New from Team Associated is the 1/10th scaled RC10 4WD Factory Team Kit. The Factory Team version of the RC10 4WD comes loaded with upgrades to make it truly track ready, right out of the box. Here’s the highlights- * Bronze anodized 6061-T6 aluminum monocoque 4WD tub chassis * Bronze anodized nose plate and cut motor plate * Exclusive black anodized nose tubes * [...]
Over at Yokomo they have announced that their Drift Performer Steering Gyro V4 is now available in Pink Or Bronze. The V4 drift gyro can really help you dial your drift car into the track and now features two cool new colors. Here’s some highlights- * Bronze & pink colors to match the new Yokomo SD3.0 competition model * High-end performance * Endpoint [...]
Now being promoted by Racers Edge is the PRO1500 1/10 Full Metal Trailer with LED Lights. Featuring all metal construction and working LED lights, the Racers Edge trailer is a realistic way of hauling your 1/10 crawlers or cars around. Here’s some highlights- * Working LED lights * Full metal construction * Large deck area * Leaf spring suspension * Working tongue jack and stowable [...]
Now available from Mon-Tech Racing is the 1/10th scaled DEGA 2.0 Oval Velodrome Clear Body. Designed for high-speed outdoor Velodrome oval racing, the DEGA 2.0 can help you win more races. Here’s some highlights- * Updated 2.0 version * Improved side force for higher corner speeds * Molded from 1.0mm thick Lexan * Includes window masks and stickers * Width – 200mm The Mon-Tech Racing DEGA [...]
The crew at BM Hobby have announced a Mini28 EVO Sensored Brushless Micro ESC & Motor. The ESC and motor are completely new designs perfect for your 1/28th scaled race machine. Here’s some highlights- * ESC includes programming box * Motor is 4,500Kv * Available in black or purple * Great throttle linearity * Small size, lightweight design * Motor designed for great heat dissipation * ESC [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled BN Sports Mazda FC RX-7 Drift Body. Fully licensed by Mazda, and painstakingly scaled down by the folks at Yokomo, the new BN Sports Mazda FC RX-7 drift body is a hot looking option for your drift car. Here’s some highlights- * Powerful wide and low profile * Sharp, full BN Sports aero kit * Aero [...]
Over at Rlaarlo they have uploaded a new Born To Evo: The Rally Legacy 1/7 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution video. The Rlaarlo 1/7 Lancer EVO is fully licensed and has been beautifully scaled down from the 1:1 original. Watch below to see just how realistic the Lancer EVO looks while being driven out in the real world. You can use this link [...]
Now shipping from Team Associated are Factory Team HT1 Steering Block Arms for the mighty RC10B7.1 race buggy kit. The HT1 steering block arms move the ballstud position more rearward to increase stability. Also, the upgrade steering plates can add extra steering throw for those extra tight corners. * #92629 – RC10B7.1 FT Carbon Fiber Steering Block Arms, HT1 +1 * [...]
For all you vintage rc buggy lovers out there, Team Mardave is teasing the return of their Vintage 1/10 Meteor Buggy Kit. The Meteor was known for being a budget friendly 2wd buggy kit from the late 1980s and now the crew at Mardave are looking to produce it again. Here’s the press release they posted on their socials- “Hi all [...]
New from Kyosho is the 1/10th scaled 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fazer FZ02 Readyset with new Clipless Body. The new clipless body gives the Boss 429 even more scale realism for an even better driving experience. Here’s the highlights- * Stunning realism with the proven shaft-driven 4WD FAZER FZ02L chassis * Designed for both scale enthusiasts and rc drivers * Factory-assembled and [...]
If you’re ready to take your R/C drift car to the next level of visual detail, check out this new release from Knight Customs. Their 3D-Printable Universal Drift Interior Detail Set will let you equip your slideways ride with a detailed interior, giving it an instant boost of character. Designed to fit most 1/10-scale radio-controlled drift car bodies, this interior detail [...]
The crew at G-Force has announced a very special XTRADA 1st Anniversary Box 4wd Buggy. The Anniversary edition XTRADA will be available for pre-order starting tomorrow and has numerous upgrades over the standard version. Only 60 total buggies will be made, each with a special pre-painted body/wing by Takashima Design. The Anniversary edition buggy also comes with option parts that [...]
Over at Max Speed Technology they have announced the 1/10th scaled 22B. The 22B will be available as a stand alone clear body, plus in RTR, ARTR, and Kit form. Here’s some highlights- * 257mm wheelbase for an authentic scale look * Width: 195mm * One-piece molding technology * Full ABS accessory set * ABS 22B large rear wing * ABS 22B street-version side mirrors * ABS [...]
Hello everyone and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard. I started in RC back in 1993. At least as far as hobby-grade vehicles go. I was nine years old, and while a lot has changed since then, one thing hasn’t- RC has been a part of my life ever since. Looking back though, I don’t think I became “the RC guy” [...]
The crew at Traxxas has uploaded a The New Stampede 4X4 Video for your viewing enjoyment. The Stampede 4×4 comes with a new Velineon 3S brushless power system to give it plenty of power for 4-wheel burnouts and 50+ mph speeds. Watch below to see the mighty Stampede 4×4 hitting big jumps and bashing hard like the legend that it [...]
