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CUTTING THE FAT – A Lean, Mean, Crawling Machine: Axial’s SCX10 III Base Camp 4WD RTR
When shopping for a real car, truck or SUV, it’s commonly thought that “base model” vehicles immediately evoke the idea...
40 YEARS IN THE MAKING – Axial x Pro-Line SCX10 III Special Edition 1982 Chevy K-10 4WD RTR
Like you, we’re excited anytime a new RC kit is released, even if it’s a derivative of a vehicle that...
Break Trails, Not the bank – 5 Top Mods for the Axial AX24
Everybody loves a custom build. When we get a project idea in our heads, we dream up an extensive and...
Team Corally XF-40 Ultra High-Speed Cooling 40mm Fan
From Corally: Few things destroy RC electronics like motors and ESCs faster than heat. Team Corally’s new 40mm aluminum fans...
JConcepts S15 Clear Body For The RC10B7 & RC10B7D
From JConcepts: Our favorite, the IFMAR World Championships, is the pinnacle of RC racing and a perfect setting for product...
READY TO ROCK – Ripping It Up With The Traxxas X-Maxx 8S
X-Maxx. The name itself signifies something monstrous and otherworldly in the world of RC monster truck bashers. The X-Maxx’s legacy...
Punishing the Pavement – Arrma’s 1/8th scale Mega Infraction 4WD Street Bashing RTR
Most of us live around the city these days, and though we may have plenty of parks and fields to...
THE FUNBRINGER – Building A Toyota FJ45 6×6 USTE Show Ready Rig
At this year’s Ultimate Scale Truck Expo (USTE), we ran into some incredible builds – which actually wasn’t surprising. Every...
HARD BODY – Axial’s Latest SCX24: The 2021 Ford Bronco 4WD RTR
Hands down one of the most exciting off road vehicles to hit the trails in recent years is the all-new...
An Exhilarating Ride – Hitting the Autobahn in Tamiya’s Porsche 911 GT3 (992)
Tamiya is at it again, and this time they have their sights set on the Porsche 911 GT3 (992). Known...
The Future Is Bright – RC4WD Miller Motorsports 1/10 Pro Rock Racer RTR
Get ready to tackle some serious off-road adventures, because RC4WD and Miller Motorsports have joined forces to bring you the...
Two of a Kind – Team Associated Pro2 LT10SW Short Course Truck & Pro2 DK10SW Dakar Buggy RTRs
If you have a need for speed (and who doesn’t?), Team Associated’s Pro2 LT10SW Short Course Truck and Pro2 DK10SW...
Sweet Dreams Are Made of These – Scale Rat’s Customized Two-Tone Traxxas Factory Five ’33 & ’35 Hot Rods
Hot rods are like time machines that transport car enthusiasts to an era of classic Americana. When we think of...
Mild To Wild – Making the Best of Your RTR or ARTR Scale Truck – Mike Lohman Converts a Couple RC4WD Trucks into Realistic Scale Detail Machines
Scale RC has come a long way from the origins of RC rock crawling. When it first started, we had...
Let’s Go Rajikon Shopping! – A Guide to RC Shopping In Tokyo, Japan
Shopping for radio-controlled (RC) vehicles in Tokyo, Japan, can be an exciting experience, given the city’s vibrant culture and enthusiasm...
MY FAIRLADY – Team Associated Apex2 Sport Datsun 240Z RTR
Japanese automotive history is packed with iconic vehicles, but few cars hold the nostalgic status of the Datsun 240Z. A...
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL – Having a Blast With Tamiya’s All-New GF-02 Squash Van
Tamiya, a brand beloved by RC enthusiasts worldwide, has rolled out its latest original creation—the Squash Van. Looking like a...
PRETTY IN PINK – A Customized RC4WD Trail Finder 2 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55
Because we can’t leave well enough alone, we had to try our hand at upgrading the already impressively detailed RC4WD...
6 Times The Glory – A Closer Look At The FMS 1/18 Chevrolet Apache 6WD
Chevrolet trucks need no introduction. The brand has been at the forefront of the American truck industry since 1918. The...
GOING ALL IN – Installing Every Traxxas Upgrade Part We Could on a Traxxas TRX-4M Defender
In the ever-evolving world of 1/18-scale RC crawlers, Traxxas has released a genre-redefining model in the TRX-4M. This compact powerhouse...
TEST BENCH – OLDTIMERC’s VACUCU3D 8×11 [A4] Vacuum Former
In the innovative world of RC hobbies, creativity is the key to unlocking new ideas. OldTimeRC, based in Carson City,...
RACE READY – We Drive the Reigning 4WD World Champion Team Associated B74.2D
Team Associated is no stranger to winning world championships, with an unmatched 32 titles under its belt. This tradition continued...
TEST BENCH – Hitec RDX2 800 & AD350
Anyone driving a variety of vehicles needs to have a good charger on hand that can handle a variety of...
RETRO RE-RE – Basking In the Glory of Tamiya’s Latest Re-release, the Super Sabre (2023)
Longtime RCCA readers will know that we’re big fans of the Tamiya Boomerang, so it shouldn’t be surprising that were...
SQUARE BODY BEAUTY – FMS 1/18-scale FCX18 Chevrolet K10 RTR
In the early 1960s, Chevrolet responded to the growing demand for robust and versatile pickup trucks in the American automotive...
OVER THE TOP – 2024 Limited Edition Traxxas XRT Ultimate
Traxxas, a leader in the RC world, has once again pushed the boundaries with the 2024 Limited Edition Traxxas XRT...
Scaling New Heights – Redcat Racing’s Ascent-18 RTR Crawler Offers Big Performance At A Small Price
When it comes to scale rock crawling, enthusiasts seek vehicles that can tackle challenging terrains and conquer obstacles with finesse....
Ready For The Challenge – Riding The Trails With Element RC’s Enduro12 Trail Truck Sendero RTR
It’s been proven that trucks smaller than 1/10 scale are capable of full-scale performance. To further prove the point, Element...
Surf’s Up – A Bought Not Built Customized Tamiya Sand Scorcher
In the world of radio-controlled cars, few models evoke nostalgia and admiration as much as the Tamiya Sand Scorcher. A...
Bringing The Heat – Team Associated’s Pro2 RT10SW Rat Rod-style RTR
Born from the post-World War II era, rat rod enthusiasts took heavy, aging coupes and turned them into weight-reduced, aerodynamically...
JConcepts Front & Rear Fin Titanium Stand-Offs For The RC10B7 & RC10B7D
From JConcepts: Fin titanium front stand-off Strength, performance, and luster runs deep with the titanium stand-offs from JConcepts. The Fin...
Team Associated Apex2 Sport RTR + Rally Conversion Kit
From Team Associated: RC10.com Exclusive! For a limited time, select Apex2 Sport vehicles will be available with parts to convert...
Adaptability Defined – Unveiling Tamiya’s All-New BT-01 Chassis Toyota Supra JZA80
It’s an exciting time whenever Tamiya releases a new vehicle, even if it’s a classic re-release. There’s even more excitement...
SPEKTRUM FIRMA BRUSHED MOTORS – High-quality, low-cost Motors for your Crawler
If you need a new crawler motor, you better be ready to smash that piggy bank, right? Well, not so...
ALL-Terrain Terror – Traxxas’ BL-2s Brushless Powered Ford Fiesta ST Rally
Undoubtedly inspired by the Ford Rally WRC racecar, Traxxas’ latest RC release captures the essence of the world-class rally racer...
BIGTIME BASHING! – Driving Redcat’s All-New Machete 4S 1/6-Scale 4WD Brushless Monster Truck
When it comes to its latest basher, Redcat firmly subscribes to the saying, “Go Big or Go Home.” Redcat’s Machete...
ALL-Terrain Terror – Traxxas’ BL-2s Brushless Powered Ford Fiesta ST Rally
Undoubtedly inspired by the Ford Rally WRC racecar, Traxxas’ latest RC release captures the essence of the world-class rally racer...
GREAT EIGHT – 8 Essential Tools Every RC Enthusiast Should Have in Their Toolkit
Whether you’re a seasoned RC hobbyist or just starting out, having the right tools can make a world of difference...
A BUILDERS DREAM – A Fully Customized Axial SCX10 Pro Special Project Crawler
In the competitive world of RC crawlers, the Axial SCX10 Pro has emerged as a top contender thanks to its...
FIRST PERSON VIEW – FMS ALU35 RTR with FPV Redefines The RC Driving Experience
FMS, known for its innovative RC models, has launched the ALU35 RTR with FPV, a groundbreaking 1/64-scale RC vehicle that...
RPM Shock Shaft Guards For Traxxas GTR Shocks
From RPM: RPM Shock Shaft Guards for Traxxas GTR shocks are the ultimate upgrade to protect your expensive GTR shocks....
RC4WD Midnight Edition RTR Trail Finder 2 With Chevrolet Blazer Body Set [VIDEO]
From RC4WD: Ultimate scale is back, in black, with the sleek RC4WD Trail Finder 2 RTR w/ Chevrolet Blazer Body...
Team Exalt Battery Wizard Tester
From Team Exalt: The Battery Wizard Tester is a discharge measuring device for your 1s and 2s batteries. This tool...
Tamiya Motul Autech Z TT-02 [VIDEO]
From Tamiya: This Tamiya R/C car kit recreates the Motul Autech Z! The Motul Autech Z is raced by the...
JConcepts Upper & Lower Titanium Screw Sets For The RC10B7 & RC10B7D
From JConcepts: Titanium is a racers best friend with the introduction of the Top Hat titanium screw sets from JConcepts....
XRAY Lower 3.5mm Graphite Battery Backstop For The XB2 & XT2
From XRAY: CNC-machined graphite battery backstop is part of the adjustable battery holder for positioning batteries for front-back/left-right. Quick &...
R1 Wurks Button Head Titanium Upper Screw Set For The AE B7
From R1 Wurks: This 47-piece set replaces the upper steel button head screws with lightweight, ultra-high quality Grade 5 (6Al-4V)...
RC Upgrade Arm Mount Insert Box For 1/8 Team Associated Vehicles
From RC Upgrade: The Arm Mount Insert Box for 1/8 Associated vehicles is a convenient accessory. Let’s delve into the...
Sanwa Limited Edition M17 Radio
From Sanwa: Introducing the SANWA M17 with RX493i Receiver Limited Edition Pink Version Limited Edition Features: Colored Aluminum Steering Wheel,...
ProTek RC “Grade 5” Titanium Turnbuckle Kit For The AE RC10B7/B7D
From ProTek RC: This is the ProTek R/C Associated RC10B7 Grade 5 Titanium Turnbuckle Kit. These titanium turnbuckles are CNC...
ProTek RC “Grade 5” Upper Titanium Screw Kit For The AE RC10B7/B7D
From ProTek RC: The ProTek R/C AE RC10B7 and RC10B7D Grade 5 Titanium Screw Kit is a 67-piece upgrade that...
Readers Rides – May 2024
THE PROTOTYPE Alec Grossman « Winston-Salem, NC Alec Grossman should be no stranger to longtime RCCA readers. He is a...
Readers Rides – April 2024
ADVENTURE JEEP Joseph Rocha « Adelanto, CA Scale and trail builds allow RC enthusiasts to combine their love for drivable...
Readers Rides – March 2024
TEXAS PIPELINER Dustin Olson « Texas, USA We love seeing clean custom builds, and Dustin’s Texas Pipeliner is definitely a...
Readers Rides – February 2024
FRANKENSPIKE Ken Sutherland « Florence, OR Now this Readers Ride is a real head-turner. Completed with parts and accessories from...
Readers Rides – January 2024
Tamiya Grand Hauler 389 Shane McManus « Poplar Grove, IL RC big rigs are a big deal and Shane’s sports...
Readers Ride December 2023
C10 Dually Bed Spinner Scott Lempert « Commerce Twp., MI Scott takes us on the journey that created his customized...
CowRC Screw Catcher Solder Mat
From CowRC: The Screw Catcher Solder Mat is industrial grade silicone molded rubber, heat resistant, rollable, and incredibly durable. Protect...
Kyosho ReadySet 1972 Mazda Savanna GT Tuned 1/10 4WD FAZER Mk2
From Kyosho: Now driving R/C is even more fun. FZ02 chassis with realistic racing car body. For the pure enjoyment...
AEROX MP1 1/10 Brushless Servo
From Schumacher: Introducing the second new servo in the AEROX range…. This servo is for high level competition, boasting a...
RDRP Carbon Fiber Wing Plates
From Revolution Design Racing Products: Revolution Design Racing Products Carbon Wing Plates provide precise fit and improved performance for various...
175RC Option Parts For The Losi Mini-B & Mini-T 2.0
From 175RC: Carbon Fiber Slotted Motor Plate Upgrade your stock motor plate to this Carbon Fiber motor plate. All new...
Yokomo Master Speed MS1.0 [VIDEO]
From Team Yokomo: The latest competition touring car MS1.0, which speed category racers have been waiting for, is now available!...
RC Upgrade Shock Tower Protector For The XRAY XB8 ’22
From RC Upgrade: Introducing the Ultimate Shock Tower Protector XB8 2022 for your Xray XB8(E) 2022! These high-performance shock tower...
Kyosho V-ONE R4 Evo.3 Nitro 4WD 1/10 Touring Car
From Kyosho: Compatible with both sponge & rubber tires. The latest evolution in GP touring car racing! Features: 1/10 scale...
R1 Wurks Aluminum Steering Bellcranks For AE Vehicles
From R1 Wurks: Upgrade your B7’s factory steering system with our precision-machined steering bellcrank arm set. Not only will this...
Spektrum 65W USB-C GaN Power Supply
From Spektrum: The Spektrum™ 65W Power Block stands out from traditional USB-C converters with its ability to deliver higher power...
Team Associated Apex2 Hoonicorn & Hoonitruck Builder’s Kits [VIDEO]
From Team Associated: Apex2 Hoonicorn Builder’s Kit Team Associated is excited to continue to partner with Hoonigan® . Built on...
WMH Racing Battery Wizard
From DRC: The Battery Wizard is a discharge measuring device for your 1s and 2s batteries. This tool is ideal...
Kyosho ReadySet 1971 Datsun 240Z 4WD Rally Car
From Kyosho: Rally model joins the FAZER Mk2 series. FZ02-R is here! In the world of 1/10 EP (electric) models,...
Kyosho Optima Pro 1/10 4WD Off-Road Buggy
From Kyosho: From Kyosho’s legendary rear motor Optima Series comes the triumphant return of the Optima Pro! From its debut...
Kyosho Lazer SB Dirt Cross 4WD 1/10 Off-Road Buggy Kit
From Kyosho: Feel the unique power and control of 4WD Next-gen basic buggy built on a pure racing base In...
XRAY X8 Electric 1/8 Pan Car
From XRAY: XRAY X8. The X8 platform is an electric powered 4WD pan car with a solid rear axle and...
Onboard Video At The 2024 Silver State With Kyosho’s Ryan Lutz [VIDEO]
From Kyosho: Silver State Indoor World Championships 2024 onboard FPV view with Ryan Lutz in his Kyosho MP10Te in Pro...
Schelle Aluminum 0 & -2mm Caster Block Mounts For The B7 & B7D
From Schelle Racing Innovations: Schelle is excited to introduce 2 new option parts for the Team Associated B7 and B7D...
Spektrum Firma 150A V2 Brushless Smart 6S ESC
From Spektrum: Like every component in the Spektrum™ Smart ecosystem, Firma™ Smart ESCs combine “plug-and-play” simplicity with the ability to...
RC4WD 70mm & 80mm King Off-Road Racing Shocks
From RC4WD: These are officially licensed from King Off-Road Shocks. These new shocks feature a completely new design from the...