Greetings all! I hope everyone here in the States has a great Fourth of July weekend! Rather than a traditional Backyard this week, I figured I’d combine it with another installment of Monster Truck Madness. The Reactor has officially made its competition debut, and after all the planning, building, and tinkering, it’s finally time to talk about what it’s like [...]
If you’re running the Knight Customs Terra Recon Conversion Kit on your Vanquish H10 Optic, you’re now able to to change up the roof style thanks to the Terra Recon Scout Roof. Designed with a modern, almost open-air flair, this 3D printable roof piece is a direct replacement for the stock H10 Optic roof or the roof that comes with the [...]
Injora has released another upgrade item for the Redcat Ascent-18. If you’re running Injora’s 180 Brushed Ascent-18 Motor or their Purple Viper Brushless Motor, you can now complete your rig with their Aluminum Complete Transmission for the Ascent-18. Featuring an aluminum case, this is a complete transmission that directly replaces the stock gearbox. Two transmission options are available, both with steel gears. [...]
Injora is following up the release of its LS 59mm Aluminum Shocks for the TRX-4M with a new, shorter-travel, 55mm version. Their LS 55mm Aluminum Shocks for the TRX-4M feature a sleek lower spring design that can give your rig a new feel with minimal added work. Featuring aluminum bodies, these oil-filled shocks have adjustable pre-load and include two spring rates [...]
Just announced by XRay is the 2027 Edition of their 1/10 X4F FWD Touring Car Kit. XRay has updated and refined the X4F for more speed and adjustability. Here’s some highlights- * New lightweight gear differential * New front bulkhead flex adjustment system * New one-piece short lower CFF2 suspension arms * New ultra-low anti-roll bar system * Updated smaller suspension pivot balls * New carbon [...]
The crew over at Traxxas has uploaded a The New Rustler 2WD Brushless video for your viewing enjoyment. The Rustler now features the new Traxxas Velineon VX3 brushless power system, to go along with a new metal gear servo and GTR plastic shocks. Watch the video below to see the new Rustler catching massive airtime and absolutely blasting around corners. You [...]
Over at Carisma they have announced the 1/10th scaled Subaru WRC 1997 Night Rally Edition M48S RTR. The Night Rally Edition Subaru is fully licensed and the LED lights are controlled via the remote. Here’s more highlights- * Built for drivers who want to push harder after dark * Iconic 1997 WRC Monte-Carlo livery as driven by Colin McRae * New stronger a-arms * [...]
Announced earlier today by Serpent is the high end 1/10 X26 Touring Car Kit. The new X26 pushes the boundaries of grip, flexibility, and pure speed. Here’s the highlights- * Linear big bore shocks w/ machined pistons * Ball-raced LCG anti-roll bar * Pivot ball suspension * Dual-link upper arms * Ultra-stiff carbon suspension arms * Adjustable front body stop screws * Adjustable front body support * Easy [...]
Recently announced by the good folks at JConcepts is a RC10 Factory Team Fin Titanium Turnbuckle Set. These trick titanium turnbuckles were designed specifically for style, durability, and serious performance. Here’s the highlights- * Original JConcepts design and “Fin” styling * Made from high-grade, machined titanium * Heavy-Duty, 3.5mm thread base * Left- and right-hand threads with conveniently marked left The JConcepts RC10 Factory Team [...]
Over at Team Associated they have announced the 1/10th scaled 2026 RC10 ’91 Stealth Las Vegas Edition Kit. The Las Vegas edition kit is only available to the 2026 Las Vegas Vintage Race participants, thus making it very highly collectable. Here’s the highlights- * CNC metallic gold machined aluminum chassis * Exclusive all black plastics * Exclusive gold hardware (screws and ball studs) * [...]
Well, this is certainly unique. Injora has launched its latest body kit for the Traxxas TRX-4M, and it’s something out of left field (or out of this world). Looking like something used in a lunar landing mission, the Moonbit Nylon Tube Buggy Kit will transform your TRX-4M from a gravity-bound trail truck into an out-of-this-world space explorer, all while keeping you [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a JCI Baja Bruck Pre-Trimmed Crawler Body. The pre-trimmed version of the JCI Baja Bruck makes it easier and faster to install for your convenience. Here’s those highlights- * Pre-trimmed to save you time * Unique blend of two iconic automotive legends into one pickup * Classic rounded styling with aggressive Baja-inspired attitude * Low-profile roofline for improved crawler [...]
Recently announced by FTX RC is the 1/10th scaled B4X 4WD Race Roller. The race roller version of the B4X comes pre-built awaiting your custom paint scheme, electronics, and wheel/tire package. Here’s the highlights- * Shaft-driven 4WD * Front, center, and rear metal geared diffs * Internal steel differential satellite gears * Full rubber-sealed ball bearings throughout * Front and rear CVA universal driveshafts * CNC [...]
Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! A couple weeks back I stopped by a swap meet hosted by my local hobby shop, Mark Twain Hobby Center in St. Charles, Missouri. This wasn’t just a couple folding tables with old junk on them, either. It was a well-organized event where vendors reserved tables and brought everything from vintage R/C kits and [...]
New from Injora are their 1.3" Aluminum Zero Offset Wheels for 1/24 & 1/18 Crawlers. If you want a wheel with a slightly larger diameter and a modern, aggressive design, these wheels should fit the bill nicely. Made of machined aluminum, these 1.3" wheels feature aluminum front and rear faces as well as center barrels/rings. Two color options are available (titanium [...]
