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New and hot from Hitec is the DB778WP Brushless, Ultra Torque, Low Profile, Waterproof Servo. The 778WP is a low profile servo sized for the tight confines of a 1/10 buggy or on-road car. Check out these highlights- * Manufactured with “Hitecnology” industrial servo innovation * Premium-quality construction, built for demanding commercial applications * Perfect for 1/10th 2WD & 4WD off-road buggies and [...]
Over at JConcepts they have just dropped new Smoothies Short Course Truck Tires. The new Smoothies are sized to fit a standard SCT wheel and were designed to help you break track records. Here are the highlights- * Original JConcepts design * Standard short course truck 3.0” x 2.2” bead size * Carefully shaped carcass for increased rolling speed * Includes SCT Dirt-Tech (gray) [...]
Coming soon from Duratrax is a Clip-Lock Wheel Face System for 5.7″ Ripper wheels. The new wheel face system makes it easy to change the color of your wheels for a fresh new look. Check out these highlights- * Easy way to give your wheels a personalized look * Three colors – Mirror chrome, black chrome, or red chrome * No tools required [...]
Now available for pre-order from Duratrax are 1/5 Warthog 5.7″ Pre-Mounted Monster Truck Tires. These beastly pre-mounts are sized to fit trucks like the Traxxas X-Maxx and ARRMA 8S Kraton. Here are the highlights- * All terrain tires ready for dirt, grass, gravel, or pavement * Pre-mounted on black Ripper wheels with removable hex * Ripper wheels are compatible with the Duratrax Clip-Lock [...]
It’s been a minute since we’ve heard from Duratrax but they are back with new Fossil 1.9″ Rock Crawler Tires. The Fossil crawling tires will be available as just tires, or pre-mounted, and feature a great scale look. Here are the highlights- * Open tread block design that clears easily * Aggressive sidewall design for improved side-hilling * Open-cell foam inserts are included * [...]
Over at Kyosho they have posted a new promotional video for their 1957 Chevy Bel Air Coupe Readyset. The Kyosho Bel Air Coupe is a beautiful looking car that was meticulously scaled down from the 1:1 original. Watch below to not only see the Bel Air Coupe cruising around the beach, but to also learn more about what it packs [...]
New from SWORKz is the 1/10 S14-4C 4WD Pro Carpet Buggy Kit. Designed for high traction tracks like carpet, the S14-4C is ready to help you win at even the highest levels of competition. Check out these highlights- * Designed for optimized corner speeds & easy handling on carpet * New gear box with adjustable differential system * T7075 hard anodized and lightened [...]
Now available from Carisma is the Prairie Wolf SCA-1E Clear Body Set. The Prairie Wolf is a nicely scaled van body that is perfect for a 70s or 80s style build. Here are more highlights- * Made for rigs with a 324mm wheelbase * LED-ready grill * Robust wing mirrors * Rear panel roof access ladder * Made from a thick, vacuum formed Lexan * Retro [...]
Coming soon from new company Corsatec is the CTX-10RS Brushless ESC. Made for use in 1/10th scaled on or off-road vehicles, the CTX-10RS is filled with performance. Check out these highlights- * Ultra-small footprint * 2S LiPo maximum input voltage * Lightweight aluminum case and fan * Can be programmed remotely via the Corsatec app * Designed for low operating temperatures * Low center of gravity [...]
Over at Kyosho they have just released a new promotional video for their upcoming Inferno MP10e TKI2 Buggy Kit. The Inferno MP10e TKI2 was designed for hardcore racing, but of course can also be used for some 8th scale bashing action. Watch below to see the new Inferno in action around an outdoor off-road track. From tagging jumps wide open, [...]
The crew over at Hitec have announced that they have signed David Ronnefalk to their factory team. Ronnefalk has long been one of the top race drivers in our hobby and is perhaps best known for his World Championship win in 2016. Here is the official press release- “Hitec is thrilled to announce the addition of David Ronnefalk as our Flagship [...]
Have you been looking for a new 10th scale buggy for backyard bashing? If so, have a look at the recently introduced Kyosho Dirt Master. When first announced a couple of weeks ago, the Dirt Master got a large response on our social media. The Dirt Master seems to have a great blend of an old school body, which is [...]
New from JConcepts are Landmines and Tusk Tires for the Axial Racing SCX6. Both the Tusks and Landmines have proven themselves to be extremely capable while off-roading and soon you will be able to get them for your mighty SCX6. Also, both styles will be available just as tires, or conveniently pre-mounted. Here are more highlights- Landmines 2.9” Tires * Robust carcass, [...]
New from Traxxas is a Fox Factory Slash VXL Desert Run Video. If you are looking for a video to get pumped up for serious bashing, just have a look below! The new Traxxas video does a great job of showing off just how fun the Traxxas Fox Factory Slash VXL short course truck can be to bash with. From [...]
Hitting hobby shops later this month from Kyosho is the Inferno MP9 Mini-Z Buggy Readyset. This mini sized Readyset is designed for performance and can be driven just about anywhere, indoors or out. Check out these highlights- * Durable 4wd system with slipper clutch * Syncro KT-531P FHSS 2.4GHz radio system * Fully pre-assembled, just add AA batteries * Printed polycarbonate body * Optional gyro [...]