New from Hacktronic is the Zigma 30A Sensored Brushless ESC. The Zigma 30A is designed for micro sized 1/24th to 1/28th scaled vehicles like the Kyosho Mini-Z and many others. Here are the highlights- * Sensored operation for smooth throttle control and boost/turbo * Fits – 1/24 to 1/28 * Black anodized aluminum case * Max Cell Count – 2S Lithium * Continuous Current – [...]
New from Pro Performance RC is the Annihilator 100 Amp Battery Discharger. The Annihilator 100 is a beefy discharger, that is also a car stand and battery tester. Check out these highlights- * Designed to give your battery more power * Digital blue LED voltage display * Heavy duty 8 gauge cables * Made in the USA * Convenient handle * 10 year limited warranty * 2s-4s [...]
New over at R31House is the 1/10th scaled GRK5-R Drift Car Kit. The GRK5-R was used to win the 2024 Japanese E-Drift championship and is loaded with high-end features. Check out these highlights- * 2 motor positions – Mid or rear layout * Triple idler system increases control * Available in 3 different colors – Black, red, or purple * GRK5 racing conversion chassis * [...]
Earlier today the JConcepts crew announced 1/10 Relapse SCT Tires. The JC Relapse tires were designed to give your SCT loads of grip on hard packed race tracks. Here are the highlights- * Redesigned to deliver more forward bite than the original * JConcepts original tread design * Available in multiple rubber compounds * Strategically placed and nested tread * Medium sized, dense tread for [...]
Just announced by JConcepts are Hawk Sand Front Tires for the beastly Traxxas X-Maxx. Sand is always loads of fun to drive on, but even more so with the proper tires. The new Hawk front tires from JC can help give your X-Maxx or XRT more steering and performance while sand driving. Here are the highlights- * Smooth carcass * Strategically placed [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a 2023 Ford Raptor Clear Body for the mighty Traxxas X-Maxx. Designed with scale realism and performance in mind, the new Raptor body is fully licensed and makes it easy to give your X-Maxx a new look. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Raptor styling with innovative extra-cab appearance * Deep bed draw with [...]
If you’re looking for an easy-to-install wheel and tire combo for your 1/24 or 1/18-scale crawler, Injora has released a set of 1.0" 6x22mm Negative Offset Beadlock Wheels and Tires*. These large-diameter tires and wheels add weight and traction to your tiny trail truck or crawler while also giving it a fresh new look. The wheels are a combination of brass [...]
Recently announced by iSDT is the 405AC Battery Charger. This compact and versatile charger is dialed for a day at the track, or a long afternoon of bashing. Here are the highlights- * Designed for 1-4S LiPo, LiHv, and LiFe batteries * Maximum charging current of 5 amps * XT60 output * Precise balance charging and multiple safety features * 60 watts of maximum charge [...]
While Kyosho is well known for their Le Mans line-up of motors, they have just announced a new Le Mans Servo Line-Up. The first servo in this series is the Le Mans 240S Low Profile. Designed for use in 1/10th scaled buggies and touring cars, the Le Mans 240 is big on performance, while maintaining a reasonable price point. Here [...]
Greetings everyone and happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard, my little slice of the Internet. Off-road Retro Re-Releases are mega hot right now, as many of the hobbyists today have the disposable income to happily sling at the vehicles they either owned as a youngster, or wanted to own but didn’t quite have the money for. I’ve really enjoyed seeing all [...]
Over at Exotek they have announced a very trick Titanium Turnbuckle Set for their Vader Sprint Car. This lightweight, yet strong turnbuckle set is the perfect upgrade for your Vader Sprint Car. Here are the highlights- * Lightweight design * Made from titanium * Fits – Exotek Vader Sprint Car kit * 3mm ends with beefed up center section * Machined and polished for the [...]
New from Traxxas is the VXL-4s Brushless Power System. The 4S capable VXL-4s Brushless Power System comes with a beefy Velineon 540XL sized brushless motor, to go along with its innovative VXL-4s ESC. This system can supply serious power and torque to your rig, while also being highly adjustable to meet your driving conditions. Built-in telemetry comes standard, as does [...]
Over at HPI Racing they are proud to announce the return of Toyota Licensed Clear Bodies to their line-up. HPI has long been known for making some of the most gorgeous bodies on the market, now 13 of their most popular Toyota/Lexus bodies from the past will be available again! Here’s the list of returning bodies- #105017 – Toyota Sprinter [...]
Over at Xpress RC they have announced the 1/10 Arrow AT1SR 4WD Rally Car. The AT1SR is Xpress’s first rally car and was designed for serious fun, on-road or off. Here are the highlights- * Shaft driven 4WD * Based on the Xpress Arrow platform * Floating gearbox for a more flexible chassis * Universal driveshafts for efficient power transmission * Sealed gearbox for increased [...]
New from Jevries is their Ultra Fast Superpump hopping servo for R/C lowriders. The perfect upgrade for a single or double hopper servo setup, these high-powered servos not only have the power to pop, but they’re also incredibly fast and respond quickly to inputs. Designed for experienced R/C lowrider operators, Jevries’ Ultra Fast Superpump servo is powered by AGFRC servo technology, [...]
