The 1/24-scale R/C scaler scene has gained (yet) another player. RC4WD has decided to try its hand at small-scale crawling with the introduction of the 1/24 Trail Finder 2 RTR. While they're no stranger to scaled-down crawlers, this is the first sub-1/18 model from RC4WD. This scaled-down Trail Finder 2 features a ladder-frame chassis, shaft-driven […]
Pro-Line has announced a new body option for the ultra-popular SCX24 lineup. For those looking for an old-school look for their small-scale crawler, Pro-Line's 1978 Chevy K-10 Body offers a classic appearance for the 1/24-scale rig. This body set includes pre-applied overspray film, window masks, and a decal sheet. Pro-Line 1/24-scale 1978 Chevy K-10 Body […]
FTX has introduced its latest 1/18-scale R/C crawler, the Outback Mini X Fury. Featuring a Jeep-inspired, polycarbonate body, this model aims to provide a 1/10-scale driving experience in a slightly smaller package. Among the highlights of this model are a metal ladder-frame chassis with four-link suspension, integrated LED lights, four-wheel drive, and a clipless/hinged body […]
If you're hooked on 1/24-scale R/C crawlers, you are in for a treat with the ever-expanding universe of 1/18-scale scale/trail machines. While not as well-known as their slightly smaller counterparts, there are several 1/18-scale models that are packed with visual details and backed up by solid driving performance. One of the bigger names in the […]
The list of upgrades available for the SCX24 continues to grow. Injora has been increasing its array of upgrades, ranging from tires, wheels, chassis weights, shocks, and more. After installing Injora's 40mm Internal Spring Shocks on my SCX24 Deadbolt, I wanted to test out another of their shock upgrades; 32mm Aluminum-bodied, Adjustable Shocks ($14.99). While […]
The Carisma Scale Adventure MSA-1E ranks among my favorites when it comes to 1/24-scale R/C crawlers. While it may not be the juggernaut that is the Axial SCX24, it can still hold its own and provide plenty of indoor and outdoor entertainment. My MSA-1E Ford F-150 has been its own fair share of adventures, from […]
Searching for more scale detail to add to your Axial SCX24 Jeep Wrangler? Club 5 Racing has released a new rear bumper that includes LED taillights for even more realism. The Club 5 SCX24 Racing Rear Bumper with LEDs is a direct replacement for the stock rear bumper on your SCX24 Jeep and appears to […]
Slowly but surely, I'm converting each of my SCX24 rigs from stock to custom. The newest addition to my lineup, an Axial SCX24 Jeep Wrangler, received a new set of wheels, tires, and shocks, courtesy of Injora. After installation, it didn't take long before I had this rig rolling along, up and over an array […]
It seems that the number of upgrade options for the Axial SCX24 grows larger by the day. Since the introduction of this small-scale R/C crawler (and its skyrocketing popularity), several brands have turned their attention to creating hop-ups for this model. One such brand is Injora, a name that I've known over the years for […]
Small-scale crawling is booming and not just for 1/24-scale machines. There are a handful of 1/18-scale rigs making a name for themselves, including ROCHobby's Katana V2 ($179.99 Amazon). This second-generation 1/18-scaler has quite a few features that should delight fans of performance and appearance. With its hard plastic body, detailed interior, and multi-function LED lights, […]
