The crew at Mon-Tech Racing has announced a 1/10 M4 Clear Body for on-road cars. This modern interpretation of the M4 has a hot look, while also being designed for serious speed out on the track. Here are some highlights- * Elegantly recalls the style of the M4 * Extremely accurate in driving * Stable and fast * Particularly good performer in the Stock [...]
Happy Friday all and welcome to The Backyard! This week Team Associated announced another version of their RC10GT stadium truck – the 1/10 RC10GT Richard Saxton Edition Kit, and once again it’s wearing that classic look from RC’s golden age. It’s hard not to smile when you see those old-school stripes and sponsor splashes come alive on a brand-new kit. I mean [...]
New from Fair RC is the 1/18th scaled CR18P Arktos 6×6 Flatbed Mod RTR. The modified Arktos comes in red or black and has been modified for serious scale realism. Here are the highlights- * Factory installed winch with steel cable * Tiltable bed with functional ramps * Bed fits 1/24 & 1/18 scaled vehicles * Full time 6 wheel drive * High clearance portal [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the 1/8th scaled M48S HKS Skyline GT-R Gr.A RTR. This fully licensed legend from the past has hot looking HKS livery and comes on Carisma’s extremely fun to drive M48S platform. Here are more details- * Pays homage to the legendary BNR32 Skyline GT-R * Significant collaboration with HKS Japan and HKS China * Proven M48S chassis * Full [...]
Over at Schumacher they have announced the 1/10th scaled Cat PB-D and Cat PB-M 4WD Buggy Kits. These high-end race machines are loaded with the latest in race technology and are capable of winning at any level of competition. Check out these highlights- * Cat PB-D for dirt racing – #K223 – £574 * Cat PB-M for mod racing – #K222 – [...]
After a bit of teasing Team Associated has officially announced the 1/10 RC10GT Richard Saxton Edition Kit. Saxton was a former mini-cycle star that went on to be a top twenty rider in 125cc Supercross. After racing 2 wheels, Saxton went on to be one of the premier 1/10 gas truck racers, winning big races all across the country. Check [...]
Over at Furitek they have announced the Nanodrive 380 Brushless Motor. This mini sized motor is perfect for serious drift builds, or for smaller vehicles designed for 380 motors. Here are the highlights- * Next generation sensored brushless motor * Built from the ground up for the 1/10 rc drift scene * Direct fit for most 1/10 drift cars * Nanodrive designed to bolt [...]
New from Treal is their Aluminum Steering Bellcrank Assembly for the Traxxas UDR. This aluminum upgrade item helps improve the style and performance of your desert truck. Made of 7075 machined aluminum, this steering assembly features a precise design that boasts smoother turning performance compared to the stock steering setup. This aluminum steering assembly is available in four color options (black, [...]
New from the good folks at Exotek Racing is a V2 Caster Tool Set for their F1Ultra race car. This updated caster tool set works with various set up stations to dial-in your car’s caster setting. Here are the highlights- * Easy to read ‘pointers’ * Works with Hudy, Arrowmax, Integy and other set up stations * 1 pair of finely machined alloy [...]
As it’s been nearly two whole weeks since Team Associated has had a big new release, we knew the drought couldn’t last much longer. New being teased by the AE crew is a 1/10 Gas Truck. Team Associated very quite dominant in 1/10 gas truck racing back in the day with people like Jared Tebo winning races all across the [...]
Over at Kraken RC they have announced that their 1/5 VEKTA Trophy Truck ARTR is now in production. Large scale fanatics know that Kraken RC is one of the premier names in that size category and their upcoming VEKTA Trophy Truck ARTR is surely going to impress. The VEKTA Trophy Truck ARTR will be available in gas or electric and [...]
New from Furitek is the Slidetech Pro Brushless ESC. Designed for the hardcore drifter, the Slidetech Pro is highly adjustable and filled with high-end performance. Here are the highlights- * Available in 4 stunning colors * Designed for Drift & Stock racing * Built-in OLED display * Real-time tuning and telemetry right at your fingertips * Internal smart cooling fan * Fully adjustable settings on-screen – [...]
New from Redcat Racing is the 1/10th scaled Founders Edition Bed Dancing Mini Truck RTR. This scale realistic mini truck has a working dancing bed that can really turn heads at your next rc meeting. Check out these highlights- * Available for pre-order right now * Ships in early 2026 * Worlds first RTR bed dancing rc truck * Two sets of wheels * Free [...]
The crew over at FairRC has released full details on their FCX24 Woodlander Yellow Rusted Mod RTR. This micro sized crawler has serious levels of patina and even uses real wood in the bed. Here are the highlights- * Hand painted in faded yellow with patina * Authentic Unimog polystyrene body * Nylon chassis * Remote controlled light system * Two speed transmission * High clearance [...]
Announced exclusively for the European market are the Mugen Seiki 1/8 MBX8R Premium Edition Kits. Available for both the nitro and electric versions, the Premium Edition Kits are loaded with upgrades for speed and durability. Check out these highlights- * Only available through Mugen Seiki Europe * Exclusively for the European market * Recommended retail price remains the same as previous models * Part [...]
