Over at HoBao Racing they have announced the 1/7 Extreme VTE2 V2 ARR. This large scale on-roader comes in ARR form and is loaded with heavy duty parts. Here are the highlights- * New lightweight rear floating body mount * New front and rear splash guards * New adjustable side body supports * 3-position adjustable battery stopper * New ESC top tray * New 3mm hard [...]
Over at Traxxas they have announced a new BL-2s Brushless Power System that will be powering a new line-up of Slash 4×4, Rustler 4×4, and Stampede 4×4 brushless models. The BL-2s power system offers up to 60% more speed with even faster acceleration. * Fan-cooled ball bearing motor * Traxxas Quick Connect Motor Plug * More efficient for longer run times * No motor [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a 1/24 1987 Ford F-250 BIGFOOT Street Cruiser Clear Body. This highly detailed and fully licensed BIGFOOT body is sized to fit 24th scaled vehicles. Check out these highlights- * Fits the Axial SCX24 and is intended for use on small scale crawlers * Includes BIGFOOT 4×4 logo decal sheet & separate Street Cruiser decal * Officially licensed [...]
Hey gang and Happy Thursday! I received a couple questions last week from a long time reader and I’ve been meaning to talk about one of the topics for awhile but didn’t know how to slip it into a column, so this is the perfect chance. These questions come courtesy of “The Trail Rat”. I am getting into radio control monster [...]
Now available for pre-order from Pro-Line are 1/24 & 1/18 Big Bore Scaler Shocks. Pro-Line has released two new sizes of Big Bore Scaler Shocks to fit vehicles like the SCX24, AX24, and TRX-4M. Here are the highlights- Pro-Line 1/24 Big Bore Scaler Shocks (4) * Part number – #PRO639100 * Street Price – $44 * Ultimate performance AX24 or SCX24 shocks * CNC machined [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is the JCI Power Master Cab Only Body. This retro classic body is highly versatile and offers plenty of clearance for hardcore crawling. Here are the highlights- * Powerful look with a retro vibe * Clear, pre-trimmed body with protective film * Short over-hang to accommodate terrain * V-shape nose for tire and steering clearance * Round cab for crawling forgiveness * [...]
Over at Axial they have announced a 1/24 SCX24 Flat Bed Trailer. This full featured flat bed trailer comes with LED lighting, hitch, and hide-away ramps. Here are more highlights- * Flat bed design * Fully assembled and ready to use * Able to transport any SCX24, AX24, or similarly sized vehicle * Realistic LED running lights * Includes hitch and hide-away ramps * Many functional [...]
New from Axial is a SCX24 Dodge Power Wagon 4WD RTR. This retro classic has impressive scale realism and comes with new oil shocks, as well as Pro-Line wheels and tires. Here are more highlights- * Detailed Power Wagon 4-door molded ABS hard body * Oil-filled shocks * Pro-Line Interco Super Swamper tires * Pro-Line Impulse Bead-Loc wheels * Overlanding rack and accessories * Spektrum SLT2 [...]
Over at Cross RC they are now teasing the 1/10 NT4 Scale Off-Road Kit. With a standard 313mm wheelbase and 120mm tall Mud Crawler tires, the NT4 is designed to be highly capable out on the trail. Sporting plenty of approach (56°) and departure angle (66°) from it’s body and chassis, the NT4 can take on the gnarliest trails you [...]
New from Max Speed Technology is a GR86 Pandem V1.5 Clear Wide Body. The new GR86 from MST is ready for pre-order and is available in clear, or along with one of their FXX 2.0 or RMX 2.5 kit/ARR/RTRs. Sporting a hot wide body look and serious scale realism, this GR86 is perfect for your next on-road or drift build. [...]
Recently announced by Team Saxo is the 1/10th scaled MF-1-200 Mini F1 Car Kit. The new MF-1-200 comes with “mini” style proportions and has a wheelbase set at 210mm. Based on their F1-180 chassis, this M-chassis sized F1 car is designed for both speed and fun. The Team Saxo 1/10 MF-1-200 Mini F1 Car Kit is street priced at $229 and [...]
Over at MIP, Eustace and his crew have released a 5.0mm and 5.5mm Turnbuckle Wrench Video. MIP has long been known to have the best hex drivers on the market and their 5.0 and 5.5mm turnbuckle wrenches (street priced at $15 each) are built to the same high standard. Watch the video below to learn more on how the MIP [...]
The Element RC Enduro Bushido Trail Truck is now available in Green. It’s no secret that I’m an 80’s nostalgia nut. And by the looks of it, so is Element RC. We missed our first chance at the Bushido when it came out, but not this time! So, lets jump in a see what this little green truck has to [...]
Add style to your Tamiya BBX with Yeah Racing’s new Aluminum Servo Mount (#TABB-003BU). This blue-anodized upgrade part adds strength and durability to the BBX, letting you run even harder with your R/C buggy. Sold in pairs, this servo mount is made from CNC-machined aluminum and features a bright blue anodized finish with exposed silver accents. Learn more about Yeah Racing’s Aluminum [...]
Now shipping from Fair RC is a White Wedding Modified Land Rover Series II RTR. This hand modified Land Rover has incredible scale appeal and sports a special “white wedding” paint scheme. Check out these highlights- * Custom painted in cream-white * Choice of black, white, or dark green roof * Electroplated bumpers and headlights * Ultra-fine scale detailing * Simulated body rivets * Simulated door [...]
