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Are you ready for nitro season yet? We aren’t either with a foot of snow on the ground, but the crew at XRay have just dropped the much anticipated 2021 Edition of their XB8 1/8 nitro race buggy kit. The latest version of the XB8 received a slew of upgrades to make it more durable, and faster, than ever before. [...]
Recently announced over at Hobbytech RC is the 1/8th scaled NXT Evo 4S RTR Buggy. The NXT Evo 4S was designed for serious backyard bashing, or for club level racing. Here are the highlights- * KONECT 2200kV brushless motor * 100 amp KONECT 4S LiPo ESC * KONECT metal gear steering servo – 17kg/14sec * Aggressive new body decorated by “Bittydesign” * Front pivot ball [...]
Coming later this spring from SWorkz is the S35-T2e Electric Truggy Kit. The S35-T2e is a high-end race machine designed for winning races, or for going big in your backyard. Check out these highlights- * T7075 hard anodized, lightened, wide aluminum chassis * New shock towers and shock caps * Fixed shock spring retainer * New Ackermann plate & steering system * Updated servo saver * [...]
The folks over at Team Corally aren’t playing around for 2021. After already announcing a slew of new vehicles, this morning Corally announced the new Muraco XP 6S RTR. The Muraco is much like Corally’s extremely popular Shogun truggy, but comes with a different body and livery. Here is more of the scoop- * Comes in ready to run form completely [...]
Shipping soon from Team Corally is the Radix4 XP 4S RTR Buggy. The 2021 edition of the Radix4 is an affordable bash buggy that features a 4S LiPo capable brushless system. Here are more highlights- * High torque 20Kg steering servo * Powerful 2150kV brushless motor * New graphics * Up to 50 mph top speed * 3 gear differentials * Splash-proof electronics * 16mm big bore [...]
JTP has introduced a new steering servo aimed at 1/8-scale nitro fanatics. The JTP/NitroPro CT1 is a brushless steering servo designed to handle the demands of 1/8-scale on-track competition. Wrapped in a black aluminum case and featuring stainless steel gears, the CT1 has a torque rating of 556oz (at 8.4V) and a speed rating of .085sec/60° (at 8.4V). This servo uses [...]
Over at SWORKz they have announced the S35-T2 Nitro Truggy Kit. The S35-T2 is a high-end race machine that has received numerous updates from the previous model. Check out all the new upgrades- * T7075 hard anodized aluminum, wide style chassis * All new shock towers and shock caps * Fixed shock spring holders * New Ackermann plate & steering system * Updated servo saver * [...]
Shipping soon from Serpent RC is the 1/8th scaled Viper 989e electric on-road kit. The 989e is a high-end race machine designed to crush lap records, or for serious high speed bashing. Check out these highlights- * Based off the Serpent 989 nitro kit * Large 2.5mm carbon battery trays * Elevated ESC mounting plate * Large motor mounting area * Module 1 steel gears * [...]
New over at HRC Racing is a XL Transporter Car Bag to help haul your monster truck around. This a interesting bag that offers several different ways to carry your 8th scale sized Monster Truck or Truggy around. * Size- 54 x 44cm * Bottom plate for more stability * Made from durable fabric Looks like a good way to keep the dirt [...]
Looking for some insane new foams for the GT8 Class? The new MAX FORWARD Foam Tires from Sweep Racing are huge, just check out that pic of them in hand! Sweep Racing has made some incredible monster truck tires and wheels for years, but with the GT8 class heating up, these are not to be missed. Details: * Multiple Compounds for [...]
Over at SWORKz they have announced the S35-GT2 1/8 Nitro On-Road Kit. The S35-GT2 is based off of the SWORKz 2020 world championship winning car and was designed for elite levels of performance. Here are the highlights- * Completely revised 2-speed transmission * Wide, weight-optimized, hard anodized T7075 aluminum chassis * New shock towers * New Ackermann steering plate * Lockable, aluminum servo saver * HET [...]
Shipping right now from Team Corally is the Revoc II TRX 160 “Racing Factory” Brushless ESC. The Revoc II is designed for 1/8th on and off-road applications where you need a high current, yet incredibly smooth, brushless speed controller. Here are the highlights- * 6S LiPo maximum cell count * 160 amps continuous current * Motor Limit 6S – 2200kV 2-4 Poles * Incredibly [...]
Here we go folks, the good folks over at Team Corally have announced the 2021 version of their Jambo XP 6S Stunt Truck. The Jambo comes with enormous brushless power and a short wheelbase, making it perfect for stunting. Check out these highlights- * Up to 65mph top speeds * Powerful 6S brushless system * 3 gear style differentials * Splashproof electronics * Adjustable 16mm [...]
New over at HB Racing is the D8T Evo2 Nitro Truggy Kit. With fresh updates and numerous upgrades, the D8T Evo3 is ready to put you in the winners circle. Here are the highlights- * Uses the latest D819 drivetrain & engine mount * D819 front and rear suspension arm mounts and sway bars * All-new suspension geometry based on new lightweight aluminum [...]
Team Corally is coming in hot for 2021. After recently announcing a slew of updated 1/8th scalers, Team Corally has now announced the 2021 edition of the Shogun Super Speed Truggy XP 6S. The 2021 Shogun has received numerous updates that make it tougher, and faster, than ever before. Check out these highlights- * Can be used for racing or bashing * [...]
