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Now shipping from JConcepts is an S2 Series Clear Body for the Schumacher Cat L1R race buggy. The S2 series from JConcepts is big on performance, while also sporting a trick look. Here are the highlights- * Original design by JConcepts * Aggressive Silencer 2 styling * Progressive cab design * Channeled roof with center stabilizer * Useable side-pod vents * Comes with two rear wings * [...]
Now shipping from RC4WD is the 1/14th scaled Earth Mover ZW370 Hydraulic Wheel Loader. This beast of an Earth mover features a maximum bucket force of 154 pounds! Here are more highlights- * Made from CNC machined metal parts * Molded steel bucket * 10 channel 2.4Ghz radio system * Optimized steel hydraulic system * Scale operator station that fits driver figure * 137mm model special [...]
New from Kyosho is a Honda S660 Modulo X Mini-Z Readyset. This special collaboration with Honda comes with a display worthy hard plastic body that sits on Kyosho’s easy to drive AWD Mini-Z chassis. Here are the highlights- * Fully licensed by Honda * AWD Mini-Z chassis * 2.4GHz Syncro KT-531P transmitter * Dedicated drift tires * Wheelbase – 94mm * Width – 67mm * Fully assembled [...]
The good folks over at Hitec are now celebrating their 50th Anniversary! For half a century the crew at Hitec has been manufacturing high quality electronics ranging from LEDs in their early days, to high-end servos and drones in recent years. All the staffers here at BigSquidRC would like to congratulate Hitec for all their hard work over the last [...]
Now being teased by Kyosho is the 1/10th scaled Ultima SB Dirt Master 2WD Buggy. This mid-level buggy is for drivers too advanced for entry level products, but don’t need a high-end race machine. Here are some highlights- * Based off the high-end Ultima RB5 race buggy * Fully ball bearing equipped * Low maintenance gear differential * Configured with rear motor layout * Street [...]
The crew over at Custom Works have just dropped a new 1/10 Outlaw 5 Sprint Car Kit. Designed for maximum performance on loose dirt tracks, the Outlaw 5 comes with loads of upgrades over the previous model. Here are the highlights- * Carbon fiber chassis with 1/4″ offset * Carbon rear shock tower with 1/4″ offset * Increased number of battery mounting locations * [...]
Now shipping from Rochobby is the 1/12 The People’s Car RTR in Gray. The folks at Rochobby not only made an impeccably scaled body, but also loaded The People’s Car with next-gen scale accessories. Check out these highlights- * Civilian version of the Beetle * Scale looking Boxer air-cooled engine cover * Engine fan rotates, fan is driven by belt * 2-speed transmission, switchable [...]
Over at Hobao they are now teasing their 1/10th scaled Hyper EX10 2WD Drag Car. The new EX10 is designed for high-end drag performance right out of the box. Check out these highlights- * Carbon fiber chassis * Carbon fiber shock towers * Floating body mounts * Rear sway bar * Mid-mounted motor * Battery located in center of chassis As we await more details, you can [...]
New from JConcepts are Top Hat Titanium Screw Sets for the Team Associated B6.4 and B6.4D race buggies. These high-end titanium screw kits are super light, super trick, as well as quite strong. Here are the highlights- * Original JConcepts design * Screws made from high quality titanium * Top Hat head design * Sets are available with burnt blue or stealth black anodizing * [...]
The news out of RPM today is all about their new Front Bumper and Skid Plate for the mighty Traxxas Sledge monster truck. Made from RPM’s ridiculously tough plastic, the new bumper and skid plate are perfect for helping to protect your Sledge. Here are the highlights- * Longer and wider skid plate * Front bumper width is 6-3/4″ (171.5mm) * Replaces stock [...]
New from Losi is the 1/16th scaled 1970 Chevelle 2WD Mini RTR Drag Car. This hot little Chevelle is an easy, low cost way of getting into competitive drag racing. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed 1970 Chevy Chevelle body * Plastic molded body details with LED head and tail lights * 6000kV 2-in-1 brushless power system * Based off the proven Mini [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are Dirt-Tech LP 2.2″ Stadium Truck Foam Inserts. The new stadium truck tire inserts are a hard density closed cell foam to maximize performance on high bite surfaces. Check out these highlights- * Firm feel * Increased durability, reusable * Low profile sizing * Made to fit JC’s #4049 Smoothie 2 tires * Precisely contoured * Black in color for easy identification The [...]
For all you hardcore micro drifters out there, BM Racing has announced a new 1/24th scaled BMR-X Pro RWD Drift Chassis. The BMR-X Pro is made from high-end materials and was engineered from the ground up for maximum drift performance. Here are more highlights- * Simpler structural design with more adjustable parts * 90% of parts are made from carbon fiber and [...]
As we are right now in the middle of carpet indoor race season, Mon-Tech Racing has dropped a new 1/12 M22 Clear Pan Car Body. The M22 fits most standard 1/12th pan cars and will be available in regular or lightweight versions. The M22 sports a low, lean look and was designed to increase turning and stability. The Mon-Tech Racing M22 [...]
New from JConcepts is Body Shell Masking Tape. The new masking tape was designed to give your next paint job crisp lines and will be available in two different widths. Here are the highlights- * High quality tape designed for good adhesion & crisp lines * Easy to identify orange colors * Two width options – 12 and 24mm * #5014 – 24mm x [...]