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 […]
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 […]
The SCX24 B-17 Betty is the latest model in the small-scale lineup from Axial. This limited edition, 1/24-scale crawler sports a throwback body and graphics package that pays homage to the rig that got Axial rolling, the AX10 B-17 Betty. This special-edition rig includes a number of collectible highlights, from Axial's 15th Anniversary decals to […]
To help celebrate 15 years of R/C adventure, Axial has released a limited edition version of its popular SCX24, throwing back to one of its earliest 1/10-scale models. The SCX24 B-17 Betty features the rugged throwback styling of a military truck blended with the impressive performance of the SCX24 platform. This model doesn't veer off […]
A small-scale crawler that boasts performance, appearance, and a very reasonable price. It’s hard to deny that small-scale R/C crawlers are one of the hottest segments of the hobby right now. Over the past few years, I’ve seen my own collection of tiny trucks expand at a rapid pace. The RGT Adventurer V2 trail truck […]
If you're looking for a blend of stunning detail and performance, you can't go wrong with Kyosho's Mini-Z lineup. While on-road vehicles have been the hallmark of this lineup, Kyosho has recently added scale off-road rigs to the mix, bringing the attention to detail to yet another level. Their latest Mini-Z 4x4 model is a […]
The highly-detailed Kyosho Mini-Z 4x4 has added a new model to its growing lineup. The Mini-Z 4x4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon takes small-scale off-road adventures to a new level with an ultra-realistic body and capable performance. Riding atop a Mini-Z 4x4 chassis, this latest addition to Kyosho's small-scale lineup might be their best-looking yet. The […]
With the addition of the RGT Adventurer V2 to my lineup of small-scale R/C crawlers, I had to see how it stacked up against the competition. So far, my two favorite models in this size category are the Axial SCX24 1967 Chevrolet C10 and the Carisma Scale Adventure MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150. All three vehicles […]
Much like the 1/10-scale R/C crawler landscape, the 1/24-scale trail truck scene has exploded in recent years. Many of the same players that you'll find in the larger-scale market have branched off with small-scale offerings. In addition to mainstream brands such as Axial, Carisma Scale Adventure, and Element RC, some lesser-known names have created solid options for small-scale […]
Team Raffee Co. has released a new hardbody option for the Kyosho Mini-Z 4x4 lineup. Along with their Benz G-Class body, the Defender D90 body offers you a new way to change up the appearance of your small-scale crawler and add plenty of scale detail along the way. Made from extremely durable plastic, this 1/24-scale hardbody […]
