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Over at Kyosho they are now promoting a new Pit Bag. This particular pit bag is set-up for nitro racing, having spaces for a starter box and nitro fuel, but can also be used for bashing or crawling. Here’s the highlights- * Perfect for racing 1/8 nitro classes * Can carry fuel cans, starter boxes, radio, & spare parts * Wide-open top allows [...]
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, [...]
New from XRay is the 2027 edition of their 1/10 NT1 Nitro Touring Car Kit. Littered with updates, the 2027 NT1 is more than ready to put you on the top step of the podium. Here are some highlights- * Solid carbon front shock tower * Carbon front body post brace * Carbon front downstops * Front C4.0 springs * Carbon front & rear shock [...]
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 [...]
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 JConcepts they have posted a Mysterious New Teaser. The teaser image clearly shows a nitro powered 1/8th scale buggy, but what we don’t know is the context. Are they teasing a new race body? A new off-road buggy? A new race series? For now we’ll all have to speculate and await Jason and his crew releasing more information. You [...]
Over at HPI Racing they are getting ready to drop newly refreshed Savage XL 5.9 Nitro & Savage X 4.6 Nitro RTRs. Both will be available in with bold blue paint schemes and are ready for hours of extreme bashing action. Here’s some highlights- * Super heavy duty drivetrain * 17mm aluminum hex hubs * Captured hinge pins * Rugged bumpers * Havok wheels * TREDZ [...]
Over at Mugen Seiki they have announced 1/8 MBX8R & MBX8R ECO US Limited Edition Kits. The US spec kits include the most popular hop-ups that their team drivers use, thus making these truly ready for the racetrack. Here’s the highlights- * Mugen MBX8R ECO Electric Buggy Kit (US Edition) #MUGE2032 – $790 * Mugen MBX8R Nitro Buggy Kit (US Edition) #MUGE2031 [...]
The crew at XRay has released details on their upcoming 2026 1/8 XB8 Nitro Buggy Kit. The 2026 edition has numerous refinements to reduce friction and to increase speed. Here’s the lowdown- * New chassis plate * Revised rear C-holder position * Increased clearance for the clutch bell * New C-suspension holder with lower positions & updated geometry * New 4-shoe clutch system * New 4-shoe [...]
New from Hong Nor is the 2026 1/8 X3GT Kit. The 2026 X3GT is an evolution of the car that Toni Gruber used to win the 2023 World Championship and features numerous upgrades to increase performance. Here’s some highlights- * Upgraded to optimize chassis flex and increase acceleration * 7075 aluminum 4mm chassis * New fuel tank with better pick-up * Expected to [...]
After having a solid year in 2025, HPI Racing is finishing it up by announcing the 1/8 Savage XL Nitro SBK. This version of the legendary Savage XL comes in kit form, thus allowing you to modify it as you build. Here are more highlights- * SBK = Self build kit * Heavy duty 3 speed transmission * Bullet proof machined differentials * Aluminum [...]
New from Team Associated is the 1/10 RC10GB Nitro Buggy Kit. The RC10GB is a nitro powered version of their classic gold tub buggy that gives you the sound and power of a fuel based engine. Check out there highlights- * RC10GT nitro durability with the suspension & styling of the RC10 Team Car * Exclusive gold aircraft aluminum tub chassis * Updated [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
