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It’s been a hot minute since we’ve done a post on LRP, in fact, about 7 whole years! Back in day, LRP was known for winning world championships with their speed controllers and brushed motors. Since then, they’ve gone through some tough times, but are pushing their way back towards the top. As the vintage racing world gets hotter and hotter, [...]
Over at APlastics they have announced the re-release of their 1/10th scaled Forester SG5 Clear Body. For the re-release APlastics updated and added even more detailing into the mold to increase scale realism. Here are the highlights- * Now fully updated with even more details * Refreshed version is perfect for your next scale project * Molded from clear Lexan * Overspray protective film * [...]
H-Tech has released its second complete body panel upgrade set for the Vanquish H10 Optic. This all-aluminium V2 body panel set features a new design that borrows some of its styling cues from classic Land Cruisers. Made of durable, CNC-machined aluminum, this body panel set is a direct replacement for the H10 Optic’s stock body panels. The body panel set includes [...]
The folks over at XRay have just released full details on the 2026 edition of their 1/8 2RX8 Nitro Onroad Car Kit. The RX8 is about as high-end as they come and is capable of winning, even at the world championship level. Here are the highlights – * All-new chassis design features new flex characteristics & lowered CG * Lightened rear solid [...]
Over at Max Speed Technology they have announced the entry level 1/10 FRX S PRO FR Drift Car Kit. The FRX S PRO comes with a realistic front mounted motor to go along with its rear wheel drive. This realistic layout gives the new MST a more lifelike driving experience for all you hardcore drifters out there. Here are some [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled Pandem GRA90 Supra RWD Drift Car RTR. This entry level RTR is a great way for new drivers to get their feet wet in the RWD drift scene. Here are the highlights – * Recommended for first time drivers * Pre-built and painted RTR * Based on the latest model RD2.0 * 2.4GHz digital transceiver * 27-turn [...]
Just announced by Kyosho is the 1/10th scaled Toyota 86 GT Tuned Ver. Fazer D2 Drift Readyset. The tuned Toyota 86 GT comes on Kyosho’s new Fazer D2 RWD drift chassis and sports a very scale realistic body. Here are the highlights- * Meticulously finished ‘Ultra Scale Body’ * Realistic bumpers & mirrors * Includes light buckets * Fully assembled and painted * Newly designed [...]
New from Reedy is a Zappers SG6 2S 7200mAh 135C Long-Shorty lithium battery for 8th scaled vehicles. This special sizing is perfect for race applications, plus this pack is HV, meaning it can be charged to a higher voltage than a normal LiPO. Here are the highlights- * Long-shorty sizing intended for 1/8 electric buggy & truggy * Nominal voltage of 3.8V [...]
Over at EXO RC they have announced a Carbon Fiber Chassis Conversion Kit for the vintage Kyosho Optima Series. The EXO RC upgrade chassis is made from high quality carbon fiber and starts shipping next week. While we don’t have much information on it, the chassis conversion sure looks hot in the pictures! As we await more details, you can [...]
New from Mon-Tech Racing is a 1/12th scaled CV-Series LMH Clear Body. Mon-Tech is coming on hard in 2025 and has announced a new CV-Series body for your 12 scaler that features hot LMH styling. Check out these highlights – * Aggressive design with maximum attention to detail & performance * Compatible with all 1/12 pan cars * Styled after the latest generation [...]
New from JConcepts are Radial NMB Bearing Sets for the XRay XB2 and XB4 race buggies. These high quality bearings are perfect for replacements, or for doing complete rebuilds. Radial NMB 28 Piece Bearing Set XRay XB2 * Direct fit for the 2024/2025 XRay XB2 * NMB quality and construction * Stainless steel material * Precise tolerances * Part Number – #5254 * Street Price – $68 Radial [...]
Coming later this year from 3Racing is the 1/10th scaled Cero Ultra FWD Version 2.0. The folks at 3Racing are very serious about racing and their new Cero Ultra FWD 2.0 is designed from the ground up for extreme performance. Here are the highlights- * Will also be available in an “R” racing version * New multi-link geometry with two front and [...]
Over at WIRC Professional RC Cars they are now teasing 1/8th scaled SBX4 & SBX4E Buggy Kits. The SBX4 will be available in nitro or electric form and has been highly revised from the previous version. WIRC kits are made from high quality materials in Italy and we can’t wait for full details on the SBX4/SBX4E in the coming days. You [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the 1/16 German Federal Army Main Battle Tank Leopard 2 A7V Full Operation Set with Radio. This classic German tank comes with an easy to use 4 channel radio system that is perfect for a tank like the Leopard. The team at Tamiya also did an incredible job making the Leopard look as scale [...]
New from Pandora RC is the hot looking 1/10 HCR32 Skyline BN-Sports 4 Door Clear Body. This classic Skyline is sized to fit most 1/10 touring and drift cars. Check out these highlights- * 1/10 clear unpainted polycarbonate body * Width – 197mm * Wheelbase – 258 – 262mm * Includes decal sheet * Window masking included * Polycarbonate bumpers front & rear * Polycarbonate light parts [...]
