New from the good folks at Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled DB01SR Chassis Kit. The DB01SR is a twin belt 4wd design that comes loaded with upgrade parts. Here are the highlights- * 2-belt drive with identical belts * Includes hop-up option parts for outstanding off-road performance * #54018 DB01 slipper clutch set * Steel gear differentials front and rear * Square battery packs can [...]
Over at Carisma they have uploaded a new Carisma M48S Subaru WRC 1997 video. The Carisma Subaru has been updated with a new ARC-3 3S brushless ESC featuring an XT60 connector and of course the car comes with a beautifully sculpted Subaru WRC body. Watch the video below to see the Subaru WRC do massive power slides and just plain [...]
Over at Mardave they have announced the Venom Pulse LMGT3 Kit. This affordable pan car is big on performance and comes loaded with carbon fiber parts. Check out these highlights- * High grade carbon CSC chassis * Single bolt hex drive carbon axle * Multiple flex settings for top deck * Updated front end from the MD-24 mini * New front beam and brace improves [...]
The good folks over at HPI Racing have announced the return of their Licensed Porsche Clear Bodies. These classic Porsche bodies are highly scale accurate and can give you a bunch of new body choices for your next custom build. HPI Racing 1/10 Porsche Re-Release Bodies 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR – #108370 Porsche 911 turbo (997) – #17527 Porsche 911 GT3 RS – [...]
Over at Traxxas they have announced a special BL‑2s Price Drop + Free Battery & Charger Promotion. If you’ve been waiting to pick up a new 2wd BL-2s Traxxas model, now is the time. Traxxas has price dropped numerous BL-2s vehicles, plus added a free battery and charger to make the deal even sweeter. Featured Models In Promotion BIGFOOT 1/10 BL‑2s Stampede 2WD [...]
From high-end crawling to big-air bashing to small-scale monster trucking, the RC world is starting to hum again with new releases as we head into Fall! This is great to see, because after the blitz of new releases in Winter/Spring, it was a VERY dry Summer. Let’s take a look at some of the releases from the last week! The Vanquish [...]
New over at FairRC is the 1/18th scaled FCX18 K10 Flatbed Classic Mod RTR. This modified version of the Fair RC K10 comes with a new paint job, upgraded wheels & tires, plus a 3D printed flat bed with spare tire. Here are more highlights- * Driver figure in interior * Polished 1.2″ alloy wheels * Precision 3D printed flatbed * Remote controlled [...]
New from Vanquish Products is the 1/10th scaled VS4-10 Phoenix Portal RTR. The new Vanquish features updated S8E shocks, machined ring & pinion gears, knuckle weights, and new livery. Also of note, while the VS4-10 Phoenix Portal RTR is serious about performance, it is also Vanquish’s lowest priced RTR to date. Here are more highlights- * F10 portal axles * VFD transmission * [...]
Over at Traxxas they have uploaded a new Bandit XL-5 Pure Dirt Fun! video. The Traxxas Bandit is a legend in the rc world because it has helped thousands upon thousands of people get into the rc hobby. The latest version of the Bandit has some hot livery on its body and comes with a Traxxas battery and convenient USB-C [...]
New from Injora is a set of 88mm Oil Shocks with Progressive Springs designed for the Traxxas Mini Maxx & Mini XRT. These shocks should be a great upgrade option for anyone looking for more tuning options and improved durability for their 1/16-scale basher. These shocks feature two sets of springs with different spring rates, aluminum shock bodies, nylon bottom rod [...]
After a bit of teasing Serpent has released full details on their upcoming 1/8 SRX8GT R Kit. The SRX8GT R is a high-end on-road racer designed from the ground up for serious speed. Here are the highlights- * Refined the suspension geometry, transmission, and adjustability * In-line drivetrain increases efficiency * New 4mm thick aluminum chassis * Narrower track width * All new suspension brackets * [...]
New from Injora is their +4mm Front and Rear Planet Axle Set with Brass Steering Knuckles for the Traxxas TRX-4M. If you’ve been eyeing Injora’s 1/24 Planet Axles and wished they could be upscaled for the 1/18-scale TRX-4M, consider that wish granted. Designed non-stock TRX-4M chassis options, this set of axles brings scale looks along with added durability to your smaller-scale [...]
Team Associated just isn’t letting off the gas this year with new announcements! Recently announced by the AE crew is the 1/10 RC10 Las Vegas Edition Race Kit. The RC10 LVE is The Most Exclusive RC10 Ever Released and is only available to paid race participants for the Las Vegas Team Associated Vintage Race this October. Here are the highlights- * [...]
Over at JConcepts Jason and his crew have announced new F2 & S2 series bodies for the 22X race buggy. Check out these highlights- JConcepts F2 Clear Body for the 22X * Original design by JConcepts * Available in standard and light-weight thickness * Tight profile, follows chassis perimeter * Slim nose, fits over top deck and under shock tower * Exclusive cab composition, louvered roof, [...]
Recently announced over at RC4WD are Toyo M-55 Off-Road 2.6″ Scale Tires. These scale realistic tires are fully licensed by Toyo and are a cool new option for upcoming builds. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Toyo Tires * Molded from RC4WD’s advanced X2S³ rubber compound * Diameter: 3.78in / 96.0mm * Width: 1.26in / 32.0mm * Weight: 2.68oz / 45.0g per tire * [...]
