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The folks over at Primal RC have dropped a new Ram 1500 Features Video. The upcoming Primal/Traction Hobby RAM 1500 almost has scale realism overload, as it looks so close to the 1:1 truck. Loaded with scale features, and sporting impeccable scaling, the RAM 1500 is setting the scale world on fire with anticipation right now. Use this link to [...]
New from Kyosho is the 1/8th scaled Yamaha 1978 YZR500 Hanging On Racer Series Motorcycle Kit. All you hardcore road racers know the legend of “King” Kenny Roberts, an American that not only took international racing by storm, and also took home the 1978 world championship with his Yamaha YZR500. Here are the highlights- * Ships in November * “King” Kenny Roberts [...]
The crew at Carisma have announced the 1/24 GT24 2.0 Hyundai i20N Rally1 Hybrid RTR as well as the 1/8 Limited Edition Hyundai i20N Rally1 Hybrid 2024 M48S RTR. Check out these highlights- Carisma GT24 2.0 Hyundai i20N Rally1 Hybrid RTR * New GT24 2.0 chassis with enhanced stability * New ARC-24 2-in-one brushless ESC and RX * 3-wire servo friendly * LiPO friendly up [...]
New over at Primal RC is the 1/8th scaled RAM 1500 Brushless RTR 4WD Trail Truck. This 8th scaled RAM has been meticulously scaled down from the 1:1 original and simply looks beautiful! With this level of scale realism, the Primal RAM 1500 is easily going to be one of the hottest releases of 2025. Check out these highlights- * Expected [...]
New from Team Saxo is their 1/8th scaled Go Cart In Yellow. This affordable Go Cart comes with a carbon chassis and a realistic driver figure. The kit also includes an ESC, motor, servo, tires, and a battery. If you are looking for something new and unique to add to your collection, the TSR Go Cart can make for hours [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
After a bit of teasing Serpent has released full details on their upcoming 1/8 SRX8GT R Kit. The SRX8GT R is a high-end on-road racer designed from the ground up for serious speed. Here are the highlights- * Refined the suspension geometry, transmission, and adjustability * In-line drivetrain increases efficiency * New 4mm thick aluminum chassis * Narrower track width * All new suspension brackets * [...]
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 Team Saxo they have announced a 1/8 Go Kart Kit. This scale go cart has an incredibly realistic look and comes in kit form for those that like to build their cars. The Go Kart is available in three different colors and is available with, or without, battery. The Team Saxo RC Go Kart Kit has a [...]
The crew over at Kyosho have officially released full details on their upcoming 1/8 Inferno MP11 Nitro Buggy Kit. The MP11 is a huge deal for Kyosho as they have won multiple 1/8 nitro world championships over the years, with there being a stretch when they were nearly unbeatable at the world level. The new MP11 is designed to uphold [...]
Over at Serpent they are now teasing the 1/8 SRX8 GTR Nitro Kit. Serpent has a long history of winning big on-road races and their upcoming SRX8 GTR is designed for high-end nitro racing. Sporting plenty of carbon fiber, a 2 speed transmission, and a low center of gravity design, the SRX8 GTR should be an absolutely beast on the [...]
Over at WIRC Racing they have officially announced the 1/8 SBX4 Nitro Buggy Kit. Designed to take on the biggest names in the industry, at even the world championship level, the SBX4 is a serious competition machine. Here are the highlights- * Designed for racers who demand precision, durability, & speed * New rear suspension system * Reinforced front hubs * Upgraded front bumper [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are 1/8 Pioneer 4.0″ Truck Wheels. These modern race wheels have a unique look and were designed from the ground up for high-end performance. Check out these highlights- * Original JConcepts Pioneer design * Pop-out panel design with centered ribbing * Dimensional aspects mirror popular Mono wheels * Screw locations to replicate popular vintage wheels * Inner wheel ribbing for strength [...]
Coming soon from Hong Nor is the 1/8th scaled X5B Nitro Buggy. The X5B is being released 35 years after Hong Nor’s first buggy offering and should be a solid buggy for bashing, or for racing. Hong Nor has been teasing the X5B for a minute and now they have released new images. The new pictures show off features like [...]
