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Harry's showing photos from Pioneer of the new Pioneer Chargers which are on the way soon to the US.

Some photos (originally posted on Home Racing World) of the new Pioneer MGB!

The new Pioneer Chargers have primered areas and body panels painted to look as if they've been replaced. Nice job Jules!

Some backstory on the inspiration for these cars can be seen at this link.

Well Harry at Home Racing World has landed quite a cool little exclusive here! See photos of the Pioneer Camaro at this link!

A cool slot video done for the Pioneer Bullitt Mustang.

Pix used here with the generosity of "Mopardevil"... thanks!

From the Pioneer website:

Ref P003 - SPECIAL EDITION

Big ‘n' black 'n' nasty. Chase it round your track with the BULLITT Mustang!
Features: Driver & assassin figures.
18k Typhoon motor, sidewinder configuration
Detailed interior
QuickChange braids
Scalextric Digital DPR ready
Availability: May 2010

Pioneer's powerplant for their '68 Mustang GT, Bullitt version, is an 18k, FC-130 type motor in a car which performs competitively with Scalextric Can Am Mustangs and Camaros. While the Scalextric cars also have nominal 18k motors, tests show they rev to 20-21k RPM, no-load on 12 volts. Scalextric motor torque typically measures 100 gcm, and power output is around 5.3 Watts.

The Pioneer "18k" motor revs to an honest 18,967 RPM at 12 volts on test, with torque tested at 131 gcm/12v. Power output is 6.2 Watts on 12 volts. The Pioneer Typhoon is slightly more powerful than the Scalextric motor, although RPM is lower and torque is higher. Typhoon test performance is nearly identical to the H&R Racing Hawk motor, a home-track racing favorite in the USA.

The Pioneer Typhoon has its own visual appeal, with a six-pack of holes in the top for cooling, black plastic end bell, and nicely printed company lettering. The motor is not currently available separately as a retail item, but who knows what the future holds, as Pioneer is a start up manufacturer. The Mustangs are their first release.

More info on Pioneer slot cars may be found at: http://www.pioneerslotcars.com/

From Harry of Home Racing World:
When we look at new releases in our hobby, not all of them have the following these models have. Especially when we are talking about a brand new company. Since the first peek at these cars, many enthusiasts have scrambled to have their own and for good reasons. These Pioneer Mustangs have great looks along with the performance we expected. Finally the ready to run versions arrived on my doorstep and we could get a closer look at these historic racers.

First, let us take a look of the 4 models up close. 2 of these models are the all new Notchback Trans-Am versions while the other 2 are new race livery adorned Fastbacks. What is interesting to me is how Pioneer has classified these models. They are not hiding the fact that the 2 Fastbacks are fictional liveries. Therefore the box art for these models are slightly different. I like this idea. They are honest about these models so those who strictly want prototype race cars know up front.

You see the Notchbacks have the Pioneer Trans-Am logo and the Fastbacks say Pioneer Club Sport. For those that care, I think the box art is quite well done. The bases with the road cone and stripe on them also make for an eye pleasing display. Remember, there are collectors out there who just enjoy looking at them. I can see this box on the desk of a Pony car enthusiast somewhere regardless if they are into our hobby or not.

Read the complete review at this link.

Photos of the new Pioneer Mustang provided by Jules of Pioneer.

Due in June...from Pioneer Slot Cars.

Latest News - BULLITT's Back!

It all begins with the click of a seat belt. What follows is the greatest car chase ever filmed - a thrill-a-second cat & mouse pursuit through the streets of San Francisco and out onto the open highway.

It's been over 40 years since STEVE MCQUEEN staked his claim as a movie icon playing the role of Lt. Frank Bullitt. At the same time the Highland Green Mustang GT390 would be forever guaranteed the title of 'The Greatest Chase Car In Cinema History.'

Now, you can recapture the thrills & spills excitement as never before with the very first slot car model of the '68 Mustang that McQueen drove in the movie. Race tuned for fun and on-track action, you can try to capture the essence of what made STEVE MCQUEEN the undisputed 'King of Cool.'

Advance Notice
The assassins car is on it’s way, complete with two ‘baddy’ figures. Available Q3 2009