New from Yokomo is the RO 1.0 Rookie Off-Road Buggy. The RO 1.0 comes with high-end features, but is an easy way for new hobbyists to get into the sport of rc racing. Here are the highlights- * Designed to be an affordable beginners buggy * Comes as a kit with some portions pre-assembled * Crash-resistant integrated resin main chassis * Suspension and drive [...]
Over at RC4WD they have released a Belt Drive Kit for the Traxxas TRX-4 & TRX-6. As belt drive conversions are all the rage now days, this one is specifically made for Traxxas crawlers. The belt drive kit is used to reduce gear noise, while also being able to handle massive amounts of power. Here are the highlights- * Pinion & [...]
Now shipping from Spektrum is the S6510 1/5 High Torque Servo. The S6510 was designed to be a replacement servo for rigs like the 1/6 SCX6, 1/5 Kraton, and 1/6 Super Baja Rey. Check out these highlights- * Designed for racing, bashing, or crawling * Engineered with the finest components and the latest servo technology * High Torque – 820oz-in @ 8.4V * Ideal [...]
New from the crew at Killerbody is the 1/10 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Hard Body Set. This hard body set has serious scale detailing and is sized to fit crawlers with a 313mm wheelbase. Here are more highlights- * Made from hard plastic for increased realism * Wheelbase – 313mm * Width – 193mm * Molded in white * Includes plastic scale detail parts The Killerbody 1/10 [...]
New from Phase1RC are “Skull” Heavy Duty Mudguards for the mighty ARRMA Kraton 6S V5 monster truck. The Phase1RC mud guards are used to prevent roost damage to your shocks and other parts, while also adding a bit of bling to your rig. Their new model features skull livery and was designed for hardcore bashing. The Phase1RC “Skull” Mudguards are shipping [...]
Now available from RC4WD are American Racing 1.7″ VF480 Deep Dish Wheels. These fully licensed aluminum wheels have been meticulously scaled down from the originals and can help give your rig a flashy new look. Here are the highlights- * Made from CNC machined billet aluminum * Durable silver anodized finish * Standard 12mm wheel hex * Width – 1.19″/30.1mm * Negative Offset – 0.19″/4.80mm * [...]
The folks over at Team Corally have recently uploaded a ASUGA XLR One-Page Manual Introduction Video. The video gives you a bunch of insight into the design of the Asuga, as well as going over their easy to use manuals. While the Asuga is featured in the video, Team Corally has you dialed with numerous resource when it comes time [...]
New from Revolution Design are Ultra Shock Pistons for Team Associated 13mm shocks. Designed for buggies like the Associated B6.4 and B74.2, the new Ultra Pistons are 2.0mm thick and come in five different hole configurations, including blank. Here are more highlights- * Designed for precision and accuracy * Made from high-quality POM material to ensure durability and stability * Available in packs [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 1957 Chevy Bel Air Coupe Clear Body Set. If you’ve seen one of the Kyosho Bel Air Readysets in person, then you already know just how gorgeous that body is, and soon, you’ll be able to get one in clear to put your own custom paint scheme on. Here are the highlights- * Fits Fazer [...]
If you’re serious about the performance of your small-scale R/C crawlers, check out what Injora has cooked up for the Traxxas TRX-4M. Their LCG Carbon Fiber Chassis Frame Kit (4M-32) combines lightweight materials with a lower center of gravity to help your 1/18-scale trail truck remain planted on the rocks, wood, or wherever you roam. Featuring carbon fiber rails, this chassis [...]
If you live in southern California, and are looking for an rc show to go to, the 2023 RCX Hobby Show goes down this weekend. The 2023 RCX show kicks off this Saturday and takes place at the Fairplex in Pomona, California. Featuring both air and surface models, the RCX show is a nice way to get your rc fix. You [...]
Over at JConcepts they recently announced a new 2023 Racing Team Hat. This stylish hat is perfect for the track, the trail, or the mall. Here are the highlights- * Racing Team hat in heather gray * Trendy fabric and colors * Snap-back and flat bill * Embroidered 2023 Race Team logo * Durable bill, black in color * Vent holes for circulation * Snap-back, one size [...]
New over at JConcepts are a number of 13mm Shock Accessories. Ranging from caps, to shock collars, to spring cups, the new JC items are high-end upgrades for the serious racer. Here are the details- Fin Series, 13mm Shock Caps * Exclusive design by JConcepts * Made from aluminum * Designed to be lightweight and durable * Knurled portion for increased grip * Available in blue [...]
Coming soon to a hobby shop near you is the Element RC 1/10 Enduro Sendero HD Titanium Trail Truck RTR. The new Enduro is a performance rig built to endure and sports a great scale look, with a highly capable chassis underneath. Here are the highlights- * Revolutionary Stealth X gearbox * Reedy Power SC480X electronic speed controller * New Reedy Power high-torque [...]
New from Futaba is the MC340CR Brushed ESC. This simple, easy to use ESC has three different driving modes and can be used with Ni-MH or LiPo batteries. Here are the highlights- * Dustproof and splash proof * Compact and lightweight design * Easy to program * Forward current/peak current – 60A/360A * Reverse side current/peak current – 30A/180A * Size – 36.5 x 32.0 x [...]
