While MCD Racing is best known for their 1/5th large scale products, they have been teasing a new 1/8th scaler for some time. Recently the crew at MCD posted a bunch of pictures of their upcoming 1/8 Octox GT-E On-Road Kit. The Octox GT-E is an all-new take on 8th scale on-road, using high quality parts designed to last. While [...]
Over at Kyosho they have announced the 1/10 AXXE 2.0 RTR Buggy. THE Cub Reporter and I have been driving/bashing/thrashing our original AXXE buggies for several years now and always have a blast while doing so. The new 2.0 version has been slightly updated to help increase the user experience. Here are the details- * Updated battery tray * Upgraded 6kg high-torque [...]
New from Kyosho is the 4.0 Version of their Inferno Neo VE RTR Buggy. This beastly 8th scaler is perfect for hardcore bashing, or for putting in laps around the track. Check out these highlights- * Thicker front shock tower to increase crash resilience * New body design available in two vibrant color schemes * Perfect for drivers of all skill levels * Factory-finished [...]
We’re in the dog days of summer, and the days seem to drag on with no end in sight. If you need a pick-me-up, here’s a deal from Redcat that’s worth sharing. Now through the end of September (2024), you can save some serious cash on select Redcat models, including the Gen9 International Scout 800A, the RDS Competition Spec Drift Car, [...]
Just announced by Element RC is the Builders Kit 3. The Builders Kit 3 is great for those wanting to build their own rig, or those wanting to modify their build from the very start. The version 3 comes with numerous updates to improve performance, as well as durability. Here are the highlights- * GKS shock towers in front and rear * [...]
New from FTX RC is the 1/10th scaled EVO30 Street/Drift 4WD RTR. The EVO30 comes in both an affordable brushed version, as well as a high-power brushless version. Check out these highlights- * 99% ready-to-run * FTX 2.4ghz 5-channel radio system * Etronix 3300Kv brushless motor or 17T 550 brushed * Hobbywing ESC * Voltz battery pack & charger * Etronix waterproof metal geared servo * Gyro [...]
Shipping once again from Kyosho is the 1/10 Turbo Optima 4WD Buggy Kit. This vintage blast from the past is back again after first being released in 1986, then coming back again in 2019. Here are some highlights- * 7th model in Kyosho’s Vintage Series * Gold anodized parts come standard * New block pattern tires * New threaded shock bodies * Parts have been [...]
Four years since its release, Redcat is giving its flagship R/C lowrider a refresh. The SixtyFour “Classic 64 Edition” Chevy Impala Hopping Lowrider not only sports three new color options, but it also has new wheels, tires, servos, and some mechanical tweaks as well. The most obvious update to the SixtyFour has to be the colors. Two of the color options [...]
Now shipping from 1RC Racing is the 1/18 Super Modified RTR. The 1RC Super Modified RTR has the scale look you want, plus plenty of performance under the hood. Here are the highlights- * 8700Kv brushless motor * 2.4GHz radio gear * Stand alone ESC * Fully ball bearing equipped * 230mAh NiMh 6.0 volt battery w/ charger * Decal sheet with graphics and numbers * Tool [...]
Now shipping from Boom Racing is a Team Sport Jacket. The Boom Racing Team Jacket is available in sizes ranging from medium, all the way up to 8XL for you big fellas. Loaded with pockets and storage areas, the Boom Racing Team Jacket is perfect for the trail, or your local bash spot. Here are the highlights- * Ideal for wearing [...]
The crew at Kyosho has started teasing the re-release of their classic 1/12 Plazma MKIII Limited Alpha-2 Pan Car Kit. The original Plazma MKIII was released in 1987 and the new version has received a few updates to bring it into the brushless/LiPo era. * Carbon fiber main chassis * Front kingpin with rear A-type suspension * Adjustable rear shock * Carbon fiber upper [...]
If you like adding brass to your 1/18-scale R/C crawler, you’re going to love this new release from Injora. A Brass & Aluminum option has been added to their ModuWheel lineup, giving you the opportunity to add even more weight to your rig while also giving it some added bling. Made of machined brass and aluminum, these wheels feature a replaceable [...]
New over at Avid Racing is a Shock Rebuild Kit for 1/10 Associated buggies. The new Avid kit includes everything needed for a full shock rebuild, in just one package. Here are the highlights- * Includes a pair of 3×23 and 3×27.5 Avid chrome shock shafts * Includes Avid machined shock spacers * Includes Avid X-ring seals * Includes Avid Slop O-Ring Grease * Grease [...]
The good folks at KO Propo have announced a new collaboration with rc legend Atsushi Hara. Hara drove for KO Propo from 1996 to 2006 and is now back with the company for a special transmitter project. While the new radio system is still in the teaser stage, we can’t wait to see what kind of special features this release [...]
Over at Kyosho they are teasing a Kyosho America 20th Anniversary Limited Edition 1/10 Ultima’87 WC Worlds Spec 2WD Kit. This special edition Ultima kit is expected to start shipping in November and is another great addition to Kyosho’s vintage line-up. Kyosho has not released any details at this point, so we’ll have to wait a bit to see if [...]
