Whenever a new R/C model is announced, one of the first things I pay attention to, aside from the price, is the release date. The recently-announced TRX-4M from Traxxas appears to be one hot little machine and has me anxiously waiting for November to arrive. If you're in the same boat, why not take a […]
It might be the best time ever to get into the small-scale crawling scene. Between the models that are already available, and the ones that are on the way, there's something for everyone in this booming segment of the R/C hobby. If you're a hobbyist on a budget, you can pick up an RC4WD 1/24-scale […]
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 […]
Nah…it'll never happen. That was my prevailing reply whenever I'd daydream about Traxxas entering the small-scale R/C crawling scene. As an owner of a TRX-4, I've often wondered what a scaled-down Traxxas trail rig might look like. Today, that wondering has become a reality with the unveiling of the TRX-4M. Jumping into the well-populated pool […]
The Carisma team is making space in their inventory by slashing prices on Ford-related models, including the MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150. This 1/24-scale R/C crawler features a beautifully-designed body and is a solid performer on the trail. Along with a discounted price on this RTR model, you can also find discounts on pre-painted and clear […]
Have you had your eye on a new small(er)-scale rig from FMS? If so, Horizon Hobby has kicked off its 4th of July Hot Buys sale and is offering discounts on a selection of ready-to-run (RTR) models for a limited time. Between now and July 6, 2022, you can hit the trail for less, thanks […]
It looks like FMS has set its sights on the ultra-popular 1/24-scale crawling scene. After releasing a number of beautifully-detailed 1/18-to-1/12-scale models, they have released the FCX24 Power Wagon, a cage-backed, retro-inspired truck that looks…well, interesting. With the front-end styling of an old-school Dodge (or Doug) Power Wagon and the rear of a super-short bed […]
You'll soon be able to live out your supercar fantasies in ultra small-scale thanks to Kyosho's upcoming McLaren Senna GTR Mini-Z. Featuring the same sleek design as the 1:1 McLaren Senna GTR, this rear-wheel-drive model looks like a great addition to any R/C enthusiast's collection. Built on the Mini-Z RWD platform, the McLaren Senna GTR […]
One of the latest releases from FMS, the 1/18-scale Mogrich looks like a fun platform for scale R/C enthusiasts. With a utilitarian design and plenty of visual details, this small-scale rig looks like a great addition to anyone's R/C collection. While it looks great in photos, you get a real sense of what this machine […]
If you’ve wanted to try your hand at small-scale R/C crawling, here’s a great rig for you to get started with. FMS has slashed the price of its 1/18-scale Fire Horse to $68.99. That’s right, for 50% off the normal price of $137.98, you can pick up a fully-detailed and incredibly capable crawler to hit […]
