Wrap-Up Next (WUN) has announced the latest RWD Chassis Conversion Kit. Code named the MR-D, this chassis is created from the infusion of the VX-DOCK & FR-D platforms. Utilizing the innovative slide steering unit from the VX-DOCK and FR-D drive train midship configuration, the symmetrical layout results in direct steering feel to achieve both high traction and natural cornering ability.
Scheduled for release in late December 2015 to Japan, so look for it to hit the international market in 2016. The MR-D will be available in 4 different color options, Red, Blue, Silver, and Black. You can pre-order them now from various online retailers.
Wrap-Up Next MR-D Conversion Kit features:
- Symmetrical Midship chassis layout
- 2.5mm pure carbon main chassis
- 2.0mm pure carbon upper deck
- VX-DOCK slide steering system
- Aluminum motor mount
- Steel center shaft
- Steel pinion gear drive system
- Front mounted servo
Approximate MSRP: ¥43,092JPY
Parts NEEDED to complete the MRD are:
Wrap-Up Next Long adjustable servo horn, Yokomo Drift Package front and rear suspension set (suspension arm / suspension mounts / suspension shaft / knuckle / turnbuckles / ball end, etc.), Drift Package Rear Doripake system rear shock tower, Drift Package Damper set, D108 Yokomo Drift Package Nowadays converter battery holder (in the case of every other thin short-lipoic horizontal).
Wrap-Up Next also recommends the following battery holders and part to go with the MR-D
0208-FD battery holder All-in-package (for short-lipo battery)
0209-FD battery holder All-in-package (for lipo saddle battery packs)
0210-FD steel center shaft 84 mm
0211-FD – 0214-FD aluminum spur gear holder each color
Source: Wrap-Up Next