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New over at ARRMA is the 1/8 MOJAVE BLX 4S Desert Truck RTR. The latest version of the Mojave comes with a 4S power system and a choice of two colors. Here are more highlights- * Scale desert truck body with two color options * 4S LiPo-capable Spektrum brushless power system * Rugged center diff — new to the 4S BLX 4X4 platform * [...]
Redcat’s busy 2023 continues with the release of three new R/C items. You read that right. Three. New. Items. Whether you’re a fan of on-road R/C, crawling, or you’re an admirer of scale realism, each of these releases should have something worth checking out. For pure crawling fanatics, Redcat’s 1/10 Everest Ascent LCG Rock Crawler aims to offer superb performance in [...]
After a few weeks of teasing, FMS Model has announced the 1/18 FCX18 LC80 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 RTR. The new FCX18 series from FMS was designed for incredible scale realism, with affordable pricing. Check out these highlights- * Fully licensed by Toyota * All new FCX18 series 4wd chassis * Two speed transmission * Softer crawling grade tires * Eye catching smart lighting * Long [...]
New over at ARRMA is the affordable 1/10 GORGON 4X2 MEGA 550 Monster Truck. The new GORGON makes it easy to get into monster trucking with an easy to drive and scale looking rig. Check out these highlights- * Available as a RTR or RTR with battery & charger * Also available as a Ready-To-Assemble Kit with battery & charger * Fast and [...]
New from Element RC is the 1/10 Enduro Zuul RTR Trail Truck. The Zuul is aimed at the serious rc rock crawler and is packed with all sorts of great features. Here are the highlights- * Retro inspired styling * Gatekeeper Suspension package * Rear anti-roll bar for a more stable and consistent ride * Adjustable aluminum track bar * Shock mount inserts with multiple [...]
The Element RC Enduro Bushido Trail Truck is now available in Green. It’s no secret that I’m an 80’s nostalgia nut. And by the looks of it, so is Element RC. We missed our first chance at the Bushido when it came out, but not this time! So, lets jump in a see what this little green truck has to [...]
Just announced by Element RC is the 1/10 Enduro Bushido Trail Truck RTR in Green. This edition of the Bushido comes with a new 1-piece body and comes with a sweet looking green paint scheme. Here are the highlights- * New Bushido 1-piece thermoformed body * New officially licensed KC HiLite light pods * Clear windows and molded grill * Replaceable headlight lenses * Adjustable [...]
Hot off the molds at Traxxas is the 1/18 High Trail TRX-4M Chevrolet K10. That’s right folks, the TRX crew has given the mighty TRX-4M the High Trail treatment to make this one of the most highly capable small scalers on the market. Check out these highlights- * Comes with long arm lift kit for 35% more center ground clearance * Detailed [...]
Here ya go rally race fans, CEN Racing has dropped their new 1/8 2023 M-Sport Ford Puma Rally RTR. With incredible scale looks and a beefy 4wd drivetrain, the new CEN is posed to be a genuine winner in the marketplace. Even better, with me supporting Red Bull before the product even came to America, the CEN is one of [...]
New from Team Associated is the 1/10 Apex2 Sport Datsun 620 RTR. The Datsun 620 is a 1970s Japanese classic that comes on AE’s budget friendly Apex2 Sport 4wd chassis. Check out these highlights- * Highly-detailed and fun-to-drive Ready-to-Run * Front and rear independent suspension with coil-over shocks * Datsun 620 body is a flexible blank canvas for custom builds * Single-piece polycarbonate body * [...]
Shipping right now from FMS Model is the 1/10 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 RS. This next generation scale crawler comes with a nicely scaled hardbody to go along with all next generation scale bits. Here are the highlights- * Hood, doors, and tailgate open * Steering wheel moves with steering * Foldable rear seats * Injection molded ABS hardbody * Working door latches on doors * [...]
RC4WD has just dropped the scale Mic with the release of the new Trail Finder 2 LWB Chevrolet Scottsdale body set! Ever since the RC4WD Blazer body set came out, it has been a very popular body for scale builders. I myself have built 4 of them, and plan on a few more down the road. Turning the Blazer into [...]
Now shipping from FMS Model is the 1/12th scaled Land Rover Series II RTR. This fully licensed and impeccably scaled Land Rover is loaded with next generation scale features. Here are the highlights- * Two speed transmission * Full bearing set * Rugged 4wd drivetrain * Realistic leaf spring suspension * Full scale interior * Full lighting system * Hood, doors, and tailgate open * Windshield folds down * [...]
Over at AMain they have announced that they have acquired HobbyTown. AMain has been handling some of Hobbytown’s web business for several years and now they have announced they have acquired the company. Here is the press release- “AMain Hobbies is announcing an agreement in principle to the acquisition of HobbyTown, the largest hobby, specialty toy/game, and STEM retail chain in [...]
Slated to start shipping the first week of August is the Traxxas 1/10 Ford Raptor R RTR. The new Raptor R comes with Pro Scale performance and a highly detailed Raptor R body. With a heavy duty 4wd drivetrain and massive Velineon brushless power, the new Raptor R is more than ready for backyard fun. Here are the highlights- * Superb [...]
