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Reds Racing have introduced the all-new R5 Racer V4.0 nitro off-road engine. The R5R features a new 5-port sleeve and crankshaft timing for improved fuel efficiency and drivability and the sport-level engine also utilises the HCX horizontal carburettor, a tuned, silicone-filled crankshaft, a high-sealing front bearing and a chrome-steel rear ball race. The power plant comes hand-tuned by M. Rossi, it is hand- and compression-checked and suitable for both buggy and truggy racing alike.

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

JConcepts have introduced the Strike 3 bodyshell for the Team Associated RC8B3 buggy. Sampling elements from the Finnisher, Silencer and Striker bodies it packs a slightly refined image. The base enhancements to the design come from the parallel to chassis side-pods, that look traditional with 1/8th buggies of the past. A large rear-end winglet has been added to aid in the rear traction stability as well as stopping force. The offset of the race-proven shell provides a compact fit for the fuel tank, linkage and air filter assembly and the heavy channelling on the front windshield keeps the Strike 3 aligned at high speeds while the sidepods have multiple hard-edge angles that spill off neatly into 90 degree side panels. Just behind the engine head, a sleek up-rising flows from the body like running water and a sharp rise in the rear wicker blocks flow to the rear tower and redirects to the rear wing area. The clear body set includes window templates and a decal sheet.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

Fenix have introduced new aluminium chassis for the Team Associated TC7.1 and Xray X1 cars. Starting with the touring car chassis, the lower main plate is machined from 2mm 7075-T6 material and it offers extensive machining for a low weight and optimised torsional flex characteristics. 85mm wide the part is about 2mm slimmer than the standard carbon fibre chassis for less chassis scrub during hard cornering and weighing in at 82g the part also significantly lowers the overall centre of gravity.

Also new is a 7075-T6 aluminium main chassis for the Xray X1’17. The heavily machined part weighs in at 73g and while being more narrow that the stock chassis it also offers additional chamfering of the outer “wing” sections, further reducing scrubbing during cornering. Cut from 2mm aluminium material Fenix also offers a suitable lower pod plate with both parts fitting the current 2017 car but also the older 2016 and 2015 version.

Source: Fenix [fenix-racing.com]

HRC Distribution have introduced Team Magic aluminium steering blocks and pivot ball mounts for the E5 and E5HX monster trucks. The parts are machined from 7075 aluminium and available in black or gun metal anodising. The steering blocks are usable on the front and the rear of the truck and their design and material makes for improved durability and impact protection during hard bashing sessions. Made as a complement to the steering blocks are the aluminium pivot ball mounts. A direct fit with the above steering spindles, the parts add durability and visual impact. The steering blocks some in sets of two while the pivot ball mounts are available as 4-piece sets including mounting hardware.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]

The final round of the Xray Racing Series Slovenia was held at the Pik Hala track in Maribor. The event attracted drivers from four different countries to compete in the classes of Touring Stock 13.5T, Formula 21.5T and 1/12th scale. The weekend started off with practice on Saturday with the actual race day being the Sunday. In the premier class of Touring Stock it was Jan Popic taking the TQ closely followed by Rok Rudl and Jan Pernarčič. The Formula class had Luca Conte taking the TQ in front of Daniele Conte and local driver Dejan Šabeder, who came back after an 8-year break. Finally in 1/12th scale it was Alojzij Osvald in front of Stefan Hois.

The Touring Stock A-main was set to see thrilling battles between Jan and Rok but ultimately Popic would win all three A-mains in style while Rudl had to settle for the last place after the mains due to many issues. Jan Pernarčič would take the runner-up spot while Luka Bušac obtained the final podium spot.

Touring Stock final results:
1. Jan Popič
2. Jan Pernarčič
3. Luka Bušac
4. Gregor Banko
5. Bjan Mikložič
6. Lovro Šušteršič
7. Patrik Požgaj
8. Rok Rudl

Overall in the championship it was also Jan Popič whole came out on top with Rok Rudl second and Jan Pernarčič third.

Touring Stock overall results:
1. Jan Popič
2. Rok Rudl
3. Jan Pernarčič
4. Viktor Bolšec
5. Luka Bušac
6. Bjan Mikložič
7. Patrik Požgaj
8. Gregor Banko
9. Lovro Šušteršič
10.Kristjan Mikložič

The Formula class finals were dominated by the battle of the Conte brothers. In the end Daniele held the upper hand over Luca in second while Matevž Furlan complete the podium result.

Formula final results:
1. Daniele Conte
2. Luca Conte
3. Matevž Furlan
4. Luciano Bordin
5. Dejan Šabeder
6. Mirco Bordin

Overall in the championship the title went to Daniele Conta from Luca Conte in second and Luciano Bordin in third.

Formula overall results:
1. Daniele Conte
2. Luca Conte
3. Luciano Bordin
4. Matevž Furlan
5. Mirco Bordin
6. Sašo Kramljak
7. Robert Simčič
8. Borut Udovč
9. Simon Šušteršič
10.Sulejman Tabakovič

In the 1/12th pan car finals TQ holder Nejc Mihelič encountered some problems, while Alojzij Osvald, after a bad qualifying, came back for good and managed to get in front, winning the first two finals and taking the day’s win. Nejc Mihelič had to settle for second from Valentin Mis.

1/12th scale final results:
1. Alojzij Osvald
2. Nejc Mihelič
3. Valentin Mis
4. Stefan Hois

In the championship the title went to Alojzij Osvald from runner-up, Nejc Mihelič and third placed Stefan Hois.

1/12th scale overall results:
1. Alojzij Osvald
2. Nejc Mihelič
3. Stefan Hois
4. Lorenzo Milanese
5. Goran Vignjevič
6. Herfried Pucher
7. Mattia Collavo
8. Valentin Mis
9. Gerald Stuckler
10.Denis Fink

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

The Venezuelan ISTC National Championship opener was held this past weekend and the event saw Armando Lenzi (Xray) taking the overall TQ in the Electric Touring class thanks to round wins in Q1 and Q2. In the A-main the battle was on between Armando and Xray team mate Miguel Blanco with the latter taking wins in A1 and A2 while also scoring the fastest lap of the race, leaving Armando with the second place in A1 and A2. Alberto Trigo (Team Durango) completed the podium with a fine third place.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Round five of the Czech Open Challenge was held this past Sunday in Prague. The usually low-grip track offered a very easy layout this time which was welcomed by most of the drivers. In the 2WD Buggy class Xray’s Kaja Novotny was on fire and he would grab the overall TQ and after the finals he would also come out on top. Michal Blahovsky (SWorkz), who was able to challenge Kaja in the opening stages of each leg, ended the day on the 2 spot from Team Associated driver Arnold Lorenz in third.

2WD top 5 results:
1. Kaja Novotny – Xray
2. Michal Blahovsky – SWorkz
3. Arnold Lorenz – Team Associated
4. Marek Ornst – Xray
5. Martin Koncel – Xray

The 4WD qualifiers also saw Kaja making a clean sweep, taking the pole position for the triple mains from Petr Tomasek, Marek Ornst and Frantisek Kalenda. In the finals Kaja left no chance for his competitors, taking his second win of the day with Petr Tomasek, Marek Ornst and Frantislaw Kalenda all having a shot on the runner-up spot before the final A-main but ultimately Petr would come out on top to grab the runner-up spot from Marek.

2WD top 5 results:
1. Kaja Novotny – Xray
2. Petr Tomasek – Xray
3. Marek Ornst – Xray
4. Frantisek Kalenda – Xray
5. Michal Blahovsky – SWorkz

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

XRD have introduced the F.T. Line Atomic .21 nitro on-road engine. The 3.5cc power plant features a completely redesigned sleeve and updated crankcase ports. The new cooling head is machined to sit lower on the crankcase for a low centre of gravity effect and the carburettor is equipped with reshaped needles for improved mixture flow. As with every F.T. Line engine, the unit comes hand-checked with an individual certificate of authenticity.

Source: F.T. Line [ftlineteam.com]

Italian company Capricorn have introduced a 1-piece engine mount for the C803 1/8th nitro on-road car. The rigid construction not only reduces flex of the chassis centre section, it also keeps the engine’s crankcase from becoming twisted for an overall improved bearing and engine life. On top of this the engine mount makes for easier gear mesh adjustment.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

Pendle in the UK recently held a round of their Winter series and in qualifying Dave Crompton would walk away with the TQ from Ashlee Owen and Mick Butler. Going into finals Ashlee started clean but Dave pulled away. Ashlee continued to push hard as the conditions become more slippery with the falling rain and before the second fuel stop, Dave ran out of fuel, providing Ashlee with an opening to contend for the win. Up until the second to last lap Ashlee managed to hold onto to the lead until traffic caused him some issues in the very late stages, handing Dave the win from Ashlee and Mick, who ran an electric-powered buggy.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]