Newly announced over at KO Propo is the EX-NEXT Black Special Edition Radio System. This top of the line transmitter from KO Propo comes with black pearl paint and has a matt texture for even more of a high-end feel. Also new on this edition of the EX-NEXT is an aluminum steering wheel that has a modern look. The new [...]
New from Exotek Racing are Aluminum Steering Blocks and Aluminum Steering Cranks for the Team Associated B6.4 race buggy. Both of these units are made from high quality aluminum and are much tougher than the stock parts. Here are the highlights- Exotek Aluminum B6.4 Steering Blocks * Made from CNC machined 7075 aluminum alloy * Provides extra durability and precision * Polished and anodized [...]
As my collection of smaller-scale R/C crawlers grows, so does my collection of 1.0" wheels and tires. If you’re overrun by tiny tires, check out Injora’s Carbon Fiber Tire Storage Rack for 1/24 and 1/18 R/C crawler tires. Combining stylish carbon fiber end plates and aluminum cross-bars, this tire rack is an excellent companion for any small-scale R/C enthusiast. Two colors [...]
Recently announced by Kyosho is the 1/8 Inferno MP10 TKI3 Buggy Kit. Known as Kanai san’s ultimate choice for a nitro 1/8th buggy, the MP10 TKI3 is loaded with updates to increase speed and reliability. Here are the highlights- * New low profile body * New 43T/13T differential gears * Smaller center diff * Lightweight 46 tooth spur gear * New 18T/12T center differential gears * [...]
The good folks over at Horizon Hobby have posted a new Motorama 2023 Demonstrations Video on their YouTube channel. The video showcases some of the various demonstrations that Horizon put on during Motorama. From racing 1/5 scale gas powered Losi trucks, to some insane airplane flying antics, the Horizon Hobby crew went big to show the crowd just how cool [...]
New from ARC is the A10-23 1/10 Touring Car Kit. The A10-23 comes on an entirely new platform and was designed to get the center of gravity even lower, as well as to increase mechanical grip. Here are more highlights- * New single piece upper deck * All new X-Low shocks * New lower shock towers * Low profile anti-roll bar * Kevlar drive belt * [...]
Recently announced by JConcepts is the JCI Tucked 1995 Ford F-150 Clear Body. Perfect for all you Ford fans out there, the JCI Tucked F-150 was designed for high-end performance while out on the trail. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Clear, pre-trimmed body with protective film * Body measures 7.5” in center section width * 12.3” wheelbase * Fits a [...]
What is going on everyone! With Beat The Creek around the corner, it is time to get the rigs that will be making the trip ready. REEFS RC sent over a bunch of servos to the scale shop, one of them being a RAW 500. The RAW 500 is extremely reliable and is one of my favorite servos to use [...]
Coming soon from JConcepts is a 1978 Chevy K10, Tuck Clear Body. Designed for competition based builds, the K10 has a classic look that has been modified for performance. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Chevrolet * Clear, pre-trimmed body with protective film * Body measures 7.5” center section width * 12.3” wheelbase * Fits a variety of crawler truck platforms * Scale inspired [...]
Injora has introduced a new chassis conversion kit that will help you transform your Traxxas TRX-4M into a more traditional rock crawling rig. The Kangaroo Carbon Fiber Chassis Frame Kit (#4M39) serves up lightweight, durable performance with plenty of customized setup options. This chassis kit is a major shift in design when compared to the standard TRX-4M chassis. No longer supporting [...]
New from Injora is a set of Stainless Steel High Clearance Links for the Axial AX24 (#AX24–01SR). If you could use a little more ground clearance on your small-scale crawler, these suspension links look like a great way to improve both performance and style. Made of a combination of steel (link shafts) and plastic (rod ends), these steel suspension links are [...]
As it is nearly May, the crew at XRay is now starting to drop new models for 2024. The first of their 2024 model releases is for their 1/8th scaled XT8 Bruggy/Truggy Kit. This beast of a race machine can use either a traditional truggy, or a new style bruggy style body, and of course is set-up to win at [...]
The folks over at Mon-Tech Radcing have announced the 1/12th scaled RS01 GT12 Clear Body. Designed for hardcore GT12 racing, the RS01 features a hot supercar look. Here are more highlights- * Fits 1/12 pan cars * Available in standard or lightweight versions * Molded from a high quality polycarbonate * Comes with decals for headlights and grill * Includes window masks * Comes with rear [...]
The crew at RC4WD recently posted a new video to celebrate Earth Day. As many of you scale crawlers know, enjoying nature while rock crawling is a lot of fun. On Earth Day, many people focus on helping to clean up existing trails, or to simply help with trail maintenance. Watch the video below to see the RC4WD crew at [...]
Over at Traxxas they have posted a new XRT 8s Freestyle Session Video. The new video showcases the XRT 8S and was filmed inside a concrete skate park. Watch the video below to see the XRT pulling wheelies, getting huge air, as well as sending-it for multiple flips. With big brushless power and massive suspension, the XRT is more than [...]
