TQ R/C & Hobbies

Kyosho has used the the Nürnberg Toy Fair in Germany to unveil its return to the offroad racing market with the Ultima RB7.5 1:10 2WD Buggy.  Posting a video on the Kyosho Europe Facebook page, Karl Madsen goes through the features of the soon to be released buggy which at the front end includes as standard aluminium front axles, an aluminium front bulk head, a carbon fibre front shock tower, a shock tower protector and front wing.  In terms of design a new steering set-up allows for greater ackermann changes and tuning.  In the centre of the buggy there are two changes with a move to the now conventional battery tray layout.  The rear brace has been redesigned and refined to allow more movement by removing some of the material.  At the rear there is a carbon fibre shock tower with half hole adjustments but the biggest change is the move to 13mm big bore shocks.  The RB7.5 also gets a new rear hub carrier for great adjustment options.  The kit supplied body features revised rear aero design with the final kit expected to being released to market in April.  Watch the video here.

Source: Kyosho Europe [Facebook]

Continuing its release of new option parts for the Xray XB2 2WD Buggy, Willspeed has added this 316 Stainless Steel 0° Front Bulkhead with Adjustable Roll Center (ARC).  Machined from 316 Stainless Steel for exceptional strength and additional weight over stock plastic or aluminium options it weighs in at 32.0 grams.  Featuring Adjustable Roll Center (ARC) the design utilising supplied carbon fibre shims (1x 1mm 1x 0.5mm).  Using 1mm shim replicates standard geometry while these can be removed to fully raise roll centre or use 0.5mm shim for intermediate adjustment.  The bulkhead comes with a polished finish with laser etched WS logo, weight and angle marker.

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Following on from the release of its ET48 2.2 electric truggy back in November, US offroad kit manufacturer Tekno RC has announced the release of its nitro sibling the NT48 2.2.   The latest evolution of their successful 1:8 competition nitro truggy, the NT48 2.2 has proven its capabilities by securing back-to-back ROAR National Championships in the hands of Ryan Maifield. This fourth iteration of the NT48 platform, first launched in 2014, the truggy now features full 2.2 chassis specifications, including updated hubs, front spindles, carriers, and Ackermann plates, which provide near-full compatibility with Tekno RC’s EB48 2.2 and NB48 2.2 buggies, as well as their electric truggy.  The NT48 2.2 comes equipped with numerous high-quality components with previously optional lightened 7075 CNC machined shock towers are now standard, reducing weight while maintaining strength.

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Taiwanese engine manufacturer Alpha has announced the upcoming release of its Falcon B-Spec .21 Offroad Engine.  Best known for powering the campaign of US Kyosho driver Ryan Lutz, the original Alpha Falcon engine was launched 12-months ago.  While Lutz has consistently used it to claim podium finishes and Team Associated’s Neil Cragg took it to third overall in the British National Championship, behind the scenes Alpha engineers have been working to further elevate the engine performance, the result of which is the B-Spec Falcon.  With this new version, Alpha claim enhanced power and improved fuel efficiency while maintaining the same quality and linear feel as before.  To distinguish the B-Spec it gets a fresh, sharp head logo.  The planned release for the B-Spec is set for Q1 2025.

Source: Alpha Plus [alpha-rc.com]

Italian body shell manufacturer LensBodies, which is a brand of Hotrace Tyres, has introduced its first 1:10 Offroad bodies with the release of the Eurus2C for 2WD and Eurus4 for 4WD.  Testing the bodies mostly in US and Europe with some the best drivers in the industry, Eurus is developed to be used on carpet, astro and dirt high grip surface and fits on Associated, Schumacher, Sworkz, Serpent, Yokomo and Mugen (Eurus2C) buggies.  Designed and made in Italy, the bodies arrive as clear polycarbonate with a protective film and are available in Standard, Light and Ultra Light options.

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New Swiss RC accessories brand Axxelerate RC are these LiPo Adapter charging solutions.  Offering a Standard and a Shorty LiPo pack version, these adapters simplifies charging and extends the durability of your cables, especially the balance cable.  Both adapters are designed with practicality and durability in mind, making them ideal for any RC enthusiast looking to streamline their charging process.

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US battery brand Team EAM has added this all new 6000mah 150C Li-Po battery pack to its line-up.  Featuring a completely new Graphene chemistry that offer the lowest resistance and highest voltage output available, it offers greater performance in all classes while still maintaining one of the highest life cycles in the industry.  All packs are QC checked and tested to ensure they meet Team EAM standards for quality and reliability.  ROAR Legal, it features gold plated 5mm bullet connector and comes in at 215grams while measuring 25.1mm tall.

Source: Team EAM [teameamotorsports.com]

Italian engine tuner Reds Racing has unveiled this dazzling addition to its line-up, the XONE 2113 Ultra 1:8 Offroad Pipe.  Claiming the innovative exhaust sets a new benchmark in performance, durability, and weight optimisation, it features a cutting-edge and stunning looking Rainbow Hardening Treatment that makes the surface exceptionally hard and resistant to scratches, ensuring long-lasting durability even under the toughest racing conditions.  Through meticulous design optimisation, this exhaust delivers improved performance across the board with better power delivery and throttle response.

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VP-Pro has added this new Universal Carbon Fibre 1:8 Wing Button.  Made from high-quality carbon fibre, not only for easier wing mounting but also gives better wing support and provides more durability.  It has elongated holes to allow mounting on a multitude of mounts.  Package includes one piece carbon fibre wing button and the mounting hardware.

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Following the release of its 3-Gear Transmission for the Team Associated RC10B7 2WD Buggy last year, California based R1 Wurks has introduced a new Rear Fan Mount solution to work with it.  Made from durable aluminium, the fan mount is a secure and lightweight solution for mounting a fan and a direct fit it works with all standard 30 x 30mm fans.  Weighing 2.4 grams it has a black anodised finish with laser etched R1 branding.

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