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In the last teaser, JD Model showed only under-the-hood shots of their upcoming JDM-168 Scale Rock Crawler. Today the crew at JD Model has released multiple body pictures of the 168 and they are just as impressive as its chassis. The body on the 168 has been nicely scaled down to 1/10th sizing and is littered with high-end scale details. [...]
After some teasing, Pre-Orders are now officially open for the Kaioz RC Model Studio TW-715 Scale Rock Crawler. The TW-715 has some insane levels of detailing, especially with its body and under the hood. Check out these highlights- * Full Metal Body * Remote diff locking * Full metal ladder style frame * Incredible scale engine * Gearbox- Low gear, high gear, and neutral * Can [...]
For all you Team Associated tifosi out there, they have just announced the RC10B6.3 Team Buggy Kit. The “Point 3” version of the RC10B6 includes further revisions to keep it on the top step of the podium. Check out these highlights- * All-new wide-pivot rear end * Chassis-mounted servo mount * Integrated transponder mount * +4 mm shock rod ends * Tie-rod battery brace hardware [...]
Coming soon from Agama is the A319P 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit. This high-end race kit was designed to be competitive at even the highest levels of competition. Here are the highlights- * New drivetrain w/ 43/13 diff & pinion gearing * 47T spur gear and 13T clutch bell * Aluminum 17.5 degree 7075 aluminum caster blocks * 7075 CNC machined aluminum engine mount & [...]
Today the crew at Tamiya released more details on their upcoming TA08 Pro Touring Car Kit. The TA08 Pro continues the evolution of Tamiya’s TA series and comes with a slew of upgrades. Here are more highlights- * 2 belt 4WD system * Chassis features a stepped V design * Spur gear located in front of motor to increase stability * TRF420 gear differentials * [...]
Shipping soon from ARC is the 1/8th scaled R8.3 Nitro On-Road Kit. The R8.3 has received numerous updates to increase durability, as well as speed. Here are the highlights- * All new chassis * All new shocks * All new steering blocks with larger bearings * All new internal gear ratio & 2 speed shoes * All new top deck * All new front bulkhead You can [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have announced the upcoming re-release of their vintage Ford Zakspeed Turbo Capri Gr.5 Würth on-road car kit. This blast from the past is highly detailed, as well as easy to build. Here are more highlights- * Comes on Tamiya’s entry level TT-02 chassis * Shaft driven 4wd * Double wishbone suspension * Friction shocks * Comes with motor and ESC The [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the upcoming re-release of the Nova Fox buggy kit. First seen way back in 1985, the Nova Fox has been updated and is back for your backyard enjoyment. Here are the highlights- * Polycarbonate body * Gold color metal-plated wheels * Ribbed front tires with oval block tires in the rear * Driver figure included * Updated 2wd chassis [...]
After the announcement of their newly updated nitro buggy, XRay has also announced the 2021 XB8E Electric Buggy Kit. The XB8E has long been one of the best buggies in its class, now for 2021 it has received numerous updates to help keep it at the top. Here are the highlights- * Two different layout alternatives * Rear motor position with single [...]
Are you ready for nitro season yet? We aren’t either with a foot of snow on the ground, but the crew at XRay have just dropped the much anticipated 2021 Edition of their XB8 1/8 nitro race buggy kit. The latest version of the XB8 received a slew of upgrades to make it more durable, and faster, than ever before. [...]
Affordable and loads of fun, that’s why most people get into RC. Over at Team Mardave they have announced an extremely limited release for their legendary Mini 50. To help Mardave celebrate a whopping 50 Years in the rc business, they are re-releasing Only 50 of their certified Mini 50 kits. The Mini 50 is incredibly affordable, but more importantly, [...]
Today the news over at Tamiya includes an announced Re-Release of their Lancia 037 Rally Car. This version of the Lancia comes on Tamiya’s easy to build TA02S chassis and features a vintage competition rally car body. Check out these highlights- * New front bumper and decal sheet * Detailed ABS plastic body * Short TA02S tub chassis with 4-wheel, fully independent suspension * [...]
A few weeks ago, Tamiya launched their burly looking Landfreeder Quadtrack. The Quadtrack stands out in a crowd with its all terrain track system and you can watch below to see how well its handles different terrains like snow, dirt, and sand. With a tough vintage look, and that gnarly track system, the Landfreeder Quadtrack is sure to keep you [...]
A handful of years ago our hobby was filled with trucks, but very few of them were scale realistic. Now days, scale realism is still the hottest trend on the market and companies like JD Model keep putting even more scale realism into their designs. Shown above and below are pictures of JD Model’s upcoming JDM168 scale rock crawling chassis. [...]
Over at WRC Racing they have announced the F18.4 Formula 1 Car Kit. The “point 4” version of the F18 has been highly revised for more speed and durability. Here are the F18.4’s highlights- * New carbon fiber chassis * New servo plate and servo saver * New rear ball differential * ETS approved wing * High downforce body design * Adjustable transversal shock * New quick [...]
