CEN Racing

Here is a pic of our prototype matrix. The 1/8th buggy is looking to be very competitive in the racing industry. The Matrix will come out as an RTR first. Dates are to be determind.

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CEN Racing

RC30GTR

Car looks good what engine will it use?

CEN Racing

The RTR will come with a .26-.28 engine. We have not determind the actual size as of yet. We are testing different configurations, to see what will work the best. ; )

CEN Racing

madmark

the colour is well nice ,don't change it from the actuall production car ,stands out ,should be competition for infernos with that size engine ,any clue as to when it will hit the shelfs and price ,
nice one ..cen

Scouser

I like it, cant wait to see it in the shops. I am also impressed by the direction the company is taking, race rewards and possible sponsorship, the racing Genesis and now the Matrix. I really do hope these promotions raise the profile of the company and more racers will pick your products to use. I fear that one thing will hinder CENs' growth over here in the UK though. The worst thing about owning a CEN is having to deal with Irvine as the distributor. I dont mean to put a sour note on a positive thread so I will finish by saying I am made up to see the Matrix, will be buying one asap and cant wait for the owners rides page on the CEN website. Good work boys.

madmark

i agree with scouser about irvine ,have a look at the web site , im not impressed but then thats just me ,will this engine be a pullstart or roto, not that i care which cause its a reall beauty ,will the the mini-t be out around the same time ,
thanks madmark

CEN Racing

Madmark,

We intend to make the Matrix buggy RTR a Roto Start. It will be out shortly after the Mini Madness Electric truck.

CEN Racing

madmark

thanks cen really looking forward to the matrix ,will be my first 1/8 scale any idea when it might hit ireland because if i import the radio will be at 72mhz not recomended in ireland .so im told
thanks cen

Scouser

I know it is very early to be asking this, but will there be a 'pro' version of the kit released? Something with things like 7075 chassis, fully adjustable camber/ caster/ toe in etc and compatibility with racing upgrade manufacturers like Fioroni? Sorry if it is too soon for these questions to be answered but I really would like to give this buggy a run competitively. Thanks.

CEN Racing

Madmark,

Roughly the same time world wide. Trying to get it out by summer.


Scouser,

By all means we intend to offer upgrades for consumers that want to compete with the Matrix. We will also, be forming a strong 1/8th scale racing team.

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madmark

thats great ,summer time , really was 'nt expecting to see it so soon , can't wait looks a beauty
thanks guys keep up the hard work , good to see products being added the wholetime

Scouser

Just hope its in the UK for the start of the new racing season. If the Matrix is targeted the competition end of the market and rivals Xray, Kyosho 777 and Mugen cars, then this could be a whole new era for CEN.

NotMe

The guys over at [link=http://www.bigsquidrc.com]BigSquidRC.com[/link] have one more pic, with the body off! It's a little blury, but hey, we'll take what we can get! They also have a poll for what color the aluminum should be! This thing looks sweet! It would be great to have a buggy that can compete, and does not cost $700 without engine and electronics!

They just changed their poll, so you shouldn't have to register in their forum! Go vote for a color!

Scouser

CEN, during the development of the Matrix, were any Fun Factor parts modified to fit the new car? I have noticed that 1:8 scale buggies are very similar in size to the Fun Factor and wondered if there was any compatibility?

I_LUV_SMARTECH......

You're dreamin scouser...

Scouser

Yeah I know. Still, worth a try. Just trying to keep the project vehicle as 'CEN-like' as possible.

CEN Racing

Scouser,

Nah. The Matrix will be completely new from head to toe. ; )

CEN Racing

Scouser

Oh well it was worth a try. Thanks for the quick reply CEN, looking forward to seeing the buggy.

jadda

Hi CEN Racing.
Have you been in a race yet with the genesis? Or the Matrix? or the MT2?
It would be nice if you updated us on race results and so on.

Thanks

CEN Racing

Jadda,

Yes we attended the international Silver State Nitro Challenge in Las Vegas with our GENESIS, and Matrix. They wouldn't allow our GENESIS to compete with the tank, and engine size. Therefore we could not run. We will run it in the R/C Pro Series coming up in a week. We will keep everyone posted. As for the Matrix 1/8th. Andrew Smolnik did suprisingly well with his proto-type Matrix. He qualified up there with some very well known drivers such as Yuichi Kanaii, Adam Drake, Atsushi Hara,Scott Hughes, Rick Howart, and more. The car in our opinion is off to a very promising start. He was in the bump up position, however he ran out of gas with seconds to go. We had to make a crucial decision to come in for a pit stop and risk our bump up position, or stay out and conserve fuel. Unfortunately, we came up apx one lap short. 30sec. All in all it was a very good weekend for our team. We learned alot about our new 1/8th scale Matrix buggy.

jadda

Thanks for the info CEN Racing.
Sorry to here about the genesis, but it was good to here about the matrix. Keep up the good work guys and I wish you good luck in the future with the gen and matrix.

CEN Racing

Guys, here are our 1st race results of " Matrix" as well as pictures of vehicle. Please keep in mind that we are running a "prototype Matrix" with stock setting on the car. This is also our first time trying OPS engine with Matrix. Results turn out to be very well. We ranked 9th overall in the 1st round.

www.neo-buggy.com

Scouser

Man that thing looks nice. Interesting that you chose OPS power. What were your first impressions of the motor and how was the buggy received at the track? Thanks for keeping us updated, its good to see the Matrix progressing.

Scouser

Just thought I would raise this again. Over here in the UK the Xray XBR and the Hong Nor Jammin X1CR have both just been released to high acclaim. Any word on when the Matrix will be appearing? Have there been delays or is the release date iminent? Just getting a little impatient, I am holding out for this buggy so as to stick with CEN. Any info would be much appreciated.

Scouser

Still wondering about this car. Any news on the release date yet?