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New over at Castle Creations is the Cobra 8 Brushless ESC. The new Cobra 8 is designed for use in 1/8th scaled vehicles and can run sensored, non-sensored, or brushed motors. Here are the highlights- * Designed for 1/8 vehicles weighing up to 15 lbs * State-of-the-art 32-bit, dual-core processor * Enhanced data logging capabilities * CNC machined aluminum bottom case * Waterproof for all [...]
Coming soon from Carisma is the 1/8 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 M48S ARR. This classic rally machine comes with an absolutely gorgeous old school body and sits on Carisma’s M48S 4wd chassis. Here are more highlights- * Photo-realistic 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 body * New 285mm SWB version of Carima’s M48S chassis * New 550 Big Can brushless motor for massive [...]
Over at Capo Racing they have released more teaser images of their upcoming 1/8 CD1582X Queen Baja Ultra4 Kit. Capo Racing is considered by many to be the highest of the high-end, with their on-road Nissan Skyline GT-R being arguably the most esoteric on-road car to ever hit the market. Not to be outdone in off-road, the Capo crew is [...]
Over at Mayako they have just announced their upcoming MX8-24 & MX8E race buggy kits. Both buggies have been engineered for serious on-track performance. Check out these highlights- Mayako MX8-24 * High KPI front end (KPI1/Caster1) * Front and rear upper links for a forgiving car * Soft arms for increased durability * Adjustable rear differential height * CVDs provided front and rear * Optional UJ’s available [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are Teazers 1/8th Scale Truck Tires. The Teazers are available in two different rubber compounds and were designed for hardcore outdoor racing action. Here are the highlights- * JConcepts original tread design * Strategically placed and innovative pin heights * Tiny blades of tread, dense assortment * 4.0” bead mounting size for 1/8th truck wheel compatibility * Carefully shaped carcass to [...]
New over at Serpent is the 1/8 Viper 990 Evo Kit. The 990 Evo is a high-end race kit designed for winning at any level of competition. Check out these highlights- * New “flex shock mounts” offering extra flex adjustment * New lightweight bumper offers more body support * Upgraded fuel tank * New top deck * New front lower arms * Redesigned front one-way * Modified [...]
Recently announced by Hong Nor is the 1/8 X3GTS Nitro WC Edition Kit. Hong Nor secured their first ever world championship in October and now they are releasing a special World Championship edition kit to celebrate! The WC edition comes loaded with option parts to increase durability and speed, plus it comes with a special box to commemorate their first [...]
Over at Sparko Racing they are teasing the 1/8 F8e Electric Race Buggy Kit. The F8e is a high-end race kit designed to win at any level of competition. As the teaser images show, the F8e is loaded with carbon goodies and was designed for a low center of gravity. We will post more details as they arrive. Until then, you [...]
The crew at Team Associated has announced a new RC8B4.1e Team Kit, as well as a new RC8B4.1 Nitro Team Kit. Both of the new Associated buggies have been highly updated to improve durability and speed. Check out these highlights- RC8B4.1 Nitro Team Kit * New RC8B4.1 RWB chassis and side guards with tapered chassis design * New LCG and lightweight aluminum front [...]
New from the bash masters at ARRMA is the 1/8 Kraton 6S BLX EXtreme Bash Speed Monster Truck RTR. The new Kraton 6S EXB RTR is loaded with upgrades to make it even tougher and faster. Here are the highlights- * Loaded with aluminum option parts for extreme bashing * Laser-etched EXtreme Bash 7075-T6 aluminum parts * Powerful 6S LiPo capable Spektrum brushless [...]
The crew over at Team Corally have uploaded a new Spark XB-6 – The First True 1/8 Bash Buggy video for your viewing enjoyment. The Corally Spark XB-6 was designed from the ground up for all out bashing performance. Watch the video below to see the Spark hit massive jumps, scrape low Earth orbit, then land back to terra-firma without [...]
Over at Team Corally they have dropped a new Behind The Scenes with the Kagama Monster Truck video. The mighty Team Corally Kagama comes loaded with a powerful 6S brushless system, with a burly chassis and suspension system to match. Watch the video below to get a behind the scenes look at the Corally crew as they do all the [...]
The crew at Team Corally have uploaded a new Kagama – Epic Jumps, Durable to the Max! promotional video. The Kagama 4wd monster truck was designed specifically for hardcore backyard bashing. With massive suspension components and a burly 6S brushless power system, the Kagama has the raw power for huge airtime, with the suspension to handle the landing. Watch the [...]
Cross RC is all about taking scale realism to the next level and to help prove this they are now teasing their upcoming 1/8 EMO X3 Tow Truck Kit. This burly tow truck is loaded with scale metal parts and even comes with a working winch. Coming in at 8th scale, and with a tough 4wd system, the EMO X3 [...]
The crew at Team Corally has dropped a new KAGAMA – Next Level RC Monster Truck promotional video. Watch the video below to see some KAGAMA high-flying action at the bike park. From roosting through corners, to hitting mega-sized ramps, the Team Corally KAGAMA was designed for extreme bash performance. After the video, you can use this link to [...]
