WRC is teasing an upcoming addition to their lineup in the 1/8-scale GT4. They’ve announced this new platform through a post on their Facebook page, alongside a preview image of the G4 chassis. Although the preview hides quite a bit of detail, it’s easy to guess that the GT4 will be a new touring car option for competitive R/C racers. After [...]
Are you a hardcore extreme basher? Do you make a habit out of taco’ing your truck’s chassis on the weekend? The folks over at Team Corally are upping their game and have announced a new Swiss Made 7075 T6 LWB Upgrade Chassis for their 1/8th line-up of bash machines. The new chassis not only looks tricks, but was also designed [...]
New from Hobbywing is the XeRun XR8 Pro G2 Brushless ESC. The XR8 Pro G2 is a great choice for 1/8th scaled brushless trucks and features all the latest in brushless technology. Here are the highlights- * Constant full-sensored mode when paired with compatible Hobbywing motor * Advanced boost and turbo timing technology * Wireless – Programming, upgrading, and data logging * Powerful internal [...]
Shipping soon from FTX RC is the 1/18th scaled Outback Mini X Texan RTR. This small scale trail machine is perfect for indoor scaling, or for the rigors of the great outdoors. Check out these highlights- * Classic old school 40’s/50’s pick up * Available in either gloss green or matt grey * Factory fitted LED lights * Durable lexan body with clear windows * [...]
REEF’s RC has launched a new set of aluminum beadlock wheels for 1/10-scale R/C crawlers. The 1.9″ Hammer Off-road CNC Wheels feature a stunning, bright aluminum finish and a modern, multi-spoke design. Each wheel features a multi-piece design with two outer ring color options (silver or black). The Hammer Off-road CNC Wheels are priced at $165.99 for a set of four and [...]
Just announced by JConcepts is a line-up of Heritage 21 Hats. JConcepts has announced four new styles in their Heritage 21 line-up, all of which are perfect for the track, or for the trail. Check out these highlights- * Wide selection of styles * Leather patch logo * Available in flat-bill or rounded * Heritage inspired design * Diagonal 21 logo with border design The JConcepts [...]
Now available from Team Corally is the OC-27 HV Full Alloy Case Digital Servo. The new Corally servo was designed specifically for bashing, with durability and affordability in mind. Here are the highlights- * Sturdy CNC machined aluminum case * Steel gears * Ball bearing equipped * High voltage capable – 5.0 to 8.4 volts DC input * Core DC motor * IP67 waterproof * Speed @ [...]
Right now the folks over at Capo Racing are teasing a new 1/18 Off-Road Kit. During the winter months, smaller 1/18th sized crawlers are perfect for indoor driving. The new small scaler from Capo Racing is sure to bring incredible levels of scale realism to the table. Watch the video below to see more details on what just might be [...]
REEF’s RC has launched a new set of aluminum beadlock wheels for 1/10-scale R/C crawlers. The 1.9″ Fury Off-road CNC Wheels feature a bright aluminum finish and a multi-spoke design that’s sure to be a great fit with any style of radio-controlled trail rig. Each of these aluminum beadlock wheels features a multi-piece design with two outer ring color options (silver [...]
JConcepts has released another body option for 190mm touring car racers. Designed to excel on-track, the A2R A-One Racer 2 body features several performance-focused design cues and an overall shape that’s one-of-a-kind. The front-end and hood area of the A2R is quite short, with a steep slope to allow for improved downforce. The front portion of the roof arcs upward, forming [...]
Hey guys, big apologies for missing Monster Truck Madness last week. One of only a few times I’ve ever done that. Been crazy round these parts. I’ve had some e-mails I’ve been hanging onto, some quite lengthy, so this week we are going to have mega-mailbag. Hi Doug, Quick question. The only thing holding me off from buying an LMT are the [...]
Recently announced over at Hobbytech RC is the 1/8th scaled NXT Evo 4S RTR Buggy. The NXT Evo 4S was designed for serious backyard bashing, or for club level racing. Here are the highlights- * KONECT 2200kV brushless motor * 100 amp KONECT 4S LiPo ESC * KONECT metal gear steering servo – 17kg/14sec * Aggressive new body decorated by “Bittydesign” * Front pivot ball [...]
Recently posted by Traxxas is a How to Mount and Glue RC Tires. If you are new to the hobby, or just want to learn some tips and tricks, the “How To” article from Traxxas is a great resource. From monster truck tires, to mounting up a new set of crawling tires, the Traxxas “How To” article can help make [...]
New from JConcepts is a video for their Regulator Chassis Conversion Kit. The Regulator chassis conversion is a great way to increase the performance of your scale Clod Buster based monster truck racer. The conversion kit not only increases performance, but is also highly adjustable for those ever changing track conditions. After the video, use this link to get full details [...]
XRAY has released a new Graphite Chassis T-Brace for their XB4’21 buggy. This upgrade is aimed at improving drivability and front-end stability while also offering plenty of additional adjustability. Depending on the type of track surface you’re running on, there are multiple mounting holes for this brace. Made of carbon fiber, this brace is both lightweight and durable, which should hold [...]
