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February 1, 2018

Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer Pro-Scale RTR

Traxxas have introduced their new Unlimited Desert Racer Pro-Scale ready-to-run truck. The 694mm long off-road truck offers extreme scale realism with performance to match as it features an independent front suspension, 4-link rear solid axle and a capable 4WD drivetrain. The core of the truck is the inverted tub chassis that allows to replace batteries without removing the body or drop the entire motor and transmission assembly as a single unit. The design also concentrates weight as low as possible for exceptional handling. The versatile battery compartment allows the use of dual 2S or 3S LiPos or a single 4S brick.

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January 31, 2018

Avid introduce EB410 option parts

Coming from Avid and made for the Tekno RC EB410 buggy are several new option parts. First up is a 4-piece set of FastTune titanium shock standoffs that allow to use a common 1.5mm Allen wrench to prevent the standoff from spinning while using a 5.5mm socket wrench on the other side. The parts are machined from billet 6Al-4V titanium and weight in at about 1.07g per piece which scrubs valuable weight from one of the highest parts of the chassis.

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January 31, 2018

Hot Race Tyres The Black Glue tyre glue

Hot Race Tyres have introduced their new The Black Glue tyre glue. Specially formulated the adhesive dries about 60 percent to 70 percent faster while offering a stronger bond and improved temperature resistance compared to standard glues thanks to a special, black chemical. The tyre glue becomes available by beginning of February.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

January 31, 2018

2018 Nuremberg International Toyfair – Traxxas

Another company making an appearance at this week’s Nuremberg International Toyfair is Traxxas who introduce their new Pro Scale Unlimited Desert Racer as well as a heavily revamped E-Revo. As for the Pro Scale series, the truck ranges somewhere in-between a 1/8th and 1/7th scale vehicle and will offer a huge amount of suspension travel and cool scale looks. It is understood that the electric-powered truck will become available in several body designs. As for the 2018 E-Revo, the popular truck was heavily revised and will sport up to 90 percent new or updated parts. We bring you more information on the RTR vehicles as they become available.

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January 31, 2018

TMG Speed B6 lowered motor mount

Coming from TMG Speed is a lowered motor mount for the Team Associated B6 buggy. The item is designed to lower the motor into its original position when raising the gearbox using shims. The motor plate is machined from 7075 alloy for optimum strength and finished in a matt silver colour.

Source: TMG Speed [tmgspeeduk.com]

January 31, 2018

Yeah Racing TRX-4 stainless steel skid plate

Yeah Racing have introduced a stainless steel skid plate for the centre transmission of the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. The plate is machined from high-quality material and as it interlocks with the shape of the centre gearbox only one mounting screw is needed to hold the plate in place. This allows for easy installation and removal.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

January 31, 2018

Losi Rock Rey aluminium suspension option parts

Coming from Losi and made for the Rock Rey crawler are several aluminium suspension option parts. The range includes an aluminium steering spindle set, an aluminium spindle carrier set as well as a front camber link mount, also made of aluminium. All parts are precision machined and sport a natural silver finish and they are made to improve overall durability while adding visual impact at the same time.

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January 31, 2018

Traxxas introduce new VXL 2WD vehicles

Traxxas have introduced their updated range of brushless-powered VXL 1/10th 2WD off-road vehicles such as the Bandit VXL, Rustler VXL and Stampede VXL. All based off of their respective predecessors and come with the powerful Velineon Brushless Power System that is good for speeds of up to 112km/h. To ensure maximum car control the Traxxas Stability Management will make for arrow-straight acceleration and sure-footed stopping power. Other features include steel transmission gears and precision steel turnbuckles and heavy duty rod ends for great durability as well as factory-installed electronics such as a digital high-torque waterproof steering servo, waterproof electronics and a TQi 2.4GHz transmitter. The kits are rounded out by body shells with all-new graphics.

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