This build series is sponsored by RCMart.com. Every R/C build brings new adventures and opportunities with every new bag. With the axles and suspension links assembled on our Orlandoo Hunter OH32A03 kit, it’s now time to build the heart and soul of this small-scale R/C crawler; the transmission and chassis. The OH32A03 transmission is positioned…
This build series is sponsored by RCMart.com. Every R/C build brings new adventures and opportunities with every new bag. With the axles and suspension links assembled on our Orlandoo Hunter OH32A03 kit, it’s now time to build the heart and soul of this small-scale R/C crawler; the transmission and chassis. The OH32A03 transmission is positioned…
R/C fun comes in all shapes and sizes, and Kyosho’s latest Mini-Z model takes that to heart. The Kyosho Mini-Z MP9 takes the spirit of their 1/10-scale competition buggy and sets it into the body of a 1/27-scale superstar. The Mini-Z MP9 is shaft driven, offering 4wd performance in a very compact package. the motor…
Part One: Bags A & B This build series is sponsored by RCMart.com. My first experience with a 1/32-scale kit arrived in the form of the Orlandoo Hunter OH32A03 kit, specifically bag “A”. This bag contained all of the parts and pieces for assembling the axles and axle housings. I’ve done this type of assembly…
Taking on a true small-scale R/C kit. This build series is sponsored by RCMart.com. When it comes to small-scale R/C models, you don’t have to ask me twice if I’m interested in taking a closer look at them. That said, there are still a handful of vehicles that I’ve been hesitant with, including the subject…
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…
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Axial’s latest small-scale model builds on their Yeti Jr. platform and tops it off with a scale Can-Am Maverick X3 UTV body. Featuring updated electronics (transmitter, servo, motor), this small-scale side-by-side should provide plenty of performance and visual pop. To see how this little buggy performs, check out this action video from the Axial crew.…
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…
The Yeti Jr. has been reborn! After the Rock Racer and SCORE Trophy Truck versions were discontinued, it looked as if Axial was getting out of the small-scale R/C business. Then, out of the blue, they released hints about a new model release with all signs pointing to another small-scale effort. Say hello to the…
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…
REEF’S RC has released a new micro servo that’s a perfect upgrade option for your micro R/C car, truck, or crawler. The 99:Micro Servo is a coreless, waterproof servo appears to be a great upgrade option for boosting the performance of your R/C machine. Featuring an aluminum casing and capable of handling 6 – 8.4V…