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Xray has released its latest 1:8 Nitro Buggy with the 2024 iteration of its popular XB8 platform.  The Slovakian manufacturer introduced the first XB8 in 2004, and two decades later the main new feature of the buggy is an all-new shorter chassis with specially milled flex areas significantly improves traction on all surfaces.  The chassis is an important component that affects the XB8’s handling characteristics. The chassis’ dimensions and flex characteristics are selected for the best blend of stability, traction, and steering.  It also fits both Soft and Hard composite radio boxes without chassis modification for additional flex tuning choices.…

Having brought us the 499 LM 1:10 190mm body last September, the team at MonTech have scaled things down with the release of a 1:12 version of the Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar it is based on.  After the resounding success of the LMH series in 1/10 scale, the Italian company is now offering you the same series in 1:12 scale with this the first model of the small scale LMH series, the new 499 LMH for 1:12 Pan Car.  It will be available in two versions, the Standard version and the “La Leggera” with the kit including all decals/masks and…

Japanese engine manufacturer O.S. has introduce their new MAX-B21 which is intended for 1:8 Offroad 1:8 GT Onroad use.  The MAX-B21 is easy to use from entry-level users to sports users and has excellent cost performance.  Based on the O.S.SPEED series engine, it has a well-balanced combination of smooth speed and power delivery that can be used in both onroad and offroad racing situations.
 The engine head is based on MAX-21XR-B VER.3, it has been reduced weight for better performance and finish in O.S.’s trademark blue colour.  Also the shape of the combustion chamber of the inner head has been…

Italy’s Schepis Model has released the 2024 version of it MZ GT, a car which took victory at the final round of the competitive Italian National 1:8 GT Championship in the hands of Rosario Giaimo.  The 2024 kit is available in a standard and limited ‘Black Edition’.  Not going into the specific details of either kit, on the new car Schepis Model published that, ‘With the same exceptional performance and reliability we have always trusted, this version is perfect for those who want to experience the thrill of speed without compromise.  The 2024 MZ GT is ready to meet your…

Engine tuner Mantis Tuning has entered the growing 1:8 GT engine market with the release of its hand tuned Hyper .21GT T1 P5 engine.  Base on the Nova G5, after more than 12 months of development the T1 has undergone intensive tuning by Malta based engine tuner Daren Decesare who draws on over 20-years experience with 2-stroke engines.  Boasting impressive performance gains throughout the rev range, Mantis Tuned is confident its latest creation can rival the best GT engines on the market. View more images here

JConcepts has released its F2 body for the new Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy platform.  As the release of the RC10B7 | RC10B7D dropped, JConcepts set off to incorporate all the functionality of the IFMAR World Championship winning shell and wrapped it around the newest dynamo from Team Associated.  The exclusive composition of the cab, extra rear windows, louvered roof all tied together with Finnisher “V” configuration makes the F2 a classic performer.  The championship winning item includes two of the 6.5” Carpet | Turf | Dirt wing which is now a standard racing item around the world.  The…

Mon-Tech Racing has added another Hyper Car LMH series based body to its range with the release of the SC-63.  A 1:10 190mm body, the  SC-63 faithfully replicates in every detail the beautiful racing car of the well-known Bolognese brand.  In order to produce this model, rich in details and with a breathtaking front end, a highly mechanically processed mold was designed and created by the Italian body shell producer.  The kit includes all the stickers, the masking along with the fixing screws for the wing. View more images here

Having published preview images of the new Noble NB4+ Transmitter from FlySky last month, the much anticipated radio has today gone on official worldwide release with FlySky publishing its full specs.  Highlights include the 2CH (Ultra-fast) mode, with latency below 3ms, ultra-low latency, allows users to precisely control responses in every critical moment and place themselves at the peak.  An improved 3.5-inch 320*480 resolution IPS high-brightness outdoor display can be used under strong outdoor light, and its dazzling brightness cannot be conquered even by the limits of sunlight.  The NB4+ controller features a “Removable” internal battery design, equipped with a standard…

New from JConcepts are two variants of the JCI Warlord body for 1:10 crawlers.  Available as a full tucked body or tucked cab only body, the  the Warlord is designed for 12.3” wheelbase vehicles fitting crawlers such as the Traxxas TRX-4 Sport, Enduro, Axial and Vanquish.  The Warlord has tucked front and rear fenders to allow clearance for an assortment of tire options while also giving the body shell a very competition inspired look. The new body combines elements from vintage vehicles while carrying some new ruggedness and attitude which JConcepts can provide. In addition, the Warlord includes a roof…

Wolff Racing Products (WRP) has sent us details of its WRP IV Pro 10 235mm race chassis.  The niche Austrian manufacturer started out in 2020 in the workshop of founder Roman Wolff and the development and the production of the first prototype cars made for Pro 10 championship racing.  Some drivers raced the early cars in Austrian and Swiss races and the success of Wolff’s concept was quickly recognised.  The latest version of the WRP family is the WRP IV.  The high quality of the parts, the precision and the best suspension geometry are the main strengths of the WRP…