August 8, 2025

Reedy Power 400mAH 60C 7.4V 1:28 LiPo

With parent company Team Associated entering the 1:28 market with the RC28R Team Kit, Reedy Power has released 400mAH 60C 7.4V LiPo designed specifically for 1:28 racing enthusiasts.  Engineered for maximum power, durability, and efficiency, it boasts an impressive 60C rating and 400mAh capacity provides explosive power and run time across all 1:28 racing classes.  Weighing just 18g, this lightweight battery ensures optimal vehicle handling.  A high quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while embedded 2mm socket connectors keep power robbing resistance to a minimum.

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]

August 7, 2025

ProTek RC Noble NB4+ | NB4 Pro+ Transmitter Case

With the Noble NB4+ and NB4 Pro+ from radio manufacturer FlySky growing in popularity, US brand ProTek RC has added the transmitter to its Mini Universal Radio Case line-up.  Built with a rugged aluminium shell and reinforced corners to shield your FlySky radio from impacts during travel and storage, the outer shell showcases a sleek black finish with a subtle shadowed ProTek RC logo and locking latch to keep the case closed.  The inside features a laser-cut high-density foam insert that perfectly cradles the FlySky NB4+.

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August 7, 2025

2025 IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championship – Stage 2 Report

The organisers of next month’s IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championships in Santiago, Chile, have published the Stage 2 report for what is building up to be an exciting title battle.  Hosted by Club of Aeromodelos of Chile (CACH), the 3rd edition of the GT Worlds takes place at country’s very impressive CACH facility and has attracted all of the leading 2023 title contender with the strong entry led by reigning Champion Toni Gruber.  The Stage 2 report details Sweep as the controlled tyre with their GT2-D40WP tyre.  Priced at US$40 per set for practice, the Mandatory Race Package (3 sets) costs US$120.  Also detailed in the Stage 2 report is the controlled 16% fuel supply.  Italy’s Pepe Group will supply their Energy Flame GT with a can costing US$75 while Mandatory Race Fuel will be charged at US$60.  Among those confirmed to take the title fight to Gruber & Hong Nor is 2023 Top Qualifier Alex D’angelo who this time leads the charge for Capricorn.  2023 podium finisher & newly crowned Italian National Champion Andrea Catanzani will front Serpent’s efforts while the Genius campaign is headed by Bernard-Alain Arnaldi.  A World Championship podium finisher in 1:10 Nitro Touring Car, Alessio Mazzeo will put Raptor in the mix.  With a great variety of manufacturers represented, one interesting name on the entry list is Burak Kilic.  The factory Mugen Seiki Offroad driver has used this year’s Italian GT National Championship to prepare for the trip to Chile and he will drive with Schepis Model.  Red RC will be in Chile to report on how these World Championships unfold with our coverage starting on the opening day of qualifying which is scheduled for September 17th with the World Champion to be decided on Saturday, September 20th.  Click here to view Stage 2 Report

Source: IFMAR Worlds 2025 [ifmarworlds2025.com]

August 7, 2025

VP-Pro Shock Cap Protectors

New from accessories brand VP-Pro come these Shock Cap Protectors.  Made from high-quality material with strong durability they are designed to better protect your shock cap.  Easy to fit there are intended 1:8 offroad vehicles.  Available in Black, they comes as a set of two pieces.

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August 6, 2025

Reedy Blackbox 880R Competition 1:8 ESC

US electronic brand Reedy Power has launched its new Blackbox 880R Competition 1:8 ESC which has been engineered for the extreme demands of 1:8 Buggy, Truggy, and 1:10 Short course competition.  Delivering excellent throttle and brake feel, the ESC offers a wide range of adjustability, and robust hardware for racers seeking maximum performance on track.  A 40-year veteran of the RC Industry, Reedy Power’s brand manager Rick Hohwart said, ‘The 880R is the culmination of months of testing, delivering the power, control, and reliability that racers demand.  Whether you’re an enthusiast racing at the local level or a pro racing at national and international competitions, this ESC is capable of winning’.  Default settings have been developed by Reedy’s race team but the maximum potential of the 880R can be exploited by using the optional Blackbox Programmer2 to fine tune a wide variety of settings.  The 880R ESC includes two modes that can be modified and saved independently from one another.  Standard mode offers a wide variety of tuning options while Expert mode takes it one step further and opens additional options for more experienced racers and/or racing classes that can take advantage of these advanced settings.

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August 6, 2025

Serpent SRX8GT R 1:8 GT Nitro Car

With the IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championships coming up next month in Chile, Serpent has announced its latest 1:8 Nitro GT challenger, the SRX8GT R.  The new car represents the next step in the evolution of the SRX8GT ’23 and has come about following invaluable contributions from factory driver and newly crowned Italian National Champion Andrea Catanzani and his father, Roberto.  Serpent has refined the suspension geometry, transmission, and adjustability to optimise performance.  New features of the SRX8GT R include an in-line drivetrain, commonly referred to by racers as straight transmission.  This innovation significantly enhances transmission efficiency and was essentially an obvious choice to implement.  To facilitate the In-line drivetrain, a new chassis was essential.  After relocating all the major components, Serpent also seized the opportunity to enhance the flex characteristics. The new chassis is 4mm thick in most areas and is designed without side dams.  It offers the ideal flex for a race car that is both fast and easy to handle.  You can also adjust the rear flex by adding a small stiffener plate beneath the rear transmission.  An optional 3mm chassis is available with distinct flex characteristics, which can enhance performance on specific tracks.

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August 6, 2025

JConcepts 22X F2 | S2 Bodies

JConcepts has released its popular F2 and S2 body shells for the 22X 1:10 2WD Buggy from Team Losi Racing.  With the release of the 22X in May, JConcepts set off to incorporate all the functionality of the IFMAR World Championship winning F2 body & the S2 body and wrapped them around the newest kit from TLR.  On the F2, the exclusive composition of the cab, extra rear windows, louvered roof all tied together with Finnisher “V” configuration makes it a classic performer.  The bodies include two of the 6.5” Carpet | Turf | Dirt wing which is now a standard racing item around the world.  The S2 with it slammed overall height allows it to whisk through the turns with a low centre of mass while the progressive cab design provides plenty of front-end force for superior balance and steering.  Both bodies arrive as clear polycarbonate with protective film and are available in standard and lightweight formed thickness.

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