This is, for me, a real curiosity or bizarre thing. HO cars and tracks are "big" in the US, and once you know them you have to love them. But in Europe they are almost unknown or taken for toys (as far as I know Scalextric, with the micro name, is the only european company working with this scale). I can´t understand why this scale is not more known and recognized in Europe. Maybe it is a question of time.
And now, the best 2009 HO track for me is:
The "Mother of all Slot Car Tracks"!With more track pieces, more track length, more levels, more banks, criss-cross tracks, squeeze tracks, sheesh! There just isn't another track like it.The Giant squeezes an amazing amount of action into only 4' x 8' of floor space. And as if that wasn't enough you get two super fast Super G+ Formula cars. They rock!And now, the Giant becomes the first AFX set to get the Tri-Power Pack. The only power supply available in any slot car set that lets you learn to race at your own pace. Great for young kids!Leave it to AFX to bring you the biggest, baddest set on the planet.
FEATURESLargest slot car track available – More track than you can get anywhere in one setTri-Power Pack – Even young children can learn without frustrationThe best track you can buy – AFX track is easy to use, high quality and reliableColorful, highly detailed Formula bodies – Unmatched realismBlinding fast Super G+ Chassis – The most advanced chassis you can buy; you can even adjust the motor’s torqueMost powerful HO Set you can buy – Compare the AFX 22 volt (at Expert level) power pack to the 17 volt versions in other people’s setsDirectional Power Pack – Let’s you change track direction with a flip of the plugEasy plug, ProClass Controllers – Plug in or swap controllers in a snapTune-up Kit Included – Keep your cars running strongLap Counter – Race with your friends
SUPER G+ CHASSISSuper G+ is probably the most famous chassis in HO slot racing. Its predecessor, the G+ revolutionized the hobby with stunning performance that flattened the competition. Using patented design innovations it was the first HO chassis to include dedicated “ground effects” magnets. It took years for the competition to get close and by then AFX had “left the building” with the next generation Super G+. Here are some of the reasons why Super G+ still sets the pace:Unique Monocoque Chassis: Motor is part of the chassis – Lighter, stronger design means better handling and higher speedsMotor: Cantilever brush design with precision armature (Only AFX has it) – Higher RPM and more responsiveMotor: Adjustable motor timing (Only AFX has it) – Let’s you change torque to better tune the power to different tracksPick-Up Shoes: High conductivity Phosphor Bronze – Gets more power to the motorGuide Pin: Exclusive extra long tapered design – Keeps the car in the slot longerGround Effects Magnets: Extra long polymer magnets – More rail coverage in the corners for better handling
SPECIFICATIONSRunning Feet (2-lane): 62.5Floor Space Required for Primary Track: 4’ x 8’Number of Cars: 2Number of Controllers: 2Number of Power Packs: 1Number of pieces of track: 68 (including lap counters and terminal track)Number of Lap Counters: 1Number of Terminal Tracks: 1Type of Chassis: Super G+Guard Rails: 32Buildings: Pit (1); Grandstand (1) cardboardBox Size: 29.375” x 17.5” x 5.375”Weight: 15 lbs.
SUPER G+ CHASSISSuper G+ is probably the most famous chassis in HO slot racing. Its predecessor, the G+ revolutionized the hobby with stunning performance that flattened the competition. Using patented design innovations it was the first HO chassis to include dedicated “ground effects” magnets. It took years for the competition to get close and by then AFX had “left the building” with the next generation Super G+. Here are some of the reasons why Super G+ still sets the pace:Unique Monocoque Chassis: Motor is part of the chassis – Lighter, stronger design means better handling and higher speedsMotor: Cantilever brush design with precision armature (Only AFX has it) – Higher RPM and more responsiveMotor: Adjustable motor timing (Only AFX has it) – Let’s you change torque to better tune the power to different tracksPick-Up Shoes: High conductivity Phosphor Bronze – Gets more power to the motorGuide Pin: Exclusive extra long tapered design – Keeps the car in the slot longerGround Effects Magnets: Extra long polymer magnets – More rail coverage in the corners for better handling
SPECIFICATIONSRunning Feet (2-lane): 62.5Floor Space Required for Primary Track: 4’ x 8’Number of Cars: 2Number of Controllers: 2Number of Power Packs: 1Number of pieces of track: 68 (including lap counters and terminal track)Number of Lap Counters: 1Number of Terminal Tracks: 1Type of Chassis: Super G+Guard Rails: 32Buildings: Pit (1); Grandstand (1) cardboardBox Size: 29.375” x 17.5” x 5.375”Weight: 15 lbs.
With information from AFX Tomy slot cars http://www.afxracing.com/
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