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New from Team Magic is the burly 1/8 Beetle Baja RTR. The new Beetle Baja from Team Magic comes with big brushless power and a cool looking body that is sure to turn heads. Here are some highlights- * 80 km/h top speed out of box * 2500Kv brushless motor * 100 amp waterproof ESC * 3mm aluminum chassis * 3 gear type differentials * Aluminum [...]
Recently uploaded by Tamiya is a promotional video for their upcoming 1/10 Blitzer Beetle (2011) re-release. The classic Blitzer Beetle helped to get thousands of people started in the rc hobby and now it’s back for your bashing enjoyment. Watch the video below to see the Blitzer Beetle in action driving on pavement, grass, and sand. Use this link to get [...]
Now shipping from Rochobby is the 1/12 The People’s Car RTR in Gray. The folks at Rochobby not only made an impeccably scaled body, but also loaded The People’s Car with next-gen scale accessories. Check out these highlights- * Civilian version of the Beetle * Scale looking Boxer air-cooled engine cover * Engine fan rotates, fan is driven by belt * 2-speed transmission, switchable [...]
The crew at Pro-Line has announced a new 1/10 Volkswagen Beetle Clear Body for 12.3″ wheelbase scale crawlers. The new VW body can certainly give your scale crawler a unique new look, while also increasing on-trail performance. Check out these highlights- * Fully licensed by Volkswagen * Mimics full-size bugs competing in off-road competitions * Iconic bug body shape * Ideal approach & departure [...]
Over at Tamiya they have added Three Models to their XB Expert Built Series. Tamiya’s XB series comes completely pre-painted and pre-assembled to get you bashing fast! With highly detailed polycarbonate bodies and professional assembly, the new XB series models make getting in the rc hobby easy. New Tamiya XB Models * XB Blitzer Beetle (2011) #57929 * XB Toyota GR 86 Red [...]
Recently uploaded by RocHobby is a promotional video for their 1/12 TYPE82E Kommandeurwagen Beetle. The RocHobby Beetle has some insane amounts of scale realism and comes completely pre-assembled and pre-painted for your bashing pleasure. Watch below to see the RocHobby Beetle venture over rough terrain with precision and grace, showing you just how scale realistic it can look while out [...]
New from Tamiya are not one, but four Factory Built vehicles for your bashing enjoyment. The four Factory Built units include the 2016 Blackfoot (57912), the Comical Frog (57913), the Buggyra Fat Fox (57914), and the Volkswagen Beetle Rally (57915). All of the Factory Built vehicles from Tamiya come completely pre-built with electronics installed. The Factory Built vehicles can save [...]
Good news for you Tamiya Blackfoot & Monster Beetle owners, MIP has just announced a Super Ball Differential to fit your ride. The super ball diff is designed to hold all the wattage from today’s power systems and is a direct bolt-on that requires no modifications to install. The super diff will help enhance handling while eliminating slippage when used [...]
Looking for a neat winter project? After a bit of teasing the good folks over at Kyosho have released the scoop on the 2014 edition of their Beetle Kit. The Beetle first hit the market way back in 1983 where it set a new standard for buggy performance. The re-release is much like the ’83 version but is updated in [...]
The re-release of the Kyosho Scorpion was big news for vintage car fans earlier this year, now Kyosho has announced they are also re-issuing the iconic Beetle. Like the Scorpion re-release, the Beetle will get some small upgrades to help it better handle today’s more robust power systems. The original Beetle was introduced in the early 1980s, the re-release should [...]
