In a short amount of time, Axial’s SCX24 has become a highly popular model for fans of trail-ready R/C action. A little over a year after it burst onto the scene, the SCX24 lineup has expanded past its original Deadbolt model to include the Jeep Wrangler JLU and Chevrolet’s C10 pickup truck. No matter what…
Along with their Mini-Z 4×4 Toyota 4Runner, Kyosho has also released a 1/24-scale replica of the Suzuki Jimny Sierra. This, dare I say “cute”, off-roading machine features a number of 1:1 scale details and rides atop Kyosho’s new Mini-Z 4×4 chassis. Using a ladder-frame chassis and four-link suspension setup, this tiny truck has the same…
Kyosho goes crawling with its popular small-scale nameplate. Fresh out of the 2020 International Toy Fair, Kyosho has released two new small-scale trail truck models, loosely-based their Mini-Z platform. The first model is a 1/27-scale Toyota 4Runner/HiLux Surf ready-to-run (RTR). Built on a ladder-frame chassis, the new Mini-Z 4×4 line features solid front and rear…
Imagine holding one of the fastest supercars in the world, right in the palm of your hand. Thankfully, Kyosho’s Mini-Z lineup lets you can do just that. Joining the yellow and orange color options for their McLaren P1 GTR replica is a new, red/white/black color option for those who prefer a more refined appearance on…
A small-scale rock crawler that’s packed with surprises. I’ve learned to temper my expectations when it comes to new R/C models. Too often, it seems my internal hype machine goes into overdrive and I become let down by various aspects of a new radio-controlled vehicle. As I mulled Axial’s latest small-scale release, the SX24 Deadbolt,…
I recently came across a new R/C brand that piqued my interest, all because of their recently-launched small-scale crawler. Ripper RC, a maker of unique radio-controlled boats and surface vehicles, has launched their UGR Platform, a 1/18-scale R/C crawler. Combining 3D printed elements with custom-designed chassis components, the UGR Platform offers an array of built-to-order…
Overjoyed. That’s how I would describe my feelings during the release of Axial’s original Yeti Jr. Rock Racer (and Yeti Jr. SCORE Trophy Truck). It’s hard to believe that those two models were released over two years ago and in that time…both have been discontinued. After Axial lowered the curtain on their two 1/18-scale models,…
The emergence of the Axial Yeti Jr. Can-Am Maverick X3 has brought along a series of aluminum and steel hop-up parts from Axial. While there are already a number of aftermarket parts for this model (and its predecessor), it’s nice to see Axial showing some love to their small-scale off-road machine. While most of these parts…
Feeling the urge to build an indoor R/C racer? Carisma has released their GT24B buggy and GT24R rally car as unassembled kits. Everything you’ll need is included in the kit (except batteries), so all you need to do is page through the manual and get to work. The ready-to-run (RTR) versions of these cars are…
1RC Racing has introduced a Silver Crown conversion kit for their 1/18-scale sprint car model, allowing you to drastically change up the look of your R/C racer. Containing right and left cage pieces, side panels, and more, this conversion kit appears to be an easy-to-paint and easy-to-install setup. Priced at $39.99, this conversion kit is…