The news today from MEUS Racing is all about their Capra Cheat Code 1.9″ Isokinetic Axles. These beefy portal style high clearance axles are a bit more narrow than stock to help you get through those tight gates more easily. Here are the highlights- * Designed for Capra 1.9 and DIY SCX10 SCX10 II chassis * Modified wheel distance * 5mm shorter in [...]
Team Associated is out to completely take over the rc market in 2025! Here we are with yet another teaser of a new vehicle and they seem to come nearly weekly from the good folks at AE. As you can see by the teaser image, their next hot release looks to be a scale rock crawler with a bit of [...]
New over at Team Saxo is the 1/10th scaled GT-500W-V2 Pan Car Kit. The version 2 of the GT-500W has received numerous updates to increase speed and durability. Featuring a lightweight carbon fiber chassis and LCG design, the GT-500W is an affordable way to go fast on indoor carpet tracks. The Team Saxo GT-500W-V2 Pan Car Kit is street priced at [...]
If you own a Kyosho Fazer D2 drift car and want to ensure crisp steering response, Yeah Racing’s Aluminum Steering Set for the FZD2 might be just what the drift doctor ordered. Made of machined aluminum, this multi-piece steering rack reduces flex during steering input and is also more durable than the stock steering rack. This steering set features an anodized [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10 RookieSpeed RS1.0 with Aluminum Short-Shock Conversion. This entry level touring car now includes special 3.5mm graphite shock towers, to go along with a new aluminum short shock set. The short shocks help lower the center of gravity on the RS1.0 to enhance handling in corners. The new aluminum shock bodies even have a special [...]
Just announced by Tekno RC is the 1/8th scaled MT48 2.0 4WD Monster Truck Kit. The original MT48 was released years ago, but the BigSquidRC Bash Crew is STILL sending that truck! Tekno has long been known for making some of the most durable trucks on the market and the 2.0 version of the MT48 is even more of a [...]
Over at Traxxas they have uploaded a new Ready to Explore: TRX-4 Defender Video. Traxxas has announced that the TRX-4 Defender is now 10% off during the All-American Summer Sale, which allows you to save some cash while getting a new rig. Featuring high clearance portal axles and that gorgeous Defender body, the TRX-4 Defender is perfect for long days [...]
New from Shark RC is the 1/10th scaled Gambler Clear Race Truck Body. Designed for dirt oval racing, the Gambler is highly scale realistic to keep you looking sharp out on the track. Here are the highlights- * Silverado based styling * Designed for use on dirt or asphalt oval tracks * Sized to fit all common 1/10 short course trucks * Width – [...]
Coming soon from Mon-Tech Racing is the 1/10th scaled C3 Rally Clear Body. Sized for 1/10 rally cars, the C3 Rally was designed for the highest levels of performance. Here are the highlights- * Designed for rally and FWD racing * Realistic design with aggressive lines * Impeccable attention to detail * Includes window masks and decal sheet * Includes hardware for fenders and flaps * [...]
The team at Treal is showing some love to the always-fun Traxxas UDR with their latest option part release, a 7075 Aluminum Rear Axle Housing. While the Unlimited Desert Racer isn’t the newest machine on the block, it still holds sway among those in the R/C community. If you’re the owner of one of these larger-scale off-road trucks, or you’re [...]
Happy Friday all! Welcome to The Backyard! Let’s start with the obvious: Ready-To-Run vehicles today are lightyears better than what we had even a decade ago. You can walk into a hobby shop, drop a few hundred bucks, and walk out with a machine that looks amazing, runs fast, and can (usually) take a decent beating. But despite all the advancements, two [...]
The big news out of FMS is the announcement of their 1/7 Ford Bronco EB Brushless 4WD RS RTR. This large scale beast is fully licensed and designed for big fun! Check out these highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford and RTR Vehicles * Licensed Nitto Trail Grappler tires * Gyro equipped * Inspired by the full-size Bronco that dominates Ultra4 racing * RTR licensed [...]
New from the crew at FairRC is the 1/18th scaled FCX18 K10 Blue Mod RTR. This hot looking small scaler is perfect for driving indoors, or out. Check out these highlights- * Trail-ready stunner with vintage vibes and custom flair * FMS K10 with full FRC treatment * Dazzling blue repaint with original cargo bed * Interior with driver figure * Beefy Batrazzi Outrider ZR [...]
New over at Infinity is the 1/10th scaled IF14 Spec1ale Touring Car Kit. This high-end race machined was designed to dominate at even the world championship level of racing. Here are the highlights- * Nimble, lightweight design * Precision made aluminum parts * New age LCG shock towers * Available with carbon or aluminum chassis * Carbon top deck * Carbon lower arms * Composite hubs * Rear [...]
The folks at Injora have introduced a new tool for your R/C toolkit: a 20–35mm Adjustable Ride Height Gauge with Magnetic Base. Designed for 1/8 and 1/10 radio-controlled cars and buggies, this ride height gauge can help you dial in your on-road racer, drift car, or any other R/C machine, where ride height is crucial to performance. Compact and easy to [...]
