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New from Kyosho is the 1/12th scaled Fantom pan car kit. This vintage re-release is a big one for Kyosho as the Fantom (#30635B) is a true classic from the early days of rc. And while we are still in the teasing stages for the Fantom, we do know that it comes in kit form and features old school chain [...]
New from the folks at XRay is the 2021 edition of their NT1 Touring Car Kit. The 2021 NT1 has received a few small revisions to make it better than ever before. Check out these updates & features- * Black anodized Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum * New 2 speed carrier, ribbed * 25% lighter disk brake adapter * Made in Europe * Lightened drive flange * [...]
The crew over at Tamiya made huge news by announcing the Formula E GEN2 TC-01 on-road kit. Now, they’ve released an action video and more details. Here is what we know about the new TC-01 Formula E car so far- * Horizontal mounted IFS shocks front & rear * Intricately detailed body * Details like halo protection system, tail diffuser, & rear-view mirrors * [...]
Now being teased by Tamiya is the TC-01 chassis kit. The teaser video below features the new TC-01 chassis in Formula E attire. As of now, very little information is available, but we do know that the shaft driven TC-01 chassis should create a lot of buzz in that product category. Until we learn more, why not hit up this link [...]
New from Axial Racing is the freshly updated 1/10 RR10 Bomber 2.0 RTR. The Bomber 2.0 comes with updated Spektrum and Dynamite electronics, plus other upgrades. Here are the highlights- * Two liveries available * Updated Randy Slawson Bomber livery * Randy Slawson unit comes with Trail Ready wheels w/ BF Goodrich Baja T/S KR3 tires * Second option is Savvy Offroad Bomber livery * [...]
Recently announced by Kyosho is the Fazer Mk2 FZ02 Chassis Kit. The Fazer Mk2 has been released before in various Readyset forms, but soon you’ll be able to get it as just a chassis kit. The kit form can save you money by allowing you to use your own body and electronics. Here are the highlights- * Comes with upgrade parts * [...]
For our European readers, the folks at Carson Modelsport have announced an affordable new 1/8th scaled Land Rover Defender Scale Rock Crawler. Carson has been a huge name over in Europe for many years, now they have become the next company to jump into the 1/8 rock crawler segment. Here are the highlights- * Impact resistant body * Lockable wheel axles * Full [...]
The folks over at Team Associated take their racing very seriously. How seriously? Well, they have won an IFMAR world championship a staggering 30 times! To keep that championships count climbing, the Team Associated crew has announced the nitro powered RC8B3.2 and the electric powered RC8B3.2e. Both buggies were designed from the ground up for maximum performance, check out these [...]
New from Axial Racing is the SCX10 III Jeep JL Wrangler with Portal Axles. That’s right, the new SCX10 III has all new, high clearance portal style axles to go along with a very nicely scaled Jeep JL body. Have a look at these highlights- * Replica V8 engine houses front-mounted 540 motor * Realistic transmission housing and transfer case * Can be [...]
New from Mugen Seiki is the MRX6X 1/8th scale nitro on-road kit. The MRX6X is based off products used by Shoki Takahata to win the 2019 IFMAR 1/8 On-Road World Championships. Here are the highlights- * Designed for improved steering, rear traction, efficiency, & drive-ability * New front uprights and aluminum-bearing holders * New front drive shafts * New rear upper a-arms and rear [...]
The folks over at Integy are now shipping the 1/10th scaled D90EX Scale Rock Crawler ARTR. The D90EX takes the fully outfitted D90 and adds even more features! Have a look at all the scale goodness that the D90EX delivers- * New Panhard rod front end & multi-link rear suspension * Frame mounted servo * Adjustable height, reinforced upper shock mounts * Alloy oil-filled [...]
Right now the crew over at Max Speed Technology are teasing their new CFX-W J45C Kit. In recent years, MST has really grown in the scale off-road and drift markets. Their upcoming CFX based scale crawler has a classic off-road look and was designed for a high level of trail performance right out of the box. The MST CFX-W J45C has [...]
Over at XRay they have announced the 2020 version of their 1/8 XB8E electric race buggy. As XRay has done for several years now, they have taken the 19′ edition and given it major updates for the new year. Have a look at just some of the XB8E’s updates for 2020- * +4mm longer chassis for increased stability * New more adjustable [...]
Shipping right now across the globe is the Cross RC VR4 1/10 Scale Rock Crawler. The VR4 comes loaded with scale realism and is available in 3 different levels of kits. Take a look at some of the VR4’s features and details- * Premium rc kit * Clear polycarbonate body * 313mm wheelbase * LED lighting * Available in A, B, or high-end C level [...]
The good folks over at Tamiya have announced a TT-02 Type-SR Chassis Kit. This high performance version of the TT-02 takes the Type-S and adds a slew of race parts to make a serious performer. Here are the highlights- * Adjustable steel rear suspension mount * Flanged steering linkage * Double-cardan front drive shafts * Wheelbase- 257mm * Width- 185mm * Oil filled gear diff * Aluminum [...]
