Over at Schumacher, Robin and his crew have just announced the 1/10th scaled Icon 2 Competition Formula 1 Car Kit. The Icon 2 has been massively revised to improve durability and to increase speed. Check out these highlights- * New gear differential * New one piece left hand rear wheel clamp design * All new rear wing mounting assembly * New V2 damper rods [...]
The Playskool brand is one of the longest running lines of toys in the world. These days, they are best known for brightly colored baby-playthings. It wasn’t always this way though. Playskool is/was responsible for arguably the coolest line of toy trucks that ever existed- the SST (Super Size Trucks) line back in the 80’s. This series featured battery operated vehicles [...]
New from BoomRacing are ProBuild 1.9″ Spectre Adjustable Offset Aluminum Beadlock Wheels. The ProBuild Wheels are adjustable for offset and are also fully customizable. Check out these highlights- * Proprietary customizable design * High changeability, unlimited possibilities * Built-in offset options * Revolutionary and cutting edge designs * Size – 1.9″ standard * Spectre faceplate styling * Bolt Pattern – 5-Lug The BoomRacing ProBuild 1.9″ Spectre Aluminum Wheels [...]
Yeah Racing has released new, Aluminum Front Suspension Arms for the Traxxas Drag Slash. This lightweight, durable upgrade item not only looks great, but it should help improve the performance of your 1/10-scale Traxxas dragster. Made from machined aluminum, these suspension arms feature a black finish with silver accents. All necessary installation hardware is included in the package. Simply swap out [...]
Do you Really want to turn some heads at your next big crawling event? If so, check out the new Peugeot 504 pick-up truck body from Hobbytech RC. Peugeot just isn’t a brand that you see much on the road here in America and we see them even less in the rc realm! Thankfully Hobbytech is about to change all [...]
New at RC4WD are a pair of KC HiLiTES Light Sets. Both sets have been licensed by KC HiLiTES and are an easy bolt-on scale upgrade for your rig. Here are the details- * Made from injection molded ABS plastic * Highly scale detailed look * 3mm LED pocket * Choice of KC Daylighter (#Z-E0022) or regular KC logo (#Z-E0036) * Outer Diameter – 0.67″ * [...]
Over at JConcepts they have released some insanely trick Scale Monster Truck Transport Wheels & Tires. These beauties are perfect for your scale monster truck to add that perfect piece of scale realism. Check out these highlights- Transporter – Display and Transport Tires, Pink Compound * Scaled version of transport tires * Chevron tread with center overlap * Slightly recessed tire lugs * Detailed sidewall [...]
New over at ZooRacing is the Wolverine MAX 1/10 Touring Car Clear Body. The Wolverine MAX has been substantially modified from the previous version to improve handling and to make the body more dynamic. Here are the highlights- * Improved aerodynamic efficiency * Overall length has been shortened for less inertia & better rotation * Steeper hood and front area to improve steering * [...]
Over at Powerhobby they have announced 1.0″ Brass Beadlock Wheels for the SCX24 scale rock crawler. The new brass wheels have a great scale look and can also improve performance by adding more weight down low on your rig. Here are the highlights- * CNC machined brass wheels * Standard 1.0″ wheel size * Standard 7mm hex mount * Internal Beadlock system * Fits all [...]
Hot off the press from Reedy are Zappers SG5 Competition HV-LiPo Batteries. The new SG5 cells feature leading edge LiPo chemistry to give you more capacity, power output, and durability. Here are the highlights- * 3.8 volts per cell nominal voltage * Can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell * Available in twelve configurations * High quality, durable hard case to prevent damage * Embedded socket [...]
New over at Pit Bull RC is a promotional video for their 1″ Rocker Tires for the SCX24. These micro sized Rocker tires are molded from Pit Bull’s ridiculously soft and sticky Alien Kompound rubber and have a great scale look. Watch the video below to see the Rockers in action climbing over rocks, as well as doing some serious [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced new 1/10th ReHab Off-Road & Oval Tires. The ReHabs are the latest buggy race tire from JConcepts and were designed to give you more grip while oval or off-road racing. Here are the highlights- * Designed for smooth track conditions * Medium sized, dense lugs arranged in a horizontal configuration * Strategically placed cuts and grooves to [...]
Recently announced by Tamiya is the very trick looking au Toyota Tom’s GR Supra GT500. This sleek on-road machine sports an intricately detailed Toyota Supra body and sits on Tamiya’s easy to drive TT-02 chassis. Here are the highlights- * Licensed Toyota polycarbonate body * Separate polycarbonate front light cases * ABS plastic wing and mirror pieces * Shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis * Easy-to-maintain gearboxes * [...]
Just announced by Maverick RC is the 1/10th scaled Quantum R Muscle Car. Featuring big Flux brushless power and a body with serious attitude, the new Maverick is more than ready for your next bashing adventure. Here are the highlights- * Brand new retro styled muscle car body * 4S LiPo capable Flux brushless ESC * Three colors to chose from * Full set [...]
New from Team Associated is the 1/10th scaled DR10M Drag Race Team Kit. The new mid-motored DR10M was designed to increase stability, traction, as well as overall handling. Here are the highlights- * Mid-motor design creates improved traction and control * Durable front and rear wide body mounts * Rigid, 4mm thick carbon fiber rear shock tower * Heavy-duty sealed silicone-filled gear differential * Stiff [...]
