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Just announced by XRay is the 2021 edition of their RX8 Nitro On-Road Kit. The RX8 has been a winner since it was first introduced, for 2021 it receives a number of new upgrades. Here are some of the updates- * Stealth black design * Lightened bulkheads * New chassis layout for increased traction * New radio plate * New drive belts * More durable front [...]
New from Kyosho is the FW06 Alpine GT4 1/10 Nitro Readyset. The Alpine GT4 comes with the newer Kyosho Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz transmitter and is powered by a powerful KE15-SP nitro engine. Check out theses highlights- * Completely pre-assembled and painted * Shaft driven 4wd * Perfect introduction to nitro power for new drivers * 2-speed transmission * V-One RRR rear suspension * Failsafe protection * Universal [...]
New from Kyosho is the FW06 Mercedes AMG GT3 2020 Nitro Readyset The Mercedes is heavy on scale realism with a nicely detailed body and a powerful nitro engine. Check out these features- * Fully pre-assembled and painted * Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz radio system * High-power KE15-SP nitro engine * Shaft driven 4wd * Tuned muffler, large air cleaner The Kyosho FW06 Mercedes AMG GT3 2020 [...]
Coming this June from Tamiya is a Gun Metal version of their Plasma Edge II 4wd buggy kit. This version comes with a gun metal pre-painted and pre-cut body to make your life easier. Check out these features- * Dedicated TT-02B 4wd buggy chassis * CVA oil shocks * Stylish polycarbonate single-seater buggy body and wing * Comes with motor and ESC * Front and [...]
New for the ever growing rock crawling scene is the giant 1/7th scaled Cross RC UT4. The UT4 brings a tough new Ultra 4 look to the Cross RC stable and is large enough to get over seriously large rocks. The UT4 sports 2.6″ sized wheels to go along with all its scale goodness. Right now we are still in [...]
Coming this summer from Tamiya is the very esoteric looking TA07RR. The RR version of the TA07 takes it from a mid-level machine, to a high-end track performer. * TRF419 upgrade suspension kit * Carbon fiber top deck * TRF rear gear diff * TRF ulta-short shocks * Aluminum steering upgrade rocker arm * Titanium alloy coated suspension shafts * Part number- #47445 We will post more details [...]
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 [...]
