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For all you rc motorcycle fanatics out there, X-Rider has announced a special 7th Anniversary 1/8 Saturn ARR. X-Rider is the leader in rc motorcycles and their new special edition Saturn is tuned for serious performance. Check out these highlights- * Single sided swingarm * Chassis comes pre-assembled * Metal wheels * High grip tires * Front mechanical brake * Scale exhaust * Waterproof electronics * 35 amp [...]
New from the folks over at Traction Hobby is the 1/8th scaled Tank 300 RTR Scale Crawler. This large scaled crawler has incredible levels of scale detailing and has the extra size that it takes to get over the really gnarly stuff. Here are some highlights- * Goes on pre-sale August 29th * Will be available as an RTR or in Kit [...]
New from JConcepts is an F2 Series Body for 1/8th scaled off-road trucks. Designed for absolute performance, the F2 can help put you on the top step of the podium. Here are the highlights- * Reduced surface area above the shock tower * Designed to fit Mugen, Team Associated, TLR, HB, and Tekno truggies * Carbon fiber adaptors used for a proper fit * [...]
New from Serpent RC is a RTR version of their mighty SRX8-E brushless buggy. The RTR version comes completely pre-painted and assembled to get you on the track with no time wasted. Here are the highlights- * High-end components packed in a Ready-To-Race package * Dragon-RC 2.4GHz pistol type transmitter * Dragon-RC 120 amp waterproof speed controller * Dragon-RC 1900kV brushless motor * Dragon-RC 15kg [...]
New over at Maclan Racing is the M32e Pro 200 Brushless ESC. The M32e Pro 200 was designed to be competitive at the world championship level and is for use in 1/8th scaled off-road vehicles. Here are the highlights- * Lower temperatures than previous model * Silicon coated circuit boards for increased durability * Full aluminum case * Super powerful 8.4 volt BEC * 30mm [...]
As new models are concerned, the yet-to-be-released Redcat TC8 Marksman is a bit of an enigma. Little by little, details have been revealed, but not much in the way of running footage…until now. The Redcat Racing team has posted a quick action video of their latest creation, a 1/8-scale crawler, to their YouTube channel. If you’ve been wondering what this rig [...]
New over at ARC is the mighty 1/8th scaled R8S-21 Electric On-Road Pan Car. The new ARC is perfect for high-end road racing, or for building a gnarly speed run car. Check out these features- * Based off of ARC’s successful R8S platform * New slot-less chassis for added rigidity * New 2.0mm chassis flex plates for increased stability & traction * Body-shell mount [...]
Just announced by ARRMA is a RTR version of their Outcast 6S EXB. The Outcast 6S EXB RTR has all the heavy duty upgrades of the EXB model, but comes ready to bash and loaded with Spektrum electronics. Here are the highlights- * EXB hardened components increase toughness * Heavy-duty all metal drivetrain * Center body support & aluminum center brace * ARRMA motor [...]
Coming later this month from ARRMA is the RTR version of their Talion 6S EXB. The RTR version comes fully loaded electronics, to go along with all those heavy duty EXB upgrade parts. Check out these highlights- * Fully installed, high-quality Spektrum electronics package * Heavy-duty, all metal drivetrain * Center body support & aluminum center brace * EXB anodized 7075 T6 aluminum laser-etched [...]
New from XRay is the 2022 edition of their 1/8th scaled XT8E Electric Truck Kit. The XT8E is a high-end race rig that has won races all across the globe. The 2022 edition sports a number of upgrades for improved durability, as well as better handling. Here are the highlights- * New E concept w/ two different layout alternatives * New chassis [...]
Coming soon from the folks at XRay is the 2022 edition of their XT8 1/8 Nitro Truck Kit. The XT8 has long been one of premier trucks in the 1/8th scale class, for 2022 it has been revised to be better than ever. Check out these highlights- * New chassis plate with wider rear section * Chassis has mount for a graphite [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced that their Reflex 1/8 truck tires will soon be available in Aqua rubber compound. The Reflex tires are great for blue groove tracks with dust around the outside, soon you can get the benefits of Aqua compound that include longer wear, along with impressive grip. * JConcepts original tread design, available in multiple compounds * Square, [...]
New from XRay is their 2022 GTXE 1/8th on-road kit. The GTXE is one of the fastest on-road cars on the market, with the 2022 version sporting numerous upgrades and changes. Check out these highlights- * Electric specific chassis layout * 2022 model has longer wheelbase chassis * New composite battery boxes fit short or standard packs * Aluminum spacers raise diff heights for [...]
For all you 1/8 on-road drivers out there, Bittydesign has just dropped the gorgeous looking Hyper-GT8 Clear Body. The Hyper-GT8 was designed for all out performance, while also sporting a hot supercar look. Check out these highlights- * Made from genuine Lexan polycarbonate * Wing hardware is included * 1mm lightweight material * Fits cars with a wheelbase of 321 to 330mm * Sold clear [...]
That’s right folks, XRay has just dropped their 2022 GTX8 1/8th nitro on-road car. 1/8th scale nitro on-road is one of the fastest classes that you will ever see, the 2022 GTX8 is ready to set new track records, and put you on the top step of the podium. * New longer wheelbase chassis with updated layout * Aluminum spacers raise diff [...]
