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Are you ready to race 8th scale this summer? If you are still looking for a buggy, have a look at the new Mugen MXB8 Eco. The Eco version of the MBX8 is the electric version with the Eco sharing the latest updates from its nitro powered sibling. * Designed for increased durability, acceleration, and run-time * New high traction differentials * New [...]
Here ya go scale builders, RC4WD has just announced that they are releasing the original Gelande II and Gelande II LWB in kit form! This is big news for the scale market as they love building their trucks from the ground up. Building a truck from a kit ensures everything is built correctly, plus it makes it easy to install [...]
The crew over at Cross RC USA has announced that the PG4L Dually Pickup is now for sale here in the states. The PG4L is a massive pickup with dually rear wheels. Scale detailing is everywhere, and it comes in kit form so you can add upgrades or make changes while building. Also, the PG4L is great for pulling trailers, [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the TB-05 PRO Chassis Kit. With more people hitting the streets for spring, the TB-05 should make for a good platform for your next on-road build. The TB-05 comes in kit form and offers two different motor layouts (front or rear). Here are more highlights- * Universal driveshafts * Bulkhead mounted steering rack * Full bearing set * Gear [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the Mitsubishi Pajero Metaltop Wide CC-01 Kit. What’s so special about this version of the Pajero? Well, the metaltop wide version comes with a black metallic painted body, as well as black wheels, axles, and underguards. This gives the latest Pajero a trendy new look, plus it comes on Tamiya’s legendary CC-01 4wd off-road chassis. [...]
Coming later this month is the Isuzu Mu Type X from Tamiya. The highlight of the latest re-release from Tamiya is its highly realistic injection molded body. The Izuzu’s hard body is very well done, giving it the exact look of its full sized counterparts. Also, the body is mounted on Tamiya’s easy to build, as well as easy to [...]
Coming soon from HB Racing is their latest 4wd race machine, the D418. The D418 is a 1/10 4wd buggy kit that was designed from the ground up for winning races. It features an all new aluminum chassis, plus a number of other changes to help keep you on top of the podium. Here are some of the highlights- * Revised [...]
Available now for pre-order from Cross RC USA is the UC6 kit. The UC6 is a military style vehicle that sports 6 wheels to get up and over extremely rugged terrain. As you look over the pictures, you instantly see that the Cross RC design staff did an excellent job of putting loads of scale detailing everywhere on the truck. [...]
At on-road tracks across the globe, Formula 1 racing has really taken off. With a nice blend of scale realism and performance, what is there not to like about racing F1? The latest F1 car to be announced is the F18 from Italian company WRC Racing. The WRC F18 is a high-end race machined loaded plenty of with carbon fiber [...]
To go along with the new T6.1, Team Associated also announced the updated RC10SC6.1 Team Kit. The new SC6.1 gets the numerous updates that were initially released on the B6.1. This makes the latest 2wd SCT from AE their best ever. Here are the highlights- * Lay Back Stealth transmission for a lower center of gravity * Ball diff has easy access [...]
Announced over the weekend by Team Associated was the RC10T6.1 Kit. The T6.1 receives the “point 1” upgrades from the B6.1 buggy, making it easier to work on, as well as giving it some performance upgrades. Here are some of the T6.1’s bullet points- * Designed to win by sharing components with the RC10B6.1 * Layback Stealth transmission * Adjustable diff height * Easy [...]
Have you been thinking about buying your first “real” rc dragster? If so, RJ Speed has announced a Top Fuel Electric Dragster Kit. The T/F dragster is an affordable way to try real rc drag racing first hand. * 30″ dragster kit * Clear polycarbonate body * Front and rear wings * Chassis made from .093 fiberglass * Comes with wheels & tires Street pricing for [...]
After doing a bit of teasing, Xpress has released full details on the Execute XQ1S touring car. The new XQ1S was designed to be an affordable club racer, thus sporting a fiberglass chassis instead of carbon fiber, along with other features to keep the car affordable. Here are some of its highlights- * Oil filled shocks * Gear diff * Slotted shock towers * [...]
New in the 1/8th buggy category is the HB Racing E817 V2. The version 2 of the E817 builds on the original, with the latest buggy sporting a number of improvements for increased handling and durability. Here is a list of some of the upgrades on the V2- * New universal driveshafts * Narrow rear shock tower * New JConcepts Silencer series [...]
Here ya go 4wd racers, Schumacher has just announced the Cat L1. The Cat L1 is a 1/10th 4wd race buggy that is made from high quality materials and was designed to put you on the top step of the podium. An all new design, the Cat L1 appears ready to show the elite of the class what’s up. Here [...]
