TQ R/C & Hobbies

New from Japanese radio manufacturer Futaba is the bling looking T10PX Limited Edition.  Based on their popular T10PX transmitter, the ‘Limited Edition’ model gets a grey, gold chrome and carbon look as well as coming with a number of accessories to further adjust the ergonomics of the radio in the hand.  Like the T10PX, the Limited Edition, which is being released in limited numbers, operates on Futaba’s new 4th Generation Communication System F-4G and telemetry communication, which was not possible with T-FHSS SR communication, can now be used.

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The latest competition 1:12 kit from Destiny has been released with the unveiling of the DTY-12R.  The Destiny brand which since 2016 was a co-operation with Japanese company Xenon Racing has recently come under the full control of Roche Products International which is already well known for its 1:12 World Championship winning Roche chassis and Radtec optional parts & accessories brand.  As their first kit release since taking over the brand, the 2.0mm 7075 Aluminum main chassis DTY-12R features new graphite front lower arm and plastic pivot as well as new plastic upper arm and steering knuckle.  It also gets new 7075 aluminium front lower bulkhead with a Short/long wheelbase adjustably of +/-2.0mm.  Competing the R upgrades are a new 7075 aluminium caster block mount and new graphite front brace.

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Max Speed Technology (MST) have introduced their latest 1:10 Competition Drift Car Kit with the release of the RMX EX GT.  It is conceptualised with a competition-level focus, endowing the RMX with an entirely new and enhanced control experience. It features a newly designed front/rear suspension and a newly developed stiff spring set, significantly enhancing speed and providing more stable control for big-angle drifting.  With comfortable and effortless handling in both entry and exit turns, the RMX EX GT is optimised for performance with a selection of premium optional parts to achieve a more precise driving experience.  The newly designed ATK V2 Front steering block is used with a new Ackermann setting that provides aggressive and flexible steering at the beginning of the turn and can handle larger drifting angles in the later stages of the turn capable of stable driving during high-angle drifting.

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To commemorate one of the most successful 2WD buggy platforms in history, Team Associated has announced the B6.4CC Collector’s Clear Edition Kit.  This kit offers RC collectors the ability to build the world’s most successful 1:10 scale buggy platform in iconic polycarbonate clear material.  This clear car edition includes +3mm chassis layout, 11mm Octalock LCF slipper clutch, steel ESC weights, servo weights, front and rear anti-roll bars, and other great features you remember from the RC10B6.4.  The B6.4CC is designed for optimal build experience, and this clear car edition kit is a true gem for both collectors and racers alike.  Team Associated have pointed out that while clear parts are stronger than SLA and could be driven, it was manufactured as a display piece for your collection.  The polycarbonate clear components will only be available in the kit and will not be sold individually.

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Exotek Racing has released this 194mm 1:10 Hyper Endurance body & wing set for use on modern low profile touring cars.  The realistic 24-hour endurance body that replicates the modern European LMH Hypercar class, comes complete with an extra long splitter for more steering, muscular fenders, extra low slung nose and hood, downforce inducing side skirts, large rear deck and 2 level rear wing for superb downforce or run a single wing for increased steering.  Made from .7mm polycarbonate, the 194mm width allows you to run wider suspension or wheel hex set ups for increased corner speeds and less traction rolls.  Ultra low profile hoods and side panels give maximum corner speed and the original long rear body work is perfect to help prevent body tucks.  A 155-165mm wheelbase is recommended meaning the body may be too short for use on some F1 cars.  It is designed with ample tyre clearance in the wheel wells to mount the body low without rubbing the tyres.

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Serpent has released a Ready-to-Race 1:10 electric touring car based on its competition level X20 190mm kit, the ’24 edition of which was released in November. Factory assembled, the Medius X20 RTR comes as a complete full package to get started racing in the electric touring car category or for those who just want to have fun driving a touring car.  Fitted with a Dragon-RC 13.T motor and speedo combo it is all controlled using the DTS-3 2.4ghZ transmitter also from Dragon-RC.  Dragon-RC rubber racing tyres with foam inlays on Serpent TC wheels ensure super-grip.  The RTR package is completed with a supplied pre-cut and painted EFRA approved Touring Car body shell.

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Mayako has released its first 1:8 eBuggy with the announcement of the MX8E.  Sharing the design philosophy of their simultaneously announced MX8-24 nitro car, the electric variant is the product of years of prototype testing from the Mayako Performance Community, with input gathered through much discussion and meetings.  With the front and rear ends interchangeable between nitro and electric models, the centre section of the MX8E features the option to run either shorty or standard brick pack LiPo’s along with adjustable weight distribution by moving the battery.

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Mayako has released its latest challenger for the ultra competitive 1:8 Nitro Buggy market with the new MX8-24. Building on the success of the European Championship winning MX8-22, the MX8-24 is the next step in Mayako’s journey to providing the best car in the industry. Working with the Mayako Community, the configuration of the MX8-24 has been tailored to suit most conditions and drivers with a High KPI front end (KPI1/Caster1) to give drivers the confidence to drive the car how it is designed to be driven. Soft arms give increased durability while Front and rear upper links produce a more forgiving car. The buggy has height adjustable rear differential commonly used by drivers of all levels to adjust the handling for track conditions. The use of CVDs front and rear makes for an easy to drive car with maximum traction. Optional UJ’s available for more rear support on higher traction tracks. The MX8-24 shares the same design with the MX8-24MPC (for Mayako Community members only), with many spares and option parts shared. The MX8 is designed to be easy to drive and adjust out of the box. With an extensive information base available to all Mayako drivers, no one can get lost with the MX8.

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New from Italian large scale and 1:8 GT manufacturer Genius is their FR2.24 high performance 1:5 scale Formula 1 competition car.  The latest car is a technological evolution of the previous FR2.EVO 2021 and features a new rear upright system for quick and easy wheelbase and weight balance adjustment.  Using the included shims, both rear blocks can be moved rearward to adjust weight balance depending on track condition.  The car also gets easy access to the differential for quick setup changes or maintenance.  One of the design goals of the FR2.24 was to make the whole chassis have an extremely low centre of gravity, to make the car even easier to drive.  The rear suspension has been designed to incorporate the push-rod system with the fully adjustable stabiliser bar and a highly smooth gear transmission.  The new central chassis FR2.24 is characterised by the low profile of the radio plate and the brake master cylinders.  The new front suspension geometry is a mono-shock with a 100% functional stabiliser bar.  Genius have introduced 4 new positions of the lower rear arm allowing the roll centre to be varied to improve the handling and the car is equipped with new low profile shock absorbers at both the front and rear.  For this system they have designed a line of progressive springs and a line of linear springs.  The new battery support and receiving box have been completely redesigned: more compact, lighter and more functional.  The receiver box is designed to house MYLAPS transponder and the power connection and they have introduced a new servo saver with new Akermann geometries which allow better cornering.

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Continuing to expand its offering of LMH 1:10 190mm bodies, MonTech Racing has released the GR-10. Based on the official Toyota Gazoo Racing World Endurance Champion entry and like all the other bodies in the Italian bodyshell producers LMH series, this one is also super detailed and reproduces the appearance of the real car.  The GR-10 can be mounted on all the latest generation 1:10 Touring Cars and on the Formula chassis with a 260mm wheelbase.  The kit includes all the stickers, the masking along with the fixing screws for the wing.

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