The crew at Team Associated has announced the 2026 1/28 and Micro Car International Race. The 1/28 International is being held at the same time and location as Associated’s Vintage Race, which is being held at The Orleans Arena, in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 4th through the 6th. The 1/28 International will likely be the biggest micro scaled race [...]
New from Injora are their +3mm Planet Axles with Brass Steering Knuckles for the Axial SCX30. This axle style is popular in the 1/18- and 1/24-scale crawler scene, and it’s great to see it offered for the popular (and capable) SCX30. Featuring a scale visual exterior, these axles feature aluminum housings with stainless steel U-joint front axles that offer over 46 [...]
New from Traxxas are Speed Slick Tires for their Mini Rally Ford RS200 and the Mini Slash 4×4. These slick racing style tires were designed with 3S brushless power in mind and are perfect for racing friends around the cul-de-sac. Here’s the highlights- * Designed for 3S brushless power * Speed Slick tires help put maximum traction to the pavement * High-grip rubber [...]
Now shipping from RC4WD are Falken Azenis RT615K 1.55″ Scale Tires. These hot looking street tires are fully licensed and perfect for your next on-road truck build. Here’s the highlights- * Molded from RC4WD’s advanced X2S³ rubber compound * Fits 1.55″ wheels * Outer Diameter: 2.85in / 72.4mm * Width: 0.86in / 22.0mm * Inner Diameter: 1.55in / 39.0mm * Each Tire Weighs: 0.98oz / 27.8g The [...]
New over at SkyRC is the high power D8neo Dual Port Battery Charger. Featuring dual outputs that can charge at up to 32 amps, the new D8neo is small in size, but mighty on power. Here’s the highlights- * Case Size: 131x98x46.5mm * Weight: 530g * 2.8″ 240×320 pixel display * Display is adjustable for angle * Input DC Voltage：9-49 * Single Channel Charge Power: 1100W * [...]
Now available from Shark RC is the Lunatic Clear Drag Body. All you hardcore drag racers out there will appreciate the Lunatics classic lines and tough looking stance. Here’s some highlights- * Outlaw version of a 1964 Impala * 10.5″ width in the front, 10.75″ rear width * Length – 27″ * Created for maximum downforce * Elongated nose to reduce frontal lift * Tire humps [...]
Over at ZooRacing they are now teasing a new 1/10 Jackal 190mm Touring Car Body. The Jackal is made for both modified and stock class racing and was designed with a focus on downforce, stability, and overall handling. Here’s some highlights- * Increased aerodynamic efficiency for enhanced cornering & sharp rotation * Rear end designed with an extra large spoiler * Narrow-shaped waist [...]
New from Reef’s RC are 2.2″ Scrub Rock Crawling Tires. The new Scrub crawling tires are designed for serious performance on rock slab surfaces and come in at 5.25″ tall. Here’s more highlights- * “Scrubbed in” performance right out of the bag * Features angled, solid lugs * Thicker sidewalls for added support on vertical climbs & sidehills * Can be run backwards to [...]
Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! There’s been a steady stream of retro releases in the r/c world over the last few years, and for good reason. Nostalgia sells, and a lot of us enjoy revisiting the platforms we grew up with—whether that’s through re-releases, throwback liveries, or modern takes on classic designs. And overall, I think that’s a great thing [...]
New from FMS Model is the 1/10th scaled Ford F-100 2WD RTR Monster Truck Brushless RS. This versatile 2wd monster truck is perfect for backyard bashing with its hot styling and big brushless power system. Here’s the highlights- * Two liveries available – White or black * PC body shell with accurate F-100 “dentside” proportions * Pre-applied decal set * Electroplated grille and bumper [...]
Just announced by Kyosho is a Denso Kobelco SC430 2012 Mini-Z RWD MR-04 Readyset. This micro sized on-road machine is highly scale realistic and designed for serious performance. Here’s the highlights- * Readyset includes fully assembled chassis, body and transmitter * Includes ultra reliable multi-function Syncro KT-531P transmitter * Features the MR-04 chassis, a major evolution from the previous model * High-quality painted body [...]
New from Reedy is a pair of Sonic 900 1/8 “Driver Edition” Competition Brushless Motors. Designed for smooth, linear power, the new Reedy motors can help you win more races. Here’s the highlights- * Updated rotor for a smoother, more linear powerband * Increases top speed and gives improved reliability * Available in both 1900kV and 2100kV versions * CNC machined can integrated heatsink * [...]
New and hot from Team Associated is the 1/10 RC10 Factory Team Kit. The new Factory Team edition RC10 is like a full on works buggy featuring loads of upgrade parts and has been completely modernized from nose to tail. If you take your vintage racing seriously, the Factory Team edition RC10 looks like a great way to win [...]
Over at RC4WD they have announced an updated Gelande II Kit w/ 2015 Land Rover Defender D90 Hard Body Set. Featuring serious scale realism and a highly capable Gelande II chassis, this is a kit for those looking for major fun out on the trail. * Fully licensed by Land Rover * Scale details – Mirrors, door handles, vents and grilles * Doors [...]
New over at L&L Models is a Carbon Fiber Motor Mount for the RC10 Stealth Gearbox. This trick looking carbon fiber motor mount can be used on your vintage RC10 Stealth buggy, or on Kyosho gearboxes that used the Stealth bolt pattern. Here’s some highlights- * High-quality lightweight carbon fiber motor mount * Fits RC10 Stealth gearbox bolt pattern * Perfect for Super [...]
