See it in Action: Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon [Video]

If you’re looking for a blend of stunning detail and performance, you can’t go wrong with Kyosho’s Mini-Z lineup. While on-road vehicles have been the hallmark of this lineup, Kyosho has recently added scale off-road rigs to the mix, bringing the attention to detail to yet another level. Their latest Mini-Z 4×4 model is a…

See it in Action: Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon [Video]

Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon

The highly-detailed Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 has added a new model to its growing lineup. The Mini-Z 4×4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon takes small-scale off-road adventures to a new level with an ultra-realistic body and capable performance. Riding atop a Mini-Z 4×4 chassis, this latest addition to Kyosho’s small-scale lineup might be their best-looking yet. The…

Let’s Go Small-scale Crawling with Three 1/24-scale Rigs [Video]

With the addition of the RGT Adventurer V2 to my lineup of small-scale R/C crawlers, I had to see how it stacked up against the competition. So far, my two favorite models in this size category are the Axial SCX24 1967 Chevrolet C10 and the Carisma Scale Adventure MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150. All three vehicles…

Tear up Turf or Track with Losi’s Mini-T 2.0 Brushless Stadium Truck

Looking for more speed in a 1/18-scale package? Losi has released a brushless, ready-to-run (RTR) version of its Mini-T 2.0, giving you even more power to play with. While the original Mini-T 2.0 brought back this fan-favorite stadium truck, a higher output motor should bring a whole new level of fun to this small-scale machine.…

First-Impressions: RGT Adventurer V2 R/C Crawler

Much like the 1/10-scale R/C crawler landscape, the 1/24-scale trail truck scene has exploded in recent years. Many of the same players that you’ll find in the larger-scale market have branched off with small-scale offerings. In addition to mainstream brands such as Axial, Carisma Scale Adventure, and Element RC, some lesser-known names have created solid options for small-scale…

An Action-filled Overview: Xotik’s SC324 RTR Series [Video]

If you’re looking for something new from the small-scale R/C scene, check out the lineup of 1/32-scale R/C racers from Xotik. With a design similar to Tamiya’s non-R/C Mini 4×4 racers, the three vehicles in the SC324 line let you take your radio-controlled fun outside the track thanks to fully-proportional steering and throttle control. To…

ROCHobby Katana 1/18-scale Hard-bodied R/C Trail Truck

If you want to step up the size of your small-scale R/C crawler collection, ROCHobby has released the Katana, a 1/18-scale crawler that’s chock-full of scale details. Featuring a injection-molded body, detailed interior, and plenty of scale accessories, this truck should be an interesting addition to anyone’s small-scale garage. With an aluminum, ladder-frame chassis, three-channel…

Xotik 1/32-scale R/C Mini-track Racers

There’s a new game in town when it comes to small-scale R/C racing. Xotik, a newer name on the R/C landscape, has launched a series of 1/32-scale mini racers that blend fun, futuristic vehicle designs with the fury and action of mini-track racing. Sporting a design similar to Tamiya’s Mini 4WD racers, Xotik takes it…

Team Rafee Co. Defender D90 Body for the Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4

Team Raffee Co. has released a new hardbody option for the Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 lineup. Along with their Benz G-Class body, the Defender D90 body offers you a new way to change up the appearance of your small-scale crawler and add plenty of scale detail along the way. Made from extremely durable plastic, this 1/24-scale hardbody…

Team Rafee Co. Releases a New Benz G-Class Body for the Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4

The two models in the Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 lineup already have a ton of detail, but what if you’re looking for even more small-scale visual appeal? For those who are looking to swap out the body on their Mini-Z 4×4, Team Raffee Co. has released its Benz G-Class Body for this scaled-down crawler. Made from…

See it in Action: Carisma Scale Adventure’s MSA-1E 2020 Suzuki Jimny JB74

Carisma’s latest rig is the cute, compact MSA-1E 2020 Suzuki Jimny JB74. Riding atop their “gen 2” 1/24-scale crawler platform, this new model offers up a modern-bodied trail machine suited for indoor and outdoor fun. Carisma Scale Adventure Brand Manager, Peter Gray, has posted some action video of this 1/24-scale crawler, so you can see…

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