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New from Axial Adventure is the 1/18 UTB18 Capra 4WS 4WD RTR Trail Buggy. The new UTB18 Capra is loaded with not only performance, but also with a hot scale look. Here are the highlights- * Capra performance in a size for indoor/outdoor crawling * 4-Wheel steering * Proven Capra performance * Pre-built ready-to-run with all needed to run inside the box * Officially licensed [...]
New from Maclan Racing are a pair of MDP (Maclan Drift Performance) LiPo Batteries. Specifically designed for hardcore drift action, the new MDP packs can help you raise your sideways game. Here are the highlights- * Ultimate choice for precision, power, and performance in RC drifting * MDP Graphene HV 2S 6400mAH & MDP ULCG Graphene HV 2S 4400mAH * Tailored specifically for [...]
New from RPM is a Rear Bumper Mount for the Traxxas XRT. This beefy bumper mount was designed to be much stronger than the stock part for those extreme bashing sessions. Check out these highlights- * Increased height (19mm) for extra strength * Thicker than stock (5.08mm) * Durable triple loop design where each side has three curves * Three zones of compression per [...]
Redcat used the backdrop of its SEMA 2024 booth to announce the release of its latest 1/18-scale model, the MT-18. Based on the popular Ascent-18, this tiny monster truck shares parts compatibility with its crawler cousin while showcasing some unique traits. The MT-18 features straight, solid axles to give it an appearance that’s in line with 1:1 monster trucks. It also [...]
New from the MIP crew are 4.0mm & 5.0mm Speed Tips. Some of you already know that a good 4.0 (#9214S) and 5.0 (#9215S) hex wrench will get a lot of use while wrenching on 5th scale/large scale trucks. Now the MIP crew is offering their beefy 4.0 and 5.0 in a Gen 2 version. Check out these highlights- * Easy [...]
Just announced by Team Associated is the highly collectable RC10 40th Anniversary Green Edition Kit. The green edition of the classic RC10 is an alternate reproduction of Roger Curtis’s world championship-winning buggy design that helped change the landscape of rc. Here are the highlights- * Special green anodizing on chassis * IFMAR worlds style front knobby tires * Aluminum shock bodies * Chrome [...]
The crew at Tamiya has announced the Re-Release of their TB-05R Touring Car Kit. This high-end shaft driven touring car is loaded with hop-ups to make it track ready, right out of the box. Check out these highlights- * Efficient shaft-driven 4WD chassis * Front or rear motor layouts * Fully bearing equipped * TRF super short, titanium coated race shocks * Carbon fiber reinforced [...]
Over at Team Associated they are now teasing a new Touring Car Kit. Team Associated has been a player in the touring car game for decades, but has tended to be more dominant off-road, than on. Perhaps this new teaser, with the number 8 prominently displayed, with help put AE back on top of the touring car game. As [...]
Over at GL Racing they have announced a very trick 1/28 Formula One Kit. The crew at the Hong Kong based GL Racing have long been into the micro sized race scene and their new Formula One kit is one of the best we’ve seen in small scale. Check out these highlights- * 4 wheel independent suspension * LCG pushrod suspension front [...]
Now being teased over at Capo Racing is the Cub 3 1/18 Mini Tatra 8×8 Kit. This all metal kit is fully 8 wheel drive and both front axles are used for steering. Capo Racing has been pushing the envelope of scale realism since their inception and their upcoming Cub 3 definitely does not disappoint for scale factor. Right now the [...]
New from Injora are their front and rear Brass & Aluminum Portal Axles for the Redcat Ascent-18. These complete axles will give your 1/18-scale crawler a premium appearance overhaul and add down-low weight to keep your rig planted as you navigate gates. The main axle housings are made of machined aluminum, while the portal covers, diff covers, c-hubs, and steering links [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the limited edition 1/10 Range Rover Custom SCA-1E 2.1 RTR. As Carisma’s licensing agreement with Jaguar Land Rover is about to expire at the end of 2024, this is a limited edition release to celebrate all their previous collaborations. With a hot looking scale accurate body, and Carisma’s highly capable SCA-1E 4wd chassis underneath, this [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a P2 Series Clear Body for the SWORKz S35-4 Evo. Right now there are four SWORKz drivers in the top ten of the world 1/8th nitro buggy rankings, thus showing SWORKz is at the top of the 1/8th nitro buggy game. Thankfully JConcepts has all you new SWORKz drivers covered with this trick P2 series [...]
Over at XRay they have announced the 2025 edition of their XB2 Race Buggy Kit. The XB2 has been a winner since its inception and the 2025 edition is fully updated for even more speed and adjustability. Check out these highlights- * 2 Versions – Dirt or Carpet * Thinner 2.0mm aluminum one-piece chassis * Unified mid-length chassis balances rear traction & steering * [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the GT24 2.0 Toyota AE86 H2 Concept RTR. This micro sized fun machine has the hot looks of the electric Toyota AE86 H2 Concept Car and comes with big brushless power under the hood. Check out these highlights- * Replica of Toyota’s AE86 H2 Concept from the Tokyo Auto Salon 2023 * Fully licensed by Toyota * CTX-2000 [...]
