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Officially announced by Tamiya is the 1/10 1982 Porsche 956 Kit. Expected to start shipping in October, the Porsche 956 is an iconic race machine from the 1980s. Here are the highlights- * All-new polycarbonate body mold * Easy to assemble ABS plastic bathtub chassis * Direct-drive 2wd chassis * Independent coil-sprung king pin front suspension * 3-point rear suspension w/ FRP T-bar & CVA [...]
New from the crew at LC Racing is the 1/14th scaled BHC-1ST 2WD Stadium Truck Kit. The folks at LC Racing make some of the best 14th scalers in the industry and their new BHC-1ST was designed for elite levels of performance. Here are the highlights- * LC Racing carpet/astro turf tire set * Aluminum threaded oil-filled big-bore shocks * Graphite composite shock [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10 Rookie Speed RS2.0 Touring Car Kit. Perfect for beginners, or those on a budget, the Rookie Speed RS2.0 is a great way to get into on-road racing. Here are the highlights- * Entry-level touring car kit * Even more affordable than the original * Main chassis and upper deck are made of resin * Front and rear gear [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled SO2.0 Dirt Edition Buggy Kit. The SO2.0 has been meticulously engineered for superior performance on dirt off-road tracks. Here are the highlights- * Optimized for dirt surfaces with several key modifications * Shortened rear arms with dirt specific springs * Hard graphite-molded gearbox coupled with a ball differential * Optimized weight distribution * J-Concepts F2 series race body [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced that they will be releasing another batch of 1/10 TT-02R Chassis Kits. The high performance TT-02R comes loaded with upgrades and is a solid base for your next on-road build. * 4WD TT-02 chassis includes a range of option parts * Aluminum rear uprights with 3-degree toe-in * Aluminum motor mount * Ball bearing equipped * CVA oil shocks [...]
Recently announced by Tamiya is the 1/10 Eneos X Prime GR Supra Kit. The Eneos X Supra comes on Tamiya’s easy to build TT-02 chassis and of course comes with a highly scale realistic body. A full time 4wd system helps put the power to the ground, while a double wishbone suspension soaks up the bumps. The Tamiya 1/10 Eneos X [...]
New from Serpent is the 1/8 F190 4WD F1 Car Kit. The F190 is an 8th scaler designed for serious on-track performance. Here are some highlights- * Carbon fiber chassis and aluminum bulkheads * Durable 4wd drivetrain * Solid center axle * Advanced HTD (High Torque Drive) differentials * Solid front spool * Threaded oil-filled shocks with single x-ring seal * True-to-scale F1 wheels with closed cell [...]
Over at Xpress they have just announced the 1/10 Execute XQ11 Hara Limited Edition Kit. This elite level touring car has been designed to win at even the highest levels of competition. Check out these highlights- * 300 pieces limited edition * Comes in a mid pulley configuration * Easily adjustable caster settings * Re-positioned roll bar setup for a more direct response * Redesigned [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the return of their 1/10 Super Astute 2WD Buggy Kit. The Super Astute is a buggy from the early 1990s that has helped thousands of people get into the rc hobby. Here are the highlights- * 2.5mm thickness FRP chassis * Larger battery pack area * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * CVA oil shocks * Sealed gearbox * Modernized TTC [...]
Recently announced by Fenix Racing is a 1/10 G42 FWD Touring Car Kit. This high-end front wheel drive machine is made from premium materials to help you win more races. Check out these highlights- * First ever FWD car from Fenix * Direct actuating servo mounted on front bumper * Motor mounted just behind front axles * Variable body location front and rear * Reverse [...]
New from R1 Wurks is the 1/10 DC1.2 Drag Car Kit. This successor to the original DC1 has been updated for more speed and consistency. Here are the highlights- * Optimized carbon fiber chassis * Drop-down wheelie bar bracket * Motor mount support * Left side adjustable motor support wedge * Adjustable Front Bumper * Aluminum gearbox with a 2.6 to 1 ratio * Drag race-specific CVA [...]
The latest news from the crew at eXcelerate RC is a teaser on their upcoming Prodigy F1 Car Kit. The eXcelerate RC crew is based out of Wisconsin and have started to make a big push on the on-road scene. A couple of weeks ago they announced the Prodigy 12 pan car kit and now they are throwing their hat [...]
Coming in September from Tamiya is the 1/10 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 2.8 Kit. The Porsche 911 comes on Tamiya’s versatile BT-01 chassis and of course has a beautifully scaled polycarbonate body. Here are more highlights- * Realistic short wheelbase, midship rear motor, rear wheel drive layout * 1/10 scale rc model assembly kit * Width: 204mm * Wheelbase: 251mm * Silver color wheels – [...]
Recently announced by Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled Master Drift MD1.0 LTS Kit. This elite level drift rig is loaded with features and designed for extreme sideways performance. Check out these highlights- * Load transfer special * High mounting of heavy objects and a customized roll center * Width: 198mm * Wheelbase: 256mm * Secondary reduction ratio: 1:2.6 * Total weight: 1500 grams * 2.4mm thick lightweight [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled Toyota GT-Four (ST205) TT-02 Kit. This classic Celica is fully licensed and comes on Tamiya’s legendary TT-02 chassis. Here are the highlights- * Wheelbase – 257mm * Width – 186mm * Durable 1.0mm thick clear polycarbonate body * Shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis * 10-spoke wheels molded in Gun Metal * Tread pattern racing radial tires * Includes stickers and [...]
