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Hey there Futaba fanatics, the folks at Hobby Recreation Products wanted us to let you know that they now stock your favorite brand! That’s right, Futaba products are now available from HRP. From transmitters and receivers, to servos and accessories, HRP is now your Futaba headquarters. To check out HRP’s entire selection of Futaba products, simply click Right Here, or you [...]
Our industry is changing, and doing so in a rapid fashion. RC enthusiasts, especially those in the scale crawling and bashing scenes, have been longing for a radio that is tough enough for their hardcore driving activities. With that said, the Spektrum crew over at Horizon Hobby has dropped the DX5 Rugged. Based on their DX5 platform, the engineers at Spektrum [...]
So we have been testing the Spektrum DX5 Rugged for a while now, putting it through some extreme testing! we have thrown it high into the air and let it crash down, we have bashed and smashed it. Spektrum says the radio is water-resistant which means you can get it wet, but it’s not waterproof which means submerged. We wanted [...]
The all new Spektrum DX5 Rugged is one of the hottest radios to be released in years. Designed for not only the scale/rock crawling crowd, the DX5 Rugged just might be the best backyard basher radio ever created. Sporting a number of new innovative features, there is no other radio on the market like the new Spektrum. As we pulled our [...]
New from Spektrum is the DX5 Rugged transmitter. The DX5 Rugged is loaded with new innovation, as well as higher-end features, take a look at the highlights- * Water resistant chassis * Rubber bumpers used on chassis for added protection * Thumb-steering lever for easy one-handed driving * Built in tool storage area * Comes with a compact Spektrum SR515 receiver * Bold styling * Built for [...]
Now being teased by Futaba and Ripmax is the T4PM radio transmitter. Not many details have been released about the 4PM, but we do know it comes with a sweet display with backlighting and that it is expected to ship in Q1 of 2019. As we await more details, why not hit up This Link to check out the official Futaba [...]
Now shipping from Futaba is a Dual Transmitter Carry Case. The dual case gives you plenty of room to safely pack a second transmitter, thus saving you space and money compared to buying two separate cases. * Stand up design * Foam padded sides, top, and bottom * Additional space for chargers, batteries, & tools * 448 x 200 x 245mm in size The [...]
Coming soon from FlySky is the innovative FS-NB4 radio system. The NB4 is absolutely packed with features from top to bottom. Here are just some of the highlights- * Back-lit 3.5″ TFT touch screen w/ 320 x 480 display * New AFHDS 3 radio transmission protocol * Right or left mounting for steering wheel * Twin batteries- one in handle, detachable base battery * 4 [...]
Now being teased by Futaba Japan is the 7PX Limited Edition. The 7PX Limited Edition takes the already extraordinary 7PX to another level with numerous upgrades to improve not only performance, but comfort and styling as well. Here are the details- * New software * Carbon fiber handle body * Comes with both a white and a black grip * Softer steering spring * Multiple [...]
Hey there Futaba fanatics, did you know that Futaba has a New Headquarters here in the USA? That’s right, their new headquarters is located in good old Huntsville, Alabama and is Now Up and Running. Dealers can get Futaba products through Futaba USA, as can consumers. Futaba posted a short video on their FB Page earlier today showing off [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the DX5 Pro. The Pro version of the DX5 is loaded with features, as well as a slew of ergonomic upgrades. The video below goes over some of the high points on the Pro like its different drive modes and highly adjustable ergonomic features. After watching the video you can hit This Link to get more [...]
Looking for a killer new transmitter that doesn’t crush your bank account? If so, Spektrum has just announced the DX5 Pro. The new DX5 Pro comes with more ergonomic options than previous units. These allow you to tailor the fit of the radio to your hands and driving style. Combine the improved ergonomics with a plethora of advanced features, plus [...]
Now being teased by KO Propo is a new Laydown Trigger for their modular competition radios. Over the last year or so, there has been more talk among the industry of changing the traditional layout on transmitters. The theory behind this is that our current triggers are not optimal for control, so various radio manufacturers have been looking into other [...]
Sanwa has been teasing the M17 for several weeks, now more details have been released. Last week the M17 was shown at the Shizouko Hobby Show. It turned heads with a number of new features, here are some of its highlights- * World record fastest response speed * Full color display * Touch screen display * Detachable trigger * SSL Code 5 & 10 * SDHC [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the updated DX6R. Around our offices we currently have four people using a DX6R as their primary transmitter, and for good reason – it has lightening speed, it sports incredibly versatile ergonomics, and it is Android based, allowing the use of thousands of apps. The latest version of the DX6R comes with Spektrum’s RaceWare 2.0 [...]
