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Reds Racing have introduced a their new S Line nitro off-road engine, the 721 Corsa. The 3.5cc 7-ports power plant is based on the S Line 721 Scuderia engine and the main focus was to release an engine similar to 721 Scuderia but at a more reasonable price. Both engines feature high reliability, tuning stability and great fuel mileage which was achieved by using new materials for the piston, sleeve and crankcase in order to optimise thermal expansion and power. The Corsa comes equipped with a precision machined, balanced steel crankshaft, steel bearings and a polished aluminium endplate and it will hit stores very soon.

Features:
– Crankshaft: Balanced steel
– Rear bearing: Steel, Swiss made
– Front bearing: Made in Japan
– Backplate: Aluminium
– Ports: 7
– Carburettor: VCX2-A aluminium short needle

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

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Coming soon from Spektrum is the Smart S1500 DC 500W DC multi-chemistry charger. Compact enough to carry in a pocket or field bag the charger’s improved, extra-precise scroll wheel interface simplifies setup. When used with Spektrum Smart LiPo batteries having IC3 or IC5 connectors, the device also uploads specific parameters and health data from the battery’s integrated memory chip and displays it on the bright LCD screen for review — giving drivers the information they need to evaluate the packs and make the best charging decisions. For input power the charger uses compatible DC power sources with the included IC3 power cable adapter. The S1500 also has a USB port, a software update port, plus a safety timer and protection against heat, reverse polarity, short circuit, over-current, and low input voltage.

Features:
– High 500W output quickly charges large, high-capacity and high cell count batteries with ease
– Ideal for use with Spektrum Smart batteries featuring the IC3 or IC5 connector
– Smart Technology recognises unique Smart battery data for safe, convenient charging
– Can also be used to charge batteries without Smart Technology
– Enhanced touch wheel interface improves setup ease and precision
– 2.4-inch LCD screen with auto-brightness is easy to read even in extreme sunlight
– Compact design with rounded edge fits in a bag or pocket for easy carrying
– Internal cooling fan maintains a safe, efficient operating temperature

Specifications:
– Battery type: 1-6S LiPo, LiFe, LiHv / 1-16C NiMH, NiCd, Pb
– Max. charge rate: 26.1V, 20A
– Dimensions: 95x97x50mm
– Weight: 240g
– Display: 2.4″ 320×320 IPS LCD

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

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Bittydesign from Italy have announced the soon release of their new Vision body shell for 1/8th off-road buggies. Full details will become available on the 13th of September with the lid expected to fit most of today’s competition 1/8th buggies.

Source: Bittydesign [bittydesign.net]

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Arrma have introduced their new Mojave 6S BLX 1/7th scale 4WD Desert Racer ready-to-run truck. The tough anodised aluminium chassis has been reinforced with a centre brace for maximum durability and bumpers and nerf bars supply impact protection on all sides. Thanks to an independent suspension with bump-soaking oil-filled shocks, the truck handles equally well over wicked and well-travelled tracks. The drivetrain is of a heavy-duty design featuring steel driveshafts, metal gears, and all-metal diff outdrives, ready to take full advantage of the brushless power system’s potential. Using a 6S LiPo battery with the included optional pinion gear upgrade the vehicle is capable of more than 90km/h speed potential. Multi-terrain dBoots tyres on multi split-spoke wheels give the truck the grip to get up, over, or through anything in your way. To round things off the truck is equipped with a painted and pre-decorated desert truck body, colour-coordinated roll cage and roof rails, and even a detailed cockpit. The ready-to-run set includes a Spektrum STX2 2.4GHz radio whose lightweight, comfortable design is ideal for long bashing sessions. The ergonomic steering wheel gives precise control, and easily adjustable trim dials make it easy to tune the handling to the personal touch. Not included however are the batteries, charger and charging bag.

Features:
– Ready-to-run
– Desert Truck styling
– Brushless power
– 6S LiPo capable
– Metal gears
– 60+ MPH (95km/h) speeds achievable in optimum conditions on 6S LiPo with optional included pinion gear
– Anodised aluminium chassis
– Strong composite chassis side pods
– Centre brace for maximum durability
– Center roll hoop interfaces with body roll cage for enhanced body durability
– Nerf bars for body and side impact support
– Realistic, detailed front and rear bumpers for impact protection
– Independent suspension for superior handling
– Flexible front bumper valance
– Heavy-duty suspension arms with red-anodised aluminium strengthening cap
– Oil-filled adjustable shocks
– Black-anodised aluminium front and rear shock towers
– Durable steel driveshafts
– Heavy-duty drivetrain
– All-metal diff outdrives and gearbox internals
– Never-loose red aluminium servo saver
– Never-pop ball ends
– 4-Bolt centre diff removal
– Easy-access sliding motor mount
– Super-durable wheel hubs for increased strength
– Colour-coordinated multi split-spoke wheels
– Multi-terrain dBoots Fortress tires
– Multi-finish matte and gloss body
– Realistic cockpit detail
– Ultra-detailed decals
– Colour coordinated protective roll cage and roof rails

Source: Arrma [arrma-rc.com]

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The fourth round of the Swiss IC Track Nationals was held at the technical Herblingen track recently. The event kicked off with five rounds of free practice on Friday afternoon followed by Saturday’s qualifications and the super pole. Marco Rizzo was able to overall TQ the 200mm class from Patrick Fankhauser who struggled a bit in the hotter track conditions on Saturday afternoon. The weather forecast for Sunday was pretty warm again with about 29 Degrees Celsius meaning huge tyre wear. At the start of the main final Marco Rizzo, Niclas Scherer and Patrick Fankhauser pulled away from the rest of the field with Traugott Schar, who started from P6, closing in after four minutes. Unfortunately an engine issue stopped his race later. Up front the battle for the first three positions was exciting with many position changes. Patrick tried to save tyres to make a full tyre change at the 25-minutes mark in order to have the fresher tyres at the end of the race as the remainder of the field changed the tyres after 20 minutes. Niclas later also suffered engine issues with Stefan Wuthrich now in 3rd position. Up front Marco Rizzo’s pit crew made a perfect tyre change, putting Patrick under pressure. With five minutes to go Patrick however was in striking distance behind Marco who slowly ran out of tyres. 4 Minutes later he was on the rims and Patrick was able to pass him for the race win while Stefan finished in 3rd place.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Roche have announced the release of new alloy caster block mounts in +1mm and -1mm configuration for the P12 1/12th scale pan car kits. Machined from aluminium and coming red anodised for wear and looks, the different settings allow to fine-tune the steering of the car with the +1mm mounts reducing initial steering for smoother cornering while the -1mm parts increase initial steering for quicker and more aggressive cornering. The sets are mounts are available as separate sets and they come marked for easy identification.

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]

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Ruddog Distribution have announced the release of the new RDRP B74 aluminium rear hubs for the Team Associated B74 1/10th scale 4WD buggy. The rear hubs are of an updated design that provides improved durability for heavy duty competition usage while offering grub screw retainers for the standard kit suspension geometry inserts, greatly reducing slop over the conventional design. The hubs use the standard kit rear hub link mounts, making them a direct fit and they come machined from aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminium. A black surface coating and machined silver colour edge details make the parts standing out.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

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Spanish company Vortex Racing has announced the soon release of their MP1 mid pulley conversion kit for the Destiny RX-10SR 4WD touring car kit. Using the conversion will provide a car that is very easy to drive, that is more consistent, and that carries more speed through the corner, all while offering equal traction front and rear which is helpful especially when running modified motors. The designs focused on the overall flex of the symmetrical chassis and top deck, giving multiple options for different track conditions. The main chassis also accepts both standard and shorty-sized packs only by moving the battery mounts. The conversion utilises a small one-side mono-block motor mount with separate pulley shaft to make it lightweight while allowing to keep the motor close to the centre line. Also, in case a pulley bearing fails and damages the shaft, there is no need to replace the hole motor mount. In addition the servo mount was designed to provide options for weight balancing the car by moving the servo back/forth and left/right. The front and rear chassis stiffeners also allow control the overall chassis flex. The conversion kit is available for pre-order now by emailing Vortex Racing at [email protected].

Included parts:
– Main chassis
– Top deck
– Servo plate
– Rear stiffener
– Front stiffener
– Motor mount
– Centre shaft
– Centre pulley system
– Steering system mount
– Servo posts
– Steering Turnbuckle
– Screws, shims, washers and nuts
– Low friction belts

Source: Vortex Racing [facebook.com]

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Coming soon from Xpress and made for their XQ1 range of 4WD touring cars is the Mid Pulley chassis conversion kit. With the centred layshaft pulley and spur gear the motor will be shifted towards the centre of the car, a design that became en vogue recently as it promises increased mid corner rotation, improved overall chassis balance and more equal front and rear end drive compared to the standard “rear motor” setup. The set includes new upper and lower chassis parts, a new motor mount and several other parts to convert the standard XQ1 as well as the lower spec XQ1S. The conversion kit will hit stores world-wide very soon.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

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Coming in late September is MST’s new MTX-1 2WD ready-to-run monster truck with TH1 body shell. The 2WD design makes the vehicle ideal for all entry level drivers with a soon-to-be-released 4WD conversion allowing to upgrade the truck if the owner is in need of more forward traction and overall performance. The 463mm long truck comes fully assembled, it features oil-filled shock absorbers, a gear-type differential and large 130x78mm tyres. The RTR kit is decked out with a pre-decorated body shell in a vintage multi-colour racing livery.

Source: MST [rc-mst.com]

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