Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! Well, it finally happened—I’ve got a 13” wheelbase JConcepts Reactor on the way. After a couple weeks of going back and forth (and missing the first batch thanks to a bit too much indecision), I was able to get in on the next round. So now the real fun begins. As you might expect, once it [...]
New from Carisma is the 1/14th scaled Mini 4XS RTR Buggy. The Mini 4XS is perfect for the tight confines of indoor racing and comes with a speedy 4500kV brushless motor. Here’s more highlights- * Robust metal gear differential transmission * Accommodates standard size steering servo * Carisma Racing aluminum oil-filled shocks * Oversized rear wing * Reliable 2S 35 amp sensorless ESC * Newly designed [...]
If you own a Redcat Hopping R/C Lowrider and want an even more realistic front suspension setup, you’ll want to check out Jevries‘ new Front Suspension Kit. Designed to improve articulation and appearance, this new kit is made of durable, injection-molded material with POM and aluminum components. This multi-piece suspension kit is available in two plated finishes, chrome and gold, and [...]
Just announced by Maclan Racing is the MDP 160 Flow Edition Drift ESC. The Maclan crew has been putting out high-end ESCs for a long time and their new MDP 160 was designed to help you be a better drifter. Here’s some highlights- * Built for the elite drifter * Optimized for modern rear-mount drift chassis * 90° pre-soldered wires * Pre-installed flow capacitor [...]
New and hot from Team Associated is the 1/10th scaled RC10T84 Team Kit. The extra size and larger tires of the T84 should make it a legitimate beast on rough tracks compared to tenth scaled buggies. Here’s the highlights- * New truck specific gull wing long arm suspension * New truck specific body * 25mm and 31mm length 13mm big-bore shock bodies * TiN [...]
Coming soon from Yikong is the 1/8th scaled DF8 Desert Fighter RTR Short Course Truck. Designed for affordable fun, the 1/8 Desert Fighter comes with a powerful brushless system and a chassis designed for serious off-roading. * 2800kV brushless system * 4S capable ESC * 2.4GHz, 6 channel radio system * Full time shaft driven 4wd * 40kg steering servo * Realistic interior * Wheelbase – [...]
New from Injora is their Aluminum High Clearance Chassis Links (SCX30–02BK) for the Axial SCX30. Designed to offer better clearance and improved durability compared to the stock chassis links, these aluminum upgrades look like a great option for anyone looking to push the performance of their 1/30 crawler to the max. Made from durable, CNC-machined aluminum, these chassis links offer light [...]
New over at PN Racing is a 1/28 CXR Clear On-Road Body. The sleek CXR is a high performance body designed for hardcore racing. Here’s the highlights- * Specifically engineered for the most demanding tracks * Designed to push the limits of speed and agility * Ultra-low center of gravity design * Minimizes body roll and helps keep your car planted on the track * [...]
New from Injora is their first brushless motor offering for the Axial SCX30: The Green Viper (1621). If you want even more power and smoother performance from your 1/30 crawler, this motor is an easy choice to give that type of improved performance. Smaller than their Purple Viper and Gold Viper motors, the Green Viper Brushless Motor is designed specifically for [...]
Announced by Core RC are 7 New Colors to their aerosol paint line-up. The new colors give you a bunch of new livery options for your next custom paint job. Here’s the highlights- * Capable of withstanding the rough and tumble world of rc bashing * Flexible paint designed for use on polycarbonate * Fuel resistant – Perfect for nitro vehicles * Each can [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced new Dragonator Clear Bodies for the Team Associated B7.1 & B84 race buggy kits. The Dragonator bodies were inspired by the early 2000’s dynamo and were designed for serious on-track performance. Here’s the highlights- * Dragonator “D2” design, performance inspired by JConcepts * All-cab concept, maximum arrowed side windows * Power pods with inner hard edge * Decreasing [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are Magma Pre-Mounts for the Maxx & Kagama 4S. The JC Magmas are perfect for bashing, giving tons of forward bite, while also having plenty of grip in the corners. Here’s the highlights- * Pre-mounted on #3477 Shuttle wheels * Horizontal, bridge shaped tread * Grippy, all-purpose, medium compound * Diagonal relief cuts and side-wall receptors * Versatile open cell foam [...]
Just announced by Bittydesign are 3 New 1/10 LMH Bodies. The new bodies include the GR010 based off the Toyota GR010 Hybrid, the GLH-007 which was inspired by the Glickenhaus SCG 007 LMH, and the extreme AMR10 which was designed like the Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH. Here’s the highlights- * Molded from high quality, genuine polycarbonate * Manufactured in Light Weight version * [...]
The FMS FCX18 LC80 might not be a fresh, new rig, but that’s not stopping Injora from giving it a little tlc. If you want to add some style and performance to your 1/18-scale trail-runner, Injora’s Black Brass High Clearance Chassis Link Set looks like a great way to do just that. Made from machined brass, this set of chassis and [...]
The good folks over at JConcepts have announced Cheese Racer Monster Truck Tires. The Cheese Racer monster truck tires are named after Tom Hitchcock, a well-known track owner in central Florida, and are intended for Pro Mod racing, outlaw competition, or performance-oriented bashing. Here’s the highlights- * Race inspired, new concept tread design * Carcass detail replicates hand-cut performance * Overlapping, Waffle style [...]
