TQ R/C & Hobbies

New from Vigor RC is this Aluminium Gear Differential Housing for the Yokomo MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  Also suitable for the BD12,  the housing is made from 7075 Aluminium and features a long lasting and low friction POM pulley.  The aluminium housing provided a more smooth differential and makes for more stable gear diff oil temperature. View more images here

Team Associated’s Factory Team brand has announced new aluminium hubs for the RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy.  These hubs are a more durable alternative to the molded hubs and provide more unsprung weight, which can be used as a tuning option.  The HRC (High Roll Center) hubs include the secondary bearing bore for the upcoming FT Universals.  The HRC hubs allow for higher axle heights, which is great when running on high grip surfaces with smaller diameter tires and lower ride heights. Both standard and HRC variants have colour options of anodised blue or black with secondary machined chamfers and laser-etched…

Having made a big impression on the RC market over recent months, Chinese radio manufacturer FlySky has released an update to their popular Noble Pro Radio with the introduction of the Noble NB4 Pro+.  Improvements with the Pro+ include median accuracy further improved by 20%.  The potentiometer in the Pro+ has a smaller voltage fluctuation range, a smaller maximum deviation, and more stable voltage changes.  The NB4 Pro+ features a 3.5-inch 320*480 IPS HB outdoor display screen which has been improved for 4-times more brightness.   It presents bright colours and clear picture details, making the bright parts brighter and the…

Infinity has released a ‘Wide Spec’ version of its World Championship winning 1:10 Nitro Onroad IF15-2 kit.  The ‘Wide Spec’ gives you a 1:10 235mm category set-up allowing you to easily enjoy high performance.  The front end features short shocks to accommodate the low nose of 1:10 235mm LeMan style bodyshells which generates powerful downforce.  For the kit a front differential has been chosen to achieve even easier drivability.  The rear is equipped with a linked rear body mount that transmits downforce directly to the hub.   View more images here

Italian bodyshell producer Mon-Tech Racing has released a new 1:10 Touring Car bodyshell called the Julia.  Extensive track testing has shown the Julia to excel in straight-line speed, a major advantage for Stock classes.  Additionally, the Julia boasts excellent stability and cornering, meeting the demands of modern bodyshell design.  Two versions are available: “Standard”, weighing approximately 80 grams, and “La Leggera” version, coming in at a lightweight of approximately 60 grams.  The Julia is produced from high-quality polycarbonate and includes window masks, headlight decals, and all the screws and washers needed to secure the rear wing. View more images here

In its third new engine release of 2024, Ielasi Tuned presents an all new .21 engine for 1:8 Offroad racing with the Terra.  A replacement for their previous Dirt and Dusty engines, for a few months now the latest engine has been “secretly” used by the Italian engine tuner’s official drivers with excellent results.  Compared to their previous Offroad engine offerings, the Terra satisfies all the requirements that a top of the range engine must have to be within everyone’s reach from professional to amateur: Performance/Quality/Price all in one engine!!!  This commercial choice was fundamental for Daniele Ielasi as he…

Italy’s Ielasi Tuned has a new 2024 version of its World Championship winning 1:8 GT .21 engine with the announcement of the release of the GP5R24.  Used by their official drivers at the recent EFRA European Championship in Italy with excellent results, securing the TQ and getting 3 out of 3 drivers in the main final with Edoardo Repetti going on to finish in second place, the new engine features two fundamental components changes.  A new exclusive Ielasi Tuned piston made by O.S. from Daniele Ielasi own design and new “R” reinforced O.S. conrod.  Also improved is the crankshaft timing…

Known for its involvement, support and licensing of full size drifting, Japan’s Yokomo has released this Mercury Sayaka Special S15 Drift body set.  Driven by popular female driver Sayaka Shimoda it is now available as a body for RC drifting.  The wide form with powerful over fenders and the GT wing with aluminium stays create a racing atmosphere.  Set includes clear lexan body and wing, aluminium wing stays, masking sheet, window decals, and logo decals although graphic decals are not included. View more images here

New from EXO Design is this conversion kit for the Yokomo YZ-870C 1:10 4WD Buggy.   The kit which is available for pre-order, all pre-orders made getting a bonus free set of wing mounts and anti-slip battery tape, and is available in two versions: YZ870-O for Yokomo Original Shocks or YZ870-B for Big-Bore Shocks.   The kit includes 8 piece carbon fibre parts, aluminium stand offs/washers/screws.  The reinforced front and rear shock towers are made from 3.5mm carbon fibre and feature extra mounting positions for fine tunings.  Also included are two aluminium battery holder nut and a carbon battery plate,  two aluminium…

Having released its entry level 1:10 Electric Touring Car the RS1.0 last year, Yokomo has announced it is to offer a Ready-to-Run Set of the car.  As an RTR option RS, standing for ‘Rookie Speed’, is ideal for those who want to enjoy a fun and easy control radio-controlled car.  With the RS1.0 Ready-to-Run set, the car is pre-assembled, the R/C equipment is installed and tuned, and the body is pre-painted,so all you need to do is charge the batteries and you are ready to go.  The chassis is the RS1.0, which has been well-received for its high performance, so it is…