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To mark Davide Ongaro’s history making 3 in a row IFMAR 1:8 Offroad World Championship victory in Redovan in this year, his Japanese engine sponsor O.S. has released the O.S. Speed B2105 Ongaro WC V3.  Based off the B2105 the Italian used to take his second nitro WC victory with the brand, features of this special release include the outer head being double anodised in black and gold to meet Ongaro’s request.  The letters on both sides of the crankcase have special laser engraved for a shiny finish, with the “World Champion” logo also engraved on the front bearing.  The…

Another iconic Japanese car culture body shell from RC Drift car manufacturer Max Speed Technology (MST) who have announced this 1:10 S15 Pandem.  With a 257 mm Wheelbase and 198 mm Front/200mm Rear width, the body is a replica of the Pandem wide body kit Nissan Silvia S15 which first went into the production in 1999.  Formed as a single unit to ensure precise and authentic detailing while significantly reducing the complexity of shell assembly, ABS accessories include side mirrors, wipers, front and rear light buckets, and exclusive S15 ducktail spoiler.  Already offering a range of body shells of iconic…

Continuing its series of re-releases of RC10 kits, Team Associated has announced the Team Car Gold Edition Kit of its iconic 1:10 2WD Buggy.  Originally released back in 1990, the RC10 Team Car was an upgraded version of the base model RC10 Championship Edition (6011), which was also released that same year.  The RC10 Team Car was the latest state-of-the-art, 2WD off-road racing buggy in the world and was the first RC10 to feature the Stealth ATC Transmission, hard anodised shocks with PTFE coating, and updated suspension geometry.  At the 1990 Off-Road ROAR Nationals, Team Associated finished 1st, 2nd, and…

Yokomo has announced the upcoming release of their latest 1:10 2WD Buggy offering the SO3.0.  Coming 15-months after the launch of its predecessor the SO2.0, the Japanese manufacturer claim their newest competition buggy offers even better performance on high-grip surfaces and is capable of cornering at higher speeds.  Key changes to the new car are a longer main chassis which provides a sense of stability, while the front weight loading and other features improve ground contact and bring out the vectors that propel the machine forward in the corners.  The motor mount has a lower centre of gravity, and the…

Yokomo has announced that it will soon be releasing a reproduction kit of its Super Dogfighter Works ’91.  Offering vastly improved performance when it was it was originally launched over the YZ-870C, a buggy the Japanese company has already done a reproduction run of, at the 1991 World Championships in Detroit, the Super Dogfighter Works ’91 achieved an impressive 80% rate in the A-main.  A buggy that had major influence on 1:10 4WD buggies from the 1990s onwards, the latest reproduction in Yokomo’s Vintage range will be available at the end of December with pre orders set to open soon.…

US offroad kit manufacturer Tekno RC has announced the release of its ET48 2.2, the latest evolution of their 1:8 electric truggy lineup.  Over three years in development, the ET48 2.2 has been rigorously tested on tracks across the United States and Europe to ensure peak performance and reliability.  This fourth-generation update builds on the legacy of the ET48 platform, originally introduced in 2013, incorporating valuable feedback from team drivers and customers.  The ET48 2.2 stays true to Tekno RC’s tradition of delivering enhanced performance, predictability, and durability.  Upgraded to full 2.2 chassis specifications, the truggy shares near-complete compatibility with…

Italian manufacturer Fenix Racing have released a new version of its 1:10 Formula Chassis, the Mistral 3.5.  After 3 years of the Mistral 3.3, it was time for it to be given a ‘tech refresh’ using the immense experience of Dutch F1 racer Jitse Miedema.  The new car incorporates most of the evolution made on the 3.3 during the last year, plus a brand new main chassis.  From the “IDFM” front end, to the revised shock position that gives more room to the electronics, to a new system on the sub-frame chassis.  The car keeps the 3.3 trademark of the…

MiniPro has announced it newest Engine Dyno which is designed for break-in, tuning and testing nitro engines.  The new Inertia Engine Dyno V2 features include true engine torque and power by using an inertia flywheel with it also possible to brake-in your engine with data logging capability with the Dyno controller board having nine I/O ports for sensors.  It also has a built-in throttle control sensor and Ambient Temperature, Pressure and Humidity sensor.  The Dyno allows you to test engines under load with correction factor and its modular design allows different size engines and exhausts configurations.  On the dyno the…

Having released its new competition level DC10 1:10 RWD Drift Car kit back in July, Team Associated has announced it is now offering an RTR version of the car.  With an arsenal of suspension and chassis tuning options at your fingertips, you can fine-tune your ride to perfection. From camber and caster adjustments to kingpin inclination (KPI) and the exact placement of your motor, servo and battery, the DC10 1:10 RWD RTR is designed to give you the ultimate drifting experience.  Additionally the DC10 RTR comes with a high-performance 3300kV Reedy brushless motor system, set up in a sleek low motor…

US competition body shell manufacturer SuperRad has released its first 1:10 Front Wheel Drive Touring Car Body, the SR-31 Super2FT.  Silhouetting the shape of Renault Megan Trophy car, the body is available in both a regular 0.7mm and Lite 0.5mm polycarbonate option and is BRCA approved.  The clear unpainted body shell comes complete with a lights & grilles decal sheet , wing, and window masks. View more images here