We were sent us a sneak peek photo of the latest project in the works at Protoform, the R5-N Sedan body. This new 200mm body is expected to have some design features never before seen on a lexan sedan body. We believe it is scheduled to be released in a few weeks.

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Much More have released their new 1500mAh 6.6V 15C LiFE battery 1500mAh. Do to its voltage this hump size receiver pack can be used without a regulator and fits perfectly in most 1/8th scale cars that can handle this configuration of pack. Supplied with the commonly used Futaba/JR 2pin connector with XH2.5 balancing plug. LiFE has no memory effects, can be charged days or weeks in advance of use and does not require complete discharging before charge.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

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Much More 1500mAh LiFe RX pack

Capricorn are proud to announce that they have teamed up with international driver Chris Tosolini. Both parties are looking forward to working together, with Chris in charge of the final development of the 1/10th scale 200mm car and other Capricorn products.

We know he will be able to push the products to the limit so we believe joining with him will make our already great products that much better for the public.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

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Chris Tosolini joins Capricorn RC

Following on from the news earlier in the week in which Mike Truhe was spotted running a new black headed motor in recent testing, Losi have announced the release of the Truhe Edition 21 ceramic buggy engine. Designed by renowned engine expert Adrien Bertin with feedback from Losi driver Mike Truhe, the Team Orion CRF .21 Mike Truhe Edition motor delivers the ultimate combination of speed, torque and fuel economy. This high-performance competition-level engine for 1/8-scale buggies and truggies features a patented CRF crankshaft, a 5-port ABC piston and cylinder, a custom-machined and lightened cylinder head, an aluminum twin-needle, a slide-valve carburetor with replaceable venturi inserts and an aerospace-quality ceramic rear bearing.

Product Specifications
Type: 2-Stroke
Displacement: 3.5cc
Bore: 16.2mm
Stroke: 16.9mm
Total Weight: 350g
RPM Range: Up to 35,000
HP: 2.95
Front Bearing Size: 7mm x 19mm x 6mm Swiss Ball Bearing
Rear Bearing Size: 14.2mm x 25.3mm x 6.3mm Special Ceramic
Cylinder Type: ABC
# of Ports: 5 +2 Bypass
Carb Type: Slide with Aluminum Body
Crank Type: SG-type with Patented CRF Concept

Source: Losi [losi.com]

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Team Orion CRF .21 Mike Truhe Edition engine