New from Yokomo is the 1/10 Rookie Speed RS2.0 Chassis Kit with Aluminum Short Shock Conversion. This special version of the RS2.0 includes short shocks to reduce the center gravity, thus increasing corner speeds. Here’s some highlights- * Special version of the popular Rookie Speed RS2.0 * Easy to drive with an affordable price * Front and rear 3.5mm graphite shock towers * Short [...]
New from Maverick RC (a part of HPI Racing) is the 1/24 Scout24 RTR Rock Crawler. This small and affordable rock crawler was designed for serious fun. Here’s the highlights- * Available with either brushed or high-performance Flux brushless power * Compact 1/24 rock crawler built to tackle challenging terrain * Realistic scale looks with capable off-road performance * Oil-filled coilover shocks * Two-speed transmission * [...]
Now available from MIP is a 1/4″ Turnbuckle Wrench Gen 2. This generation 2 turnbuckle wrench features a slim profile and is designed for long lasting durability. Here’s the highlights- * Slim-profile for better access in tight spaces * 1/4″ turnbuckle wrench * Precision-machined steel construction * ±.001″ manufacturing tolerances * Laser-engraved size marking * Color-coded identification ring * Comfortable MIP amber handle * Made in the USA The [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a 1999 Ford F-250 Single Cab MT Clear Body. Featuring iconic Super Duty styling and fully licensed by Ford, this body can give your monster truck race machine a distinct, aggressive look. Here’s the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Designed specifically for 13” wheelbase monster trucks * Fits a variety of 1/10 monster truck platforms * Scale-inspired [...]
All new from Tamiya is the 1/9th scaled Volkswagen Dune Beetle Cross Kit. The Dune Beetle Cross has incredible scale realism and comes on Tamiya’s new BB-02 rear wheel drive chassis. Here’s the highlights- * 1/9 scale rc model assembly kit * Wheelbase: 283mm * New 1.0mm thick polycarbonate body * Race-oriented Beetle with bulging fenders * Roll cage ensures chassis rigidity and protects driver [...]
New from Vanquish Products is a line-up of 1/10 URB Jimmy’s 4X4 Moonbuggy kits. From basic to fully loaded, the URB Jimmy’s 4X4 Moonbuggy is a high-end rock crawling machine right out of the box. Here’s some highlights- * Available in three different trim levels * Licensed 110mm Fox S8I shocks with dual internal springs * 4 wheel steering * Wide F10W axles * Lightweight [...]
Now shipping from Team Associated are RC10B7 FT Caged Thrust Bearing Slipper Conversion & FT 3-Pad Slipper Hubs. The Factory Team caged thrust slipper helps prevent the slipper nut from loosening, while the 3-pad slipper has increased heat dissipation to give a more consistent feel while out on the track. * #92594 – RC10B7 FT Caged Thrust Bearing Slipper Conversion – [...]
The crew over at Kyosho have uploaded a new Fazer D2 Chassis Kit／D2 Slide at Futaba Video for your viewing enjoyment. The Fazer D2 is a RWD drift machine from Kyosho designed for serious performance. Watch below to see it in action at Futaba’s drift track where is slides through corners with precision. Featuring an easily adjustable wheelbase, the Fazer [...]
The good folks over at JConcepts have uploaded a new Reactor Retro Monster Truck Tips & Tricks – Choosing Tires video. Watch below to see JC owner Jason Ruona, along with Fred Reep, talk about all the ins and outs of choosing the right monster truck tire for your build. No matter if you are looking just for scale realism, [...]
New from Injora are their 1.9" Turbine Deep Dish Wheels (W1915) for 1/10-scale R/C crawlers and trail trucks. While these wheels have an old-school design, they should look right at home on just about any model of crawler. Made of machined aluminum, these wheels feature a multi-piece design with inner and outer faces, an inner ring/barrel, and a wheel hub. Three [...]
Now being teased by Cross RC are the 1/6th scaled EMO XX & EMO XXL Ultra Kits. The Ultra version of these giant off-road machines comes with numerous upgrades to increase durability and off-road capability. Here’s some highlights- * EMO XXL 6×6 Ultra Kit Wheelbase – 750mm (29.5″) * EMO XXL 6×6 Ultra Kit Width – 392mm (15.4″) * EMO XX 4×4 Ultra [...]
Over at Hitec they have uploaded a Charger Lab: RDX4 Mini RC LiPo Charging 101 promotional video. The 4-port RDX4 Mini might be small in size, but it packs some serious power. Watch below to learn more about all the features the RDX4 Mini comes with, plus how to use it on all your batteries. Use this link to get full [...]
Now available from Vanquish Products are 2.2″ Toyo Tires Open Country R/T PRO rock crawling tires. These are fully licensed and are available in two different rubber compounds. Here’s some highlights- * 4.9” tall x 1.75″ wide x 2.2″ wheel bead diameter * Available in super soft Red or soft White rubber compounds * Medium density open cell foam inserts * Fits 2.2″ rock crawler [...]
New over at JConcepts is the Striker Pink/Blue T-Shirt. This retro inspired t-shirt was designed to look good out on the trail or down at the track. Here’s the highlights- * Black 100% cotton T-shirt * Bold pink and blue retro-inspired front graphic * Detailed Team JConcepts Racing buggy artwork * JConcepts logo featured on the back * Front and back graphics * Classic throwback racing [...]
Now shipping from Team Associated is a Factory Team Drift CNC Aluminum Flex Chassis. The engineers at Team Associated have worked up this upgrade chassis to provide consistent flex characteristics for your DC10 drift machine. Here’s the highlights- * Most consistent Flex Chassis on the market * Made from high grade aluminum * Strategic flex design * Consistent flex, stability and rebound * Yields snappy [...]
