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Now available from Carisma is an Unassembled Kit Version of their 1/24th GT24B Brushless Buggy. The BigSquidRC Bash Crew used the RTR GT24B for indoor racing/bashing last winter and they worked incredibly well. From having serious brushless power under the hood, to competition style tires and race tuned suspension, the GT24B is a great little buggy for driving indoors during [...]
New over at Hitec Japan is the burly X2 AC Plus V1000 Dual Battery Charger. Not only does the new V1000 pack insane power, but also comes with other cool new features. Check this out- * 1000 watts of power when using DC input power * 35 amp maximum charge rate! * 2.8″ color screen * PC connection software to view charge and [...]
Recently announced by Exotek Racing is a Pro Wheelie Bar Set for the Team Associated DR10M drag car. The Pro Wheelie Bar Set is made from high-end materials and was designed to improve car control during hard launches. Check out these highlights- * Fits DR10M only, not for the DR10 * New version 2 design * Extra long 3mm thick carbon fiber wheelie [...]
Club 5 Racing has released a new scale accessory for the Element RC Ecto. Their Metal Spare Tire Carrier with Tie-down Strap is a great way to add a spare tire and scale detail to this hardcore R/C crawler. With its multi-piece design, this spare tire carrier features metal mounting brackets and a plastic wheel post. A set of fabric straps [...]
New from the good folks over at Powerhobby is an Aluminum 31mm Differential Locker Spool for ARRMA 6S vehicles. This heavy duty aluminum spool eliminates the differential action, thus allowing both (or all) wheels to turn at the same speed. Using a spool is especially useful when doing speed runs, or when driving on extremely loose surfaces like sand, mud, [...]
The new ShrinkRC Build is ready for the trail! Over the last two weeks the Big Squid RC Kentucky HQ has been busy. With rigs ranging from 1/24 scale to 1/6 turning up the dirt all around the Squid Farm, the ShrinkRC Chevy build did not get left behind in the dust.The build was down to the final details and [...]
Over at Bittydesign they have officially dropped their new 1/7 VPR Clear Body For The ARRMA Felony. The new large scale VPR body not only looks incredibly stylish, but was also designed for serious performance while driving. Check out these highlights- * Designed specifically to fit the ARRMA Felony * Also compatible with the ARRMA Infraction & Limitless * Also compatible with the [...]
Making a radio-controlled rig your own, no matter the size is always fun. Whether it’s a new set of tires, wheels, a body, or accessories, there’s no shortage of ways you can make a machine your own. When it comes to smaller-scale R/C trail trucks, the booming aftermarket scene has provided a seemingly endless array of options. One of the [...]
New available for pre-order from Schumacher is the 1/10 ProCat Buggy Kit. Yes indeed, the legendary ProCat is back and should be a class leading buggy for vintage style rc racing. Check out these highlights- * High quality GRP chassis. * Efficient fiber reinforced drive belts * 14 ball, ball differential, invented by Cecil Schumacher in 1978 * Unique alloy coil over, oil filled [...]
Hello gang and Happy Thursday to ya’s! Well, it’s sure been a furious week of releases, hasn’t it? Let’s tackle ’em here, along with some notes about what’s coming in this space over the next couple of weeks. First up, the big announcement of a small truck. After weeks of teasing, the FMS Max Smasher 1/24 Monster Truck was officially unveiled. There [...]
Now shipping from APlastics is a 1/10 Golf Mk2 Clear Body. Sporting a classic look, and sized to fit most 1/10 touring cars, the sporty Golf Mk2 body is ready for racing, or for cul-de-sac bashing. Here are the details- * Molded from durable polycarbonate * Width – 195mm * Wheelbase – 259mm * Includes light buckets * Decal sheet * Window masks are included * Protective [...]
StupidRC Parts has released a new option part for the ARRMA Vendetta; a Heavy Duty Center Brace Bar. Designed to improve the durability of the Vendetta’s chassis and reduce flex, this add-on is simple to install and will have you back to bashing in no time. This center brace is made from CNC-machined 6mm aluminum for higher strength and durability. The [...]
New from Boom Racing is the KUDU Multifunctional Soldering Jig. The KUDU can help make your hardest soldering jobs, easy! Check out these highlights- * Flip-open steel base with V-groove for electric motors * Brushed motors magnetize to the steel base to hold themselves in place * Flexible clamping arms & multiple mounting positions * Strong and sturdy clamping arms which hold the wires [...]
Over at Axial Racing they have just dropped the 1/18 UTB18 Capra Unlimited Trail Buggy RTR. The new Capra brings the ultimate scale trail experience to 1/18th scale. Here are the highlights- * Proven Capra tube chassis design for realistic looks * Fully ready-to-run — everything you need is included in the box * Portal axles to maximize ground clearance * 4-Link suspension geometry [...]
Here is a HUGE new release from Traxxas, the 1/6 XRT 8S RTR Monster Truck. Infused with X-Maxx DNA, the new XRT brings more of a race inspired look to the large scale community. Here is the scoop- * TQi Traxxas Link enabled 2.4GHz radio system * Velineon VXL-8s brushless ESC with Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) * High downforce wing * XRT race wheels * [...]