Tag: Buggy

[Re-Release] Yokomo Wonder Dog Fighter 1/10 4WD Buggy

Back in May, Yokomo teased the comeback of the legendary 1/10 scale 4WD off-road buggy “Wonder Dog Fighter,” originally released in 1986. Yesterday, the company officially announced the re-release of the Wonder Dog Fighter 1/10 Electric Buggy—marking the fourth Dog Fighter reissue from the Japanese manufacturer.

In 1985, Gil Losi Jr. drove the Dog Fighter “YZ-834B WINNING Model” to victory at the first-ever IFMAR World Championship, securing its place in RC racing history. Now, 40 years later, Yokomo brings back the Wonder Dog Fighter—a faithful replica of Losi Jr.’s championship-winning machine.

Built on the concept of upgrading the original YZ-834B to full race specifications, the Wonder Dog Fighter reissue comes with significant improvements, including:

  • Dual-shock rear dampers
  • Reinforced ribs in the main chassis for increased rigidity
  • A redesigned body for enhanced downforce and grip
  • Compact, competition-spec bumpers
  • Lightweight, high-rigidity suspension arms
  • Torque limiter for controlled front-wheel drive

This semi-assembled buggy lets modern enthusiasts relive the world-conquering performance of the 1980s.


Release details:

  • Product Name: Yokomo Wonder Dog Fighter (Re-Release)
  • Product No.: YZ-834BW
  • Price: ¥63,000 (excluding tax)
  • Shipping: Late August 2025 to distributors worldwide
YZ-834BW

Hongyu·GDC RC Off-Road Track

Crafted by world-class off-road track master Miguelo, this is China’s first indoor, roof-covered clay off-road course. Its sunken design cleverly uses natural elevation changes to create a unique viewing perspective for every spectator. When the cars soar into the air, the audience can still take in the breathtaking scene from an overhead vantage point.

Registration Announcement | 2024 SIGP Three Circles International Vehicle Model (Off-Road) Grand Prix

The SIGP Three Circles International Vehicle Model Grand Prix (abbreviated as SIGP), a prestigious event in China’s sports tourism, is one of the top international RC model car racing competitions. It has garnered attention from top RC model car drivers and enthusiasts in Asia and around the world.

The 2024 SIGP Three Circles International Vehicle Model (Off-Road) Grand Prix will take place from December 11th to 15th at the Three Circles ARC International RC Raceway in Xiamen. With a total prize pool of RMB 160,000, the event also offers on-site prize draws worth tens of thousands!

Event Categories:

  1. 1/8 Electric Off-Road Car Race
  2. 1/8 Nitro Off-Road Car Race
  3. 1/7 KM Citroën C3 Electric Rally Car Race
  4. 1/7 KM Citroën C3 Nitro Rally Car Race
  5. 1/4 Electric Off-Road Motorcycle Race

Event Schedule:

  • December 11, 2024 (Wednesday): Registration & Free Practice
  • December 12, 2024 (Thursday): Controlled Practice
  • December 13, 2024 (Friday): Controlled Practice & Qualifying
  • December 14, 2024 (Saturday): Qualifying
  • December 15, 2024 (Sunday): Finals

Awards:

1. 1/8 Electric Off-Road Car Race

  • Final A Group will award trophies and cash prizes. The top 3 in the B Group and below will receive trophies.
    • A Group Prizes:
      • 1st: RMB 20,000
      • 2nd: RMB 10,000
      • 3rd: RMB 5,000
      • 4th-10th: Prizes ranging from RMB 1,000 to RMB 3,000

2. 1/8 Nitro Off-Road Car Race

  • A Group Prizes:
    • 1st: RMB 20,000
    • 2nd: RMB 10,000
    • 3rd: RMB 5,000
    • 4th-10th: Prizes ranging from RMB 1,000 to RMB 3,000

3. 1/7 KM Citroën C3 Electric & Nitro Rally Car Race

  • A Group Prizes:
    • 1st: RMB 5,000
    • 2nd: RMB 3,000
    • 3rd: RMB 2,000
    • Additional prizes include car bodies, tire kits, engines, and accessories for the top 10.

4. 1/4 Electric Off-Road Motorcycle Race

  • A Group Prizes:
    • 1st: RMB 3,000
    • 2nd: RMB 2,000
    • 3rd: RMB 1,000

Registration Fees:

  • 1/8 Electric & Nitro Off-Road Car Race: RMB 300 per person (with Sunpadow battery discount vouchers)
  • 1/7 KM Citroën C3 Electric & Nitro Rally Race: RMB 300 per person
  • 1/4 Electric Off-Road Motorcycle Race: RMB 300 per person (with Sunpadow battery discount vouchers)

Registration Period:

  • November 1 – November 30, 2024
    Registration will close once the quota is filled. Successful registrants can check their status on the official website www.arc-chn.com.

How to Register:

  • China Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macau:
    Visit www.arc-chn.com starting November 1, 2024, and fill in the registration form.
  • Taiwan:
    Contact Mr. Lan Xiangsong at 0935326739, LINE ID: blue 1618.
  • International Competitors:
    Visit the English version of www.arc-chn.com starting November 1, 2024, or contact the organizer directly:

Payment Methods:

  • China Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macau:
    Pay via QR code transfer to “Xiamen Three Circles Sports Technology Co., Ltd.” Please include “Race Registration + Name” in the transfer notes for verification.
  • Taiwan & International Competitors:
    Payments can be made via designated representatives or on-site (WeChat/Alipay/Credit Card/Cash).

Payment Details:

  • Payment Deadline: November 30, 2024. Late payments will be considered unsuccessful. If a registrant withdraws, the registration fee is non-refundable. Full refunds will be provided if the event is canceled due to force majeure.

Event Rules and Additional Information:

  • The event will adhere to international RC model racing rules. More detailed rules and hotel recommendations will be announced closer to the event date.

Sponsorship and Business Inquiries:

  • Please contact Mr. Liao at 13906058611.

Thank you for your support! We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 SIGP Three Circles International RC Vehicle Model Grand Prix from December 11-15, 2024, at the Three Circles ARC International RC Raceway, Xiamen!

Yokomo SO2.0 Dirt Edition Buggy

Yokomo SO2.0 Dirt Edition Now Available‼️The SO2.0 Dirt Edition is the ultimate 2WD off-road buggy, meticulously engineered for superior performance on dirt tracks. While it shares the fundamental components of the standard SO2.0, this edition has been optimized with several key modifications for dirt surfaces.


Key Features:

1.  Rear Suspension: The rear suspension arms have been shortened and paired with dirt-specific springs, allowing the vehicle to better adapt to uneven and loose dirt surfaces.
2.  Enhanced Rear Traction: This buggy features a hard graphite-molded gearbox coupled with a ball differential, specifically designed to increase rear traction, ensuring stability and control even in challenging dirt conditions.
3.  Optimized Weight Distribution: The hard graphite gearbox not only boosts rear traction but also improves the overall balance of the vehicle. By adjusting the chassis weight distribution, the Dirt Edition achieves a perfect blend of cornering precision and acceleration performance.


These enhancements make the SO2.0 Dirt Edition an exceptional choice for off-road enthusiasts seeking peak performance on dirt tracks.


Changes from the SO2.0 to the Dirt Edition:

1.  Ball Differential: Now included as standard equipment, improving traction and control.
2.  Graphite Molded Gear Case: The rear gear case is now made of hard graphite, enhancing durability and performance.
3.  Rear Suspension: Features shorter suspension arms designed for better handling on dirt surfaces.
4.  Newly Developed Springs: The Dirt Edition comes with specially designed springs tailored for dirt track conditions.
5.  J-Concept F2 Body: The vehicle sports the J-Concept F2 body, offering aerodynamic advantages and a sleek design.
6.  Astro High Clearance Wing (7-inch): Equipped with a 7-inch Astro high clearance wing, providing improved downforce and stability.

These updates make the SO2.0 Dirt Edition uniquely suited for dirt track racing, with enhancements focused on traction, handling, and aerodynamics.

XRAY XB2 – Making of

the 2024 XB2 was designed and made at the XRAY factory in Europe and see all the finest details of the final pre-production prototype that has been close to the final production design.

HB Racing D8 World Spec Buggy

New from HB Racing is the D8 World Spec 1/8 nitro buggy. The D8 WS is the production version of the prototype that our HB Racing Team Drivers ran at the 2022 IFMAR Worlds in Spain. New suspension geometry enlarges the tuning envelope for contemporary style race tracks which are becoming higher speed and higher traction.

In addition to new symmetrical suspension arms, the D8 WS now features adjustable pills on all 4 of the inner suspension mounts, delivering a wider variety of settings and quicker adjustment. And, the caster blocks, steering hubs, and rear hubs are now compatible with the latest HB truggy so racers who run both classes can carry fewer spare parts to the track. The D8 WS has been exten- sively tested and raced around the world, and is proven to deliver quicker lap times than our previous D819RS buggy.

HB Racing

HB Racing D4 EVO3 1/10 COMPETITION ELECTRIC BUGGY 4WD

New from HB Racing is the D4 Evo3 1/10 scale 4WD electric buggy. HB designer Torrance Deguzman updated his innovative D418 design with new high performance features aimed to optimize performance on carpet and high grip race tracks. The D4 Evo3 includes a new chassis that moves the motor forward for improved weight balance, new gearboxes to allow lower ride height without compromising the suspension geometry, a lowered carbon fiber front shock tower, and E8 style chassis braces/rods that allow side flex while maintaining bending stiffness. Also included are DCJ (Dual Cardan Joint) front universals to eliminate front wheel chatter, machined aluminum front caster blocks, and new fully adjustable machined aluminum rear hub carriers. The D4 Evo3 is faster, stronger, and more adjustable…

Kyosho Dirt Master 1/10 2WD Buggy

Developed as a ‘neo-retro’ model, the Kyosho “Dirt master” combines modern chassis design with traditional features. Breathtaking performance powers you over any low-grip surface from vacant lots to full-scale racing circuits. For your first Kyosho buggy, this is the one!

Brand new 1/10 Scale Radio Controlled Electric Powered 2WD Buggy Assembly kit Ultima SB Dirt Master. Buggies were created to venture off-road over rough surfaces at high speed and the Ultima SB Dirt Master is a return to the purest form of this fun and excitement.

If you want more than the entry-level model can deliver but top-end models are too focused on racing, the Dirt Master is perfect for good honest bush-bashing fun! Based on the competition-level Ultima RB5, the Dirt Master was developed as a mid-class buggy featuring high quality key performance components, at a reasonable price. The rear motor layout ensures secure rear tire grip that demonstrates rock-solid stability over low grip surfaces such as gravel and riverbeds. As the Ultima SB Dirt Master shares its racing heritage with the RB5, it is also at home on fully-fledged RC racing circuits too. With the excellent basic chassis design and a completely new body with a nostalgic flair, beginner drivers looking to step up to the next level of performance or hard-core racers looking for some fun will discover the Ultima SB Dirt Master is true to the original spirit of the buggy.