speed controller, servo, receiver and 2.4GHz radio system. The included body and driver are pre-painted and pre-decorated and the set is rounded out by a 7.2V battery and a suitable wall charger. The XB Pro variant is set for a release in mid-December.
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Klinik RC have introduced a new cooling system for 540-size brushless motor and the use with most 1/10th scale buggies and touring cars. The design forces air through the motor instead of letting it flow around the can for a significant drop in operation temperatures. The cooler is constructed from durable material and it is available in three different design: a 90 degree variant for front motor buggies such as the Schumacher KC and most touring cars as well as an inline version for 4WD shaft buggies such as the Team Associated B64, Yokomo YZ4, Tekno EB410, Kyosho ZX6 and Xray XB4. Last but not last is the 45 degree variant for most mid motor buggies such as the B6.1, TLR 22 4.0, Yokomo YZ2, Xray XB2 and Schumacher KC/KD. The shrouds are completely customisable for a clean fit and maximum efficiency and they are paintable to match any recommendation. The kits include the 0.030” thermoformed shroud, four grade 5 billet titanium 3x15mm screws as well as a fan guard and – optionally – a Maclan or WTF HV 30mm fan.
Muchmore have introduced their new 180A-rated Fleta M8 V2 brushless speed controller for 1/8th scale applications. Usable with up to 6S LiPo input the ESC supports 2-pole, 4-pole and 6-pole motors, it features a 6V/7.2V programmable 8A BEC system and it measures 50x47x37mm while weighing in at 156g. The sensored speed also utilises a built-in on/off switch and an integrated programming port.
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Coming soon from Tamiya is the Dynahead 6×6 G6-01TR 6-wheeler off-road trail truck. Based on the popular G6-01 chassis the TR version features portal hub reduction axles that up the final drive ratio to 37.35:1 for improving climbing performance, 15mm greater ground clearance and cool looks. The martially looking body shell was designed by Takayuki Yamazaki of PDC Design-works and the truck comes with 5-spoke wheels and V-tread block tyres for astonishing looks. The 453mm long truck is 4WS capable using a capable transmitter and optional rear axle parts. Included with the kit comes a 540-size brushless motor and the kit is set for a release this Winter.
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Coming from JConcepts is their new 1979 Ford F-250 SCT body shell for 1/10th scale short course trucks. Built as they were in the good ole days, JConcepts has brought an essence of the 1979 truck together with the latest offerings in competitive Short Course Racing. With detailed 70’s styling, the grill, fender and authentic 70’s cab styling screams retro. JConcepts left no detail untouched bringing this theme to the SCT crowd and most notably the rear roll bars and front to back horizontal body lines that give the “79” unmatched SCT realism. The body fits the Slash, Slash 4×4 and other similar trucks and it comes including window masks and detailed 1979 Ford F-250 decal sheet.
