The folks over at RocHobby continue to pump out some sweet RC vehicles! This time around we got a chance to unbox the new RocHobby 1/18th scale Fire Horse trail truck/ rock crawler. The small scale truck scene continues to grow, and it’s cool to see so many options available for people. Please enjoy the video, and don’t forget [...]
New from RC4WD is an Initial Set-up Video for their mighty 1/14 Grabber Hydraulic Forklift. The Grabber Forklift is a great looking work machine that looks scale, while also being built heavy enough to get a lot of work done around the worksite. Watch the video below to see just how easy it is to get the Grabber up and [...]
Does your radio-controlled trail machine need a new set of wheels? Treal has introduced a new set of 1.9″ 8-Hole Beadlock Wheels for 1/10-scale crawlers that combine old-school style with a touch of modern flair. Treal introduced it to the small-scale crawling world with their 1.0″ Beadlock Wheels, and it’s nice to see this classic design “upsized” for larger models. Each [...]
New over at Delta Plastik is a clear Porsche 917 Body for the ARRMA Infraction and Limitless. While the Porsche 917 has a nice scale appearance, it was primarily designed for use on all-out speed run cars. 2mm thick Lexan is used for added strength, and the body has been shaped for optimal aerodynamics at high speeds. Here are more [...]
The crew at Traxxas recently posted a How To on installing their new Pro-Series Magnum 272R Transmission. The Pro-Series 272R transmission was originally designed for the Drag Slash, but now is available to install in your 2wd Rustler, Bandit, Stampede, or Slash. The How To article goes over all the details that you need when upgrading your stock transmission, to [...]
After a bit of teasing, MaxAmps has officially dropped their new 2S 5800 V2 225C Quad Core No Prep LiPo Pack. This beefy battery was designed for maximum performance, as well as reliability. Here are the highlights- * Fast 5C charge rate * 225C discharge rating * New graphene V2 technology for higher voltage under load * V2 has lower internal resistance with [...]
Throughout 2021, the team at Treal has been hard at work developing new option parts for a variety of R/C models. One of their latest creations is a set of 1.9″ “Vintage Design” Beadlock Wheels for 1/10-scale rock crawlers and trail machines. Dubbed “Type G,” this new wheel release offers a modern spin on vintage style and design with wheels that [...]
Over at Flysky RC they are now teasing a new Surface Transmitter. Flysky has been a favorite among bashers for many years thanks to their affordable pricing and easy to use transmitters, but now they are taking their game to a new level. While the teaser doesn’t show or tell much, we can see that their new radio comes with [...]
New from Traxxas is the EZ-Peak Plus 4S Charger. The EZ-Peak Plus 4S was designed to charge large packs quickly, thus giving you more drive time, with less time waiting around on batteries to charge. Check out these highlights- * High output 8-amp, 75 watt design * Easy to use interface with charge progress indicator and audible alerts * Automatically recognizes Traxxas iD [...]
Over at Cross RC they are always pushing the envelope of scale realism. Coming soon from Cross are the BT8 (pictured above) and DC8 (pictured below) 1/10th scale 8×8 off-road trucks. Both of the 8x8s are still in the teaser stage, but from looking at the pictures, we can’t wait to get full information on both rigs! As we await [...]
If you’re looking to liven things up on your small-scale R/C crawler, Injora has released a set of 1.0″ pre-mounted aluminum beadlock wheels and tires. With a tire that offers an aggressive tread pattern and wheels that are available in a variety of color and finish combinations, you now have even more opportunities to customize your 1/24 or 1/18-scale trail [...]
New over at Team Saxo is a Version 2 of their GT-500 1/10th scaled pan car kit. If you are looking to go fast on-road, a 2wd pan car can certainly do that. The GT-500 V2 packs numerous upgrades for more durability, as well as raw speed. Check out these highlights- * Fits most 1/10 touring car bodies * Low maintenance, yet [...]
1up Racing has released a new tool to help with the tire mounting process; Lockdown Tire Straps. These straps are designed to allow for an easier tire mounting and gluing experience, whether you’re prepping for a weekend of bashing or racing. Each Lockdown Tire Strap uses Velcro to ensure a secure fit and a rubberized inside surface helps prevent slippage. These [...]
Now being teased by MaxAmps is a small LiPo Race Battery. The teaser shot leaves a lot to the imagination, but based on the size of the new pack, it sure looks to us like it would fit well in today’s no-prep drag racers. Of course we’ll have to wait until next Tuesday to get the entire scoop, but the [...]
New from Pro-Line are Extended Body Mounts for the Losi Tenacity SCT/TT Pro. The extended mounts make it easy to install all sorts of different aftermarket bodies on your Tenacity. Here are the highlights- * Fully adjustable design * Fits- Losi Tenacity SCT & TT Pro * Screw-on body mount system * Works with stock body * Long mounts are included * Made from a durable [...]
