Coming from HB Racing are new shock springs for the European Championship winning D418 1/10th scale buggy. Adding to the kit’s 60gF/mm front and 35gF/mm rear spring are 55 to 75 front as well as 30 to 50 rear variants that allow to fine-tune the buggy’s suspension setting to a wide range of surface conditions. Each spring comes tagged with its respective hardness for easy identification and they are sold as pairs.
Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]
Arrma have introduced their latest high-performance monster truck in the form of the Big Rock Crew Cab 4×4 3S BLX. The 1/10th scale vehicle builds on a composite tub chassis with permanent all-wheel drive, sturdy differentials and long-travel suspension components. The factory-installed 3S LiPo-compatible brushless system is capable of speeds of up to 80km/h with all parts being water proof for go everywhere capabilities. The truck is rounded out by dBoots all-terrain tyres, a pre-decorated body shell and a quality 2.4GHz radio system.
Trinity have introduced their all-new X-Factor spec class brushless motor. Of a new design the motor weighs in at only 144g to 148g on average which was achieved by using only six short screws to mount the timing ring and locking end plate systems. X-Flow cooling openings further reduce the overall weight while adding a lot of airflow through the motor. Other features include a new composite sensor board, a 2-piece CNC-machined aluminium can, and 2mm ultra-low resistance solder tabs. A new stator design provides more efficient power and virtually no fade during a run. Available variants upon release will be a 10.5T, built with a TEP1119 12.5×25.5mm high torque rotor while the 25.5T motor uses a TEP1117 12.3×25.5mm rotor. In-between variants for other stock classes will become available at a later date.
Schumacher Racing have announced the launch of their all-new Honeycomb 1/10th off-road tyre. Designed especially for low grip surfaces, in particular the hugely popular Schumacher Worksop series in the UK where they race on an indoor sports hall surface. The tyre offers exceptional traction straight out of the packet, hard wearing for fair competition from run to run, throughout the race meeting duration. The tyre is available in yellow compound as 2WD front, 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear variant both as tyre only and pre-mounts. For the pre-glued versions, these will come on white wheels with a specific blue closed cell foam insert, providing great support to the carcass of the tyre to prevent folding. These inserts will again provide consistent performance from run to run.
View the 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear tyre here
Team Associated have introduced their new Factory Team cross pin set for the RC8B3.1 and RC8T3.1 kits. Designed for the V3 differentials to increase consistency, performance, and lifespan of the diff, the steel cross pin inserts reduce diff case deformation by increasing the contact area with the diff case, improving the internal gear mesh. The hard anodised aluminium cross pins are light and durable and they fit the RC8B3.1, RC8B3.1e, RC8T3.1 and RC8T3.1e.
Coming from Ultimate Racing are new engine and exhaust combos using the M3X and M3R engines. Both come including the Ultimate Racing 2141 pipe and manifold exhaust, the Compak clutch system with aluminium shoes and 1mm springs as well as 13T vented clutch bells and Ultimate Racing bearings. Also included is a suitable air filter with pre-oiled foams.
Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]
Coming from Helix Designs is their new chassis scraper tool that helps to clean chassis from caked carpet fuzz. Instead of cleaning a chassis off with expensive break cleaner and lots of scrubbing, the chassis scraper allows to clean off most of the carpet gunk quickly while saving time, making the process much less tedious. In addition the tool will be save to aluminium chassis, preventing unsightly scratches.
Source: Helix Designs [helixdesigns.net]
A new high-clearance wing for 1/10th scale buggies has been developed and manufactured by JConcepts. The HCW incorporates a short-chord design for quick rotation and a flat-base which provides more tire clearance. The durable design has chopped rear corners for rigidity plus a traditional rear trim-line for a great balance of down-force and low-drag. The side-dams of the wing feature hard radius cut-outs which allow even more tyre rear expansion and flex space. JConcepts designer Paul Wynn added dual stability fangs which also help boost the front to rear structure. The rear of the wing still maintains a high-angle to vertical rear dam to give drivers a straight-forward layout suited to high-speed circuits. The HCW is a direct bolt-on piece for most 1/10th buggies and includes two pieces per package. Cut-lines are positioned throughout for trim and tuning options to provide racers feel control over one of the most important elements in 1/10th off-road racing.
