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Newly announced by the good folks at Tamiya is the 1/10 Hornet Evo Kit. The Tamiya Hornet was first introduced 40 years ago and the new Hornet Evo will certainly help to continue it’s legacy as one of the all time greats of rc. Here are the highlights- * Updated version of the original * Evo has 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension * [...]
New from Avid RC is a Pre-Cut version of their 7″ High-Clearance/Low Drag Rear Wing. The new pre-cut version is available in standard or lightweight and can be installed on most modern 1/10 race buggies. Here are the highlights- * Designed for 1/10 buggies * High clearance wheel cutouts * Flat but curved front lip to increase airspeed over wing * Low pressure 18.5 [...]
Recently announced by PR Racing is the 1/10 B10R 2WD Buggy Gear Diff Pro Kit. The B10R was designed from the ground up for serious on-track performance and this version comes with a beefy gear diff. Here are more highlights- * Starts shipping in October * Carbon fiber shock towers * Mid-mounted motor * 12.8mm big bore shocks * 3 gear transmission * Metal gear diff * [...]
Over at Hobbytech they are now teasing the 1/8 Rogue Brushless RTR Buggy. The Rogue brushless RTR buggy comes with big brushless power, but a very affordable price point. The Rogue has been street priced at under $300, thus making it a big bang-for-the-buck. Here are some highlights- * 4wd chassis * Konect by Hobbywing electronics * Beefy aluminum big bore shocks * Body [...]
New from Yokomo is the 1/10th scaled SO2.0 Dirt Edition Buggy Kit. The SO2.0 has been meticulously engineered for superior performance on dirt off-road tracks. Here are the highlights- * Optimized for dirt surfaces with several key modifications * Shortened rear arms with dirt specific springs * Hard graphite-molded gearbox coupled with a ball differential * Optimized weight distribution * J-Concepts F2 series race body [...]
New from the good folks at Tekno RC is the 1/8th scaled EB48 2.2 Competition Electric Buggy Kit. Version 2.2 of the EB48 comes loaded with updates to help increase speed and durablity. Check out these highlights- * Improved performance, predictability, and durability * Advanced engineering and high-quality components * Split design 7075 aluminum shock towers * 93.5mm rear universals * Precision molded shock pistons [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the return of their 1/10 Super Astute 2WD Buggy Kit. The Super Astute is a buggy from the early 1990s that has helped thousands of people get into the rc hobby. Here are the highlights- * 2.5mm thickness FRP chassis * Larger battery pack area * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * CVA oil shocks * Sealed gearbox * Modernized TTC [...]
Easy to build, and easy to bash, the Tamiya Grasshopper has helped thousands of people across the globe get into the hobby of remote control. Watch the video below to see the legendary Tamiya Grasshopper doing what it does best, backyard bashing. No matter if you are driving on pavement, dirt, or grass, the Grasshopper is more than ready for [...]
Over at Kyosho they have uploaded a new promotional video for their Lazer SB Dirt Cross 4WD Readyset. The Lazer SB Dirt Cross is the perfect buggy for backyard bashing. Watch the video below to learn more about the key features of the Lazer SB Dirt Cross, plus it has plenty of action footage as well. Use this link to get [...]
The good folks over at Kyosho have dropped a video and full details on their upcoming 1/10 4WD Optima Pro Kit. First released back in 1987, the Optima Pro is back for your vintage driving pleasure. Check out these highlights- * 15th model in Kyosho’s Vintage Series * Advanced slim aero body and underbody form * Revised mounting positions of battery & steering [...]
New from Tamiya is a New RC Model Coming Soon! promotional video. The video below is being used to tease the much anticipated Hornet Evo buggy. The Hornet Evo comes with a slew of revisions to increase durability, as well as performance. Tamiya fans are known to be a diehard group and they should be stoked to see this updated [...]
Coming soon from Yokomo is the YZ-834B Dogfighter 4WD Buggy Kit. The YZ-834B is an iconic old school race machine that is coming back for your vintage racing enjoyment. Here are the highlights- * Released as a semi-finished chassis * Chain driven 4wd * Front and rear monoshocks * Front one-way bearing * Rear trailing arm suspension * Resin main chassis * Front double wishbone suspension Use this [...]
Shipping soon from Tekno RC is the 1/8th scaled NB48 2.2 Nitro Buggy Kit. Tekno RC is a favorite among local privateers for their ultra-durable designs, now Tekno has announced the 2.2 version of their NB48 that has received numerous updates to increase speed and performance. Here are the highlights- * Split design CNC machined 7075 shock towers * New rear universal [...]
Coming soon from Team Associated is the re-release of the Yokomo YZ-10 Classic Kit. Perfect for all you vintage racers or collectors, the YZ-10 is a legendary blast from the late 1980s. Check out these highlights- * 4WD belt drive * Adjustable spring loaded servo saver * 21-tooth pinion gear included * Chassis protector * Metric hardware throughout * Fluid-filled gear differentials * Ball bearings * G10 chassis * [...]
Coming later this month from Kyosho is the affordable entry-level Mad Beast Egg Series RTR Buggy. Kyosho’s Egg series is truly entry level offering easy to drive RTR models. The Mad Beast buggy is their latest offering and we expect a lot of people worldwide to get in on this one. Coming with everything needed to drive inside the box, [...]
