Meet the Rock Force 2.2. Now anyone can discover what rock crawling is all about.

Starting with a worm-gear axle, the Rock Force 2.2 is packed with features such as special crawler motor and speed control amp. Incredible performance and design with options for disconnecting the rear drive (requires 3-channel R/C system), brings the fascination of rock crawling to everyone. Switch between drive, free and lock for user-friendly operation of various driving techniques.

Recommended as the best introduction to rock crawling, and for those who want to use this as the base machine to modify as far as desired.

Soruce : Kyosho

Will show in 47th Shizuoka Hobby Show

Available in Jun 2008

The speed and power of the SIRIO 09 engine is brought to another new category. Belt 4WD and 2-speed A/T deliver breathtaking speed.
Get the full GP1/12 racing experience!!

Shock waves were felt around the model racing world with the debut of the KYOSHO Mini Inferno 09 mounted with SIRIO 09 engine. The performance of the world’s greatest engine brand ‘SIRIO’ is now locked and loaded on the ultimate 1/12 scale on-road racing machine. The 4WD and 2-speed A/T maximizes the engine’s power and the front one-way unit on the powertrain combines with the suspension to set the pace in speed and performance. Comprehensive chassis design follows a ‘simple is best’ philosophy so no difficult settings or adjustments are needed to experience the best performance this machine has to offer. With many years of proven racing experience, KYOSHO has produced a ‘setting-free’ model that allows you to focus on enjoying the high-speed performance this machine has to offer. As an ideal introduction to GP car racing or as a second car, the compact 1/12 scale racing machine with SIRIO 09 engine promises a racing experience like no other!

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1/10 PureTen GP 4WD V-ONE SIII

Available : Jul, 2008

Proven chassis is now even more durable and maintenance friendly.
Aerodynamic body increases race competitiveness.
Set to make a big impact in the KYOSHO CUP!

From beginners to experts, the hard-earned reputation of the V-ONE SIII is set to grow in stature with its next evolutionary step. The Evo. maintains the driver-friendly belt driven 4WD that has made this machine the first choice for drivers from debut to the top of the podium. Low center of gravity from the low and wide design is matched with the suspension of the World Champion V-ONE RRR and the high power of the GXR15 engine with 2-speed A/T. The user-friendly GXR15 engine is fitted with a recoil starter for simple engine starting. Many unique design features have taken the racing performance of this machine to a new level to earn the title Evo., which complies with the new KYOSHO CUP rules effective in 2008. For a relatively low cost you can drive for pure enjoyment or taste the excitement motor sport in the chase for racing glory.

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1/10 PureTen GP 4WD V-ONE SIII

Available : May 28, 2008

Proven chassis is now even more durable and maintenance friendly.
Aerodynamic body increases race competitiveness.
Set to make a big impact in the KYOSHO CUP!

From beginners to experts, the hard-earned reputation of the V-ONE SIII is set to grow in stature with its next evolutionary step. The Evo. maintains the driver-friendly belt driven 4WD that has made this machine the first choice for drivers from debut to the top of the podium. Low center of gravity from the low and wide design is matched with the suspension of the World Champion V-ONE RRR and the high power of the GXR15 engine with 2-speed A/T. The user-friendly GXR15 engine is fitted with a recoil starter for simple engine starting. Many unique design features have taken the racing performance of this machine to a new level to earn the title Evo., which complies with the new KYOSHO CUP rules effective in 2008. For a relatively low cost you can drive for pure enjoyment or taste the excitement motor sport in the chase for racing glory.

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The first round of the Italian National EP Championship took place in Rome last weekend where brothers Michele and Samuele Romagnoli took top honours for Team Serpent.

Both at the controls of the S400, the brothers won the Expert (Michele) and Senior (Samuele) classes and will be looking to repeat the result at the next  leg of the 3 round National Championship.

Source : Serpent

Race report by Ricardo Monteiro
This car is “AMAZING.” I tested it in a race near Viseu. it was the first race of the Trophy Race, and was attended by 39 drivers. The weather was very hot (almost 30°C) and the track was very slippery in several places.

In the 1st round I was able to drive smoothly and that guaranteed me 1st place in the first round. My time was 10 laps in 5.23.94. For the 2nd round I made a bad choice by trying other tires. Knowing that I had to make a good heat I gave my best shot and with that I was able to get TQ.

In the final I drove smoothly and smartly without mistakes, putting me at the lead of the pack. Despite the fact that the engine flamed out twice I was able to hold on to the lead and won by 1 lap.

I love the car because it is very easy to drive, letting me have fun driving on the ground and off the ground.

Best Regards
Ricardo Monteiro

Source : XRAY

Race report by Singer Manuel
After warm words of welcome from Ewald “Ed” Prohaska, long-time chairman of Morac Graz, my father and I were chomping at the bit to start our XRAY NT1 and race it along the 300m course. In addition to the regular strong competition, newcomers were able to prove themselves as worthy rivals.

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• Precision ball bearings
• Replacable brushes
• Fits most 1/18 micros, including RC18T
• Available Mid June 2008

Source : Hobby Horizon

Translate from Japanese :

It is a lineup as for two grades (RUBY and Diamond) by the
collaboration with the mastering mechanic ‘Is it a width?’.
Six cells, five cells, and four cells are additionally released to the
usage.

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