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Redcat has unveiled its newest performance-focused crawler line, the Vertex-10. With four options in the product lineup, the first two appear to be geared toward R/C crawling enthusiasts seeking a solid performer with trail-truck DNA. The Vertex-10W is offered as an RTR and as a pre-built slider kit, both with a clear focus on performance and precision. The Vertex-10W sports an [...]
Recently announced by Traxxas are a new TRX-4 Ford F-150 & TRX-4 Chevy K10 in RTR form. Both trucks have portal axles for increased ground clearance, to go along with chrome trim and other scale realistic features. Here’s the highlights- * Traxxas portal axles * Sticky 1.9″ Canyon Trail tires * Detailed clipless body * Designed for increased climbing versatility * Top-of-the-line trim * Chrome trim [...]
Here we go folks, here’s our review of the Rlaarlo 1/8 Dragon Scale Knight 4WD Brushless RTR. Rlaarlo has made a huge splash in the American RC market in recent years. Their rock crawlers, as well as other products, have proven to be not only good looking, but also very reliable. Their latest release, the 8th scale DSK RTR buggy, [...]
For all you vintage fans out there, Team Associated has announced the 1/10 RC10 Retro 80’s Ultra Fox Kit. The Ultra Fox sports a legendary front end like the Tamiya Fox, but is a fully modernized buggy ready for today’s batteries and power systems. Here’s the highlights- * Legendary mono-shock front suspension * Signature gold anodized aluminum shocks * New molded side guards * [...]
Here ya go vintage stadium truck fans, Team Associated has announced the 1/10 RC10T Factory Team Kit. The RC10T is a legend in stadium truck racing and soon you’ll be able to pick up a brand new one. The return of RC10T brings a plethora of upgrades, bringing this legend into the modern age. Here’s the highlights- * New Factory carbon [...]
Recently announced over at CEN Racing is the 1/10 Reeper SC 4WD Brushless RTR. This four wheel drive short course truck is designed for extreme performance, with serious durability. Check out these highlights- * Includes two decal sheets * Full matte black body color * Driver & navigator models installed * Full size spare tire included * Beast SL G2 80A ESC * Powerful 3660 4000Kv [...]
The good folks over at Tamiya have uploaded a Life-size Lunch Box EVO 1/1 Scale Real Vehicle Version! video. That’s right, Tamiya had a full scale Lunch Box EVO on display at the 64th Annual Shizuoka Hobby Show that was totally dropping jaws. The 1/12th scaled version has gotten thousands of people into our hobby over the years and the [...]
The folks over at Rlaarlo have released full details on their enormous 1/7 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U4000. Fully licensed and loaded with scale realistic features, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog U4000 is sure to turn heads while out on the trail. The mighty 1/7 Rlaarlo Unimog comes in both brushed and brushless forms, but what really blows us away is its additional ad-on [...]
New and hot from FMS Model is the 1/18th scaled FCX18S GMC Sierra S Brushless RTR. Ever since entering the off-road rc market, FMS has been crushing it, and their new GMC Sierra is not only absolutely gorgeous, but also designed for serious off-road prowess. Here’s the highlights- * Realistic engine compartment * Hood and tailgate that open * Crisp body lines and [...]
For all you bashers out there, Team Associated has announced Rival MT10 Factory Team and Classic Kits. Both of these monster truck bash machines were designed for serious fun and come loaded with durability and performance. Check out these highlights- * Clear body with new livery decal sheet * CVA driveshafts front and rear * Gold anodized aluminum parts throughout * Factory Team aluminum [...]
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 [...]
Just announced by Team Associated is the 1/10 RC10 Retro 80’s Ultra Champ Kit. The Ultra Champ features unmistakable 80’s styling and comes with old school aluminum trailing arm rear suspension. Here’s more highlights- * 80’s retro themed RC10 Classic * New forged aluminum rear trailing suspension arms * New molded side guards * New molded front bumper * New CNC rear arm mounts with [...]
We’ve reviewed a lot of different brands over the years, but we had never reviewed a truck from MJX before. In recent years, MJX is making a big push on the rc scene, offering big fun and performance, at affordable prices. With our primary readers being bashers, their products fit well for our type of people, so we got in [...]
New over at Team Associated is the 1/10th scaled RC10DS w/Rally Body Kit. Featuring a vintage tub style chassis and classic rally look, the RC10DS w/Rally Body Kit looks like loads of fun for parking lot racing or bashing. Here’s some highlights- * Molded composite rear shock tower * Stealth transmission with A.T.C. slipper * Molded ultra-stiff composite suspension arms * Adjustable rear toe [...]
New and hot from Team Associated is the 1/24th scaled RC10 Model 24 Classic Kit. Associated has perfectly scaled down their classic RC10 to give the micro world a modern taste of vintage buggy. Check out these highlights- * Authentic hobby-grade 1/24 replica of the original RC10 Classic buggy * Gold anodized laser etched aluminum monocoque tub chassis * Hardened steel outdrives [...]
