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Coming from Team Silverback is their all-new Siren-HV 5500mAh super low centre of gravity LiHV battery pack. Built from 130C graphene-technology cells for a very low internal resistance, high discharge rates, enhanced punch and maximum top speed the battery weighs in at only 235g while offering a standard 139x47mm footprint at a height of only 19.5mm. The pack, that as developed with the help of Germany’s Freddy Südhoff, is ideal for medium-size indoor tracks.

Source: Team Silverback [silverbackrc.com]

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Following the release of the gold compound Ellipse 1/8th buggy tyre, JConcepts also roll out a 4.0” truggy variant. The Ellipse, named after the centre bar built into the tread, is a compliment to successful tyres such as the Dirt Webs and Bar Codes. The web-style tyre was built to compete on smooth high-grip indoor and outdoor surfaces which require a finely detailed connected bar pattern. The centre section of the tyre is a home run utilising a diamond home plate footprint to provide massive forward bite and increased longevity. The web of extensions are unique and have a directional touch giving the racer the ultimate tune-ability. The Ellipse has already shown success in the hands of Ryan Maifield taking 1st place in the 1/8th truck class at the 2018 ROAR 1/8th E-Nationals. The compound of choice for most indoor events, the exclusive gold compound, has shown to produce consistent results for racers week after week. Included in each package, the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts known for their durable nature and gray colour complete the race tuned package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

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Yokomo have introduced a new steel RF suspension mount block for the YZ-2 buggy and YZ-2T stadium truck. Considerably heavier than the standard aluminium mount the suspension hanger will add weight to the rear part of the chassis in order to improve rear traction and stability in lower grip track conditions. The item utilises the standard suspension shaft inserts and it is a direct fit for both the buggy and truck.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

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Coming from Losi are their new Tenacity 4WD brushed short course RTR trucks with Fox Racing Shocks or Method Wheels graphics. Taking several design cues from Team Losi Racing, this SCT is built on the original TEN platform. It utilises a full metric hardware package and was design to be tough and tunable thanks to its race-engineered composite chassis. The bottom loading battery makes it easy for quick battery changes and the entire waterproof power system uses Dynamite 60A ESC and a 12T brushed motor for speeds of 40km/h right out of the box. Drivers stay in control with a Spektrum STX2 radio with a Spektrum receiver and scale to size Maxxis Razr MT tyres. Finally, the truck features an updated body, coming with either Method Wheels or Fox Racing Shocks graphics.

Features:
– Legendary TEN 4WD platform
– Independent front and rear suspension
– 4×4 driveline with adjustable differentials
– Composite chassis with bottom-loading battery tray
– Dynamite 60A Sport ESC
– 30+ mph Dynamite 12T brushed motor
– Coil-over oil-filled shocks with preload adjustment
– 12mm wheel hex (universal fit)
– Spektrum waterproof metal gear steering servo
– Sealed ball bearings
– Full metric hardware
– MAXXIS Razr MT Tires
– Race-inspired scale body

Source: Losi [losi.com]

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Xray have officially introduced the 2019 variant of their European and ROAR National Championship winning XB8 1/8th nitro buggy platform. The biggest new feature is the 2-in-1 front suspension concept with the kit including both a C-hub and a pivot ball design suspension, allowing to adapt the buggy to a variety of driving styles and track conditions. The C-hub layout will excel on tight and smooth tracks whereas the pivot ball suspension can be an advantage on open and rough track. Part of the suspension package are also redesigned A-arms that are made for a harder material for improved response and stability while also ensuring smoother operation in dusty track conditions. Also new for the 2019 variant is a redesigned chassis that accepts both soft and hard compound radio trays without modification, helping to adjust chassis flex for different ambient temperatures. All-new rear uprights with larger outside ball-bearings make for increased reliability and life-span while featuring an extra hole for wider roll-centre adjustment possibilities. Other features include new cell shock membranes with reduced air gap for improved grip, matching upper shock caps with four venting holes as well as longer front and rear shock shafts as well as softer front and rear anti-roll bars for increased traction.

New features:
– All-new 2-in-1 concept features both a pivot ball & C-hub suspension included in one kit
– Updated XB8 platform allows easy swapping of the two different suspensions with fully interchangeable parts
– Unbeatable set-up alternatives to perfectly adjust the car to any track condition
– All-new C-hub suspension includes new lower suspension arm, steering block with Ackermann plate, C-hub, camber link & Ackermann steering plate
– Redesign chassis fits soft & hard radio tray to adjust flex for particular temperature conditions
– All-new front Pivot Ball steering block with larger outside ball-bearings for increased reliability and life-span
– All-new rear uprights with larger outside ball-bearings for increased reliability and life-span
– All-new rear uprights feature an extra hole for extended roll-centre adjustment possibilities
– All-new front lower, rear and upper arms redesigned and made from a harder material to improve response and stability with freer operation in dusty conditions.
– All-new cell shock membranes with less air gap
– All-new shock cap with 4 vent holes accommodates the new cell shock membranes for easier assembly and servicing
– All-new, longer front and rear shock shafts
– New, softer front and rear anti-roll bars increase traction

View the full presentation here.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Corner Speed RC have introduced a special turnbuckle tool that fits the ball cups of Xray T4’15 to ’19 as well as Yokomo BD8’18 and BD9 kits. Made of a aircraft-grade aluminium case and stainless steel shafts the tool is of a low weight and ensures extra smooth operation. A unique design helps to build turnbuckles fast and easy while also helping to eliminate unwanted misalignments with equal lengths on both sides.

Source: Corner Speed RC [facebook.com]

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The Spanish 1/10th Buggy Championship was held at the RC Modelisme TT Vallalta track near Barcelona, Spain last weekend. In the single 2WD class it was Team Associated’s Carlos Pineda with the TQ from AE teammate, Alex Martinez and after the triple A-mains it was again Carlos with the top spot from Alex in 2nd. Manuel Blanco in 3rd would round out an all-Team-Associated top 3 result.

Source: CML Distribution [cmldistribution.co.uk]

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After traveling to five tracks located across the country, the 8th season of the JConcepts Indoor National Series has come to an end. This year, the competition was at an all-time high with many pro drivers making appearances throughout the series adding fuel to the flame. The energy and intensity at JConcepts INS events are always off the charts as the host tracks go out of their way to provide an awesome racing facility and top-notch race track. The INS is a true nationwide series testing the skills of many over the course of the year taking the best 3 of 5 results to score for the highly contested, series overall champions.

The 2WD Modified Buggy class saw Xray’s Ty Tessmann coming out on top, with Team Associated’s Spencer Rivkin on the runner-up spot and Yokomo’s JP Richard in 3rd.

2WD Modified Buggy overall:
1. Ty Tessmann
2. Spencer Rivkin
3. JP Richards
4. Dustin Evans
5. Alex Kosciuszek
6. Ryan Maifield
7. Max Flurer
8. Brent Thielke
9. Joe Pillars
10.Chad Eubanks

In 4WD Modified Buggy it was Spencer Rivkin (Team Associated) with the overall from Xray’s Ty Tessmann 2nd and Team Associated’s Dustin Evans 3rd.

4WDModified Buggy overall:
1. Spencer Rivkin
2. Ty Tessmann
3. Dustin Evans
4. Alex Kosciuszek
5. JP Richards
6. Ryan Maifield
7. Max Flurer
8. Joe Pillars
9. Chad Eubanks

Series overall champions:
17.5 2WD Bugg – Chad Eubanks
13.5 SCT – Alex Kosciuszek
4WD Modified – Spencer Rivkin
40+ Modified – Brent Thielke
13.5 4WD – Thomas Tran

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

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Coming from HRC Distribution’s HRC Racing brand is the 68123MG ultra high torque analogue servo for crawlers and trail trucks. Offering up to 23kg-cm of torque and featuring sturdy metal gears, dual ball bearings and a heavy duty servo wire, the servo is best used in applications that require exceptional holding torque – something an analogue servo can excel in compared to digital servos. In addition it is very resistant to hard shocks, making it also the ideal beginner servo. Included in the set is also a heavy duty servo arm.

Specifications:
– Voltage: 4.8-6.0V
– Signal type: Analog
– Bearings: Double ball bearings
– Gears: Metal gears
– Torque: 20.5kg-cm @4.8V, 23kg-cm @6.0V
– Speed: 0.16s/60° @4.8V, 0.14s/60° @6.0V
– Dimensions: 40.5x38x20.2mm
– Case: Nylon fibre
– Cable: 22AWG heavy duty
– Connector: JR Plug

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

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Coming from Toni Gruber’s Scorpion brand is a specially formulated foam tyre traction compound. Developed in cooperation with the Italian Pepe Group, the tyre sauce ensures maximised side bite and traction on asphalt surfaces. The chemical comes in easy to use 100ml bottles and it is available now.

Source: Gruber Racing [gruber-racing.de]

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