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RC4WD’s Armageddon Dump Truck is Hydraulic, Heavy-Duty, and $2300

RC4WD’s Armageddon Dump Truck is Hydraulic, Heavy-Duty, and $2300

If you’ve always wanted a Euro-style 8X8 dump truck with authentic metal construction and a functional hydraulic dump bed, good news: you’re looking at it. The bad news: it’ll set you back a cool $2,300 bucks. You get a whole lotta truck though, see the long list of features below. That includes a two-stick, 6-channel […]
Smash-Start Your Day With These RC Demolition Derby Clips [VIDEO]

Smash-Start Your Day With These RC Demolition Derby Clips [VIDEO]

Sure, we’ve all played “tag” with our RC cars and spun each other out, but these guys are going for full-on, big-hit demolition derby action—complete with aluminum bodies that dent and crumple just like the real thing! This is a scene we need to get into, it looks like too much fun. Click for a […]

This V8-Powered, Quarter-Scale C4 Corvette is The Radness [VIDEO]

This V8-Powered, Quarter-Scale C4 Corvette is The Radness [VIDEO]

If you’re an RC car guy (and you must be if you’re reading this), any Powerball fantasy includes two things: telling your boss to take a hike, and building a quarter-scale car. Here’s something to inspire your next Quick-Pick: a Conley V8-powered C4 Corvette, complete with -through-the-hood blower and an independent rear suspension. Get a […]
Mattell’s Vac-U-Form Was the 3D Printer of the 1960s

Mattell’s Vac-U-Form Was the 3D Printer of the 1960s

Back in the 1960s, this Mattell toy was hot—literally. The Vac-U-Form let kids mold shapes out of heat-softened plastic by sucking it over a form, just like RC bodies are made. Various forms were offered, including trucks and planes. The Mattell Vac-U-Form is still a sought-after item on eBay—scale modelers use them to make and […]

Interview: Master Modeler James Knight

Interview: Master Modeler James Knight

You may not know James by his face, but as an RC Car Action reader, you’ve definitely seen his work. James built two of our recent “Mad Max” cars, the amazing Beach Buggy featured in our April 2014 issue, and earned our 2015 Reader’s Ride of the Year trophy. We asked James about his favorite […]
4WD World Champ Bruno Coelho Gets a 1/2 Scale Go-Kart and a Hug

4WD World Champ Bruno Coelho Gets a 1/2 Scale Go-Kart and a Hug

We’ve seen RC go-kart’s before, but not 1/2 scale! MagnetikPenguin is the builder of the serious looking OSKART machine, which is shown here in signature-edition trim as presented to new IFMAR 4WD Off-Road electric champ Bruno Coelho. According to MagnetikPenguin, the driver moves his feet and arms to steer, accelerate, and brake. Power comes from […]

RPM Introducers Front Shock Tower For The Axial Yeti XL

RPM Introducers Front Shock Tower For The Axial Yeti XL

Hot on the heals of RPM’s Axial Yeti suspension arm release is another suspension component that takes a lot of abuse. This new RPM shock tower for the Axial Yeti XL will handle that abuse thanks to its well thought out design and the durable nylon that it’s made out of. You can get the […]
No Foam Inserts Here–You Inflate These Tires With Your Mouth [VIDEO]

No Foam Inserts Here–You Inflate These Tires With Your Mouth [VIDEO]

We shared this post with old toy car RC car commercials on Facebook, and Steve Tuberman commented with “what about Fat Wheels?” What about Fat Wheels indeed! This 1981 Remco Jeep featured balloon-like tires you blew up with your mouth, hence the name “Fat Wheels.” We’re totally sure flat tires were never a problem. Anyone […]

Pro-Line’s Pro-Touring Chevy Silverado Hits The Streets

Pro-Line’s Pro-Touring Chevy Silverado Hits The Streets

Pro-Line’s latest Chevy Silverado has received the Pro-Touring treatment and has as much detail as possible to bring it to life. It’s designed to fit short course trucks and includes everything you need to make painting it as easy as possible. You can find out more from Pro-Line and watch a video showing off this […]
Maclan Racing, New Brand On The Scene

Maclan Racing, New Brand On The Scene

Get ready to see a new name in the brushless power system and accessories scene. Maclan Racing has dropped a snazzy video to announce the brand, and promises “innovation, quality and the highest level of support.” Products are coming “Autumn 2015,” so expect more news soon. From Maclan Racing: After more than 12 months in […]

Traxxas Shreds a Shopping Mall [VIDEO]

Traxxas Shreds a Shopping Mall [VIDEO]

Looks like mall security got a big box of donuts for this shoot. The Traxxas guys cut loose with a pair E-Revos in an abandoned mall, which gives the action a very Dawn-of-the-Dead vibe–just in time for Halloween!
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