The Traxxas TRX-4M has become one of my favorite small-scale (or any-scale) R/C machines. My collection currently sits at three, but I can see that growing in the not-too-distant future. Regarding the machines I now have in my collection, it hasn't taken me long to upgrade and customize them. While some upgrades have been performance-focused, […]
Summer is a great time to upgrade your small-scale R/C machine and head outdoors for an adventure. If you live to hit the trail or rock crawl, Little Guy Racing Parts has a great opportunity for you to tune up your 1/24 or 1/18-scale rig and save some money in the process. During their Independence […]
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 […]
The folks at FMS want to help you celebrate Father's Day in style and have launched their 2023 Father's Day Sale. For a limited time, you can get big discounts on certain models, including 20% off select 1/18-scale models, plus buy one, get one deals on other select 1/18 models. 2023 FMS Father's Day Sale […]
FMS has been churning out some amazing machines, and now you can save some money on a few of these vehicles. During the FMS Spring Sale, you can save 13% on select 1/18-scale models and 32% off select 1/12-scale vehicles. If you love high-level detail, these models are chock-full of scale goodness. FMS Spring Sale […]
It's always a great time to pick up a new hobby, and what better way to get into the world of radio-controlled cars and trucks than with a small-scale model? Packed with fun, many of the smaller-scale (1/16 - 1/24) machines on the market are compact and capable, making them great companions for camping trips, […]
If you have a soft spot for scale details in your R/C models, chances are you've taken a look at ROCHobby's lineup of small-scale R/C machines. Their latest trail truck, the Magnum, is a 1/18-scale vehicle that pays homage to 1950s pickup truck styling and offers a highly-detailed body for hobbyists who are sticklers for […]
It's no secret that the small-scale trail truck scene has been booming in recent years. One of the best-known brands in that area of the hobby, ROCHobby, has released the Magnum (#ROC11814RTRGN), a new 1/18-scale, ready-to-run (RTR), retro-styled truck that's just begging to be customized. With body lines and features found on pickup trucks of […]
I'm always excited when a new R/C model hits the market, and from what I've been reading and watching, the TRX-4M from Traxxas looks to be an impressive machine. This 1/18-scale R/C crawler and trail rig wonderfully captures the stunning 1:1 details of the modern Ford Bronco and classic Land Rover Defender with ABS plastic […]
If you love the challenge of R/C rock crawling and aren't into scale details and visuals, Axial's 1/18-scale Capra UTB18 might be a great machine to keep your crawling skills sharp well into the winter months. This scaled-down version of the 1/10-scale Axial Capra features a brushed, 37T motor, a LiPo battery pack, and a […]
