Making the jump from a brushed to brushless setup in your small-scale rig can be a transformational experience. While brushed motors are nice, there's something about the smooth performance and extra punch that a brushless motor offers. While there are several brushless upgrade options on the market already, Batrazzi is adding one more with the […]
The folks at Fair RC are heading toward the end of 2024 with a new mod release, the FCX24 "Rustwood Mod". This ready-to-run (RTR) 1/24-scale rig is based on the FMS FCX24 Power Wagon and features a hand-weathered finish, upgraded wheels and tires, and a refreshed bed. With all of the characteristics of a well-worn […]
Get ready for fall with one of Fair RC's latest small-scale releases. They've revised their Halloween-themed FCX24 Power Wagon mod to give you the 1/24 Pumpkin Wagon Mod V2. This modified FCX24 Power Wagon features an orange and black color scheme with beefy, off-road-ready tires, making it an excellent choice for trail and crawling conditions. […]
The FMS 18th anniversary celebration rolls on with the introduction of the FCX24 K5 Blazer Pro. Based on its popular FCX24 platform, this special edition model features a brushless motor, metal suspension links, oil-filled shocks, and two color and graphics options. The folks at FMS have put together a video showcasing this new rig in […]
FMS has taken the wraps off of its 18th Anniversary Edition FCX24 K5 Blazer Pro. This 1/24-scale crawler sports two new body color and graphics options, plus an array of chassis and electronics upgrades to take this version of the FCX24 to the next level. The biggest upgrade on this model has to be its […]
One of the many reasons I love the R/C hobby is that I can collect several replicas of 1:1 vehicles without incurring crushing debt. The small-scale side of the radio-controlled universe is even more affordable than their larger, 1/10-scale cousins, making collecting various cars and trucks that much easier. Along that same vein, I often […]
FMS is celebrating its 18th anniversary with a few fun surprises. Their 18th Anniversary Sale can land you some great deals on select radio-controlled aircraft, but their tease of an upcoming small-scale crawler release is what I'm the most excited about. In the not-too-distant future, FMS will unveil the full details of their FCX24 Chevrolet […]
Camel Trophy, Land Rover, and R/C fanatics, your ride(s) have arrived. FMS has launched its newest small-scale crawling and trail truck platform, the FCX24M. Featuring four Camel Trophy-liveried models (Discovery, Range Rover, Defender 90, and Defender 110), you can take your love for extreme off-road adventure to a new level. In this video, I take […]
The folks at FMS are all-in when it comes to the small-scale R/C crawling scene. With their array of models and platforms covering the 1/24 (FCX24), 1/18 (FCX18), and 1/12 scale of vehicles, you'd think they'd be content adding to those families. Well, they aren't. Introducing FMS's newest 1/24-scale platform, the FCX24M Camel Trophy Edition. […]
The FMS FCX24 lineup has grown significantly over the years, with models ranging from crawler-focused rigs to highly detailed scale replicas. The FCX24 Chevrolet K5 Blazer is one of the new(er) additions to the FCX24 family, and it's definitely a looker. Combining plenty of visual detail with a performance platform that can take on almost […]
