Over at FTX RC they have announced the 1/10 RamRaider 3S 4WD RTR Monster Truck. The RamRaider was designed for serious backyard fun and comes with full time 4wd to go along with its powerful brushless power system. Check out these highlights- * Hobbywing 3S 50A brushless ESC and 2500kV brushless motor * Durable Rokatan chassis * Includes Voltz 3S 3500mAh Lipo battery * [...]
Coming soon from Destiny Racing is the 1/12 DTY-12 Pan Car Kit. The upcoming DTY-12 pan car kit was designed and developed by ZEN Racing and is loaded with trick carbon fiber goodies for high-end racing performance. The DTY-12 received a bunch of changes from the old model to help lower the center of gravity and to improve lap times. As [...]
Shipping later this month from Element RC is the 1/10th scaled Enduro Bushido RTR Trail Truck. The Bushido sports a short wheelbase chassis and a highly scale realistic body for your off-road adventures. Here are the highlights- * Modeled after the small 1980s 4×4 kei car designs out of Japan * Pre-painted single-piece polycarbonate body with clear windows * Highly detailed decal [...]
If your go-to R/C basher is a Losi DBXLE 2.0 and your hobby-time fun leads to excessive road rash, Fullforce RC has a new product that should help you out. Their 3D-printed (ABS) Roof Rails will help protect the roof of your radio-controlled ride. When mounted to the roof of the DBXLE 2.0, these roof rails will add a layer of [...]
Over at Axial Racing they have just dropped a special 1/10 Pro-Line 40th Anniversary Limited Edition 1982 Chevy K-10 SCX10 III RTR. With uniquely numbered motor plates, high-performance upgrades, and limited edition decals, this rig is sure to be a hit among collectors. Here are the highlights- * Only 1,982 will ever be produced * Celebrates Pro-Line Racing’s 40th anniversary * Big Bore [...]
New over at Kraken RC is the 1/5 VESLA.5 in Brushless or Gasoline Versions. This very trick Class 1 looking rig comes with high performance suspension and was designed for serious durability. Check out these highlights- * Fully interchangeable from Gas to Electric * Electric comes with 200A ESC & 780kV brushless motor * Gasoline comes with new 32cc 2 stroke engine * New [...]
Recently announced by Exotek Racing is a Tire Sander Arbor Set. The new tire arbor fits wheels with hexes ranging from 10 to 14mm and can be used to help sand and break in tires. Here are the highlights- * Universal type tire sander arbor set * Can be used on multiple styles of arbor or sander systems * Arbor made from machined [...]
That’s right folks, the HPI Racing Baja 5B Buggy Kit is back! The crew at HPI has announced that they will be releasing two versions of their large scale legend Baja 5B. Here are the highlights- * Part of HPI’s SBK collection of Self Build Kits * Both come in kit form * Nearly 32″ long * Weighs over 20lbs * Extra-tough drivetrain parts with [...]
Just announced by JConcepts are new Summit Racing and Angels Bigfoot 4×4 Bodies. The crew at JConcepts has teamed up with the folks at BIGFOOT 4×4 to offer officially licensed decal sets that go along with their branded body shells. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Body comes clear * Body measures 7.50” in width * 12-13” semi-adjustable wheelbase * Fits [...]
The crew at 3 Brothers RC has released details on a new, high-powered servo that’s sure to turn heads (and wheels). The G13 PRO Direct-Power Servo packs performance and style into a budget-friendly package that should be great for just about any type of surface R/C machine. A sibling to the 3BRC G13, this amped-up PRO model features a brushless motor [...]
Now available from Powerhobby is a very trick Aluminum Front Chassis Brace. The new brace fits ARRMA’s 6S BLX off-road line-up and is CNC machined from a high quality aluminum. Much stronger than plastic, the aluminum chassis brace is made for hardcore use and comes anodized in black for a modern look. Powerhobby Aluminum Front Chassis Brace Fits- ARRMA Kraton 6S BLX ARRMA [...]
Now being teased by Max Speed Technology is the 1/10th scaled MRX GT RWD Drift Kit. The MRX platform places the motor in a high, but centralized, position on the chassis for optimal RWD drift performance. The MRX GT comes loaded with carbon fiber goodies and is slated to start shipping November 1st. As we await more details, you can smash [...]
Team Associated has announced DR10M Differential Rebuild Parts. When no-prep drag racing, the rear differential certainly takes a beating. The new rebuild parts from Associated can keep your diff in tip-top shape. Team Associated DR10M Differential Rebuild Parts * #72110 – DR10M Gear Differential Rebuild Set – $15 * #72111 – DR10M Differential Gasket and O-Rings – $4 The Team Associated DR10M Differential [...]
G’day mates! The one thing that keeps me attached to this hobby of ours, toy cars, is all the many aspects of it. Last week’s column was dedicated to electronics, something I am slowly getting more and more comfortable with, today’s topic will be painting. I have now come to the point where I cannot immediately say how many lexan bodies [...]
Now being teased by Kyosho is a 1/10th scaled Datsun 240Z Tuned Version Fazer Mk2. This classic Japanese road car has a highly detailed body that sits on Kyosho’s easy to drive Fazer Mk2 4wd chassis. While the 4wd isn’t scale, its body looks fantastic with several plastic scale accessories like side mirrors and windshield wipers. We will post more details [...]
