Attention Ford fans, Pro-Line has introduced a new clear body option for 12.3″ scale crawlers; a 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor crawler body. This officially-licensed body features authentic details found on the 1:1 Ford F-150 Raptor and will look great on any 12.3″/313mm wheelbase crawler. Compatible models include the Axial SCX10/SCX10 II and Vaterra Ascender. Included… Continue Reading
Attention Ford fans, Pro-Line has introduced a new clear body option for 12.3″ scale crawlers; a 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor crawler body. This officially-licensed body features authentic details found on the 1:1 Ford F-150 Raptor and will look great on any 12.3″/313mm wheelbase crawler. Compatible models include the Axial SCX10/SCX10 II and Vaterra Ascender. Included… Continue Reading
If smaller-scale R/C racing is what you crave, Team Associated has introduced the Reflex 14B, a medium-scale, brushless-powered buggy which appears to have all the makings of a capable off-road racer. Featuring a 4500kv brushless motor, waterproof 2S LiPo-capable ESC, and performance-minded internal components, the Reflex 14B appears to be quite an impressive buggy. Adjustable… Continue Reading
For fans of go-fast, race-ready R/C machines, Team Associated has a pair of smaller-scale models that are sure to get you revved up. The first of two 1/14-scale vehicles to be announced is their Reflex 14T brushless truggy. This ready-to-run (RTR) truggy is packed with race-inspired features and is designed to allow for easy tuning… Continue Reading
Although my written review of the Redcat Racing Everest GEN7 Sport was wrapped up a few months ago, my appreciation for this rig was so strong that I wanted to share some more thoughts about it on video. Each time I take this machine out for a drive, I continue to find myself amazed by… Continue Reading
ARRMA has been sending signals around an upcoming release, and they’ve upped the intrigue level with a short teaser video. Three main elements of the yet-to-be-named machine are highlighted, chrome wheels, a rock-solid truck facia, and what appears to be a brushless powerplant and ESC. If I had to put money on what’s coming down… Continue Reading
Large-scale R/C short course and trophy trucks have experienced a renaissance in 2018 and with the year not yet over, another model has made an arrival in the marketplace. Losi has introduced the 5IVE-T 2.0 BND, a 1/5-scale, gas-powered short course truck. Chock-full of performance features, from 4-wheel drive to a 32cc gas engine, this… Continue Reading
The Tamiya Grasshopper has a special place in my heart, not only as a classic R/C model but also as my first kit build. Tamiya has put a twist on this classic buggy with their latest kit, the 1/10-scale Comical Grasshopper. With exaggerated features such as larger wheels, tires, and driver cockpit, the Comical Grasshopper… Continue Reading
While there are many factors to keep in mind when racing, traction is one of the most crucial. Keeping your R/C machine locked in and digging on straightaways and corners can make a difference in where you end up when the checkered flag falls. JConcepts has introduced their “Octagons”, a new short course tire option… Continue Reading
My passion for the R/C hobby has deep roots in my overall love for automobiles, namely muscle cars. While my personal 1:1 dream car list changes from year-to-year, a majority of the vehicles on that list are still pavement-pounding, tire-shredding muscle cars. Thankfully, this hobby provides many opportunities to live out dream car fantasies on… Continue Reading
Summer’s not over yet! Although the days are getting shorter and there’s less daylight to enjoy, that doesn’t mean your summertime fun has to come to an end. Pro Boat’s SonicWake R/C boat has the power, the features, and the looks to greatly enhance any day at the lake. If you want to take your… Continue Reading
Opportunities like this don’t come along every day. The adrenaline junkies at Traxxas have fired up an amazing contest that will put the winner in hobby heaven. The ultimate prize is a choice between a $10,000 Traxxas R/C shopping spree or a ride-along in a 10,000+ horsepower Top Fuel Dragster, piloted by Larry Dixon. There… Continue Reading
Meet the latest mini-quad in the expanding Inductrix lineup. Folks my interest in quadcopters is beginning to rise, thanks to the recent updates in Blade’s Inductrix line. The aptly-named Inductrix Brushless BNF rocks four brushless motors, but it also includes features to make pilots of any skill level happy. On the power front, the Inductrix Brushless quadcopter… Continue Reading
If there’s one thing your R/C crawler can never have too much of, it’s grip. Traction is crucial, no matter if attempting to tame a gnarly trail, blasting over rocks and natural obstacles, or just out for a carefree drive. For the most part, the tires that your ready-to-run (RTR) machine will do the trick,… Continue Reading
Sometimes, it’s the simple things that make this hobby fun. I recently found a unique 3D printed accessory from the folks at Pushrod 3D that will make it easier for you to keep your batteries sorted out and know when you’re putting a fresh pack into your radio-controlled machine. Available in a set of eight,… Continue Reading
The crew at JConcepts has introduced a new stadium truck body for the Traxxas Rustler VXL that sports a retro flair. Based on the 1993 Ford F-150, this new clear body option allows you to get creative with your R/C racer and give it a semi-realistic look. Like other JConcepts bodies, this lid is made… Continue Reading
The booming scale R/C market gained another entry in late 2017 with the introduction of the Carisma Scale Adventure SCA-1E. This platform has quickly gained traction among hobbyists and has established itself as a solid option for hobbyists of any experience level and features plenty of room for modification and customization. If you want to… Continue Reading
![Built for Bashing: Pro-Line’s Brute Bash Armor Body [Video]](https://i1.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Pro-Line-Brute-Bash-Armor-Body-Wall.jpg?fit=1280%2C768&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Pro-Line’s Brute Bash Armor has been designed with one goal in mind: durability. This ultra-thick body option for the Traxxas X-Maxx is meant to withstand extreme punishment and stay intact after extreme bashing impact. Matt Wallace of Pro-Line gives an overview of this new body option in their latest video, which also gives a glimpse… Continue Reading
They did it again! The Carisma Scale Adventure trail team has completed the 2018 edition of “The Fix Enduro” at ParkerFest Europe, completing 12 grueling hours of non-stop trail action with their recently-announced 1976 Ford F-150 LWB rig. In a video posted by the team’s captain, J. Scott Curlin, you can see the moment when… Continue Reading
Although the days are getting shorter and the sun sets at a depressingly-early time, Summer’s not over. Not yet, at least. Why not take advantage of these warm, sunny days and hit the water with Pro Boat’s SonicWake speed boat? At 36″ long, the SonicWake is a bit of a sleek sea monster. It’s deep-v… Continue Reading
Blade’s Inductrix has become a hot little number in the world of R/C flight. This versatile quadcopter has gone from a standard line-of-sight flier to an FPV powerhouse, thanks in part to a passionate community of pilots. Another community-driven mod, a hovercraft conversion, has paved the way for the latest variant in the Inductrix line,… Continue Reading
![Unboxing a Beauty: Carisma’s Lotus Exige RTR [Video]](https://i2.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Carisma-Lotus-Exige-RTR.jpg?fit=1024%2C503&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Promo photos and box art can go a long way in showcasing an R/C car’s beauty, but I was blown away by the detail and beauty of Carisma’s Lotus Exige RTR after watching their official unboxing video. Not to spoil the show, but the first scene of this video is worth a rewind (or two). Based… Continue Reading
Tricking out your R/C vehicle with scale details and accessories isn’t just for radio-controlled trail trucks and rock crawlers. The fact is, there are plenty of on-road models and bodies that are ripe for customization. Take JConcepts Ford Mustang Fox Body for example. While this body looks great in stock configuration, adding a few scale… Continue Reading
Give your Team Associated DB8 or ARRMA Senton a new look with Pro-Line’s Raid wheels. These black nylon wheels feature “D-hole” design and are a great way to change up the look of your truck without breaking your budget. The Raid wheels will mount up to a 17mm hex and have a 2.2″ outer diameter… Continue Reading
Announced early in 2018, Kraken’s latest large-scale off-road R/C model is now available. The highly-detailed Vekta 5TT trophy truck features incredible scale visuals both inside and out making it a unique model for fans of larger radio-controlled vehicles. Under the hood, you’ll discover a full tube-frame chassis which wraps around this truck offering protection for… Continue Reading