1 RC Racing has announced the 1/18 Late Model 3.0 Clear Body Set. The 3.0 version has been updated to look more like modern late model 1:1 race cars, while also providing serious on-track performance. Here are the highlights- * Specifically designed for the 1 RC 1/18 Dirt Late Model * Reflects the latest designs seen on 1:1 dirt racetracks * Features a [...]
The teasing is over and DragonPunch RC has released full details on their upcoming 1/10 XX^2 Founders Edition Vintage Buggy Conversion Kit. Designed for modern vintage racing, the XX^2 features high-end build materials, while still maintaining that classic vibe. Here are the highlights- * Founder Edition – Only 25 of these kits will be produced * Beautiful silver carbon fiber chassis * Uniquely [...]
New from the Team Associated crew is the 1/10th scaled DC10 Classic Kit. Sporting a hot looking muscle car body and a very capable RWD drift chassis, this version of the DC10 is sure to be a big hit for all you drift fans out there. Here are the highlights- * New 2mm gold anodized aluminum flex chassis included * Classic white [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 2026 edition of their 1/8 Inferno MP10e Brushless Readyset. Fully painted and assembled for your convenience, this high performance brushless buggy is perfect for bashing or local racing. Check out these highlights- * Optimized front-to-rear weight balance * Pre-painted Inferno MP10e body with excellent aerodynamics * New servo and brushless motor with proven reliability * 2.4GHz KT-331P pistol-grip [...]
Over at Traxxas they have uploaded a new New Traxxas Mini Rally VXL Colors! video. Now available in red, gray, or blue, the Traxxas Mini Rally VXL Ford RS200 RTR has a fully licensed body to go along with a powerful VXL brushless system under the hood. Ready for dirt, pavement, or a mix of both, the Traxxas Mini Rally [...]
New from Team Associated are FT Rear Hubs for off-road racing platforms. These high-end Factory Team rear hubs offer a new -4 offset and are extra beefy to eliminate DNFs. These are available in black or blue and in standard or HRC geometry. You can use this link to get full details on the Team Associated FT Rear Hubs, or you [...]
Over at DragonPunch RC they are teasing a new 2WD Vintage Buggy Kit. The DragonPunch crew has slowly been releasing teaser images, with the one above being the last teaser before full details are released. While Team Associated has been totally dominating the vintage market, Losi fans have been left behind. After its full release tomorrow, we expect the Losi [...]
The good folks at Yokomo have released details on their upcoming 1/10 Pandem Nissan Fairlady Z (RZ34) Drift RTR. With a fully licensed Fairlady body, and a highly capable RWD drift chassis underneath, the new Yokomo is ready for hours of slideways fun. Available in either red or blue, the Yokomo crew have included a new beefier ESC to further [...]
Happy Tuesday all! Welcome to The Backyard. (Sorry for the delay, I couldn’t get something up on Friday due to some last minute running around I had to do!) There’s no doubt that AI has plenty of legitimate uses, and it’s clearly here to stay. I’m not here to argue either of those points, and I want to put that qualifier [...]
Over at Hitec they have uploaded a new Matt Francis Talks Vintage RC, Memories & Motivation! video. Matt Francis is a true legend in rc racing and a while back he got a chance to talk vintage rc with Mike Mayberry from Hitec. Watch the video below to hear Francis talk about his life after rc, as well as his [...]
New over at Maverick RC is the 1/18th scaled Mini King Ford Bronco Big Kahuna 4400 RTR. This small scaled monster truck has that hot Big Kahuna styling and is sized to be driven just about anywhere. Here are the highlights- * Fully RTR with TF-706 Radio Set * 7.4v 800mAh 35C LiPo pack and USB charger * 1:18th fully licensed replica * Big [...]
Injora has kicked open the floodgates for SCX30 upgrades and has a sharp set of Stainless Steel Driveshafts (SCX30–01) available for anyone looking to spruce up the underside of their 1/30 crawler (not to mention make it darn near bulletproof). Made of stainless steel, these telescoping driveshafts feature a bright silver finish with the Injora logo etched into the barrel. These [...]
New over at INOV8 RC is the 3DX Carbon Steering Wheel for the FlySky Noble/Noble Pro. This ultra-trick steering wheel is made from carbon fiber and is an easy way to customize your FlySky. * Uses INOV8’s signature 3DX Carbon Encapsulated Technology * Lightweight design * Sized similar to the stock wheel * Stock foam fits seamlessly * Metallic silver outer ring * INOV8 logo [...]
Now shipping over at CEN Racing is the 1/16th scaled Ford M-Sport Puma Rally 1 RTR. This small scale rally machine has hot Red Bull livery and comes stock with a 3600kV brushless motor. Here are more highlights- * Officially licensed Ford and M-Sport product * Wheelbase – 188mm * Width – 140mm * Weight – 580 grams * ESC by Hobbywing & servo by [...]
Jevries Scale Lowriders and 3D Mosk Customs have teamed up once again to release another Interior Kit for the Redcat SixtyThree Hopping Lowrider. This multi-piece interior detail kit serves up even more scale detail to help you fully customize your R/C lowrider. Made of durable polycarbonate, this interior set features molded details and allows you complete creative freedom to paint and [...]
