Recently announced by Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled XM-01 Pro Chassis Kit. This M-chassis sized kit is highly adjustable and a great base for your next rally car build. Here are the highlights- * Shaft-driven 4WD chassis * Polycarbonate chassis cover * M-Chassis 11-spoke racing wheels * 60D rally block tires * 3 wheelbase choices * Bathtub frame chassis * New front c-hubs and rear uprights * Two [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1998 Honda NSX Racing Kit. The Tamiya NSX comes on their easy to build TT-02 chassis and features a beautifully scaled polycarbonate body. Check out these highlights- * Proven TT-02 chassis * Adjustable wheelbase, ground clearance, track and gear ratios * Shaft driven 4wd * Double wishbone suspension * Realistic looking faux brake discs * Molded plastic side mirrors and [...]
Hey everyone, Happy Thursday! Another week almost over, another week closer to winter being over and being able to get outside. Funny how every year seems to work the same for me. After monster truck racing season ends in October I need a bit to recover. I usually don’t have a ton of desire to work on r/c projects until we [...]
New from Mugen Seiki is the 1/10th scaled MSB1 2WD Race Buggy Kit. Mugen has long been known for being elite contenders in the 1/8th class and now they are bringing their plethora of knowledge to 1/10th off-road. Check out these highlights- * Slim aluminum chassis * Adjustable diff height * Easy access gear differential * 13mm shocks for increased stability and jumping * Sway [...]
New over at Kyosho is a Kit Version of their very popular Mad Wagon VE Monster Truck. The new kit version is perfect for all you hobbyists that like to build your trucks and is more than ready for serious backyard bashing. Here are the highlights- * Includes features unique to the unassembled kit version * Pre-built front, center, and rear gearboxes * [...]
Recently revealed at the Nuremburg Toy Fair is the Tamiya Super Clod Buster Black Edition. That’s right folks, the mighty Super Clod Buster Black Edition is coming back for 2024 sporting it’s classic body and burly 4wd chassis. The Super Clod Buster is considered a true legend of the rc monster truck scene and soon you’ll be able to pick [...]
Over at Losi they have uploaded a new King of Hammers – RC Car vs Real U4 Car video. The video shows a full scale U4 going hard in the rocks against the Losi Hammer Rey rc car. Needless to say, it’s quite the interesting video with the two going over the same trails on the ultra-tough King of Hammers [...]
Over at the Toy Fair in Germany the crew at Tamiya are showing off their early 2024 new releases. One of those new releases is a 1/10 Ford Baja Bronco Kit. The new Ford Baja Bronco comes on Tamiya’s easy to build CC-02 chassis, and of course, the body is fully licensed by Ford. This first generation Bronco has been [...]
Just announced over at Hobbywing is the XeRun XR10 Justock G3S ESC. Designed for 1/10th on and off-road classes, the XeRun XR10 Justock G3S can help you get dialed for blinky racing. Here are the highlights- * Designed for 1/10th on-road and off-road zero timing races * Intelligent start and stop fan function * Freewheeling feature * Built-in polarity protection * Multi RPM limit, supports [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is the 1/10 TRF421 Chassis Kit. This elite level race machine is loaded not only with high tech features, but also features high-end build materials for the ultimate in performance. It has been many years since Tamiya fielded a full-on touring car race team, but the new TRF421 just might bring the Tamiya factory team [...]
New over at Exotek is a Shorty Battery Mounting Tab Set for the Team Associated B74. The battery mounting set makes it easy to adjust battery placement on shorty or LCG shorty LiPo packs. Made from carbon fiber and aluminum, the set looks trick, while also being durable enough for the weekly rigors of racing. The Exotek Shorty Battery Mounting [...]
New over at HPI Racing is the Ford Mustang Mach-E 1400 with SEMA Livery. Featuring a stunning body, along with a highly capable Sport 3 4wd on-road chassis, this trick looking RTR is ready for serious cul-de-sac bashing! Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed, ultra-realistic Ford Mustang Mach-E 1400 replica * Custom Ford Performance SEMA livery * Molded plastic dive planes, rear [...]
New over at Traxxas is a Ford Fiesta ST Rally VXL 60+ MPH Rally-Bred Performance Video. The Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST Rally car has long been a bashing favorite, featuring gnarly VXL brushless power and beefy plastic that can take a hard hit and keep on going. Watch the video below to see the Traxxas rally car going hard on [...]
New over at HRP Distributing is the Bold RC Adventure Trail Backpack. This lightweight, versatile backpack is perfect for those long trail drives out in the woods. Check out these highlights- * Durable shell material that stands up to various conditions * Reinforced stitching with strategically placed pockets * Multiple padded and adjustable straps * Multiple external pockets * Spacious internal main compartment with full [...]
What is up Squid Nation! Over the last few years, I have been seeing a lot of wicked scale garages. Weather its build from scratch, or bought, the scale garage world is opening up, allowing everyone to enjoy another outlet in the hobby.For me, a scale garage is a must have if you are into the scale side of the [...]
