When you think of rugged, 1:1 off-road-ready vehicles on which to base a radio-controlled crawler, there are some that come to mind instantly…and others that don't. Jeep, Ford, Chevy, and Toyota all have models that easily fit any "rugged off-road" criteria one might think of, and all have had either small-scale or 1/10-scale R/C replicas […]
Who's ready for some new hotness? Redcat has announced a new color option for its budget-friendly, incredibly capable Ascent-18. Alongside the original colors of silver, blue, and red, you can now get this tiny truck in an eye-popping hot pink color. No changes have been made under the hood, which is great news for those […]
If your FCX24, FCX18 or other small-scale R/C crawler is looking a little bare, FMS has a new collection of scale accessories to let you make the most of your next R/C adventures. Whether you're building your rig out to be an overland explorer or a beach cruiser, there are several accessory options to help […]
Say "hello" to the newest member of the FMS FCX24 lineup: the Lemur. Aimed at fans of small-scale rock crawling, the Lemur is a 1/24-scale rock buggy with a style all its own. Featuring oversized (height), replica BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A tires, a nylon tube-frame chassis, four-link suspension, portal axles, and a two-speed transmission, this […]
Pro-Line has introduced a new set of wheels for your next small-scale crawler project. Their 1.0" Rock Shooter Brass Crawler Wheels (#2812-00) not only look stylish, but they'll also add over 35g of weight to the lower-side of your 1/24 or 1/18-scale crawler. Made from machined brass, these wheels feature a multi-piece construction, a brass […]
Are you looking for more performance from your SCX24 or AX24? If so, Spektrum has announced the Firma 8A Sensored Brushless Smart ESC/Motor Combo, a setup that will give your small-scale rig smooth performance and plenty of power. Designed to be a drop-in replacement for the stock brushed motor on the SCX24 and AX24, this […]
Pro-Line has introduced another set of tires for 1/24-scale trail rigs and crawlers. Their 1/24 Interco Super Swamper 1.0" Tires with Holcomb Bead-Loc Wheels should be a great way to add traction and crawling performance to your small-scale radio-controlled machine. These tires are a scaled-down version of Interco's 1:1 Super Swamper tire with an aggressive […]
Winter is coming. While colder temperatures are still a few months away, it's never too early to start planning for your cold-temperature R/C fun. The folks at Tower Hobbies want you to keep your hobby excitement rolling and are offering up several deals on small-scale R/C crawlers during their "Crawl Into Fall Sale". For three […]
Carisma's refreshed MSA-1E "2.0 Spec" 1/24-scale crawler lineup features a blend of old and new. Featuring a refreshed body style from the past, a larger-than-normal 130-size motor, and a new transmission and gearing, each of these new rigs, the MSA-1E Mitsubishi Pajero and the MSA-1E Subaru Brat feature some impressive crawling and trail-running performance. If […]
Another day, another set of upgrades for the SCX24. This time around, I'm taking a first-hand look at Injora's 1.0" Beadlock Wheels for 1/24-scale R/C crawlers like the Axial SCX24, Carisma MSA-1E, Element RC Enduro 24, and others. Injora sent me a set of their 1.0" Beadlock Wheels ($19.99) to test out on my SCX24 […]
