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New from TLR is the 8IGHT-XE Elite 1/8 Buggy Race Kit. The 8IGHT-XE Elite comes with a bunch of option parts, plus it features a number of revisions to its suspension geometry and drive-train. Check out these highlights- * Pro level ready * Updated rear CVAs * Two wings and risers * +1 hexes for stability * Carbon center diff brace * 3.5mm shock shafts * Aluminum [...]
For all you stadium truck fans out there, Schumacher Racing is currently teasing the 1/10th scaled Storm ST. The folks at Schumacher have seen a big rise in stadium truck interest, hence the reason for the new Storm ST. Schumacher has long made some of the best racing rigs that money can buy, we can’t wait to learn more about [...]
Team Associated has just announced a pair of new 4wd race buggies. The new RC10B74.1 is intended for use on indoor carpet/high-bite tracks, while the RC10B74.1D is best suited for use on dirt. The “D” version of the kit comes with a center gear differential, while the regular B74.1 comes with a next-generation Octalock 2-pad center slipper clutch. Both units are [...]
Shipping soon from Mugen Seiki is the 1/10th scaled MTC2 Touring Car Kit. The MTC2 uses a state of the art center drive layout to give the car better balance and stability. Here are the highlights- * New rear diff and lightweight front spool * Extra long lower arms * New zero slop steering system * New curved main chassis * Tape-less battery security [...]
Shipping later this month from Roche Products International is the P10W Evo2. The Evo2 version of the P10W comes with a slew of upgrades over the original. Check out these highlights- * 2.5mm high grade graphite main chassis * Dual upper deck * Graphite lower arms * 7075 aluminum lower bulkhead * Graphite floating servo plate * DVS-V3 big bore center damper * 7075 aluminium motor mount/rear [...]
For all you Nitro lovers out there, Tamiya has just announced the Raikiri GT. The 1/10th scaled Raikiri GT 2020 rides on Tamiya’s sweet handling TG10-Mk.2FZ chassis and uses a FS-12FZ 2.1cc nitro engine for power. * Carbon fiber top deck * Aluminum chassis * Oil shocks * Full bearing set * Lightweight aluminum flywheel * Universal style driveshafts The Tamiya Raikiri GT is expected to start [...]
Coming soon from TLR is the 1/8th scaled 8IGHT-XT/XTE Nitro/Electric Truggy Kit. The 8IGHT-XT/XTE comes with everything needed to build the truggy with a nitro engine, or with an electric power system. Check out these highlights- * Nitro and electric parts included * Improved suspension geometry * Shorter wheelbase * Adjustable Ackerman draglink in steering rack * Flex tune a-arms * 3mm thick aluminum chassis * Large [...]
Coming this fall from Tamiya is a Silver Edition of their Scania R470 Highline. The Scania is a highly scale realistic truck that features a 3 speed transmission, as well as a metal frame and chassis parts. We will post as more details become available, until then, you can hit up this link for more details on the Tamiya Scania R470 [...]
Over at WRC Racing they have just announced the ST2.1 FWD touring car kit. The ST2.1 is a high-end carbon fiber kit that is more than capable of winning down at your local track. Check out these highlights- * New floating battery lock system * New easy adjust body posts * Ultra low profile shock towers * Short LCG shocks * LCG servo mount * Width- [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have just announced the very groovy Volkswagen Flower Power Type 2 kit. The Flower Power Volkswagen (#47453) comes with a pre-painted and cut polycarbonate body to ensure a perfect look. Also, the VW sits on Tamiya’s capable M05L chassis that has a wheelbase set at 239mm. We will post more details as they become available, until [...]
Over at Tamiya they are teasing the return of the Vanquish VQS vintage 1/10 4wd buggy kit. This classic Tamiya buggy has not been re-released before, which means all you Tamiya collectors out there should be stoked! For now all we know is that the Vanquish (#58686) should start shipping this fall. You can use this link to hop on over [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced they are bringing back the Avante 2011 Kit. The Tamiya Avante is a legend in the rc world, this fall you will be able to once again go down to your local hobby shop and buy a brand new one! Here are some of the Avante’s highlights- * First released in 1988 * Classic 4wd race [...]
New from Serpent is the 1/8th scaled SRX8T-e electric truggy kit. Serpent is well known for their high-end race rigs, the SRX8T-e is loaded with the latest in racing technology. Check out these features- * Durable 4mm 7075-T6 aluminum chassis * 7075-T6 aluminum main motor mount, diff insert, motor slide, & universal mount * 10t pinion, 46t ring gear * 7075-T6 center front driveshaft * [...]
New from Redcat Racing is the Kit Version of their Wendigo Scale Rock Racer. This full kit requires complete assembly and is supplied with a clear body that awaits your custom paint scheme. Check out these highlights- * Heavy duty solid axles * Aluminum chassis rails * Divorced transfer case * Licensed Raceline wheels * Licensed Interco Super Swamper tires * Heavy duty driveshafts * Detailed interior Hit [...]
New from Team Associated is the Team Kit Version of their extremely popular DR10 No-Prep Drag Race Car. The kit version allows you to assemble it yourself and use your own electronics for a truly custom build. Check out these features- * Rear anti-roll bar * 26 precision ball bearings * Water-resistant enclosed receiver box * Vertical ball ends for roll center adjustments * 2.6:1 [...]
