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Taiwanese buggy brand Sparko has released its new F8e competition-level 1:8 Electric Buggy which they claim has the world’s first battery mount design that provides the most configurations for a 1:8 vehicle in the industry.  It can use batteries of different sizes to meet the power and time requirements for all racers around the world.  In addition, the battery mount is designed in an eccentric mode.  With multiple battery positions, balance response needs for all drivers and track conditions will be met. With the Multi-configuration battery mount system you can achieve eccentric arrangements from 2s to 4s. From forward to back, to inside and outside, pure balance of the car can be achieved for optimal response.  The buggy also features an Anti-flex aluminium motor mount system, the rigid system eliminating unwanted flex allowing the motor to operate accurately and efficiently.  Result, smooth and reliable drivetrain. It gets a double rear brace design.  While the kit is equipped with one rear brace, you can use two for more balance of the left and right torsion of the chassis.  This can provide more consistent drive while cornering and accelerating with the official optional braces to be released soon.  Another feature is the built-in versatile aluminium fan mount.

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After presenting images of the latest version of its European Championship winning 1:8 eGT chassis the LAB GT2 EP 2024 yesterday, Capricorn have now released pictures of the new 2024 version of their Nitro GT chassis.  The Italian manufacturer will be hoping the car will put them in contention for a title double at this year’s EFRA European Championships at the Naxos World Track in Italy at the start of June as they look to add a Nitro 1:8 GT title to their 1:8 and 1:10 Onroad European victories after becoming inaugural 1:8 eGT Champions in Croatia last year.

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Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn is set to release its 2024 kit line-up for 1:8 GT competition the first of which is Patrizio Rossi’s latest creation for the electric category, the LAB GT2 EP 2024.  With 1:8 GT racing receiving a massive profile boost following the very successful and competitive 1:8 GT World Championship in Sydney, Australia, in October, the pace of development in the class in recent years has been huge.  Full technical details and specs of the LAB GT2 EP 2024, along with the nitro chassis, will be outlined shortly in a video presented by Capricorn team driver team and reigning GTe European Champion Alessio Mazzeo.

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While they have been busy making headlines with announcing some of the best drivers in the sport will race using their radios in 2024, in the background FlySky has also been busy with developing its next generation of transmitters such as the new upcoming Noble NB4+.  Set for official release on February 22nd, they have not yet released full specs for the new mid range radio but visually we know the radio gets a new brighter LCD screen and a more race inspired steering wheel as well as a higher capacity battery.  We will bring you full specs as soon as they are officially released by the Chinese manufacturer but in the meantime we can share a selection of images of the new radio.

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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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