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February 6, 2017

Maverick Strada Red brushless RTR kits

Maverick have introduced the new Strada Red line of brushless RTR vehicles. Based off of the standard brushed variants the Strada Red line-up of cars and trucks all feature a brushless electronics group that includes the MM-22BL 3215KV brushless motor, which is fitted with a black laser-etched case and 4mm gold-plated plugs, plus the MSC-30BL-WP brushless waterproof ESC. Each Strada Red vehicle features a moulded tub chassis that provides durability and a stable and tough platform for a strong 4WD shaft drivetrain. Pre-built oil-filled shock absorbers and dual-wishbone independent suspension front and rear are part of the features list as is the MS-22 servo that is coupled to the dual-point steering system that features an integrated servo saver to protect the servo against crash damage. Other features include full ball bearings, gear differentials, a moulded spur gear cover and pre-mounted tyres as well as pre-decorated red-colour bodyshells. The range includes the XB buggy, XT truck, MT monster truck, TC touring car, SC short course truck, DC drift car, RX rally car and DT electric desert truck.

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February 6, 2017

Gizmo GZ1 2017 electric touring car kit

Gizmo Racing USA have introduced the 2017 variant of the GZ1 electric touring car. The latest variant has been refined to an all-new level, making it more adjustable, more durable and easier to drive. The GZ1 2017 still features the patented 2-main-gear drivetrain system, which makes is possible to have a 100 percent centred drivetrain and it features a new chassis and redesigned side rails, all cut from premium 2.0mm quasi isotropic carbon fibre. The 2017 version chassis has a new shape that is narrower at the sides and especially at the droop screw locations, which allows for a more natural roll characteristic with less chassis drag. Also new are the patented one-piece vertically mounted top decks for increased stiffness. These new pieces now integrate the option to run two more posts in between the two vertical rails to adjust the car’s overall stiffness and change the flex points.

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February 3, 2017

Antix by LRP MT-1 1/12th scale RTR monster truck

Coming from Antix by LRP is the MT-1 1/12th scale 2WD monster truck. The 320mm long vehicle is equipped with a sturdy 2WD drivetrain, long-travel suspension, full ball bearings and heavy-duty steel driveshafts. Included are also grippy all-terrain tyres, a pre-decorated bodyshell and a 2.4GHz radio system. The package is rounded out by a LiPo battery pack and a suitable quick charger.

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February 3, 2017

Traxxas Ford Fiesta ST NOS Deegan 38 RTR rally car

Traxxas’ popular 1/10th Rally car is soon available in a new bodyshell variant, coming as Ford Fiesta ST NOS Deegan 38. The 4WD chassis is based off of the Slash 4WD SC truck, it comes with a low centre of gravity tub chassis, oil-filled Ultra Shocks, and a brushless-ready full-time 4WD drivetrain. Race-proven, Revo-spec gear differentials make for great traction both on-road and off-road while the Titan 12T 550-size motor and waterproof XL-5 speed controller allow for exceptional speed right out of the box. The kit is completed by a TQ 2.4GHz radio system, grippy all-terrain tyres on black multi-spoke rims and a pre-decorated Ford Fiesta ST body.

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February 3, 2017

Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 AWD Ford GT RTR kit

Traxxas have announced the soon release of their all-new 4-Tec 2.0 Ford GT ready-to-run touring car kit. Taking the proven 4-Tec name to the next level the shaft-driven 4WD chassis is of a modular design, making maintaining and tuning a breeze. The wide tub chassis allows for massive space for the sealed receiver box, waterproof motor, speed controller, steering servo and battery while rigid suspension parts with pre-set geometry make the best out of the semi-slick high-grip tyres. The sealed, hardened steel bevel limited slip differentials allow the use of high-performance option motors with the kit coming with a standard 550-size 12T brushed variant. Included in the ready-to-run package is also a TQi 2.4GHz radio system and a Traxxas 7-cell NiMH battery. The kit is rounded out by an officially licenced Ford GT bodyshell and it will hit stores in March.

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February 2, 2017

Tamiya re-release more former re-releases

Tamiya let the good old times roll with more re-releases of already re-issued 1980’s kits as the Japanese company is set for a, from what is understood, limited and probably JDM-only re-release of the 2008 Boomerang, the 2011 Avante and the Novafox. The kits are meant to hit Japanese stores at the beginning of March but as they are not officially mentioned in Tamiya’s March release list and they are also not on show as re-issued items during this week’s Nuremberg Toy Fair, the “RC Special Items” declared kits may indeed not make an official return. Nevertheless they are soon up for grabs for everyone that wishes to complete his 1980’s icon collection.

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February 2, 2017

2017 International Toy Fair – Team Corally

Former Dutch and now Belgian company Team Corally show off some of their new kits during this week’s International Toy Fair in Germany. On show in Nuremberg are the new SSX-8R and SSX-8S 1/8th 4WD electric on-road cars. The rigid suspension vehicles fit into the growing class of 1/8th Electric Stock and they feature a unique front link-type suspension with pivot ball steering knuckles, they are belt-driven and are usable even with cheaper electronics thanks to their low weight. It is understood that the SSX-8 will become available as 8R include a range of option parts and also as more economically-priced 8S. We bring you more information on these kits as soon as they surface.

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February 1, 2017

2017 International Toy Fair – Tamiya

The 2017 edition of the International Toy Fair takes place this week in Nuremberg, Germany. Although more and more companies opt for a “no show”, with this year marking a new low point in terms of established manufacturers and distributors attending, there are still some industry icons present, such as Schumacher who feature an interesting CAT XLS re-release. A company that is living for the re-release of kits is definitely Tamiya who already announced some new, re-issued kits that are on show in Nuremberg. Wallet-busters such as the 2017 Bigwig and Top Force make an appearance as do the more entry-level green edition Grasshopper, the Grasshopper II or scale models such as the CC-01 Pajero or the TT-01 Type-E based Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo.II. Beside the re-releases Tamiya also show new kits such as the TT-02 Subaru WRX STI NBR Challenge kit, while racers hoped for a show up of the announced TRF419XWS but it is understood that the latter will make a first public appearance at the Shizuoka Hobby Show later this year.

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