La Xray ha presentato ufficialmente la nuova  EP touring car  T2 009 in scala 1:10 che la ditta slovacca considera l’automodello touring più avanzato disponibile oggi sul mercato. Questo modello 2009 è il frutto di anni di ricerca e sviluppo del gruppo Xray Research & Development che ha lavorato insieme ai piloti del Factory Team per migliorare e rendere ancora più performante la piattaforma T2. Questa nuova versione è stat studiata per essere alatamente competitiva in tutte le situazioni: su asfalto, piste indoor, con l’utilizzo di un motore brushless o meno, di batterie NiMh o LiPo batteries… un modello per tutte le esigenze di competizioni 1:10…

Ecco il foglio stampa ufficiale della XRAY: 

• Based on the ultra successful T2’008 platform, fine tuned for highest competition racing on rubber & foam tires
• LiPo pack ready with the use of unique graphite pads that raise the top deck to fit popular-sized LiPo battery packs
• New super-light Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum rear drive shafts, hard anodized, black coated and laser engraved, 38% lighter than standard drive shafts
• New super-light drive axles with 35% less rotating mass
• Drivetrain featuring 34T/20T pulleys on both EU and US versions
• Limited edition orange coloring on aluminum parts for stylish and distinctive look. Warning, the blazing orange color will not improve lap times.
• Dozens of ultra-fine improvements particularly on tolerances, clearances, and material structures
• Most parts are fully compatible with the T2’008
• Available in two versions to meet specific ROAR, EFRA, and FEMCA regulations:
• o US Foam-spec 6-cell Edition (#30 00014) – ROAR
• o EU Rubber-spec 6-cell Edition (#30 0013) – ROAR, EFRA, FEMCA
• Battery slots on chassis moved slightly outwards for better clearance between batteries and spur gear
• EU Edition available with 6-cell chassis which allows fitting of both 5- and 6-cell battery configurations
• EU Edition features narrow, ultra-thin 2.0mm top deck for higher grip
• Reduced sensitivity to changing track conditions, giving super-consistent performance during runs
• Lowered battery backstops for better fit and clearance between soldering tabs
• Both EU & US Editions come with Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum ball differential
• Centrally-positioned layshaft and split bulkheads provide optimum balance thanks to perfect weight distribution of the motor towards centerline, giving quicker left-right transitions
• Ultra-light bulkheads CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum
• Motor mount bulkhead features the lowest possible motor mount, compatible with stock, modified, and brushless motors
• Super-light composite front Solid Axle with XRAY’s own smart quick-change outdrive system for easy outdrive exchange (EU Edition only); no servicing or replacement of drive shaft blades needed, translates into reduced servicing costs

• Specially-optimized drive shaft lengths for specific foam- and rubber-tire racing conditions:
  o US Edition: standard 50mm CVD drive shafts for use with foam tires (generally higher traction than rubber tires); optimum transfer of traction to the wheels
  o EU Edition: longer 52mm front/rear CVD drive shafts positioned more towards centerline in diff/solid axle outdrives to generate more overall traction and make the car easier to drive on low-traction tracks
• Servo saver positioned in absolute centerline of the chassis
• Aluminum center top deck mount specially designed for rubber tires on carpet –decreases front suspension traction and eliminates front tire overheating, ensuring consistent handling during runs
• Front bulkheads with extra reinforcement legs allow for additional chassis flex adjustment from the bottom of the chassis
• Independent front and rear diff height adjustment
• Long front & rear suspension arms for improved traction and easier handling feature optimized shock mounting positions for improving steering and traction
• Suspension arms feature integrated anti-roll bar mounts; rear arms feature two different anti-roll bar mounts for super-fine adjustment of the rear anti-roll bar
• EU Edition includes both front and rear anti-roll bars (front 1.6mm & rear 1.4mm)
• C-hubs with large openings for quicker and easier assembly/disassembly of the CVDs; prevents collision of CVD with C-hub in serious crashes (compatible for the ECS drive shafts)
• C-hubs available in standard caster angles (2°, 4° and 6°); available in two hardnesses (EU – medium, US – hard)
• Rear uprights with integrated 0° toe-in to prevent suspension geometry change in serious crashes; available in two hardnesses (EU – medium, US – hard)
• Steering blocks available in two hardness (EU – medium, US - hard)
• Front suspension arms allow 2mm adjustment of front arm position
• Both front & rear shock towers machined from premium graphite material featuring Quick Roll Center positions and optimized shock absorber positions
• Front shock tower specially machined for ultra-low weight without compromising strength
• Lightweight middle alu layshaft with centrally-positioned spur gear for perfect balance
• Ready and optimized for brushless motor systems
• Ready and optimized for most LiPo battery packs

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