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Recently announced by Tamiya is a Mercedes-Benz G 500 with a pre-painted Bright Gun Metal Body. The G 500 comes on Tamiya’s easy to build CC-02 4wd chassis and has a nicely scaled body. Here are more highlights- * Pre-painted polycarbonate body * Plastic molded grill, side mirrors, & spare tire cover * Comes with TLU-01 LED light kit * Realistic ladder style frame * [...]
New from Redcat Racing is the 1/10th scaled Wendigo Brushless Solid Axle RTR Rock Racer. The Wendigo uses solid axles front and rear, along with a steel frame chassis and oversized suspension components, to give you a totally scale rock racing experience. Here are the highlights- * Full roll cage * True to scale rock racer * Realistic cock pit * Threaded oil filled [...]
After a bit of teasing, JConcepts have announced a Finnisher series clear body for the Losi Mini-T 2.0. The Mini-T 2.0 Finnisher body allows you to put on your very own custom paint scheme, plus it was designed to enhance handling. Take a look at these highlights- * Slight cab forward design w/ raked windshield * Front hood scoop * Recessed windows * Drop-on [...]
Recently announced by Pro-Line are Trencher LP 3.8″ All Terrain Mounted Tires. The low profile version of P-L’s 3.8″ Trenchers are a perfect fit for the Traxxas Maxx, as well as other monster trucks with a 17mm wheel hex. Here are more highlights- * Aggressive Trencher tire tread * Tires molded in P-L’s soft M2 rubber compound * Low profile sidewall for improved [...]
Coming soon from Pro-Line are Raid 2.2″/3.0″ Black 6×30 Removable Hex SC Wheels. The Raid wheels are quite versatile and allow for changes in hex sizes, as well as offsets. Here are more highlights- * Fits short course trucks like the Traxxas Slash 2wd & 4wd * Two most common offsets are included * Hubs fit all of Pro-Line’s 6×30 wheels * Made from [...]
Coming soon to a hobby shop near you are Pre-Mounted Badlands MX28 HP 2.8″ Belted Tires from Pro-Line. Pro-Line Badlands are known across the bashing world as some of the best tires that you can use for traction. Now, being fully belted, they are better than ever before. The 2.8″ sized pre-mounts are a great fit for trucks like the [...]
For all you 8S ARRMA Kraton owners out there, Pro-Line has dropped two new releases just for you! New from Pro-Line is the Pre-Cut Brute Clear Body, as well as a White Pre-Cut Brute Bash Armor Body. Both are a drop-on fit for the 8S version of the Kraton and both feature rugged Brute styling. Pro-Line Pre-Cut Brute Clear Body * Made [...]
The crew over at JConcepts have just dropped new scale crawling wheels. Their new beadlock wheels are named Colt and are sized for 1.9″ tires. Take a look at these features- * 8 spoke “wagon” design * 12mm wheel hex * Designed to fit 1.9″ tires * Beadlock design * Center cap included * Comes with metric assembly hardware Street priced at just $17, you can click [...]
Coming soon from Pro-Line is a Pre-Cut 1967 Ford F-100 Race Truck Clear Body. This classic Ford was designed as an easy drop-on install for the venerable Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer. Here are the highlights- * Fully licensed by Ford * Classic off-road look * Iconic flat front grill and wide fender flares * Comes in clear awaiting your custom livery * Fully pre-cut for [...]
New and hot from Pro-Line is a Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited Rubicon Clear Body. The new JL styled body was designed to fit 12.3″ wheelbase off-road trucks, take a look at these features. * Fully licensed by Jeep * All new rear tail-light & tail-gate design * New hood details, bigger windows, high clearance fenders * Made from crystal clear polycarbonate The Pro-Line Jeep [...]
A quick heads up, the Big Squid RC Crew will be attending the RCX Expo in April of 2020! We haven’t done an event in Cali in a few years and were pretty excited to get out there, meet the fans and have a good time. Here are some details: The RCX show is April 25-26, 2020 from 10 am [...]
Coming this April from Spektrum is a DX3 Smart 3-Channel Transmitter. This Smart version of the DX3 comes with a SR315 receiver and was designed for budget conscious drivers that are looking to try Spektrum’s new Smart Technology. Here are the highlights- * New styling w/ improved ergonomics * Foam covered wheel for increased control * DSMR Technology for superior range and response * [...]
Coming this March to a hobby shop near you is the Tamiya Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. The 1/10th scaled Karmann Ghia is a true classic that is rarely found in the rc world. Of note, the Tamiya comes in kit form with a realistic rear wheel drive M-06L chassis. * Metal-plated wheels * 60D radial tires front, 60D super grip tires rear * 3-piece [...]
Here is a great idea to help celebrate Leap Day. The folks over at Traxxas have announced a Leap Day Challenge! The Leap Day Challenge invites you to share your biggest Traxxas jumps by using the #TraxxasLeap on your Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter posts. The Traxxas crew will look them over and pick some to share on Leap Day. Traxxas posted [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050 Hybrid 2019 Kit. This particular kit helps to celebrate Toyota’s second win at the world famous 24 Hours of Le Mans. Take a look at these features- * Updated Le Mans winning livery * Multi-piece polycarbonate body * Separate shark fin, canard, light case & wing components * ABS plastic molded side mirrors * Double [...]
