Xray Mini

[SMTCA Focal Point]

It looks like we have all been fooled a little with the new Xray car. There isnt one car, there are two..

The first one is a mini version of the Evo2 built for four cells as a direct competitor for the Yokomo mini version. Compatible with nearly all the spare parts for the evo

http://www.rctech.net/forum/attachment.php?s=&postid=480135

The car does not match the pitures on the teaser video, still think it is a micro chassis to go head to head with the hpi micro.

[SMTCA Focal Point]

It looks like the new short euro spec arms are actualy the arms from the mini chassis.

Makes a lot of sense, why would xray produce mouldings for just one race meeting.

I would imagine there wil be a conversion package consisting of wishbones, driveshafts, tie rods, front belt, chassis and top deck and battery holder.

The bodyshell is one thing I am not sure on, where are you going to get one of these? the only one I know of is the Yokomo shell for there mini. Has Xray tied up with another manufacturer or are there other aftermarket shells available for this size already....

[Matt Brewerton]

Sounds interesting. I'm sure all will become a bit clearer when the new projects are released, which i beleive will be at the chicago toy fair. (could be wrong)

Matt

[Scooter]

Why bother creating a car for a race class that doesn't exist ?

I imagine this car will be as sucessful as the HPI mini or Yokomo
mini !! ! ! ! !! ! (anyone ever seen one)

Why not develop a buggy or nitro racer ?

[SMTCA Focal Point]

Thats what I thought as well. However, in some overseas markets the yokomo mini has taken of very well. As have the HPI micro cars which I believe the "other" secret chassis is.

You dont need a lot of brains to build a mini version of an amazing tourer. the fun aspect alone would be enough to tempt some. I would expect it to be a low volume sales kit.

It is an easy way for a manufacturer to extend his range. I think it would have made more sense to have a plastic tub, or possibly use a fibreglass (god no, xray not using the best?/??) chassis to keep costs down. If they can knock out a kit for under £180 then it might sell a few kits to club level racers.

[steven252]

this may sound as a stupid question but could it run in 1/12th scale?
thanks
steven

[SMTCA Focal Point]

http://www.mytsn.com/products/desc.asp?prid=3289

Found info on the MYTSN site, not on the xray VIP site yet....

A bit poor that we didnt get the scoop we should have got

[SMTCA Focal Point]

Is anyone running these at club level yet.? How do they run on carpet, any good?

[Big Jimmy G]

HI Guys,

Am thinking of getting one of these cute little cars, but have a few questions:-

1. do the cells have to go down one side, or can you get them as a 2x2 saddle formation.

2. if they must go down one side can it be either side?

3. Anyone ever tried one or seen one? How does it go?

Thanks,

James