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The folks over at Traction Hobby have released details on their upcoming 1/8 Ford Bronco Raptor RTR. Their new Bronco Raptor is fully licensed by Ford and is absolutely packed with scale realistic parts. Here’s some highlights- * Wheelbase – 376mm (14.8″) * Width – (8.9″) * 2-speed transmission * Switchable 4WD, RWD, or FWD * Available with brushed or brushless motor * Two colors to [...]
Over at SWORKz they have announced the 1/8th scaled S35-5 Nitro and S35-5e Electric Buggy Kits. These are the next generation race buggies from SWORKz and have been highly updated to improve speed, durability, and tuning ability. Here’s some highlights- * Ships in September * 7075 hard anodized chassis * Quick release gearbox system * Updated toe plates with square inserts * Adjustable diff and [...]
After a bit of teasing, Hobao Racing has released full details on their upcoming 1/8 Hyper VS2 Electric Truggy. No matter if you are bashing or racing, the VS2 is ready for serious fun. Here’s some highlights- * All driveshafts and cups are made of hardened steel * New 45T machined steel spur gear and 10T/46T pinion and ring gear set * New [...]
As we mosey along on our “teaser” day, HoBao Racing is officially teasing a new Truggy RTR. While not much information is known, you can look at the teaser images to see it’s a 4wd bash truggy with pillow ball suspension. Past that, we’ll have to wait a bit longer to get the full scoop. As we wait for more [...]
Over at Agama they are now shipping a new 1/8th scaled N2e Electric Buggy Kit. The N2e was designed for an extremely low center of gravity, thus giving it great handling while out on the track. Here’s the highlights- * Unique lay-down shocks that create an incredibly low COG * Easiest car to work on in its class * Lower COG makes the [...]
New from Team Associated are 1/8th scaled RC8T4.2 & RC8T4.2e Team Kits. Designed for hardcore truggy racers, the RC8T4.2 & RC8T4.2e Team Kits can help you get more time on the podium. Here’s the highlights- RC8T4.2 Team Kit Key Features * Molded height-adjustable gearboxes front & rear * Updated shock towers for height-adjustable gearboxes * New molded suspension arms for increased durability & [...]
Here we go folks, here’s our review of the Rlaarlo 1/8 Dragon Scale Knight 4WD Brushless RTR. Rlaarlo has made a huge splash in the American RC market in recent years. Their rock crawlers, as well as other products, have proven to be not only good looking, but also very reliable. Their latest release, the 8th scale DSK RTR buggy, [...]
The crew over at Hudy has announced an Aluminum Dual Fan Mount for 42mm Motors. This aluminum mount makes it easy to put two fans on your 1/8th scaled motor to help keep things cool during those hot summer races. Here’s the highlights- * Fits 30mm & 40mm fans * Improves cooling efficiency * Lightweight & durable * Supports 30mm + 40mm mixed configurations * [...]
Recently announced by Sparko Racing is the 1/8 F8SE Special Edition Nitro Buggy Kit. The special edition F8SE is loaded with aluminum upgrades to improve durability and speed. Here’s the highlights- * Lightweight race platform with reduced overall weight * Designed for sharper response, improved agility, & enhanced acceleration * New lightweight shock towers * Optimized front and rear geometry * Improved steering precision, traction, [...]
The crew at Team Associated has announced three new 1/8th scaled buggy kits. The new kits include the nitro RC8B4.2 and RC8B4.2 Euro, plus the electric RC8B4.2e. Check out these highlights- Team Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit * Designed for low-traction and rough bumpy tracks * New molded height-adjustable gearboxes front and rear * New offset hubs and updated rear suspension arms * New -4mm chassis [...]
The crew over at Cross RC just keep the fun stuff coming and have recently started to tease the 1/8th scaled EMO X7 & EMO XL4. Cross has been leading the class with their 1/8th scaled crawlers and the new X7 and 6wd XL4 are sure to uphold that tradition. Featuring loads of scale realism and serious off-road prowess, [...]
New and hot from Bittydesign is the 1/8 P-GT3R GT Clear Body. Designed to fit 1/8th scaled on-road cars, the new Bittydesign body can help you win more races in the GT class. Here’s the highlights- * Molded from genuine polycarbonate Lexan * Produced in Light Weight version * Thickness of material 1mm, but also made in hard version 1.5mm thick * Width: 311mm * [...]
New from Serpent is the 1/8th scaled SRX8 Gen4 4wd Nitro Buggy Kit. If you are looking for a high-end nitro 8th scale buggy to race this summer, then you definitely need to check out the new SRX8 Gen4. Here’s the highlights- * New narrow chassis layout * Carbon fiber radio tray * Redesigned center differential assembly * Geo-Matrix 25 position suspension geometry system * [...]
Over at Bittydesign they are teasing a new 1/8th Scaled GT Clear Body. In recent years Bittydesign has become one of the premier body manufactures on the market thanks to their innovative designs and high quality products. The teaser image doesn’t show much, but it sure does remind us of a Porsche from the look of the front end. Sadly [...]
Over at Xray they have announced the 2027 version of their 1/8 GTXE On-Road Kit. The GTXE is a high-end electric on-road car capable of insane speeds and serious cornering. Here’s the highlights- * New aluminum center spur gear collar * New flat 3mm aluminum chassis with increased battery cooling * New lightweight foam bumper for reduced weight * New front bulkhead adapted to [...]
