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New from Reedy is a Zappers SG6 2S 7200mAh 135C Long-Shorty lithium battery for 8th scaled vehicles. This special sizing is perfect for race applications, plus this pack is HV, meaning it can be charged to a higher voltage than a normal LiPO. Here are the highlights- * Long-shorty sizing intended for 1/8 electric buggy & truggy * Nominal voltage of 3.8V [...]
Over at EXO RC they have announced a Carbon Fiber Chassis Conversion Kit for the vintage Kyosho Optima Series. The EXO RC upgrade chassis is made from high quality carbon fiber and starts shipping next week. While we don’t have much information on it, the chassis conversion sure looks hot in the pictures! As we await more details, you can [...]
New from Mon-Tech Racing is a 1/12th scaled CV-Series LMH Clear Body. Mon-Tech is coming on hard in 2025 and has announced a new CV-Series body for your 12 scaler that features hot LMH styling. Check out these highlights – * Aggressive design with maximum attention to detail & performance * Compatible with all 1/12 pan cars * Styled after the latest generation [...]
New from JConcepts are Radial NMB Bearing Sets for the XRay XB2 and XB4 race buggies. These high quality bearings are perfect for replacements, or for doing complete rebuilds. Radial NMB 28 Piece Bearing Set XRay XB2 * Direct fit for the 2024/2025 XRay XB2 * NMB quality and construction * Stainless steel material * Precise tolerances * Part Number – #5254 * Street Price – $68 Radial [...]
Coming later this year from 3Racing is the 1/10th scaled Cero Ultra FWD Version 2.0. The folks at 3Racing are very serious about racing and their new Cero Ultra FWD 2.0 is designed from the ground up for extreme performance. Here are the highlights- * Will also be available in an “R” racing version * New multi-link geometry with two front and [...]
Over at Cross RC they have released a new video for their 1/6 EMO XX Stegosaurus. The Cross Stegosaurus now has a new name and is a huge rc machine sporting a wheelbase of just over 20 inches and a width of over 14 inches. Watch the video below to see just how gnarly this monster is when going off-roading. [...]
Over at WIRC Professional RC Cars they are now teasing 1/8th scaled SBX4 & SBX4E Buggy Kits. The SBX4 will be available in nitro or electric form and has been highly revised from the previous version. WIRC kits are made from high quality materials in Italy and we can’t wait for full details on the SBX4/SBX4E in the coming days. You [...]
Driving an R/C trail truck can be a great way to get a little fresh air, some exercise, and enjoy the hobby. Tracking and sharing your next tiny truck adventure just became easier (and more exciting) thanks to the Scaletra app. While there are a variety of apps that will help you find a great place to drive your R/C rigs, [...]
Recently uploaded by Team Associated is a Masami Hirosaka and the Team Associated TC8 Video. The all new TC8 from Team Associated is taking the on-road world by storm with its high-end engineering and refined driveline. Watch the video below to see the legendary Masami talk about the new features on the TC8 and how he thinks the car will [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the 1/16 German Federal Army Main Battle Tank Leopard 2 A7V Full Operation Set with Radio. This classic German tank comes with an easy to use 4 channel radio system that is perfect for a tank like the Leopard. The team at Tamiya also did an incredible job making the Leopard look as scale [...]
New from Pandora RC is the hot looking 1/10 HCR32 Skyline BN-Sports 4 Door Clear Body. This classic Skyline is sized to fit most 1/10 touring and drift cars. Check out these highlights- * 1/10 clear unpainted polycarbonate body * Width – 197mm * Wheelbase – 258 – 262mm * Includes decal sheet * Window masking included * Polycarbonate bumpers front & rear * Polycarbonate light parts [...]
The good folks at Core RC have released details on their upcoming Pace 100RM 1S Mini Brushless Competition ESC. The Pace 100RM is designed for use in 1S applications such as 1/12th pan car racing. Check out these highlights- * Perfect for 1S classes like LMP12 and GT12 * Ultra Small Size – 31.5 x 25 x 16mm * Fully programmable with Bluetooth [...]
Greetings all and Happy Friday, welcome to (a particularly cheerful) The Backyard! For those that follow the hobby industry, this week had some grim news – Horizon Hobby cancelled this year’s Horizon Hobby RC Fest, which was to be held June 6 and 7 near their hometown of Champaign, IL (Monticello, IL was the actual event site), was cancelled for budgetary [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the return of the 1/10 The Bigwig 2017. Back in 2017 Tamiya revised the classic The Bigwig with updates and now it is being re-released for your bashing pleasure. Here are the highlights – * Originally released in 1986 * Slimline body designed by famed Japanese designer Takuya Yura * Updated livery retains the original Bigwig vibe * [...]
New from Reedy is the 1/8 RS4008A Hi-Speed HV Digital Competition Servo. The RS4008A was designed for 8th scaled buggy and truggy racing, but can also be used in 10th scaled racers and rock crawlers. Check out these highlights – * Pinnacle of Reedy’s servo technology * Combines unparalleled performance with durability * Powerful brushless motor * Advanced microprocessor * Durable steel gearset * CNC machined, [...]