The ultra-detailed, 1/24-scale Kyosho Mini-Z Suzuki Jimny Sierra adds a new level of visual appeal to the landscape of small-scale R/C crawlers. Building on their original color palette, Kyosho has added two new colors to this branch of the Mini-Z 4×4 line. In addition to the originally released colors of Kinetic Yellow and Jungle Green,…
Now more than ever, there’s no shortage of models to choose from when it comes to small-scale R/C crawling. With many big names coming to the table, and a few lesser-known brands as well, you’re bound to find a 1/24-scale trail rig that’s the right fit for you. Hobby Plus has added to their 1/24-scale…
If you dig construction machines, Tamiya’s latest small-scale release is perfect for you. Their 1/24-scale Volvo A60H is a 6-wheeled earthmover that’ll let you live out your construction job fantasies (without the need for a hard hat). Despite its scale, the A60H is a decently-sized vehicle. With a length of 486mm/19.13in, this kit offers a…
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Small-scale R/C crawling truly knows no bounds. Whether indoors or out, most of the sub-1/10-scale models that you’ll find today are capable little machines and excel in just about any type of terrain. In testing the capabilities of Carisma’s latest 1/24-scale crawler, the MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150, I took this tiny truck outdoors for some…
In a short amount of time, Axial’s SCX24 has become a highly popular model for fans of trail-ready R/C action. A little over a year after it burst onto the scene, the SCX24 lineup has expanded past its original Deadbolt model to include the Jeep Wrangler JLU and Chevrolet’s C10 pickup truck. No matter what…
Along with their Mini-Z 4×4 Toyota 4Runner, Kyosho has also released a 1/24-scale replica of the Suzuki Jimny Sierra. This, dare I say “cute”, off-roading machine features a number of 1:1 scale details and rides atop Kyosho’s new Mini-Z 4×4 chassis. Using a ladder-frame chassis and four-link suspension setup, this tiny truck has the same…
Hit the small-scale trail with a 1967 Chevy C10 SCX24. Axial’s SCX24 has gained another branch on the family tree, thanks to the introduction of the 1967 Chevy C10. This 1/24-scale, ready-to-run (RTR) trail truck features a beautifully-crafted body that pairs perfectly with the durable and fun SCX24 chassis. Taking the surprising performance and capability…
Despite its small size, the Axial SCX24 has quickly established itself as a popular performer for fans of R/C crawling and trail driving. While this is a capable rig right out of the box, there are a few upgrades that you can make to allow your tiny truck to perform even better. Bodies The great…
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Axial’s SCX24 Deadbolt has been a surprisingly-capable rig for both indoor and outdoor crawling. Despite its size, the Deadbolt has proven itself to handle everything from log piles and groomed trails to rock gardens and downed trees. I took the opportunity to run this rig over some modestly-sized rocks and was blown away by its…
Carisma tweaks and tunes their 1/24-scale R/C crawler for true trail performance. Last year’s release of Carisma’s 1/24-scale MSA-1E crawler gave me high hopes for the state of small-scale crawling rigs. As a fan of larger-scale R/C crawlers, I’ve amassed quite a collection of scaled-down crawlers over the years, searching for the “perfect” rig for…