Coming soon from Tamiya are a trio of new XB Series expert built ready-to-runs. All three come fully painted and assembled, minimizing that time that it takes to hit your nearest bash spot. Here are the three new models- #57906 – 1/18 XB King Yellow 6×6 G6-01 #57907 – 1/10 XB Subaru WRX STI NBR Challenge TT-02 #57903 – 1/10 XB Toyota GAZOO [...]
The last of the five new vehicles to be announced this week from Redcat Racing are the Dukono & Dukono PRO Monster Trucks. Both of these beasts are ready-to-run 1/10th scalers that were designed to make your backyard a full-on monster truck bash-arena. Here is the lowdown on both models- Dukono Monster Truck * High ground clearance chassis * Increased chassis lean for [...]
Just announced by Dynamite is the Passport P1 battery charger. The P1 is a mini sized AC charger to save space in your pit bag, here are some of its highlights- * Selectable charge currents * Compact design * 5 year limited warranty * 60 watt max output * 6 amp max charge rate * 4S LiPo max cell count * Charges LiPo, LiFe, LiHV, Pb, NiMH, [...]
Recently announced by Horizon Hobby is a Speed, Style and Stability special offer. The special offer can save you some serious cash on a bunch of different Losi ready to runs that feature speed, style, and of course, Spektrum’s AVC electronic stability system. From the giant gasoline powered Losi 5IVE-T (now over $300 off!) to the insanely overpowered brushless Losi [...]
New from Pro Boat is the dynamic Valvryn 25″ F1 Tunnel Hull RTR. The Valvryn sports serious power with a 3000kV 4 pole brushless motor and comes with a self-righting hull design to make your life easy down at the local lake. Here are more highlights- * Dynamite 30 amp marine ESC * Durable ABS hull & canopy * Molded composite interior * Spektrum [...]
Back in June we first posted the teaser for the Land Rover Defender 90 CC-01 from Tamiya. Now we have more pictures, more details, along with pricing information. Here is the scoop- * Comes in kit form * Length- 457mm * Highly detailed polycarbonate body * Front & rear light cases for optional LEDs * Easy to drive CC-01 chassis The D90 is expected to start [...]
Now here is a hot looking on-road body, the new Ford GT from PROTOform. Already one of the best looking cars on the road, the designers at PROTOform have worked up a full race edition Ford GT designed for 1/10th scale USGT carpet racing. The P-F Ford GT uses an ultra-low stance, along with side wings, to look awesome, while [...]
One of the biggest problems that we have around the office is too many different connectors. It seems like every pack in our garage has a different type of connector on it. It also seems that way for every one of our trucks, LOL. To fix this common problem, the folks at Venom have announced the second version of their [...]
“TRX-4 Servo Cubby, My stock servo just went out and I don’t want to pay a bunch for a new one. What would you use in a TRX-4 for around 50 bucks? Thanks dude, Donald R.” Cubby- Hey ya Donny, thanks for writing in. Shoot me your snail mail for one of our really cool sticker packs. I have been running a TRX-4 quite a bit [...]
Just announced by Redcat Racing is the Camo X4 Rock Racer and the Camo TT Trophy Truck. The Camo X4 was designed to give you the experience of driving a real rock racer. A 4 link suspension is used in the rear, along with a solid rear axle and a locked diff. Fully RTR, the X4 is ready to jam right [...]
A few weeks ago Pit Bull introduced new 1.9″ Braven Berserker scale tires to the market. The updated designed uses the old school four lug approach to give you a great scale looking tire that also performs with the best out on the trail. Here are more highlights- * Extremely fine scale detailing * Generous amounts of siping * Staggered tread design * Scale [...]
New for the touring car racing crowd is the TC7.2 Factory Team Kit from Team Associated. The 7.2 comes with a bunch of upgrades to help reduce lap times, while also making the car easier to drive consistently. Here is a look at some of the highlights- * Lightweight front spool * Aluminum rear gear diff * One piece motor mount with flex [...]
The folks at FireBrand RC have been releasing seriously cool rc gear for a long time now, their latest is a set of 1/8 pre-mounts called RHINO-HDX. These are designed to give your bash machine more traction than standard RTR tires, while also giving your rig a hot new look. * Designed for 1/8th off-road vehicles * 17mm wheel hex but comes [...]
Part of the 5 vehicle announcement from Redcat Racing yesterday included the Rampage R5 Monster Truck. The R5 is a true beast coming in at 1/5 in size, plus it sports a gnarly 8S LiPo Capable brushless power system. When 6S just isn’t enough, the R5 is ready to put down some crazy 8S power. Here is more of the [...]
Coming soon from HPI Racing are new Brass Axle Weights for the Venture FJ. These were designed to be hidden inside the axle housings for a perfect scale appearance. The brass weights can be used to add weight down low on your Venture FJ to improve handling out on the trail. Each weight comes in at 12 grams and a [...]
