The Losi NASCAR RC Car is one model that I've had my eyes on since it was first announced. As a life-long NASCAR and motorsport fan, the idea of ripping around my driveawy with a 1/12-scale replica NASCAR race car is very appealing. If that wasn't enough to make me pull the trigger on one […]
It's time to showcase another of my small-scale R/C machines. Today, we're taking a closer look at one of the five Traxxas TRX-4M models in my collection. This rig is special to me as it's the first TRX-4M that I purchased, and it jump-started my interest in 1/18-scale crawlers. Set up as an overland adventure […]
The CR18P Terranaut from Hobby Plus is one fun machine. In a class all its own, this rig is part trail cruiser, part crawler, and part recovery rig. All of those aspects combine to make a unique experience that gets better with every drive. As I kicked the tires on my review machine, I put […]
If you love small-scale R/C crawlers and off-road vehicles as much as I do, you're undoubtedly on the lookout for something unique to add to your collection. The folks at Hobby Plus certainly have turned up the uniqueness level with their latest release, the CR18P Terranaut 8x8. This 8-wheeled rig not only looks fantastic, but […]
Axial is taking small-scale R/C crawling to a whole new level with the introduction of its SCX30 platform. This new rig is compact yet powerful, offering plenty of indoor and outdoor R/C excitement, whether you're at home or on the road. If you're wondering what these tiny trucks look like in action, check out this […]
The team at Fair RC has a solid track record of creating unique, modded R/C models based on popular platforms. Their latest modded rig takes the Hobby Plus CR18P Arktos 6x6 and gives it a touch of flash and flair. The Fair RC CR18P Arktos 6x6 Mod offers two new color options, each paired with […]
If you love taking scale realism to another level, the folks at Hobby Plus have a new R/C crawler for you to check out. The CR18P Arktos 6x6 is an impressive-looking R/C hauler that features numerous visual details, combined with a solid chassis and drivetrain. This truck looks good in stock configuration, but I can […]
Just before Redcat released its brushless version of the Ascent-18 Scout II, Furitek announced its compact 2-in-1 Mini Komodo Unity Brushless Motor/ESC. The idea of a motor and ESC combo with an incredibly small footprint seemed too good to be true, and I had to see if this package lived up to the hype it […]
I can't deny it, I'm a sucker for a good-looking International Scout R/C rig. When the appearance is backed up by performance, then that's just icing on the cake. So, when Redcat introduced a brushless version of the Ascent-18 International Scout II, that just put the cherry on top of an already irresistible sundae. Already […]
HPI has released its second 1/18-scale crawler model, the Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco 4400. This scaled-down version of the RTR Vehicle's Ford Bronco "Fun Haver". Featuring a two-speed transmission, a clipless body mounting system, oil-filled shocks, and much more. See what this rig looks like in action, thanks to this footage from HPI: Specs: Dimensions […]
