New from XRay is the 2026 edition of their 1/8 XB8E Electric Race Buggy Kit. The XRay XB8E has won races all around the globe and has received numerous updates for the new model year. Here’s the highlights- * Redesigned motor mount with increased stiffness * New chassis plate that lowers the battery pack * Updated rear brace holder moves batteries closer to [...]
Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! The recently updated Traxxas Stampede is actually what got me thinking about this week’s topic. Traxxas quietly refreshed the truck with proper chevron monster truck tires — and not just any chevrons, but ones that actually look like scaled-down versions of full-size monster truck rubber. Tall sidewalls. Aggressive V-pattern tread. Proper proportions. It finally [...]
New from Exotek are some really trick Titanium Nose Brace Tubes for the Team Associated RC10 Classic. These lightweight nose tubes are also quite strong and are an easy bolt-on upgrade for your vintage racer. Here’s the highlights- * Heavy duty design * Made from lightweight titanium * Fits – Associated RC10 Classic series alloy tub chassis * Glossy black coating for a factory [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled Lunch Box Evo. The latest edition of the Lunch Box comes with updates to make it even more fun than before. Here’s the highlights- * Front double wishbone suspension * Rear 3-link rigid axle suspension * 115mm chevron style tires * Durable styrene plastic body * Wheelbase – 217mm * Width – 295mm * Width & wheelbase are 10mm [...]
Over at Tamiya they are re-releasing their 1/10 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT. The Ford Ranger was first released back in 1981, but is now back with revisions to make it look more scale realistic. Here’s the highlights- * New molded side mirrors, wipers, & headlights * Molded front grill and bumper guards * Front stealth body mount * Wheelbase – 250mm * Width – 215mm * [...]
Over at Tamiya they are getting ready to drop a 1/10 BMW M4 GT3 EVO Kit. This hot looking BMW is fully licensed and has been beautifully scaled down from the original. Here’s some highlights- * Replica of BMW M4 GT3 EVO as raced in 2025 FIA WEC * All-new 1mm thick polycarbonate body * Separate polycarbonate front and rear light cases * Fun [...]
Coming soon from MST is the 1/10 RMX 4 GT Competition-Level RWD Drift Car Kit. This high-end rwd drift car is loaded with features and is made from high quality materials. Here’s the highlights- * All-new generation RMX 4 GT * Lightweight design * Quick to adjust and easy to maintain * Newly developed steering system and redesigned suspension * Adjustable Wheelbase: 257mm (+3mm / [...]
New and hot from Team Associated is the 1/24th scaled RC10 Model 24 Classic Kit. Associated has perfectly scaled down their classic RC10 to give the micro world a modern taste of vintage buggy. Check out these highlights- * Authentic hobby-grade 1/24 replica of the original RC10 Classic buggy * Gold anodized laser etched aluminum monocoque tub chassis * Hardened steel outdrives [...]
New from Team Saxo Racing is the 1/10th scaled Mini F1 Car Kit. Perfect for use on smaller tracks, or as a second class for more track time, the Team Saxo Mini F1 is designed for serious performance. Here’s some highlights- * Wheelbase – 210mm * Includes front and rear wings * Carbon fiber chassis and top deck * Aluminum rear shock * Aluminum [...]
Over at Yokomo they have announced the 1/10th scaled Super Dog Fighter Works 91 Team Spec. This high-end 4wd vintage race machine comes with numerous luxury upgrades to improve performance out on the track. The Team Spec includes things like graphite shock towers and chassis, as well as longer rear shocks and modified inner suspension pin mounts. You can hit up [...]
New from Traxxas is a Mini Slash 4X4 Dirt Bash! promotional video. The Traxxas Mini Slash 4×4 is a bashing favorite with its high performance chassis and powerful brushless motor. Watch below to see the Mini Slash 4×4 hitting mud holes, hucking big jumps, and taking hard hits without any breakage. You can use this link to get full details on [...]
Over at Futaba they are now teasing a new S-CD500 KS Knuckle Steering Servo. The Futaba knuckle steering servo allows for an extreme range of motion with precision control, something that is perfect for drift and competition crawling. When installed, the entire servo, along with the wheel, turns in unison, even to extreme angles. As we await more details, you can [...]
New over at Yikong is the 1/7th scaled YT7 and YT7 Pro Battleman RTR Truggy. Designed for serious off-road bashing, the YT7 Battelman comes in regular or Pro versions, both of which sporting big brushless power and long travel suspension. Here’s more highlights- * 3-layer CNC machined aluminum chassis * Dual battery layout * Reinforced suspension * Powered by 4585 or 4985 brushless motors * [...]
Just announced by Reedy is the Blackbox 300R Competition Micro ESC. Designed for use in 1/28th micro racing, this competition level ESC is highly adjustable and has a small footprint to fit into small spaces. Here’s the highlights- * CNC machined black aluminum case * Compact, lightweight design * Fully adjustable brake, throttle, power, and safety functions * Precision throttle and brake control * On-board [...]
Over at Reedy they have released details on a pair of new Low-Profile Competition HD Brushless Servos. New are the RS1606HD and RT2007HD, both of which come with steel gears to improve durability. Here’s more details- * CNC machined full aluminum case * Powerful brushless motor * Waterproof construction * Dual ball bearings * High-voltage capable to 8.4 volts DC * RT2007HD – Speed (sec/60°) – [...]
