If you've been itching to update your Kyosho Mini-Z 4x4, you'll soon have the chance thanks to a set of upgrades from Kyosho. One is basic, while the other is on the wilder side. Getting weight added to any trail rig is important, regardless of its size. Even small-scale crawlers could use a little help […]
They say "three's a crowd", but when it comes to expanding lineups for R/C machines, I say, the more the merrier. Panda Hobby seems to agree with this sentiment and they've expanded their lineup of 1/18-scale crawlers to include the Tetra X2, an SUV-bodied trail machine. Featuring a body style similar to boxy, mid-80s off-road […]
Mario Kart is one of my family's favorite video games, and we've played quite a bit of it over the past nine months. With that in mind, you can imagine my excitement when I discovered the release of various R/C-themed MarioKart models, including the BIG Mario from Kyosho Egg. This radio-controlled Mario Kart replica brings […]
Redcat has released a pre-holiday surprise in the form of a 1/16-scale monster truck. If you're looking for an R/C-related stocking stuffer, take a look at the Redcat Volcano-16. While I haven't seen one of these trucks up-close, it appears to be a re-badged version of Haiboxing's 1/16-scale monster truck, which has been an incredibly […]
Pro-Line has introduced a new body option for Losi's latest 1/18-scale model, the Mini-B buggy. The Axis Light Weight Clear Body gives Mini-B owners a new, ultra-sleek body option for their small-scale buggy, giving it as much as an aerodynamic edge as possible when it comes to competition. Made from durable Lexan polycarbonate, this body […]
As the popularity of the Axial SCX24 rolls on, more and more brands are joining the upgrade party. Pro-Line has released a new body option for this small-scale R/C crawler, modeled after one of their better-known 1/10-scale products. The 1946 Dodge Power Wagon Clear Body for the SCX24 will transform your 1/24-scale machine into an […]
Modding the 1/24-scale Axial SCX24 has become a popular activity among small-scale R/C crawling enthusiasts. Among the growing list of hop-ups and upgrades for this model are a new set of aluminum beadlock wheels from Treal. Featuring three stylish finishes of black, red, and gray, these wheels not only add style to your small-scale crawler […]
Taking a closer look at a sub-$100 small-sale, radio-controlled, monster truck. I’ve become familiar with several R/C brands over the years, but there are plenty that I haven’t had the opportunity to experience yet. One of those brands is Haiboxing, maker of a variety of budget-priced R/C models ranging from monster trucks and crawlers to […]
Kyosho is celebrating one of its most popular 1/10-scale models on a much smaller scale. One of the latest additions to its Mini-Z lineup, the Mini-Z Buggy Readyset Turbo Optimathe Mini-Z Buggy Readyset Turbo Optima. Based on the popular Mini-Z platform, this throwback model pays homage to the 1/10-scale Turbo Optima buggy. Sporting a scaled-down […]
FTX RC has announced a new addition to their 1/16-scale trail truck lineup, the Outback Ranger XC. As mentioned in their Facebook page announcement, there are already versions of the Outback Ranger in 1/10 and 1/24-scale, so this new model slides right in-between those two options. Featuring Hobbywing electronics for the ESC, a brushed 370-size […]
