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The 2wd buggy class keeps on chugging along. It was all the rage for years, then got slow, and in the last few years it has really taken off again. The light, agile buggies simply work well in numerous conditions. The latest entry into the class is the Firebolt DM from VBC Racing. The 3D teaser shots show the Firebolt DM [...]
For 2014 the Hobby Pro PRS1 2wd buggy has gotten some updates and improvements. The PRS1 still comes with mid and rear motor capabilities, but boasts upgrades like new carbon fiber shock towers and US spec springs. Some of the other updates include- * Worlds Edition shock pistons * Larger spring cups to fit 12mm springs * Gold shock shafts * 25 [...]
Team Durango has released full information and pictures on their new DEX210v2 buggy kit. The DEX210v2 is a 10th scale 2wd that can be run in either rear motor or mid motor configuration. Some of the updates included with the version 2 are- * Straight front a-arms * New rear arms * 8mm longer hard anodized aluminum chassis * Higher downforce V2 body * Updated [...]
New in the Tamiya booth at the 2014 Nuremberg Toy Fair is the Neo Fighter Buggy DT03. The Neo Fighter is a 2wd 10th scale buggy and comes as an easy to assemble kit. With friction shocks and a basic design the Neo Fighter could be a good choice for your youngsters first kit. The part number is #58587 and [...]
We just posted the teaser pic, and now we have the real deal! Team Associated has officially announced the RC10B5 and RC10B5M. As you can see from the pictures, the B5M is mid-motor, while the B5 has a rear mounted motor. The goal for the RC10B5 was to make the best all around buggy for every type of surface. From [...]
Pro-Line always likes to stay ahead of the pack so now they’ve introduced Wedge Squared 2wd front buggy tires. The Wedge Squared have twice as much tread as the originals, thus giving you more steering while at your local carpet track. The Wedge Squared are narrow, low profile, and have hook shaped pins to keep the front of your 2wd [...]
We posted information on Schumacher’s new rear motor 2wd buggy back in September, now they have announced their new forward motor buggy, the Cougar KF. Like the name implies, its motor is mounted far forward in the chassis for high bite conditions, resulting in better handling. Shock tower protectors offer aerodynamic benefits, as well as added protection. Some of its [...]
The latest from our friends across the pond at Schumacher is the Cougar KR 10th scale 2wd buggy. The Courgar KR is designed to be a professional grade race machine for low traction dirt surfaces. Some of its new features include- * Improved rear diff * 12mm wheel hexes * Recessed alloy chassis * Alloy anti-squat plate * New wing mount system * Improved front bumper * [...]
For all you 10th scale buggy drivers, Pro-Line has just announced Hole Shot 2.0 Pre-Mounts to save you time in the pits. We are big fans of pre-mounted tires around the BigSquidRC offices, they allow us to bash more while spending less time behind a pit table gluing. The Hole Shot 2.0’s have more pins and a wider contact patch than [...]
The new Hobby Pro USA buggy was first seen HERE, and teased HERE, but now it has been officially introduced. The Hobby Pro PR S1 2wd 10th scale buggy can be set up in either rear or mid motor configuration, and comes with big bore shocks and a CNC machined aluminum chassis. Street priced is anticipated to be $280 and [...]
AKA has just announced their new Handlebar series of tires. With their low-profile tread and rounded edges, Handlebars should be the bomb at your local indoor clay track. AKA is producing Handlebars for a wide variety of vehicles- 10th scale buggy, 8th scale, and for short course trucks. And talk about variety, some Handlebars are available pre-mounted, some just with inserts, [...]
Serpent is known for putting out high-end product and now they are jumping into the 2wd 10th scale buggy segment with their new Spyder SRX-2. Designed by the likes of former IFMAR 1/10 2wd buggy World Champion Billy Easton, the newest Serpent is sure to be extremely high quality from front to back. The teaser pics of the SRX-2 don’t [...]
One of the latest entries into the “old school” buggy class is the new Racers Edge Switchback. The entry level Switchback 2wd electric buggy comes RTR, complete with a brushless power system and 2.4 GHz radio technology. Some of the other features and specs include- * Waterproof electronics system * Receiver box * 3600 kv brushless motor * 2.4 GHz radio system * Wizard ESC [...]
THE Kyosho NeXXt ReadySet EZ Series Buggy ReviewWhen the Kyosho NeXXt buggy was first announced certain staffers of ours couldn’t wait to get their hands on the unique “moon buggy” looking vehicle, even though it was aimed directly at entry level enthusiasts. How does the NeXXt drive? How does it hold up to abuse? Does it turn heads at the [...]
We have finally gotten our hands on more pictures and information for the all new Kyosho XXL VE 7th Scale 2wd Electric Buggy. Some specs for the new XXL VE Include- * Length- 680mm * Width- 402mm * Height- 244mm * Wheelbase- 452mm * Mid Motor Design * Waterproof 2S-4S Orion Speed Controller * Orion Brushless motor * 2.4 GHz Transmitter * Flip up roll cage/body * Big Bore Shocks * Slipper [...]
