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Now being teased by Tamiya is a 1/10 Toyota Supra (JZA80) Kit. The 1990s Toyota Supras are legendary sports cars and the Tamiya version has been impeccably scaled down from the 1:1 version. Under the hood you’ll find a 2wd BT-01 Tamiya chassis that is easy to build and drive. Here are more highlights- * Lightweight clear polycarbonate body * One-piece 10 [...]
Here ya go hardcore AE fans, Team Associated has just dropped the RC10CC Clear Collector’s Edition Kit. That’s right folks, soon, very soon, you’ll be able to pick up an all clear edition of the original RC10 to put on display, to build with a family member, or to simply stash away as a collectable. Here are the highlights- * Crystal-clear [...]
Just announced by Vanquish is the 1/10th scaled VRD Carbon Kit. This high-end competition rock crawling chassis is of course made from carbon fiber and was designed for elite levels of performance. Here are the highlights- * Vanquish Products first competition level platform * All new Lightweight Spec VFD Transmission * Updated F10 competition inspired portal axles * Matte finish 3mm thick, carbon fiber [...]
Over at Traction Hobby they are now teasing a special 3rd Anniversary Edition of their mighty Tank 300. The Tank 300 is one of the original 1/8th scaled rock crawlers and their latest version is highly upgraded for increased realism, as well as performance. As we await more details, you can use this link to check out the official Traction Hobby [...]
Over at Tamico they have announced a very special 15th Anniversary Limited Edition Tamiya Dancing Rider Custom. To help celebrate Tamico’s 15th anniversary, they have just dropped a very limited edition Dancing Rider. Limited to only 333 pieces, this version of the Dancing Rider is certain to be big among the collector crowd. Here are more details- * Limited to 333 [...]
Over at Schumacher they’ve been busy promoting their new Cougar LD3 Competition Buggy Kit. The LD3 represents the latest and greatest in race technology and the 18 minute long video does a great job of covering all the high points of the LD3. The LD3 is being released in 3 different versions depending on your needs. With stock, mod, and [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10 Hotshot II 2024 Buggy Kit. That’s right folks, the Hotshot II was first released in 1987 and now has been updated for 2024. Here are the highlights- * Width – 235mm * Length – 390mm * Shaft driven four-wheel drive * 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension * CVA (II) oil-filled shocks (One in the front & two in [...]
New over at Tekno RC is the 1/10 SCT410 2.0 SCT Kit. The SCT410 2.0 was designed to be extremely tunable, while also being a quick and simple build for new racers. Here are the highlights- * Hardened steel drivetrain is 1/8th power system ready * Lightweight differentials * CNC machined 7075 one piece motor mount * 4mm 7075 aluminum shock towers with integrated [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the 1/10 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA Club Racer. The new Giulia comes on Tamiya’s 2wd MB-01 chassis and has a highly detailed body. Here are more highlights- * 2wd MB-01 chassis with three different wheelbases * Front- or rear- wheel drive system * Midship motor with rear-wheel drive * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension with friction dampers * Wheelbase – [...]
Robin and the crew at Schumacher have officially announced the Cougar LD3 2WD Race Buggy Kit. The LD3 has been refined and improved to make it an even more lethal track weapon. Here are the highlights- * 3 different versions available – Mod, stock, or dirt * Class leading front suspension geometry * Five wheelbase lengths * 90° phased lightweight steel CVD driveshafts – [...]
New over at Roche Rapide is the 1/12th scaled P12V Pan Car Kit. This high-end race machine is loaded with carbon fiber and was designed for serious speed around a carpet track. Here are the highlights- * Ultra-low inline chassis * Fully adjustable * 7075 black anodized turnbuckles * Rigid “ULCG” front end * Rigid aluminum rear axle * Fine adjustment center pivot brace * 7075 aluminum [...]
The good folks over at Tamiya have announced the re-release of the 2013 version of their Egress 4WD Buggy Kit. The Egress is a legendary buggy from our hobby’s past and is now back to put even more smiles on people’s faces. Here are the highlights- * Re-release of the Egress that first appeared in 1989 * Re-release 2013 version has been [...]
New from Iris is the 1/10 ONE.05 Competition Touring Car Kit. This 4wd competition machine is available with either a carbon fiber or aluminum chassis to suit your local tracks and driving style. Here are more of the highlights- * Updated shock linkage geometry for less roll & higher corner speeds * Belt driven 4wd system * Chassis pin locators on bulkheads, motor [...]
After some teasing, XRay has announced their top-of-the-line 2024 X4 Touring Car Kit. The X4 is as high-end as it gets in touring car racing and it has been refined even further for 2024 to increase speed, tuning, and durability. Here are the highlights- * Available in two different versions * Chassis available in aluminum or carbon * New more narrow chassis design * [...]
Over at Exotek they have just announced the 1/10 Vader Pro Drag Kit with Wheelie Bar. The Vader Pro Kit is as high-end as they get for no-prep drag racing. Here are the highlights- * Designed from the ground up for maximum street racing performance * Pro level components for lightness, durability, and ease of use * Premium components and design features at [...]
