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APPA Championship Rd5 – Report

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 09:43 AM PDT

The 5th round of the 2018 APPA Championship was held in Sao Paulo, Brazil last weekend, attracting both nitro and electric drivers to compete in several classes. In 1/8th Nitro On-road it was Felix Floriano (Mugen/Gimar) with the win from Kazuo Ohara (Kyosho/O.S. Engines) and Roberto Nunes (Mugen/Novarossi).

1/8th Nitro On-road final results:
1. Felix Floriano – Mugen/Gimar
2. Kazuo Ohara – Kyosho/O.S.
3. Roberto Nunes – Mugen/Novarossi
4. Chrystian Nozawa – Capricorn/Tesla
5. Eduardo Pin – Mugen/Novarossi
6. Igor Ferreira – Mugen/Novarossi
7. Hamilton Santos – Mugen/Novarossi
8. Arthur Salgado – Mugen/Novarossi

The 1/10th 200mm Nitro Touring category had Rafael Alves (Capricorn/Novarossi) taking the day’s win from Flávio Tamashiro (Capricorn/Gimar) and Fabrício Zamperetti (Mugen/O.S.) in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

1/10th 200mm Nitro Touring final results:
1. Rafael Alves – Capricorn/Novarossi
2. Flávio Tamashiro – Capricorn/Gimar
3. Fabrício Zamperetti – Mugen/O.S.
4. Leandro Fares – Capricorn/Novarossi
5. Lucas Mantovani – Mugen/Gimar
6. Pedro Fausto – Mugen/Rex
7. Fábio Pereira – Mugen/Novarossi
8. Thiago Leitão – Capricorn/Novarossi
9. Levi Douglas – Mugen/Novarossi
10.André Reginato – Capricorn/Tesla
11.Washington Santos – Mugen/Novarossi
12.Tiago Santos – Capricorn/Sirio
13.Igor Ferreira – Xray/O.S.

Nitro GT was won by Marcos Piovezan (Mugen/O.S.) from runner-up, Eduardo Pin (Kyosho/Alpha) as Ronalde Salgado (Mugen/O.S.) rounded out the podium.

1/8th Nitro GT final results:
1. Marcos Piovezan – Mugen/O.S.
2. Eduardo Pin – Kyosho/Alpha
3. Ronalde Salgado – Mugen/O.S.
4. Jorjão Vigarista – Mugen/Novarossi
5. Rogério Braga – Mugen/Novarossi
6. Marcus Veras – IGT8/Gimar

1/8th Electric GT had Eduardo Pin (Xray) coming out on top and in front of Marcelo Acácio (Serpent) and Carlos Mazzi (Kyosho).

1/8th Electric GT final results:
1. Eduardo Pin – Xray
2. Marcelo Acácio – Serpent
3. Carlos Mazzi – Kyosho
4. Renato Monteiro – Xray
5. Varley Gadioli – Kyosho

Finally in the 1/10th Electric Mercedes CLK class it was Sandro Gyorgi (Yokomo/R1) from Marcelo Servidone (Mugen/R1) and Valter Nascimento (CSO/Fantom).

1/10th Electric Mercedes CLK final results:
1. Sandro Gyorgi – Yokomo/R1
2. Marcelo Servidone – Mugen/R1
3. Valter Nascimento – CSO/Fantom
4. Cesar Bartolo – ARC/Fantom
5. Bruno Pimentel – Yokomo/R1

Thanks to Flavio Tamashiro for the report.

Mx TR1 .12 nitro on-road engine

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 07:00 AM PDT

Maxima have announced the soon release of their new Mx TR1 .12 nitro on-road engine. The power plant comes factory modified and tuned for best possible performance and it will be available for the European market after the IFMAR 1/10th Nitro Touring World Championships that start today in Miami, Florida.

Source: Maxima Mx Europe [facebook.com]

Novarossi Mephisto.21 3.5cc off-road engine

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 02:06 AM PDT

Coming soon from Novarossi is their new Mephisto.21 3.5cc nitro off-road engine. The square stroke power plant is of a 4-port design for linear power output and low fuel consumption and it features a DLC-coated crankshaft, the new R4/18 conrod for improved durability, a three-needle carburettor and an O-ring-sealed combustion camber insert. Also part of the features list is a steel-filled rear cover for reduced friction and improved durability ad well as a new cooling head for improved airflow and cooling and an optimised centre of gravity. The engine will become available as standard variant with front and rear steel bearings and also as ceramic variant with steel front and ceramic rear ball race.

Specifications:
– Displacement: 3.49cc
– R.P.M. (max power): 36,500RPM
– Bore x stroke: 16.42×16.42mm
– Sleeve: 4 ports
– Rear ball bearings: ceramic
– Front ball bearings: steel
– Crankshaft: 14mm – turbo – DLC
– Carburetor: plastic – 9mm – slide
– Glowplug: Turbo (CTO6)
– Exhaust position: rear
– Starting: standard
– Weight: 365g
– Fuel type: 25% nitro

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

PowerStar PL-1207 HV low-profile servo

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 01:35 AM PDT

PowerStar have introduced their new PL-1207 HV high-voltage digital cordless low-profile servo. It features a plastic case and with up to 8.4V input it offers 14kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.074s. Metal gears ensure exceptional durability and the black composite case keeps the weight down.

Source: PowerStar [powerstar-racing.com]

Pro-Line Mud-Terrain T/A & Krawler T/A tyres

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 12:48 AM PDT

Coming from Pro-Line are two new 1.9” off-road truck tyres in the form of the Class 1 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 and BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX Red Label Predator rock terrain tyres. Starting with the KM3, it is BFGoodrich’s Off-Road Maximum Traction tyre with aggressive tread lugs that bite into loose or muddy surfaces and climb over slippery rocks. Based on the BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX symmetric tread design, the Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 features deep, self-cleaning independent tread blocks and linear transverse flex zones to provide the grip that you need to get over the toughest obstacles. The tyre is moulded from G8 compound and it fits most 1.9” crawler wheels.

The BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX Red Label 1.9″ Predator tyre come in Pro-Line’s super soft Predator compound. The full scale variant is BFGoodrich’s Off-Road Maximum Traction tyre for off-road enthusiasts who participate in the extreme sport of rock crawling to challenge their driving skills and the performance of their vehicles. This purpose-built rock crawling tyre was developed through participation in competition as BFGoodrich worked directly with full-size rock crawling enthusiasts. The Krawler T/A KX features an extra deep tread design with a tread pattern that combines deep, aggressive independent blocks with solid sidewall lugs.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

Xray Racing Series Slovakia Rd1 – Report

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 12:32 AM PDT

The opening round of the Xray Racing Series Slovakia was held at the Hudy Racing Arena in Trencin last weekend. The event was held in several electric off-road and on-road classes and in 2WD Mod Buggy it was a pretty close affair between Martin Bayer and Kaja Novotny and eventually the overall TQ went to Martin. Kaja was starting from the 2 spot with Max Gotzl on the 3 spot on the grid. In the A-mains it was smooth sailing for Martin who brought home the win from Kaja 2nd – the latter having the pace for more but mishaps did prevent him from challenging Martin. Max Gotzl completed the podium in 3rd for an all-Xray 1-2-3 after some close fights with Matus Benetin and Bartek Kramza.

In 4WD, Martin Bayer TQed round 1 and 3 to secure the overall TQ with the fastest run in the opening round. Kaja Novotny lined up in 2nd and Max Gotzl completed the top 3. The finals were pretty much the carbon copy of the qualifyers as Martin always pulled away while Kaja was behind him a few seconds back with Max again few secs behind. Overall it was Martin from Kaja and Max.

In the Truck class, Martin Bayer was in his own league and easily took the overall TQ. With tone-to-tone wins in A1 and A2 Bayer completed the hattrick with Max Gotzl on the runner-up spot and young Kuba Krus in 3rd for the third all-Xray podium in the off-road classes.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Pro-Line introduce new Bash Armor body shells

Posted: 19 Oct 2018 12:12 AM PDT

Coming from Pro-Line are two new Bash Armor series body shells for the Stampede 4×4 and Pro-MT 4×4 as well as the Slash 2WD and 4×4. The Brute body for the Stampede and Pro-MT as well as the Monster Fusion for the Slash 2WD and 4×4 are both made of Pro-Line’s all-new Bash Armor material that is twice as thick as regular 1:10 truck bodies and ultra-flexible to reduce the chance of cracking and shattering. Unlike clear polycarbonate, the Bash Armor material is white and is not paintable, so Pro-Line includes detailed decal sheets to complete the look.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

Reedy 123-S compact balance charger

Posted: 18 Oct 2018 11:59 PM PDT

Coming from Reedy is their new 123-S compact balance charger. Easy to use and in a compact package, the device is specifically designed to balance charge LiPo batteries in 2S to 3S configurations, making it suitable for a variety of applications. The charger is ideal for compact LiPo batteries used to power radios, receivers, and small-scale vehicles. Charging is as simple as inserting the battery’s balance lead into the appropriate charge port. Once connected, the charging process begins automatically. Convenient LEDs provide useful charging information and display error codes should users encounter a faulty battery or poor connections. The charger is available separately or including a Wolfpack 1600mAh 2S LiPo battery.

Features:
– AC power input cord included
– LiPo 2S-3S compatible
– LED charge status indicators
– Integrated XH-style charge port
– Reverse and short-circuit protection
– Compact size

Specifications:
– AC Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
– Circuit Power: 15W
– Battery Type: 2S-3S LiPo
– Charge Rate, 2S: 1.2A
– Charge Rate, 3S: 1.0A
– Dimensions (mm): 88 x 37 x 35
– Weight (g): 103
– Charge Connector: XH

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

Pro-Line Fugitive & LockDown S2 large scale tyres

Posted: 18 Oct 2018 11:50 PM PDT

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.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

Pro-Line 1956 Ford F-100 Pro-Touring body shell

Posted: 18 Oct 2018 11:32 PM PDT

Pro-Line have introduced their new 1956 Ford F-100 Pro-Touring Street Truck body shell for the Traxxas Slash 2WD, 4×4 and 1:10 Rally. The slammed retro street truck body features incredible scale details while being proportioned to fully cover the tyres of Traxxas’ versatile Slash platform. The body is best combined with Pro-Line’s 2.8″ Road Rage tyres mounted on F-11 2.8” wheels to get the ultimate in scale retro street style and performance. The Ford F-100 Pro-Touring body is a single cab truck with the iconic old-school grill, headlight and taillight detail and it even has a built-in rear spoiler.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]