by sunny on February 23, 2010
Slated for release in the Spring, the HPI Blitz ESE vows to take short course RC to the next level. Throwing in a ton of premium upgrades to the already impressive 2WD's stock chassis, this can make an excellent replacement for your worn-down Blitz or a powerful entry to the short course truck scene.
Available as a kit, you can let your creativeness shine through as you customize the included ATTK-10 clear body with a paint job of your choice. It comes with a set of graphic elements and official logos to help you out in decorating, as well.
The Blitz ESE boasts a stiffer composite main chassis that claims overall quicker response. Color coded performance parts (white, cool gray and warm gray) let you see high-response parts at a glance, apart from lending it a more attractive appearance. Of course, it's only likely to remain that way until the first time it tastes dirt, at which point it will have to say hello to your favorite scrub.
HPI wasn't short on superlatives when describing the release. Precise steering and cornering from the firm front and rear arms, tougher skid plates for aggressive take-offs and landings, firmer bumpers for stronger and a whole host of other tune-ups have been outlined that make it a potentially super fast ride.
You'll have to supply a lot of the parts for this kit, including the motor, batteries, servos, wheels and tires. This adds a laundry list of things for you to pick up, but allows for plenty of customization on actual racing abilities. Expect the HPI Racing Blitz ESE Kit around April for a $250 price.
[HPI Racing]
by sunny on December 6, 2009
The early part of 2010 should prove an exciting one with the re-emergence of the cult favorite Tamiya Off-Road Racer Sand Scorcher. First released in 1979, this 30th anniversary model will look to capture the hearts of old and new fans alike - and there's a good chance it will.
Capturing the curvy look and layout of the original Sand Scorcher, the upcoming model boosts a number of improved features, including a detailed hard-plastic body and a reinforced 2mm-thick FRP main frame. The front tires are ribbed, while the rear tires are paddled, same way as its old incarnation. It's a well-made scale that's bound to reignite your passion for VW Bajas.
Tamiya is claiming improved performance with the soon-to-released desert racer. Powered by a pre-installed Type 540 motor, they just might be right. With full ball bearings (to reduce friction loss), new die-cast suspension arms and top-of-the-line stock parts that are tuned to perform in today's racing conditions, it's one fitting way to celebrate a classic. It's using a chassis based on the Buggy Champ, which means versatile upgrade options (especially if you own both) if you wish to race it in serious competition.
While staying faithful to the well-loved, original design, this reissue of the Tamiya Off-Road Racer Sand Scorcher brings the Baja classic to the modern times with handpicked, finely-tuned parts. Even if the actual performance may still be up in the air, it's a beautiful vehicle that's bound to peel cash away from my wallet when it does come out - probably yours too.
Specifications:
Not yet available
US $100.00
