Shipping later this month from Yokomo is the 1/10 Wonder Dog Fighter 4wd buggy. This blast from the past is a commemorative model that truly shows off 1980’s rc technology. Yokomo won the IFMAR world championship in 1985 and the Wonder Dog Fighter is sure to be loads of fun driving again in the 2020’s. Here are the highlights- * Dual [...]
Now here’s some big news from Traxxas, they have just announced the Mini Slash 4X4 BL2S RTR. This mini sized fun machine has a hot look to go along with it’s high performance chassis. Check out these highlights- * 30+ mph top speeds * Battery and charger included * Realistic clipless body * 1/10 scale 4×4 driveline * New extended mini chassis * Oil filled Ultra [...]
This hobby is all about fun, and few brands know how to bring the fun like Traxxas. Their entire R/C lineup is based around having a good time, no matter what you enjoy doing the most: bashing, trail driving, or riding the waves. In their latest video, a small-yet-mighty TRX-4M Land Rover Defender, which is dripping in aluminum upgrades, is roaming [...]
New from Injora is an Aluminum Diff Cover Set for ARRMA’s Mojave Grom and Losi’s NASCAR RC Car. This aluminum upgrade adds style and durability to your smaller-scale R/C machines. Whether you’re an off-road basher or an on-track demon, this upgrade will help you get a little more out of your R/C machine. Made of machined aluminum, these front and rear [...]
New from Injora is a Black Brass Steering Knuckle Set designed for their +5mm Portal Axle Set for the Traxxas TRX-4M. These add-on weights provide over 37g of additional mass to help keep your 1/18-scale rig planted and provide it with additional traction when climbing up and over obstacles. This steering knuckle weight set is made of machined brass and features [...]
Team Associated has just announced the Stealth Transmission Kit with everything you need to convert or upgrade your RC10 Buggy! * Associated Torque Control (A.T.C.) lets you setup for every track * Updated World’s Car idler gear and gearbox * High efficiency design for extended run time and motor life * Steel ball bearings and ball differential * V2 Octalock slipper system lets you [...]
Happy Friday all, and welcome to The Backyard! We didn’t have a ton of new news this week in the r/c-sphere, so I wanted to share a take that I’ve been sitting on since we did our review of the Rlaarlo 1/12 XTS-P12 Rally Car in early July and discuss r/c rally racing. I am seriously shocked that in 2025, organized R/C [...]
Treal has released another aluminum upgrade item for the Traxxas UDR: an Aluminum Upper Suspension Arm set. If you need an easy-to-install upgrade that offers improved durability and custom style, this might be the perfect place to start. Made of machined aluminum, Treal’s Aluminum Upper Suspension Arm sets are available in four color options (black, blue, orange, and silver), making coordinating [...]
There are some new mods along with a whole new website from Vast RCX! If you are looking to hop up your Micro T or Micro B, this is where you want to start since they have enough parts to essentially re-build the entire vehicles! All designed and built here in the USA. Go check them out, and make sure [...]
H-Tech Custom Products is expanding its line of HTB-10 First accesessories with the addition of their Insert Panel Set. Designed specifically for H-Tech’s HTB-10 crawler cage, these insert panels fill the openings in the cage to prevent dirt, debris, and other objects from entering the cage. The panels are 3D printed in PLA, making them lightweight and durable, holding up to [...]
New from Avid Racing is a Triad Direct Drive for the Team Associated B7 race buggy. Direct drive can be a good choice when racing lower powered stock classes and the Triad Direct Drive is an easy bolt-on upgrade. Here are the details- * Reduces rotating mass * Lightest direct drive unit available today * Only 6.45 grams with a 72 tooth spur * [...]
Do you want to give your Traxxas TRX-4M a unique new look that’s sure to stand out on the trail (and everywhere else)? Injora has introduced a limited edition color option for its Jeep-style tiny truck hardbody, the Pink Hard Top Body. Featuring the same styling as its previous Jeep-style hardbody release, this special edition body features an eye-catching pink color [...]
New from Yeah Racing are their Aluminum Front Upper and Lower Suspension Arm Set for the Kyosho Fazer D2. Designed to optimize the performance of your FZD2 drift car, this suspension component upgrade provides enhanced durability and improved handling compared to the stock chassis parts. Made of machined aluminum, this suspension arm set reduces flex during steering input, offering improved precision [...]
The good folks over at Furitek now have their upcoming 1/18th scaled TerraX Active Pro 4WS ARTR Crawler available for pre-order. This small rock crawler packs loads of features, to give you a high-end crawling experience. Check out these highlights- * Advanced 1/18 mini crawler * Fully independent 4-wheel steering system * Front & rear steering control directly from transmitter * Switchable between front-steering, [...]
New from the Exotek Racing crew is a Locked Spur Mount for the 22X. When racing stock classes or oval, a locked spur can help you get the win. Here are the highlights- * Includes titanium center bolt * Fits stock 22X shaft * Lightweight alloy locked spur mount * Weight – 5.2 grams * Allows use of spur gears by Exotek and Kimbrough * Attaches [...]
