Kyosho America now offers custom foam bumpers for the Inferno GT. The bumpers are specially cut to fit the contours of the two most popular bodies, the Aston Martin DBR9 and the Ferrari F430. The high-density foam bumper replaces the smaller stock unit for additional chassis protection, and it better supports the nose of the detailed bodies, preventing vibration and scraping against the ground. These custom bumpers simply bolt in place of the stock bumper and are a must-have for any IGT enthusiast.

IGT Shaped Bumper - Aston Martin DBR9 - KA90001
IGT Shaped Bumper - Ferrari F430 - KA90002

Soruce : Kysoho

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Next week (22-25 May) drivers from across Europe will travel to Austria for the 2008 EFRA 1:8 Onroad European B Championships which takes place on the Kirchberg track and Team Serpent will be on hand to offer support to the large number of drivers competing with the 960.

Multiple European A Champion and 2007 EC Top Qualifier Michael Salven will be on hand to offer technical support and set-up advice to the Serpent teams. Serpent’s chief designer will be joined in the support role by local ace Daniel Tomaschko who set a new track record at the recent EC-B warm up race.

Serpent will continue its long running tradition of a complimentary goodie bag for all Serpent drivers taking part in the event and RC Car Exklusive, the Serpent distributor for Austria, will be on hand to look after spare parts support for competitors running the 960 chassis.

Serpent has a successful track record at the EC-B winning the title 3 times in the last four years and launching the careers of a number of emerging r/c racing talents like Italian Andrea Cristiani who won the event with his 960 in France in 2006. Belgian driver Steven Cuypers also driving a 960 was the winner a year earlier when the championship was held in Germany. In 2004 Serpent won the crown when Dario Balestri won the event at Fiorano in Italy.

Source : Serpent

358714 XB808 Alu One-Piece Engine Mount - Swiss 7075 T6 - Hard Coated

Authentic XRAY optional 1-piece engine mount for XB808 is CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum, hardcoated for extra durability and long life. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions.

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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