New from Hobbytech RC is the 1/10 X-Mid RTR 2wd Buggy. The new X-Mid comes pre-built and painted to make it fast and easy to get on the track racing. Check out these highlights- * Pre-assembled and pre-painted RTR * 2.4GHz radio gear * Waterproof electronics * Powerful brushless motor * Mid motor placement * Quick access gear differential * 13mm big bore aluminum shocks * Adjustable front [...]
New from Avid Racing are Triad Titanium Wing Screws. The Avid wing screws have been slightly revised and are now 2mm longer and come in black for an extra stylish look. Here are the highlights- * Updated to be 8mm long from the previous 6mm * Minimalist design approach * Low profile head is only 1.5mm thick * OD of the button is reduced [...]
Just announced by 1 RC Racing is the 1/18th scaled Mini Sprint Conversion Kit. The new 1 RC Racing kit makes it easy for you to convert your 1 RC Racing 1/18th Midget to a Mini Sprint. Here are the highlights- * Includes front hood, front wing, rear wing * Comes with all necessary mounting hardware * Includes 3D-printed engine and aluminum exhaust * [...]
New from Roche is the Rapide 1/12 P12V2 Competition Pan Car Kit. The P12V2 has received numerous updates to increase speed and durability. Check out these highlights- * Front graphite lower arm with lightweight pivot ball * Graphite stiff front brace for high traction tracks * Optional flex front brace for low traction * New servo mounting position * 7075 aluminum lightweight kingpin * Single piece [...]
Over at Carten RC they are in teaser mode for their upcoming 1/10 T410D Professional Drift Car. The T410D is a cutting edge rear wheel drive drift machine built from high-end material like carbon fiber and machined aluminum. The upcoming Carten has the motor located high in the rear to give the car a more realistic feel while drifting and [...]
Just announced by JC Racing Products is the 1/10th scaled JC10 Carbon Fiber 2WD Buggy Kit. This ultra-high-end vintage style race buggy is perfect for racing, or for collecting. Here are the highlights- * Developed from the RPM long arm RC10 conversions from the late 1980s * Available in two classic finishes – Black and Ivory * 3 different motor plate color options * [...]
New from Injora is their Carbon Fiber Chassis for the Losi Micro-B. One of the latest additions in their Micro-B upgrade lineup, this chassis has a sleek appearance and offers drastically lower weight compared to the stock chassis plate. This chassis is made of carbon fiber and is a direct replacement for the stock Losi Micro-B chassis. Weighing nearly half as [...]
Over at HPI Racing they have announced Updates to the Second Batch Venture18 Flux. The latest generation Venture18 Flux comes with new waterproof electronics to help keep the fun going, when the trail gets wet. The updates include a new Flux 3500Kv Outrunner brushless motor, which may be a first for a RTR rock crawler. Outrunner brushless motor are well [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10 Peugeot 306 Maxi Kit. This Peugeot 306 Maxi comes on Tamiya’s BT-01 chassis and is realistically set up as a front wheel drive machine. Check out these highlights- * Realistic front motor, front drive configuration * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * Wheelbase – 257mm * Width – 187mm * Lightweight clear polycarbonate body * 6-spoke wheels * Racing radial tires * [...]
New from Serpent is the 1/8th scaled Viper 990e EVO Kit. The 990e EVO is a high-end 4wd 8th scaler that is not only perfect for track racing, but can also make a great base for your next speed run or high speed on-road basher. Here are the highlights- * Updated front and rear arms * Flex shock mounts * Front arms feature [...]
New from Injora are their Aluminum Rear Pin Mounts for the Losi Micro-B for the Losi Micro-B. These all-aluminum suspension pin mounts help provide more durability with a touch of style for your 1/24-scale buggy. Made of machined aluminum, these Rear Pin Mounts feature a black finish with exposed aluminum accents. They are a direct replacement for the stock plastic/nylon pin [...]
Just announced by XRay is the 2025 Version of their 1/8 XB8 Nitro Buggy Kit. 2025 brings a bunch of updates to the XB8 including things like optimized suspension geometry and a new chassis design. Here are the highlights- * New geometry front and rear shock towers * Shorter shocks updated for the new suspension geometry * Updated chassis with split radio box * [...]
New from Reef’s RC is the 1/10th scaled Plague Comp Crawler Body. The new Plague body has vintage styling and is designed for performance and easy recoveries. Here are the highlights- * Molded from 1.2mm thick clear polycarbonate * Long, rounded hood and smoothly contoured cab * Easily customized to fit your style * Can be used in a cab-only configuration, or w/ [...]
Greetings all and happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard, my little slice of nonsense on the Internet. If there is one thing that absolutely grinds my winter r/c projects to a halt, it’s needing to lay down a paint job when the weather is frigid. I currently have 3 projects totally backlogged because of this- a modified 4×4 pulling truck, a mini [...]
New from the good folks at Hitec is the DB951WP High Speed Aluminum Case Digital Brushless Servo. The new DB951WP features high-end performance, while also being waterproof. Check out these highlights- * Superior performance with extraordinary precision * 528 oz-in of torque @ 7.4 volts * Speed of 0.10 sec/60° @ 7.4 volts * Fully waterproof, CNC-machined aluminum case * Hardened steel gears * Efficient [...]
