Duratrax Evader EXT2 Review From: DuraTrax Direct Link: DuraTrax Evader EXT2 Review by Brian A while back we got our hands on the DuraTrax Evader EXT2 RTR Stadium Truck. As with all things DuraTrax, we knew a torture test was going to be a must, and we looked forward to finding new ways to see [...]
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Another announcement from the HPI camp at the big German toy fair is an update to the Savage X 4.6. Quite a bit has been changed in this new version, it now comes with a 2.4 GHz radio system, waterproof servos, a new body style with all new graphics, and most importantly more durable diff [...]
HPI is taking their ultimate basher and scaling it down. Right now they are referring to it as the “Small Scale” Savage. It’s a completely new design for 2011 and features the looks and style it’s big brother. The chassis is that familiar Savage TVP design, the drive train is shaft driven 4wd with metal [...]
From: Venom Racing Direct Link: Venom VMX 450 Review by Brian. So we recently got our hands on a Venom Racing VMX 450 1/4 RC Dirt Bike! From the moment I opened the box, I was pretty excited about this motorcycle. First off, it’s big. There have been a bunch of 1/5 scale motorcycles going [...]
Update: We uploaded a video from Traxxas of these trucks in action, it’s embedded after the break. The video sheds some light on other trucks that will be included in the lineup. You can also expect to find Monster Mutt and Maximum Destruction in addition to Grave Digger and Grinder. Also, Traxxas is now the [...]
From: Traxxas Direct Link: Traxxas Summit Review by Bill. I have seen the top of the mountain, and it is good! When first unboxing the Traxxas Summit, one word comes to mind, BIG. Big wheels, big tires and a big suv body. Just looking at the Summit, it looks like it can go anywhere and [...]
Today we got our Venom dirtbike, the VMX 450 Brushless RTR! The box is well done, nothing mind blowing, but better than average. When I first opened it up, it was actually bigger than I expected. We don’t see a lot of bikes in our area, just a couple now and then on the on-road [...]
Mark your calendars. December 16th, just in time for Christmas, the Traxxas Spartan brushless deep-v will be available, and for a reasonable $399.99. We got a good look at this appropriately candy cane colored monster at iHobby, so check out the gallery below then bust out your pencil and paper and start writing your wish [...]
Taiwanese outfit AMR (who?) has a brand new RTR 1/12 scale nitro buggy ready for your consumption. Called the Gears 10, this new buggy is 4wd and looks the part of it’s much larger 1/8 scale counterparts. The drive train is shaft driven, with durable gear differentials at either end, and also includes a slipper [...]
The hot looking Robitronic Protos V2 1/8 nitro buggy is now available as a RTR set. The new setup includes a .28 size engine with an 8-port sleeve design and a black anodized tuned pipe. It’s also ready to hit the track right out of the box with plenty of racing features, such as front [...]
We showed you the spy shot from IHobby that broke the story, and now we can finally give you the official details on the Traxxas Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta. A lot of people have been talking about it and waiting with bated breath for more info. Here’s what we can tell you from the official [...]
Following on yesterday’s announcement of a brushless version of the RC18T2 RTR, Associated has pulled back the sheet on the RC18B2 Brushless. Raise your hand if you were surprised by this, so I can come over and smack you. Anyhow, just as with the T2, this one will also feature the Reedy Micro Brushless ESC [...]
The A Team‘s got a thing for brushless, adding it to almost their entire line of RTR vehicles. The RC18T2 is the next in line to receive the ridiculous power. This new edition comes out of the box with a Reedy micro brushless ESC and 5000kv motor. The ESC is LiPo ready, accepting 2 – [...]