That’s right, the Axial Yeti XL monster buggy is now available as a kit, which means you get to put it together yourself. That also means that you can install the electronics of your choice and give the body you own custom paint job. But that’s not all of the good news. Axial includes some of the most popular option parts in the box to give this version increased durability and better performance. Some of those items include lower link plates, turnbuckles, Icon Vehicle Dynamics threaded aluminum Big Bore 16 shocks and Falken WildPeak M/T replica tires. I’m really happy to see that they have included a long travel sway bar with the kit. This is something that is not included with the ready to run version and it really needs it as mentioned in my review in the Febuary 2015 issue of Radio Control Car Action magazine. The sway bar will greatly reduce chassis twist and make the buggy more driveable.  The independent front and solid axle rear buggy is powered by two LiPo battery packs and accepts any standard 1/8-scale brushless system.

Official Axial info after the pics, click images to enlarge

Falken WildPeak M/T replica replace tires and black wheels replace the RTR version’s BF Goodrich Krawler T/A tires and chrome wheels.

An independent front suspension and solid axle rear soaks up the bumps and the batteries are housed on the sides of the molded plastic chassis. The kit version includes a scale fuel cell that can be used as a weight box or to store additional electronics.

Aluminum lower-link braces are new for the kit Yeti XL and stiffen up the plastic links. The long travel rear sway bar is a welcome addition and it keeps the chassis flat during hard launches and in turns. Icon Vehicle Dynamics replica threaded aluminum Big Bore 16 shocks are included in the kit. They have been updated with a silver finish and dual springs.

A 1/8-scale power system and two LiPo batteries are going to put a lot of power through the drivetrain. A steel spur gear and dual disc slipper clutch are ready for 6S action. This is the same setup that you’ll find on the RTR.

Once assembled, the Axial Yeti XL monster buggy is ready to tear up the dirt.

Latest from Axial:

Now in kit form, the Yeti™ XL monster buggy kit is a skillfully engineered truck with a solid rear axle and independent front suspension. Its distinct aesthetic and technical elements were inspired by full-size desert trucks. Its strategically engineered design supplies bashing stamina while delivering a high level of technical rock racing abilities without compromise in either category. This kit version will accept standard 1/8th scale brushless 4-pole systems and most industry standard stick packs. Officially licensed, precision Icon Vehicle Dynamics aluminum shocks are standard equipment and deliver smooth suspension movement for consistent handling. We’ve also included a rear sway bar (medium, 3.4mm), 3mm aluminum lower link plates, aluminum 17mm hex hubs and nuts, adjustable steel turnbuckles, and officially licensed 3.8 Falken WildPeak M/T tires in our S30 compound.

Features:

3.8 Falken WildPeak M/T Tires – S30

3.8 Raceline Monster wheels

Icon Vehicle Dynamics threaded aluminum Big Bore 16™ shocks

Front CVJ metal universals

17mm aluminum hex hubs

Long travel rear sway bar (medium, 3.4mm)

3mm aluminum lower link plates

Adjustable steel turnbuckles

AR60 OCP-Axle™ – solid rear axle, independent front suspension

WB XL CVJ rear driveshaft

WB XL CVJ prop shaft

Three driver helmets, complete set of decals, clear body and interior tray

AX90038 – MSRP $499.99

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This week, we go back in time to take a look at what most consider to be the first true RC monster truck: the Marui Big Bear. Back in 1984, this 1/12 scale crusher set the standard for a fat-tire stance with real monster proportions. the Big Bear is positively stone-age compared to today’s trucks, but it put monsters on the map.

This beautifully restored Big Bear by UltimateRC forum member “poika6″ shows off just how nicely proportioned the truck was, and the injection-molded body Datsun body is very well executed.

Tamiya’s wheelie-popping Wild Willy from 1982 inspired Marui’s “Super Wheelies” series in 1983, which would go on to spawn the Big Bear in 1984. Photo: shodog, RCUniverse.com

With the body off, you can see how simple the Big Bear was. The chassis isn’t much more than a tray, nothing like today’s trucks. Note the spring-supported bumper and rear trailing arm suspension, like the Wild Willy. Photo: bigbear.mirage-performance.com

The undamped and stiffly sprung suspension made for a sketchy ride on the rough stuff. Look how long that steering arm is! (bigbear.mirage-performance.com)

We reviewed the Big Bear in the Summer 1986 issue of Radio Control Car Action. You would never guess from the photos, but the Big Bear is 1/12 scale and only 12 inches long and 12 inches wide.

In 1987, Tamiya released the Midnight Pumpkin and Lunch Box, which further simplified the Wild Willy’s basic design and kept 1/12 scale alive as the scale for monster truck models. By going with 1/12 scale, the trucks were about the same size as 1/10 models of other vehicles, with basic running gear underneath to keep them light and rugged, and able to operate with decent performance on a 6-cell NiCD battery and 540 stock motor.

Then this happened… The Tamiya Clod Buster was released in late 1987 and it quickly took over as the king of the monster trucks. Its large size and dual motor power made it hard to resist. Aftermarket companies quickly jumped on the wagon and that helped move the Clod Buster into legend status. This truck paved the way for the monster trucks that we know and love today. Go here to see more pics of my classic Clod build, and click here to see the history of Tamiya’s solid-axle monster trucks.

The Big Bear and similar “small monster” designs soldiered on even after the debut of the Clod Buster, and the Big Bear was a part of our monster truck shootout in the May 1988 issue. It was up against some big hitters including the Clod Buster, MRP High Roller and the Tamiya Bruiser. Guess what: the Big Bear ended up taking the overall win.

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Losi’s gas technology is finally trickling down to other vehicles in the lineup. The next two vehicles on the list to get the innovational engine are Losi’s 8IGHT buggy and 8IGHT-T truggy. Losi has done a lot to make these RTR vehicles very user friendly. You get reliable power from the Dynamite .31 gasoline engine and it requires less maintenance and has a low operational cost. Losi even throws in a starter box to get the engine running. Other impressive features include AVC, a LiPo receiver battery and a 150cc fuel tank. These vehicles are the first of their kind and could change the face of buggy and truggy racing as we know it. We are very excited to get our hands on these new vehicles and get them in the dirt.

See the official PR below and visit our Hot News & New Stuff forum for more pics and all the details.

From Losi

1/8 8IGHT Gas Buggy RTR               LOS04000

The Losi® 8IGHT™ 4WD Gas buggy puts podium proven buggy excitement at your fingertips with the reliability of gasoline power and much more. Thanks to an impressive Dynamite® .31 ci gasoline engine, you can now experience all the 8IGHT has to offer now with unprecedented convenience. As the first gas powered buggies of its kind, the 8IGHT will run longer and require less maintenance compared to its Nitro fuel powered competitors. To better accompany the upgraded power and national championship driving characteristics the Losi 8IGHT buggy also comes with AVC® (Active Vehicle Control™) Technology. Using AVC, you’ll be able to drive faster with more control and get the most out of the ridiculous power and precision the 8IGHT gas buggy packs. This outstanding RTR package includes a Losi starter box for hassle-free reliable starting whenever you want ballistic gas buggy action. Join the gas revolution today.

•   Dynamite® .31 ci gasoline engine

•   Updated V2 carburetor for the .31 ci gasoline engine

•   Authoritative shaft-driven 4WD Drivetrain with sealed gear differentials

•   Spektrum™ 7.4 LiPo receiver battery

•   Convenient Losi® starter box included

•   Spektrum™ DX2E 2.4 GHz transmitter and waterproof receiver

•   AVC® Equipped 2.4GHz Receiver with 2.4GHz DSMR™ technology

•   Durable 4mm, hard-anodized aluminum chassis

•   Tuned to the same ROAR national championship characteristics.

•   16mm shocks for superior handling

•   Digital servos for maximum performance and response

•   Waterproof Spektrum™ servo and electronics

Type: 1/8 4WD Buggy

Length: 19.6 in (524mm)

Width: 12.1 in (308mm)

Height: 7.1 in (180mm)

Ground Clearance: 2.4 in (60mm)

Wheelbase: 12.7″-12.9″ (323-327mm)

Chassis: 4 mm 6061 T-6 Aluminum

Suspension: 4-wheel independent

Engine: Dynamite .31 ci

Drivetrain: 4WD w/3 silicone diffs & centrifugal clutch

Tire Type: Performance, high-wear

Wheel Diameter: 3.3 in (83.5mm)

Wheel Type: Dish buggy

Shock Type: 16mm, threaded, aluminum, oil-filled coil-over

Body: Screened, Cab-forward

Battery: 7.4V 1300mAh 15C LiPo Receiver Pack

Radio: Spektrum DX2E with AVC

Fuel Tank: 150cc (5.1 Oz)

1/8 8IGHT-T Gasoline Truggy RTR            LOS04001

The Losi® 8IGHT™-T 4WD Gasoline truggy puts podium proven truggy excitement at your fingertips with the reliability of gasoline power and much more. Thanks to an impressive Dynamite® .31 ci gasoline engine, you can now experience all the 8IGHT-T has to offer now with unprecedented convenience. As the first gasoline-powered truggy of its kind, the 8IGHT-T Gasoline will run longer and require less maintenance compared to its Nitro fuel powered competitors. To better accompany the upgraded power and national championship driving characteristics the Losi 8IGHT-T Gasoline truggy also comes with AVC® (Active Vehicle Control™) Technology. Using AVC, you’ll be able to drive faster with more control and get the most out of the ridiculous power and precision the 8IGHT-T gasoline truggy packs. This outstanding RTR package includes a Losi starter box for hassle-free reliable starting whenever you want to scratch your itch for ballistic gasoline truggy action. Join the gasoline revolution today.

•   Dynamite® .31 ci gasoline engine

•   Updated V2 carburetor for the .31 ci gasoline engine

•   Authoritative shaft-driven 4WD Drivetrain with sealed gear differentials

•   Spektrum™ 7.4 LiPo receiver battery

•   Convenient Losi® starter box included

•   Spektrum™ DX2E 2.4 GHz transmitter and waterproof receiver

•   AVC® Equipped 2.4GHz Receiver with 2.4GHz DSMR™ technology

•   Durable 4mm, hard-anodized aluminum chassis

•   Tuned to the same ROAR national championship characteristics.

•   16mm shocks for superior handling

•   Digital servos for maximum performance and response

•   Waterproof Spektrum™ servo and electronics

Type: 1/8 4WD Truggy

Length: 18.75 in (476mm)

Width: 16.38 in (416mm)

Height: 7.3 in (185.5mm)

Ground Clearance: 2.6 in (66mm)

Wheelbase: 14.93-15.09 in (379-383mm)

Chassis: 4 mm 6061 T-6 Aluminum

Suspension: 4-wheel independent

Engine: Dynamite .31 ci

Drivetrain: 4WD w/3 silicone diffs & centrifugal clutch

Tire Type: XTT Performance, high-wear

Wheel Diameter: 4 in (101.6mm)

Wheel Type: Dish, truggy

Shock Type: 16mm, threaded, aluminum, oil-filled coil-over

Body: Screened

Battery: 7.4V 1300mAh 15C LiPo Receiver Pack

Radio: Spektrum DX2E with AVC

Fuel Tank: 150cc (5.1 Oz)

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You can put this right at the top of the “we didn’t see it coming list”! HPI has made some tweaks to its popular Baja line and has introduced on on-road version for all of us to enjoy. The Baja 5R has a chassis that is designed specifically for on-road use and power for this car comes from a 23cc 2-stroke gas engine. That’s all standard stuff so let’s take about that impressive body. Covering the chassis is a very large and impressively molded 1970 Ford Boss 302 and a set of vintage 8-spoke wheels and Tarmac Buster tires complete the look. This is one impressive ride!

See the official PR below and visit our Hot News & New Stuff forum for more pics and all the details

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From HPI

Introducing the new Baja 5R On-Road!

The Baja 5R On-Road takes the HPI Baja concept to all-new places: to the streets! With a lowered suspension designed purely for on-road action, the Baja 5R is the perfect way to enjoy large-scale fun while burning up the pavement! The first thing you’ll notice about the Baja 5R is the huge 1970 Ford Boss Mustang body, which is set off by a set of vintage 8-spoke wheels and Tarmac Buster tires! This iconic muscle car is the perfect fit for the rear-wheel drive Baja 5R, and the setup of the Baja 5R will let you pull off impressive, controllable powerslides for awesome realistic driving! The Baja 5R suspension and drivetrain is based on the extremely tough Baja 5B, so right from the start you know the on-road version will be super-tough in any situation, plus it will be very easy to find spares and upgrades for the Baja 5R. The heart of the car is the Fuelie 23cc engine, which will give the Baja 5R wheelspinning power and enough top speed to make your pulse race!

Features:

• Replica 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 bodyshell
• New on-road 5mm thick aluminum monococque chassis
• On-road suspension geometry with low ride height
• Extremely durable suspension derived from Baja 5B buggy
• On-road foam front bumper
• Vintage 8-spoke beadlock wheels with Tarmac Buster tires
• 23cc engine with super-durable Baja 5B drivetrain
• SFL-11MG steering servo
• Enclosed radio box with battery charging jack
• New TF-45 2.4 GHz radio system

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Thunder Tiger is pouring it on with a gang of new releases, including a solid-axle trophy truck! Check out the pictures below and get more details in our Hot News & New Stuff forum.

JACKAL Trophy Truck
People have been asking for an RC trophy truck with a solid rear axle for years and it looks like Thunder Tiger is the first company to feed that need with the new JACKAL Trophy Truck. It’s 1/10 scale and brushless, more pics and details here.

AXIO 8Be Terra Buggy RTR
What happens when you take an electric 1/8-scale buggy rolling chassis and mate it with a slick buggy body with roll cage? You get the AXIO 8Be Terra Buggy. You can see more here.

KAISER eMTA Monster Truck
We last saw the eMTA dressed in a futuristic body that resembled a sneaker–this is better. The eMTA is a very capable big-volt truck and this Jeep-ish version looks like a lot of fun. More pics and info here.

K-ROCK MT4 G5 Monster Truck
Looks like Thunder Tiger is going after the Traxxas Summit with this one, and the chassis is one of the most unique we’ve seen. Get a look under the hood here.

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I have been a fan of 1/5-scale for many years. I love the size of the vehicles and have always been impressed by the performance that they give you. About 5 years ago I thought it would be cool to have a 1/5-scale trophy truck but the problem with that was that no one was making them. That’s why I decided to make my own! I had hoped that this truck would be done by now but life happens and I have had to set the truck aside to get some other stuff done. Here’s what is done so far.

Everything you see in aluminum are parts that I designed in a CAD system. The inspiration for the chassis design came from a trophy truck that Robby Gordon was building. I really liked the Y-shape and make that happen on my truck. The shock towers will give me some suspension adjustment and the suspension arms are designed to look similar to what they use on full-size trucks. All the aluminum parts on this truck were made by my buddy Ed Cable. The plastic components that you see are from an HPI Baja.

Slowing things down is a hydraulic brake system with custom made carbon fiber discs and aluminum brake pads. The disc is going to be floating on multiple screws in the hub. I got this design from the many short course races that I have attended. They use a brake disc similar to this. I really liked the look of them so I had a few made up for my truck.

Power for my truck is coming from a 23cc Zenoah engien. You may notice that it doesn’t look like the engine found in a HPI Baja or Losi 5IVE. It’s a marine engine and the reason for using it was for two reasons; it spools up faster and it’s cool to say that I have a water cooled engine in the truck. It’s something that no one has so why not. It will have a custom made electric starter that I will be able to operate from the radio and the gear mesh will be adjustable so that I can easily change out pinion gears.

I have searched long and hard for a way to cool my engine and this is what I found. It’s a radiator for a computer and although it will do the trick I’m not a fan of the look and may make my own.

I am installing a slipper clutch from HPI that is designed for the Baja series of vehicles. It will make it easier to control my truck during hard launches and will help protect the drivetrain from shock. It will be attached to a custom made shaft and mount.

Here are the lower links for the rear suspension. HPI Baja rod ends will complete the package.

I started on the roll cage. The current tubing is 3/8 steel tube and I am brazing it together. I designed a custom clamp for my lathe so that I can feed the tube into an end mill at the right angle to fish mouth it and get a nice clean joint. This is as far as I have gone with the tubing and I plan on scrapping it because of its weight. The new cage will be constructed out of aluminum tube to considerably reduce the overall weight of the truck.

So that’s it so far. I am working on setting up a new spot to work on my truck and am investing in a few tools that will improve the project. I’m really  looking forward to getting this one done. What are your thoughts? Email me at kevinh@airage.com and let me know.

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Saying that I was excited when Tamiya introduced the Grand Hauler is a major understatement. Out of all the Tractor Trailer rigs that Tamiya has introduced the King Hauler has been my favorite. A project on my long list involves a King Hauler and me stretching the chassis and adding a few touches to make it look like a custom rig that you would see at a big rig show. It looks like Tamiya has been inside my brain because the Grand Hauler pretty much looks like what I was planning on building. Luckily I didn’t have to wait for long after the truck was announced to get my hands on a kit. Let’s take a look inside the box and see what you get!

The Grand Hauler comes in a large box with an awesome pic of the finished truck. Doesn’t that make you want to buy it? It looks just like a real truck.

Don’t be intimidated by all of the parts inside the box. Tamiya makes it very easy to build with their great instructions and well packaged parts.

The cab is borrowed from the King Hauler and thanks to its simplicity it doesn’t take long to paint like other trucks such as the Freightliner Cascadia Evo and Man that have a lot of body panels. This body however is not as easy to buff out when painted because of the rivets that are molded into it.

Large molded rear fenders replace the smaller black ones that are found on all of Tamiya’s Tractor Trailer trucks. They are going to look great with a coat of paint and there’s plenty of room there for graphics. They wrap nicely around the rear tires of the truck.

It has a driver figure! I’m really excited that this truck includes a driver figure and just like others that Tamiya has produced this one is full of realistic detail.All the Tamiya trucks have a dashboard, a set of seats and a clear windshield and this is what they all have been missing. The good news is that the driver comes on its own parts tree so you can easily purchase one and add it to your rig to complete the package. This guy is smaller than the rest of the figures that Tamiya offers so if you want to grab this little guy for your Mountain Rider he will need a booster seat to see above the steering wheel.

Look at all that chrome. This is just a touch of what you get with the Grand Hauler. You can see the custom grill, part of the stacks, rear bumper and more. If you want to build your truck without chrome, you can easily remove it from the parts with a little oven cleaner.

Yes, that’s a lot of tire and you have to mount all ten of them on the wheels. The good news is that they fit tightly on the wheels and don’t require glue. Check out the realistic treads.

A lot of gears, shafts,bushings and more are used to make the shiftable transmission work. It is easy to build but you have to pay attention to what gear goes where and where the clips go on the shafts.

I’m excited to get started on this build and I have a really cool color for the body. You’ll find out what that is when it comes out in Radio Control Car Action. This is going to be a fun build.

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I have spent years building solid axle monster trucks in a quest to build one that will out perform anything out there. I even designed and built my own truck from the ground up. The second I saw the back half of an Axial Yeti I knew that my dream of building the best handling truck was about to come true. I gathered up the parts, did some thinking, and ended up with what you see here. That’s all the info that you’re going to get on this one. To find out more you’ll have to check out the spring edition of Radio Control Monster Trucks. Here are a few sneak peak pictures. All we have to do now is get Axial to produce and sell this awesome monster truck.

Yep, it sure does carve up the turns! This truck is fast and handles very well.

This build went together very well and in the end it looks like it’s something that came out of the Axial factory. Please build one Axial!

A few simple custom made parts were needed to connect two rear Yeti suspensions together. An LRP power system, Futaba servo and radio and Maxamps battery make it go.

See it in our Monster Trucks special issue, on sale now!

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Good news if you’re looking for Axial wheel options: Pro-Line will soon have a new version of the Faultline Bead-Loc wheel with a 6-lug hub, which makes it perfect for the Yeti, Spawn, Wraith Poison Spyder Edition, and just about anything else with a 6-lug setup. According to Pro-Line, the rims also offer improved grip on the tires so you don’t have to worry about them pulling out of the bead. No word yet on availability, but the wait shouldn’t be long based on previous Pro-Line “sneak peeks.”

For more details and pics, visit our Hot News & New Stuff forum

From Pro-Line

Here is a Sneak Peek of the upcoming Faultline 2.2 6-Lug Bead Lock Wheels. These are designed to fit the Axial Yeti, Spawn, Wraith Poison Spyder Edition, and most popular 6-Lug aftermarket adapter hubs. Designed to be used with our popular 1166-14 Standard and 10107-17 XL 2.2 Interco TSL Tires. These new wheels offer greatly improved holding power combined with easier mounting over the stock wheels.

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Pro-Line is at it again and the company is now offering its PRO-MT monster truck is Ready to Run form. This isn’t a down-spec version of the truck; the “Pro Built” PRO-MT is hand-assembled in house at Pro-Line, and features high end electronics including an Airtronics MX-V radio, Castle Sidewinder 3 Waterproof speed control, Neu-Castle 4600kV motor, and a hand-painted body. Now for the bad news: the Pro-Built PRO-MT  is a limited production truck, so if you want one you better get it on order right away. We’re pretty excited about this deal and hope that this gets us Pro-Built versions of Pro-Line’s short course truck and short course buggy too.

Keep up with all the latest gear–bookmark our Hot News & New Stuff forum!

From Pro-Line:

This is a Pro-Built PRO-MT Monster Truck. The PRO-MT is now available in limited quantities hand built by the PROs at Pro-Line! These limited edition PRO-MT kits come fully assembled with a hand painted and cut out Sentinel body (Classic PRO-MT Blue and Black paint scheme) and includes high-end electronics and radio system pre-installed! Just add batteries!! 

Here is what the Pro-Built PRO-MT comes with:

•Castle Creations Sidewinder 3 Waterproof 1/10 Sport ESC/Motor Combo w/Neu-Castle 1406 (4600kV)

•Airtronics MX-V FHSS-2 2.4GHz Radio System w/92625 3-Channel Waterproof Receiver

•ProTek R/C 4mm Aluminum Long Clamp Lock Servo Horn

•Robinson Racing 48P Pinion Gear (19T)

•Airtronics 94851 Digital Hi-Power Ball Bearing Metal Gear Servo

•Painted & trimmed Pro-Line Sentinel Body

If you want the Best, #1 Rated Monster Truck that is Ready to Bash (just add batteries), look no further than the Pro-Built PRO-MT!!

Durable. Proven. Performance. The PRO-MT 1:10 Monster Truck Kit is ready for Extreme Fun and non-stop Wheelie Popping Action! Pro-Line used our 30 years of experience making the highest quality and best performing accessories to create the ultimate Go Anywhere – Do Anything Monster Truck. Bashing has never been so good! The PRO-MT has race-bred DNA carried over from the PRO-2 platform that will perform way above expectations and is built with proven Pro-Line durability that will withstand the toughest backyard bashing. The PRO-MT includes major components that are made in-house at Pro-Line in the USA!

The PRO-MT is unlike any other Monster Truck available because it was designed from the ground up to have the highest quality components and the best performance right out of the box. No need to spend tons of money on upgrades like all the other trucks available… the PRO-MT has the upgrades you need included!

ALUMINUM PERFORMANCE CHASSIS

Durability meets Performance with Pro-Line’s PRO-MT Aluminum Chassis. The Tough 3mm thick Gun-Metal Anodized 7075 Aluminum Chassis extends the full length of the Truck for Maximum Durability. The Chassis and Steering is pre-built from the factory to get you up and running faster 

PERFORMANCE HD TRANSMISSION 

The Transmission is the Heart of any vehicle and the PRO-MT’s heart is Proven. The Performance HD Transmission has been beefed up with all Steel Internal Gears to handle 2S & 3S Brushless Power! The Oil-filled, tunable Differential coupled with the Steel Top Shaft, Idler Gear and Diff Gears define what the PRO-MT is all about: Durable. Proven. Performance.

POWERSTROKE SHOCKS

The PowerStroke Shocks utilize dual-rate spring technology just like full-scale machines. The bodies are threaded for precision ride height adjustment and are finished with a high performance coating for great performance and appearance. This is one of the #1 most popular performance upgrades that Pro-Line has ever produced and they come as standard equipment with the PRO-MT.

PRO-SPLINE HD AXLES

Pro-Line developed the all-new Hardened Steel Pro-Spline HD Axles specifically for the PRO-MT Kit to handle Serious Power! The Sliding Axle Design allows for Extreme Suspension Travel and includes Massive 18mm Outer Ball Bearings for Extreme Durability.

TRENCHER TIRES WITH F-11 WHEELS

Pro-Line knows tires and we included the Best of the Best with the PRO-MT. Super traction and Superior Wear of our Medium M2 compound provides performance on any terrain. Made in the USA.

Features:

•Durable. Proven. Performance.

•Pre-Built by the PROs

•High End Electronics and Radio System pre-installed

•Made entirely of High Performance Components

•The ultimate Go Anywhere – Do Anything Monster Truck

•Race bred DNA for unbelievable performance never before seen for this type of vehicle

•Extreme Durability to handle the roughest Backyard Bashing

•All the upgrades already included, just add batteries.

•Extra-thick Sentinel Body, F-11 Wheels, Trencher Tires & Suspension Components proudly Made in the USA

What’s Included:

•Hand Assembled PRO-MT 1:10 2WD Monster Truck Kit

•Pre-Painted and Cut out Sentinel Body (1pc)

•Pre-mounted Trencher 2.8” Tires on Black F-11 Wheels (4pc)

•ProTrac Suspension kit

•PowerStroke Shocks (4 pcs)

•Performance HD Transmission

•PRO-MT Performance Aluminum chassis, components and hardware

•Castle Creations Sidewinder 3 Waterproof 1/10 Sport ESC/Motor Combo w/Neu-Castle 1406 (4600kV)

•Airtronics MX-V FHSS-2 2.4GHz Radio System w/92625 3-Channel Waterproof Receiver

•ProTek R/C 4mm Aluminum Long Clamp Lock Servo Horn

•Robinson Racing 48P Pinion Gear (19T)

•Airtronics 94851 Digital Hi-Power Ball Bearing Metal Gear Servo

•BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED

Body Specs:

Length: 18.0″ (457mm)

Width: 14.0″ (355mm)

Wheelbase 11.2″ (284mm)

Weight:

with tires 4.1lbs. (1.86kg)

4003-20 – $589.95

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I’ve built a ton of trucks in my many years in RC and yet there are some that I never had the chance to build or modify. We all have the “I wish I had that or this” stories when it comes to RC and this is my time machine shopping list of the trucks that got away.

Marui Big Bear
I can still remember seeing the ad in Radio Control Car Action for the Marui Big Bear. I always liked the look of it but then I was able to see it in person at my local hobby shop and really fell in love. The body was well detailed, and how could you not like those big tires? The Big Bear wasn’t the best handling monster truck out there but for me its looks more than made up for that. Photo: iconicrc.com

MRP High Roller
This is a truck that you didn’t get to see much of back in the day. The MRP High Roller was one of the first scale monster trucks and it featured large terra treaded tires, scale engine, scale shocks and more. At first glance it looks like it may be a solid axle truck but it actually had front and rear independent suspension with the shocks mounted on the top arms. I always wanted to get my hands on one of these trucks but it never crossed my path. Photo: clodtalk.com

Tamiya Monster Beetle
The Tamiya Blackfoot was an iconic RC vehicle back in the late 80s but to me the truck that should have got as much love if not more was the Tamiya Monster Beetle. Although it was pretty close in design to the Tamiya Blackfoot it did have some differences such as the shocks, spiked tires, gold plated wheels and of course that trick beetle body. If I were able to get my hands on one I would stick with the box detailing then stare at it for hours. Photo: iconicrc.com

Kyosho USA-1
The Kyosho USA-1 was a high performance dual motor truck from Kyosho that was often put up against the Tamiya Clod Buster. This truck was slightly faster and had an independent suspension system that soaked up bumps and jumps really well. I wasn’t able to get my hands on one when it was out in the 90s but with Kyosho entering the rerelease market maybe we will see a modern version of one in the near future. Photo: Ebay

Kyosho Nitro USA-1
The Kyosho Nitro USA-1 used a 1/8-scale buggy as a platform and was nitro powered. It was one of the top nitro powered trucks of its time and we even featured a few Nitro USA-1 projects in Radio Control Car Action back in the day. I wasn’t able to get one back in the day but maybe I can build a modern day version. Could you imagine getting your hands on the body, tires and wheels and attaching all that to a modern day buggy chassis? That would be one sick truck! Photo: tamiyaclub.com

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When racing a nitro sedan you need all the power and torque you can get to stay ahead of the pack. Reds Racing is a company that is ready to give you that kind of power with its new 2.1cc nitro mill. It’s designed for 1/10-scale racing and its long stroke will get your sedan from corner to corner as quickly as possible. Each engine is hand tweaked and inspected by the world famous Mario Rossi so you know it will be getting the job done. This engine looks fast just sitting still and we can’t wait to see what it does on a track.

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Latest from REDS Racing:

Reds Racing have released their new M3 World Touring S, a 2.1 cc engine for the 1/10 On-road Touring Racing class.

The new engine offers the most advanced technologies to get the best performance and reliability.

The WTS has been provided with a new extra long stroke which guarantees extreme torque and high power. The Extra Long Stroke engine geometry gives exceptional power at low-medium RPM for a greater acceleration.

Another main feature is the all-new 7mm front crankshaft and bearing, made on purpose to guarantee higher stiffness and better performance.

Furthermore, the WTS features a stiffer crankcase and a new lightweight cooling system. The WTS is also one of the lightest engines in its category thanks to a redesigned cooling head and due to a new combustion chamber and back-plate design.

REDS M3 WTS is hand-tuned by Mario Rossi and comes with a silicone-filled, balanced and tuned crankshaft.

Before leaving the factory each engine is hand inspected and compression checked by Mario Rossi for maximised performance. On top of that there are also already broken-in engines available.

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I just wrapped up a how-to on building the Axial Yeti XL kit for the June issue of Radio Control Car Action. It’s a fun build and I highly suggest that you have plenty of room to get through it. The parts for this bad boy are pretty large. While you’re waiting for the issue to come out I though that I would give you a sneak peak at the finished buggy. This sucker is a beast!

The Yeti XL kit comes with a rear sway bar, which does a great job of keeping the chassis more flat in the turns. If you made this move with the RTR the front tire would be much higher in the air.

The Yeti XL kit has a functional spare tire that not only adds more weight but it puts it pretty high up in the air. The extra weight in the rear actually helps with stability and made the Yeti XL easier to drive than the RTR version.

When you mash the throttle, the chassis stays flat and the tires don’t diff out which allows it to do a better job of using all four tires to put power to the ground. You have to choose a 1/8-scale speed control and motor for your build and I went with a Tekin RX8 Gen2 system for mine.

When you finish your build the chassis will look like this. Note the Falken tires, dual springs, reinforced rear arms, and weight box (disguised as a fuel cell), which are unique features for the kit Yeti XL.

Not only is this buggy packed full of adjustments and performance but it also has the look of a full-size rock racer. Note the 17mm wheel hexes; they open the door for aftermarket tires and wheels.

The roll cage on the Yeti XL isn’t just there for looks, it’s also a functional piece. To get to the electronics you simply remove the two front body clips and tilt it up.

The spare tire isn’t just there for looks. It’s a functional piece and easy to remove thanks to the winged nut holding it in place.

The driver compartment is made from a molded piece of Lexan so just like the body you paint it from the inside. The driver heads however require paint on the outside so for that I used a can of red paint from Testors. Axial includes three different heads to top off the body; a street bike style, MX syle or old school open face helmet with skull face.

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JConcepts has been pretty busy lately making parts for the new Team Associated T5M stadium truck and here’s another new batch of parts. First up is the popular JConcepts Finisher body that has been adapted to fit the T5M chassis. Features include a cab foward design, chin spoiler, revised front hood scoop and built-in air escape passages.

To replace the T5M’s stock steel turnbuckles, JConcepts offers their “Fin” titanium turnbuckles that offer wider flats for easier adjustment with the strength and weight savings of titanium.

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From JConcepts

JConcepts is here to support the emergence of stadium truck with a Finnisher body which drop fits on to the Team Associated T5M racing truck. The #0289 body incorporates pre-dimpled locations for the hottest new truck on the circuit. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. A revised front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for the unique T5M geometry while smoothing out the front down force area. Front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals stand-out like an 18 wheeler.

Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the Finnisher body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. The new body includes the high performance gurney spoiler which increases rear grip and balances the handling characteristics of the aggressively styled body. The Finnisher for the T5M is class leading straight out of the package. 1/10th stadium truck racing is back, JConcepts style.

Features:

• Drop-on fit for the T5M
• Original – JConcepts Finnisher design
• Blended wing / body design
• Includes additional separate gurney spoiler with mounting hardware
• Clear polycarbonate with protective film
• Window masks and Finnisher decal sheet

Finnisher – RC10T5M body w/spoiler
Part # – 0289
Retail price – $31.00
(Fits – Team Associated T5M)

JConcepts – Finnisher T5M gurney spoiler
Part # – 0147
Retail price – $7.00
(Fits – #0289 direct replacement spoiler)

JConcepts is Titanium with the introduction of the Fin turnbuckle sets designed specifically for style, durability and performance. The base of the shafts design is centered around a .143” titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts the standard Team Associated 5 series of vehicle ball cups. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the “finned” cuts that rotate about the center. The fin turnbuckles are lightweight and the original design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought after exotic materials in the world. The JConcepts turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation.

JConcepts turnbuckle adjustment wrench is offered separately as part # 2234.

Features:

• Original JConcepts design and “Fin” styling
• High-grade, machined titanium material
• Standardized 3mm thread base
• Left and right hand threads with conveniently marked left
• Aesthetic jewelry

JConcepts – T5M generation Fin titanium 67mm turnbuckle set – 6pc.
Part # – 2441
Retail price – $45.00
(Fits – Team Associated T5M)

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Scale trucks are a big deal right now and a segment that is growing in popularity is the mud bog scene. We can thank waterproof brushless system and servos for that. RC4WD is jumping on the mud bog bandwagon in a big way with a new set of tires that are sure to dig right into the mud and get your truck through with no problem thanks to its narrow carcass and aggressive tread design. RC4WD’s new Licensed Genius Sem Limites 2 tires are designed to fit 2.2-inch wheels and give your truck a very aggressive look. Now it’s time to grab a set of these tires and build a sweet mud truck.

From RC4WD

These are the all new Licensed Genius Sem Limites 2 tires. These have been Officially Licensed by the Genius Tyres company and are only available from RC4WD and our Dealers 

Specifications:

• Advanced X2 SS Compound (Super Soft & Super Sticky)
• Fits 2.2″ Wheels
• OD: 5.43in / 138mm
• ID: 2.2in / 56mm
• Width: 1.7in / 43mm
• Each Tire Weight: 3.6oz / 103g

What’s Included:

• 2x RC4WD Genius Sem Fronteira 2.2 Scale Tires
• 2x Foam Insert
• 1x Genius Tyres Decal Sheet

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Tamiya’s new VW Amarok is based on the WT-01 chassis. Tamiya has offered the WT-1 in a 4WD configuration, but we expect this to be the 2WD version as used on the Blackfoot III, Bush Devil II and Mud Blaster II trucks.  You can read more about it in the 2WD truck shootout that we had in the March 2015 issue. The unique VW Amarok body really makes this truck stand out. If that truck isn’t your style, you can take a look at the FJ Cruiser that’s now available with a pre-painted body. This one is based on Tamiya’s CC-01 Cross Country chassis and comes pre-painted with an orange body. The CC-01 chassis is a popular one with the scale crowd and has features such as 4WD, solid rear axle, oil filled shocks and electronic speed control. The clear-body version was on the cover of our July 2014 issue–good lookin’ truck.

It’s weird to see a VW grill and badge on a lifted pickup, but it’s definitely a sharp truck. Friction shocks keep the cost down.

The pre-painted CC-01 will look just like this when you’re through wrenching. Tamiya’s onto something with their “you build it, we paint it” concept, especially for scale topics. Tamiya does a great job with their factory-finished bodies.

Here’s the FJ on our July 2014 cover.

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We are seeing a trend in 1/8-scale electric racing where people are building lightweight 1/8-scale buggies out of 4WD short course trucks. Tekno RC is one such company that is on top of this trend and it has recently introduced its own version of a lightweight buggy called the EB48SL. Basically what you get is a Tekno  SCT410.3 short course truck with the parts needed to turn it into a lightweight 1/8-scale electric buggy. Once built you have a platform that can run lighter weight and cheaper electronics such as a 2S LiPo, 550 motor and smaller speed control. This trick buggy has features such as a super narrow layout, low CG lightweight motor mount, triple gear diffs and lots of adjustment to allow it to tear up the track. We really love where this trend is taking us. Will a lightweight nitro buggy be next?

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From Tekno

1. At Tekno RC, we pride ourselves on listening to our customers and responding to popular demand. After releasing the original SCT410 4×4 SC truck, many people were ‘converting’ the SC platform into a 1/8th scale buggy that utilized the lighter drivetrain and suspension components of the SC. This led us to release a conversion kit to accomplish the task easier. The acceptance in the marketplace was immediate, as many customers could now run a 1/8th scale buggy using 2s lipo batteries and Pro4 motors and ESC’s. Furthermore, they could run on some tracks that didn’t allow for ‘full weight’ 4s lipo powered beasts.

   Then we thought, “why not make it even easier for our customers to get what they want and offer a full blown SL kit?” Enter the EB48SL. Tekno RC was the first company to offer a purpose built 1/8th electric buggy when it hit the scene a few years ago. And now we’ve done it again with the first purpose built ‘Super Light’ 1/8th electric buggy. The EB48SL is built on the new SCT410.3 platform and shares ~95% parts compatibility with it. All of the new improvements and features put into the SCT410.3 are all present in the EB48SL, along with a couple others specifically for the buggy.

   The EB48SL represents a new and emerging class that is far more accessible to more people just starting out in the class. Batteries, motors, and parts are less expensive than their full weight 1/8th cousins. The kit itself is also an undeniable value and is backed by the best customer service in the industry.

   But enough of that – how does it perform on the track? ‘Easy to drive fast’ would be the best way to describe the SL. Full traction patch of a 1/8th scale tread with much less weight and a touch less power results in maximum traction and corner speed. The EB48 is known for it’s steering, jumping ability, and efficiency and the SL continues this legacy.

   Lightened differentials, lightened driveline, and lightened aluminum parts are standard and used throughout. 16mm bore, aluminum threaded body, long travel shocks are standard. Updated SCT410.3 suspension geometry is standard. Split center diff mount and lightened chassis are standard. This is how we say ‘thank you’ to our customers, by providing maximum performance at a reasonable price.

   THIS IS NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR THE EB48.2. THIS IS A NEW 1/8th BUGGY KIT FOR AN EMERGING RACE CLASS.

   EB48SL Features:

   Chassis:

   • 4mm CNC lightened aluminum black anodized chassis.
   • Super narrow layout – widest point is only 125mm (less than 5”) mudguard-to-mudguard.
   • Class leading front and rear clearance (short chassis overhang) provides better bump handling and jump landing.
   • Lightweight aluminum pivot balls and suspension bushing are standard.
   • New lighter camber link rod ends and turnbuckles.
   • Adjustable, LCG lightweight wing mount.
   • Integrated battery tray/mud guard, battery is sunken into chassis for a super low CG.
   • Integrated electronics tray/mud guard for easy removal of electronics.
   • Spacious, enclosed, easy access radio box with integrated transponder mount.
   • Adjustable chassis brace system for fine tuning flex with front, center, and rear braces.

   Motor Mount:

   • 2-piece CNC aluminum motor mount with precision dual clamping gear mesh adjustment.
   • LCG lightened motor mount insert is standard.
   • Split center diff mount for easy maintenance.
   • Lightweight direct-to-diff mount design.
   • Uses standard MOD 1 pinion gears (TKR4171-TKR4190).

   Differentials and Drivetrain:

   • 3 fluid filled adjustable super lightweight diffs.
   • Newly redesigned precision diff gears with innovative 1-piece cross-pin design for increased durability.
   • Lightened outdrives and diff couplers used throughout.
   • Aluminum tapered aluminum center driveshaft.
   • Angled rear gearbox with large bearings reduces wear.
   • CV driveshafts with captured pins on all 4 wheels.
   • Standard 17mm wheel hex fits standard 1/8th wheels without the use of adapters.
   • Straight center driveline and less rotating mass = better acceleration and efficiency.

   Shocks:

   • 16mm bore CNC aluminum hard anodized threaded shock bodies.
   • 4mm hardened steel polished shock shafts.
   • 4mm 7075 aluminum LCG shock towers are standard.
   • New clamping spring perches with captured shock boots.
   • Innovative conical piston design (not just tapered) provides varied compression and rebound rates.
   • Fully adjustable long travel suspension geometry maximizes stability and traction while providing superior cornering and on-power steering.
   • Triple guide design for true consistent shaft action.
   • Options for vented cap, emulsion, or standard shock configurations out of the box.
   • Optional springs and sway bars available.

   Suspension and Steering:

   • All new SCT410.3 front and rear suspension geometry.
   • New V2 hinge pin brace system for incredible adjustability.
   • Adjustable front arm sweep and angle to make the car more aggressive (swept forward), or easier to drive (swept back).
   • New longer rear sway bar for better consistency.
   • ‘Narrow pivot’ steering posts provide ‘0 bump’ geometry with almost 0 steering slop.
   • 4mm inner, 3.5mm outer hinge pins, polished for smooth action.
   • Adjustable Ackermann and bump-steer (bump in, 0 bump, bump out).
   • Steering system is fully supported on precision ball bearings. No bushings here.

   Other Features:

   • Exceptional wear characteristics. Leave the slop and warping to the other guys.
   • Easily adjust anti-squat, rear toe, front arm angle, front arm sweep, roll center, toe, camber, wheelbase, Ackermann, bump steer, suspension geometry out of the box..
   • Extremely easy to work on with minimal screw count.
   • Shares many parts with the SCT410/EB/NB/ET/NT48 = less parts in your toolbox.
   • Compatibility with many existing parts and options.
   • All metric hex hardware.
   • 100% Tekno RC Designed and Tested in Southern California.

   Specifications:

   Length: 522mm
   Wheelbase: 323-335mm
   Width: 306mm
   Weight: ~2950g (6.5lb) – depends on equipment used, can be setup much lighter
   Diff Ratio: F/R – 10/40t, Center – 44t
   Battery tray dimensions: 50x148mm
   Kit/RTR: Kit

   Needed to complete:

   • 2 channel radio/transmitter
   • ESC and Pro4 SCT motor
   • High torque steering servo
   • 2s LiPo battery
   • 1/8th tires, wheels & CA glue
   • paint for body
   • Hex tools (1.5, 2.0, 2.5mm), nut drivers (5.0, 5.5, 7.0mm), 17mm wheel wrench, pliers, other tools

   Part #: TKR5004
   Desc: EB48SL Electric 1/8th 4WD Competition ‘Super Light’ Buggy Kit
   MSRP: $699.99 ($439.99 suggested street price, no MAP)
   Info: http://www.teknorc.com/shop/tkr5004-…ight-buggy-kit

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Thee’s no escaping 3D printing, and now that Hobby King is in on the act with the Turnigy Fabrikator, getting into the new tech is more affordable than ever. The $450 printer is designed to print ABS and PLA materials, and according to HobbyKing, the printer delivers a high-quality finish. The unit features a heated print bed for ABS prints, twin print cooling fans, ball bearing linear rods and LCD display. We’ll review one as soon as we can get a hold of a tester.

See below for Turnigy hype, and visit the Fabrikator page in our Hot News & New Stuff forum for more pics. 

From Hobbyking

Turnigy Fabrikator, our worst kept secret is here; what we didn’t leak out was how good it is. This is the best value for money printer on the market with the features and quality of printers three times the price.

No longer is 3D printing technology the exclusive realm of hard-core technophiles and industrial designers, it is now accessible to anybody with a computer and the ability to put flat pack furniture together. Whether you are into planes, multi-rotors, cars, boats, helicopters, robotics, trains or even anime figurines the Fabrikator will soon become your most versatile tool. Can’t find that rare part for your old model or you just want to modify an existing piece? Now you can print what you want, when you want it.

Turnigy Fabrikator is able to use the ABS and PLA filaments already available from a HobbyKing warehouse near you and can print high quality finishes achievable at 150mm/sec. Gone are the days of setting the printer before you go to bed and hoping the job is finished when you get up. 3D printers used to be just for pre-production models and proof of concept for designs, but now you can design, print and use the part in all sorts of applications.

This incredibly well engineered printer featuring a rock solid frame, super stable quad rail supported print plate, high quality NEMA Class motors, removable glass print platform and twin belt Y axis drives means you are able to print highly accurate pieces time and time again, without the need for constant mechanical adjustments.

This is not just a great machine, we have taken it a step further and have created a series of videos that will guide you step-by-step to build and set up your printer along with a unique live dynamic and updatable trouble shooting guide that is available under the files tab below, but because the Fabrikator is so simple to use you won’t be needing much help.

To make the Fabrikator as affordable as possible for you we have designed it as a simple to put together flat pack kit, which if you follow the excellent manual in conjunction with the video series you will have it built in a few hours. It’s so easy we got our least technical staff member to put one together and he had it going in less than six hours.

Features:

• Ball bearing liner rods
• Rolled lead-screw with anti-backlash drive
• Phenolic heat stabilized bed W/removable Glass print area
• Heated print bed
• NEMA 23 and 17 motors
• 4 rod supported print plate for high speed printing
• 6 sided full printer support for high accuracy
• SD card cable free printing|
• PLA and ABS filament compatible
• Top feed anti-bind spool feed
• Twin print cooling fans
• 2A Heat sync stepper drivers with active cooling
• 220~110V A/C compatible
• Homing and Limit switches
• Full LCD GUI with on the fly tuning
• Large 150x150x100mm print area
• Dual bearing supported twin belt Y axis drive
• Heavy Duty 12Volt 29Amp Power supply
• Open Source control Architecture and support
• Full Parts support and future expandability platform

Specs:

Overall size: 360x400x600mm
Print size: 150x150x100mm
Nozzle diameter: 0.4mm
Filament diameter: 1.75mm
Print speed: up to 300mm/sec
Print platform: Phenolic heat stabilized bed with removable glass print platform
Filament type: ABS and PLA

Required:

Filament of your choice

#9171000680-3 – $449.00

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A few months ago we showed you body on photos of Thunder Tiger’s prototype Jackal trophy truck and now we’re able to show you what’s going on under the hood. Some of the parts appear to be prototypes (note the rough surfaces), but it looks like the truck is going to have shaft driven 4WD and a multi-gear transmission with slipper clutch. Having the weight of the spare tire and battery tray over the rear tires should help settle the rear end and keep it in good contact with the ground. Long travel rear suspension, adjustable rear roll center, 3900Kv brushless motor and easy-access battery tray are feature highlights. This looks like a fun truck and we hope that Thunder Tiger has the production model done soon. We want to play!

See below for Thunder Tiger hype, and visit the Jackal page in our Hot News & New Stuff forum for more pics.

From Thunder Tiger:

Jackal is a 1:10 scale truck engineering masterpiece. This chassis has been designed and engineered to be a true Trophy Truck.Thunder Tiger has put all thoughts in its design to provide customers great benefits and ease of use with easy tune ability.The realistic features make it a unique off-road basher vehicle. Capable of high speed off-road driving and handle massive jumps! The Jackal is built to pack a punch!

Beam Axle Design

The Jackal is equipped with solid axle which has an important advantage for off-road applications, as it provide better vehicle articulation and durability in a high load environment. This simplicity also makes it relatively easy to lift a vehicle.

Easy Accessible Battery Tray

To makes the rear side more stable while in acceleration, the Jackal’s battery tray is set in upper position which is near by the rear side of truck, also protected by the roll cage from the strike.

Adjustable Steel Turnbuckles

Hard and durable turnbuckles on the independent front suspension for added tuning.

Flex Front Bumper

The front side equipped the strength bumper which gives enough rigidity but still enough flex to take a solid impact.

4-linked Rear Suspension

The separated suspension is composite of a completely new 4-linked rear suspension. The 3 upper link positions to adjust the A/S which can add traction off the corners when you running the Jackal. The lower linkage can be flipped to change the roll center.

RIPPER 3900KV IBL 36/39-540C Beushless Motor Specifications:

Voltage Range : 6-8 cells
RPM Per Volt : 3900 RPM/V
Dimensions : 36*46mm (1.4*1.8″)
Shaft Diameter : 3.17mm (0.12″)
Max. Efficiency Current: 10 – 45A
Max. Surge Current : 50A/60s
Internal Resistance : 16 milliohms
Weight : 190g (6.7oz)

Specifications:

Wheel Base(mm): 326 mm
Scale: 1:10
Length(mm): 489 mm
Width(mm): 295 mm
Height(mm): 190 mm
Motor: IBL36/39 3900KV

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RPM is venturing further into the trail and crawler scene, which is good news since many machines could use the durability of RPM’s indestructible parts. These new shock hoops for the SCX10 are not just a stock replacement deal, instead they offer several mounting positions for the shocks to change shock angle and raise and lower the truck’s ride height. The stock screws secure them to the chassis and upper and lower wings wrap around the chassis for increased strength. The system also includes stronger body mount for those tough roll over and body landings. I’m going to be scoring a set of these for my truck and I can’t wait to see what the guys come up with next.

Full RPM info after the pics. For more new gear daily, visit our Hot News & New Stuff forum.

From RPM

RPM front and rear Shock Hoops and Body Mounts for the Axial SCX10 are an affordable alternative to stock that improve durability and increase suspension options. Our versions incorporate stock shock mount locations along with two upper and two lower shock mounts (for a total of 7 shock mount options) that raise or lower the suspension just over 5mm (.205”). Simply moving the upper shock mount to one of these locations via one screw per shock makes ride height changes simple, cheap and very effective.

RPM Shock Hoops use a unique frame mount that wraps both above and below the frame rails to help reduce the amount of impact forces transferred through the mounting screw’s threads. Our C-clamp style mounts also improve structural rigidity of the shock mount for more accurate and precise suspension set-ups.

As a bonus, the included Body Posts are more stout and stronger than stock plus they bolt to RPM Shock Hoops using two screws for a secure body post that won’t rattle around. With a fixed set of body posts, your scale rig will look even more realistic since the body won’t be shifting around while you’re climbing and crawling.

RPM Shock Hoops and Body Mounts are a lightweight alternative and built from our bulletproof blend of engineering grade nylons for unsurpassed performance at an unbeatable price!

Tech Notes: RPM Shock Hoops will not work with stock body posts. Included body posts must be used. RPM Shock Hoops & Body Mounts are tested and guaranteed to fit with stock Axial #AX30502 frame rails only and replace #AX80025 Shock Hoops & #AX80031 Body Posts.

#70642  Front Shock Hoops and Body Mounts for the Axial SCX10 – $14.95

#70702  Rear Shock Hoops and Body Mounts for the Axial SCX10 – $14.95

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