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New from JConcepts are 2.2″ sized Swiper Dirt Oval Front & Rear Tires. The Swipers represent the latest in dirt oval tire technology and can help you get on the top step of the podium. Here are the highlights- * Deep, directional tread pads * Heavy center bar construction * Grooved and cut tread for versatility * Ultra low-profile carcass for speed and stability * [...]
The good folks over at Kyosho have dropped a video and full details on their upcoming 1/10 4WD Optima Pro Kit. First released back in 1987, the Optima Pro is back for your vintage driving pleasure. Check out these highlights- * 15th model in Kyosho’s Vintage Series * Advanced slim aero body and underbody form * Revised mounting positions of battery & steering [...]
Recently announced by JConcepts is the L8 Night G3 Speedway Body for 1/10th scaled oval racers. The L8 Night G3 has been specifically designed for serious performance, while also providing a realistic look. Here are the highlights- * 22” long not including wing or spoiler * Maximum Width – 10.75″ * Decked “main body” with mock cockpit * Separated offset cab with recessed windows [...]
Injora’s going all-in on brushless power upgrades for 1/14 and 1/18-scale crawlers. Hot on the heels of their Purple Viper Brushless Motor release, they’ve unveiled the Fat Viper, a outrunner-style brushless motor for the Traxxas TRX-4M. With a larger diameter and a shorter length than the Purple Viper and other 180-sized brushed motors, the Fat Viper offers improved torque and [...]
Over at Team Associated they have released a Trophy Rat RTR – Racing through the PNW Woods promotional video. The Trophy Rat comes with a patinaed body and sports a high performance RWD off-road chassis. Watch below to see the Trophy Rat sending it WFO through the woods, throwing big roost, and going hard over rough terrain. Combining a [...]
New from Tamiya is a New RC Model Coming Soon! promotional video. The video below is being used to tease the much anticipated Hornet Evo buggy. The Hornet Evo comes with a slew of revisions to increase durability, as well as performance. Tamiya fans are known to be a diehard group and they should be stoked to see this updated [...]
The big news out of Traxxas is their announcement of the 1/10 4-Tec Drift RWD RTR. This hot looking drift machine is highly scale realistic and comes on a new 4-Tec RWD drift chassis. Check out these highlights- * Advanced TSM drift technology * Included wireless module for custom drift modes * New rear-wheel-drive 4-Tec 200mm chassis * Clipless Mustang body * All-new front suspension [...]
New from Injora is their Stainless Steel Drive Shaft set for the FMS FCX24M. Designed for the longer wheelbase Discovery, Range Rover, and Defender 110, this driveshaft upgrade provides a durability boost over the stock nylon driveshafts. Made from machined stainless steel, these driveshafts offer a stylish way to enhance the FCX24 M’s drivetrain durability without reducing its performance. A sleeved [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are 2.2″ Drop Step Stadium Truck Tires. The new Drop Steps are a versatile tire design that works well on looser surfaces. Here are the highlights- * Tire pins are sized for deep or long shag turf conditions * Old school step pin style tire * Industry standard 2.2” bead mounting size * Semi-circle protrusions for side-bite * Incredibly low-profile carcass [...]
Hello everyone and Happy Thursday! Ya know, I’ve been racing solid axle retro monster trucks for 10 years now, and up until last weekend I had never won an actual race day event in that class. That finally changed last Sunday! And wouldn’t you know it, I wasn’t even driving my own truck, ha. I won the day’s Trigger King R/C Retro [...]
The crew at Pro-Line are proud to announce 1.9″ Pre-Mounted Badlands MX Buggy Tires for the mighty Typhon GROM. These motocross inspired tires are perfect for loose surfaces and come pre-mounted for your convenience. Here are the highlights- * Motocross-inspired tread design * Incredible traction on loose, loamy, or muddy terrain * Aggressive 10-spoke wheel design * Designed to take a beating * Improved wear [...]
Just announced by Pro-Line is a 1979 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 Clear Body/Cage. The FJ40 has a highly scale realistic body to go along with it’s tough plastic roll cage. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Toyota * Scale interior with molded seats, separate dash, & windshield * Trail cage & scale molded accessories included * Made in the USA, since 1982 * [...]
The crew at RC Maker have posted another teaser image of their upcoming 1/10 SP1 Touring Car and SP1-F FWD Kits. The SP1 and SP1-F are both top level on-road rigs that are made from high-end materials for exceptional performance. August 1st is the official full announcement date and also the day when RC Maker will start taking pre-orders. You can [...]
New from Pro-Line is a 1/10 2001 Jeep Cherokee 12.3” WB Clear Body. The classic lines of the Jeep Cherokee have been faithfully reproduced on this fully licensed body that is sized to fit most 1/10th scale crawlers. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed 2001 Jeep Cherokee * Scale Jeep details and classic lines * Detailed decal sheet * Includes window masks * Made [...]
Attention tiny truck fans, Injora has released more upgrades for the Redcat Ascent-18! Their Aluminum-cased Complete Transmission for the Ascent-18 offers enhanced durability and performance from your small-scale crawler. Two transmission options are available, both with steel gears. If you like the speed of the standard transmission, the 13/1 transmission is your answer. If you want to slow things down and [...]