Coming later this month from Hitec Japan is the AD350 Battery Analyzer & Discharger. The AD350 is designed to go along with Hitec’s upcoming X2 AC PLUS V1000 battery charger and can be used to both discharge, as well as get important statistics from your battery packs. Here are the highlights- * Maximum discharge rate – 40 amps * Maximum discharge wattage [...]
New from Carten RC is the 1/10th scaled M210FWD Pro Kit. Made for high-end competition, and loaded with carbon fiber bits, the M210FWD Pro Kit is ready to crush your competitors. Check out these highlights- * Based on Carten’s M210R touring car * Front motor layout for improved weight distribution * Shaft driven, low friction drive train * Wheelbase – 210 to 239mm * Final [...]
REEFS RC has released a new servo that’s perfect for handling the auxiliary functions of your radio-controlled machines. The REEFS RAW100 Mini aims to offer outstanding performance in a smaller package, making it a perfect option for multi-speed transmissions, and dig setups. Slightly larger than its other “mini” servos, the RAW100 Mini still features a smaller footprint than a standard steering [...]
New from RGT Hobby is the 1/10th scaled Challenger RTR Scale Rock Crawler. The Challenger comes with beefy portal style axles and a highly customizable body. Here are more highlights- * Two speed transmission * DIG system * Rear axle locking function * 6.6% overspeed ratio between front and rear wheels * Reverse drive system focused on climbing performance * Two-section hybrid soft and hard shell [...]
Hey folks, Doug here and Happy Friday! Sorry this is coming out a day late, but I was on the road all of yesterday! What is a Retro RC Monster Truck? This is a subject I’ve been wanting to tackle for awhile now. It’s a very opinionated topic in the r/c monster truck world. I recorded a video on the topic and [...]
Over at Team Corally they are now showcasing their line-up of ESC and motor Cooling Fans. The folks at Corally take performance seriously and their cooling fan line-up is no different. With sizes ranging from 25mm up to 40mm, Corally has a fan for nearly any application. Also, select fans in the line-up are made with an aluminum housing for [...]
Now being teased by the folks at Kyosho is a new Mazda Roadster RWD Mini-Z Readyset. The new Mazda Roadster is expected to start shipping early next year and will be available in red premium metallic, or in ceramic white metallic finishes. Just like the full sized car, the Kyosho Mazda comes on a rear wheel drive chassis and sports [...]
New from the folks at Serpent is the 1/8th scaled SRX8 GT 4WD Nitro RTR. This absolute unit of an on-road car packs heavy duty nitro power and comes completely pre-built for your convenience. Check out these highlights- * Top-quality components packed in a ready-to-race package * 2.4 GHz transmitter * Powerful Serpent S21 pull start nitro engine * 3mm 6061 T6 aluminum chassis * [...]
New from Exotek is a Heavy Duty Version 2 Aluminum Steering Set for the Lois Tenacity and Lasernut. The updated V2 unit allows for more suspension travel, as well as improved durability over the stock plastic pieces. Here are more highlights- * Ultimate heavy duty pro style steering set * Supplied with bearings * Includes left, right, and servo cranks * Robustly designed and [...]
Over at LC Racing they are now teasing a new 1/14 BHC-1 2WD Buggy. The BHC-1 is expected to be released in both RTR and roller form, with shipping to start in Q1 of 2023. Here are some highlights- * RTR powered by a brushed 380 sized motor * RTR will be available with either black, or blue livery * High grip turf [...]
New from ARC is the ultra-low center of gravity A10MF FWD Touring Car Kit. This high-end race machine is loaded with carbon fiber parts and was designed from the ground up for incredible performance. Here are some highlights- * Based on ARC’s new A10 platform * Uses a mid-motor layout * Transmission parts are kept as low as possible * Designed for high traction [...]
New from Hobbywing is the QuicRun WP 1080 G2 Brushed ESC. Waterproof to the IP67 standard, the 1080 is a great choice for your next 1/10th scale off-road build. Here are the highlights- * Motor direction is switchable in real time by using idle channel on transmitter * Four different running modes available * Adjustable drag brake in real time * Temperature control upgrade * [...]
The folks over at Traxxas have uploaded a new 65+MPH Trail Run video featuring the Rustler 4X4 VXL. The mighty Rustler 4×4 VXL has a well earned reputation for speed, fun, and durability. The video below shows off just how gnarly the Rustler 4×4 VXL can go, with huge backflips and massive roost around the corners. If you are looking [...]
Over at Kraken RC they have just announced some new 4S 14.8V 9000mAh 100C LiPo Batteries. These were designed to fit Kraken’s burly VESLA.5 brushless rig and are a perfect fit inside the battery trays. With 9,000mAh of capacity for loads of runtime, and a 100C output rating, these are a great choice for running your large scaler. The Kraken 4S [...]
For all you speed run fanatics out there, Delta Plastik has released the 1/10 WR Speed Clear Body. Designed to break records, the WR Speed clear body is sized to fit most 1/10th speed run cars. Here are the highlights- * Total Length – 580mm * Width – 220mm * Molded from 2mm thick Lexan * Body features internal reinforcements * Comes with side wings * [...]
