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Over at Yokomo they have announced the return of their classic Esprit RPM Motor 27T. This blast from the past is a perfect match to Yokomo’s recent release of their Super Dog Fighter. The Esprit 27T comes with an old school pink label and is perfect for your next vintage build. You can use this link to get full details on [...]
The folks over at Kyosho have posted a new Kyosho Optima Mid ’87 WC Worlds Spec 60th Anniversary Limited Video. The new video shows Akira Kogawa, the developer of the re-release, giving you assembly tips on the Optima Mid ’87 WC Worlds Spec buggy. The Optima Mid ’87 WC Ｗorlds Spec is the epitome of rc scene back in the [...]
The crew at Yokomo started teasing the 1/10 YZ-870c Super Dogfighter 4WD Buggy Kit a couple of months ago and now it is nearly ready to ship. Watch the video below to see some action footage of the Super Dogfighter, as well as some technical insight into the details of this vintage re-release. You can hit up this link to get [...]
Now here’s some big news out of Yokomo – they are getting ready to Re-Release their legendary 1/10 YZ-870c Super Dog Fighter. This vintage race machine has been fully updated for today’s modern power system, while also maintaining much of its original feel. Here are some highlights- * Originally released in 1987 * Considered by many as Yokomo’s first full competition 4WD [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 1/10 Optima Mid ’87 WC Worlds Spec 60th Anniversary Limited Kit. This vintage buggy from the golden era of rc is back better than ever. Check out these highlights- * Limited edition Legendary series kit * Replica of the 1987 Optima Mid proto-type * Special small size box with package handle * Limited production run * New Optima PRO [...]
New from Kyosho is the 60th Anniversary ’87 Joel Johnson Ultima Replica. This vintage blast from the past is a limited release model to celebrate Joel Johnson’s IFMAR World Championship from 1987. Here are the highlights- * Expected to start shipping in September * Joel Johnson’s autographed decal & 60th anniversary sticker included * Uni-direction laminated carbon fiber chassis w/ skid angle in [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is a 1/10 Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Car Kit. The Abarth is a classic rally machine that will come with a highly detailed body that sits on Tamiya’s MF-01X chassis. With a fully time 4wd system and a scale realistic tire/wheel combo, the upcoming Abarth sounds perfect for backyard fun. The Tamiya 1/10 Fiat 131 Abarth Rally [...]
Just announced by Kyosho is the FANTOM Ext Gold 60th Anniversary Limited Edition Kit. This old school classic was re-released a while ago, but is back in a special limited edition form. Here are the highlights- * Expected to start shipping in July * Special 60th anniversary model * Gold anodized aluminum parts * Standard rear shock * Chain driven 4wd * Length – 340mm * Width [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are Drop Step 2.2″ Buggy Rear Tires. The new Drop Steps have a vintage look and are molded from JConcepts’ pink rubber compound, which is known to work well on carpet or turf tracks. Here are the highlights- * Designed to work on many artificial conditions * JConcepts fit, finish and design * 3D, double-step, large-height pin-size * Semi-circle protrusions [...]
New from APlastics is a 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Clear Body. This classic muscle car body has been nicely scaled from the 1:1 original and is sized to fit 1/10th scaled on-road cars. Here are the highlights- * Fits – 1/10 touring and drift cars * Made from durable Lexan * Wheelbase – 259mm * Width – 195mm * Includes front and rear light buckets * [...]
Uploaded recently by Tamiya is a promotional video for their classic Tyrrell P34 F1 kit. The Tyrrell P34 was one of the most famous F1 cars ever built. The Tamiya version is easy to build, easy to drive, and has the real look of the iconic P34. Watch below to see the Tyrrell P34 in action around a real rc [...]
Just announced by Schumacher is the re-release of their iconic Cougar Classic 1/10th buggy kit. The Cougar Classic is a blast from past and is one of the more sought after buggies from that era. Here are the highlights- * Authentic re-release using much of the original tooling * Comes with a number of subtle upgrades * Updated battery box to fit LiPo [...]
Over at Losi they have announced a 1/16 Mini JRX2 Brushed 2WD Buggy RTR. The Losi JRX2 is a great vintage buggy, soon you will be able to get a re-issue in 1/16th scale. Here are the highlights- * Scaled-down version of the vintage JRX2 * Rear motor configuration * 5-link rear suspension * Completely RTR * 650mAh LiPo battery and USB charger * SLT 2.4Ghz [...]
Over at Tamiya they are getting ready to drop a Avante (2011) Black Special Re-Issue Limited Edition. The Avante buggy is a classic blast from the past that represents a piece of rc history. Here are the highlights- * 2mm thick carbon-fiber upper & lower decks * Carbon fiber rear damper stay * Includes the 2011 Avante racing steering set * 2mm carbon fiber [...]
The crew at Kyosho has been teasing the re-release of their Optima Mid Buggy Kit for several weeks and now they’ve dropped a bunch of teaser images. Look at the pictures below to see the new Optima Mid buggy kit in all its glory. With small revisions to bring it into the “brushless/LiPo” age, the new Optima Mid brings performance [...]
