TQ R/C & Hobbies

After 2 years of work and collaboration with motorsport engineering company M-Sport, CEN Racing has announced its WRC M-Sport Ford Puma Rally1 1:8 4WD RTR.  The highly detailed replica of the World Rally Championship contender run by the British team features an 100A ESC from Hobbywing and is waterproof and dustproof for all weather.  Running 2-3S Li-po or 6-9 Cell Ni-Mh batteries,  a sensorless CEN Racing High Performance 3658 3000KV motor provides drive to the full time 4WD driver train while the steering is operated by 12Kg metal gear servo from Savox.  Based on a 3mm alu chassis, the car…

In another officially licensed Datsun release, Team Associated has added the Datsun 620 truck to its highly-detailed and fun-to-drive Ready-to-Run RC car line-up.  Like the Datsun 240Z and the A550 Rally Car, the track is built on the budget-friendly Apex2 Sport chassis, the Datsun 620 features some of the latest features in racing.  A front and rear independent suspension with coil-over shocks and active rear toe give the Apex2 Sport the ultimate in handling on uneven tarmac.  With the Datsun 620 a 1970s Japanese classic truck, this superbly designed single-piece polycarbonate body features a highly detailed decal sheet, injection-molded fender mirrors, windshield…

Drift RC specialist Max Speed Technology has announced the release of their latest innovation, the MRX S PRO RWD 1:10 drift kit which implements the Quick Change Differential system concept from the real FD/D1 drift racing.  MST will continue the MRX series and release a more affordable version called the MRX S PRO, making it easier for drivers of all levels to own an MRX equipped with the Quick-change differential system.  The MRX-S also includes the Quick-change differential system with 19T/21T “steel gears” and a reinforced gear diff as standard equipment.  The plastic gears are now crafted from a more…

JConcepts has announced the release of their S15 body shell for the Tekno ET48 2.0 1:8 Truggy.  The S15 body style is a staple in the line-up at JConcepts and its IFMAR World Championship winning design has served well over the years, even spawning many look-alikes around the industry.  When it comes to eTruggy racing, the Florida company has worked on and finalised an S15 for the popular truck class.  The cab is redesigned, going to single window S15 treatment, the opposing angular window layout blends into the mid sidepod winglet so famous with this design.  The roof features the…

US race body manufacturer SuperRad Competition Bodyshells has released a new 1:12 LMP Body recommended for 13.5 and 17.5 use, the SR-06.   The new body offers the most stability and turn-in of all their LMP bodies.  The ROAR approved body is available in XtraSuperLite .010”, SuperLite .015” and Lite .020” polycarbonate and includes headlight decal sheet and window mask. View more images here

New from Yokomo is this multi-stand that makes effective use of pit space and can be used for machine storage, charger installation, etc.  This simple assembled stand made of resin can be compactly stored when transporting, quickly assembled when setting up in the pit, and is an item that allows systematic use of the table top.  The assembled structure and high-strength resin make it robust enough to hold a machine weighing about 2 kg without shaking.  The panel is printed with the Yokomo logo, making it stand out even more as a machine display stand. View more images here

JConcepts has released its latest ‘tucked’ body intended for 1:10 RC crawlers, the 1989 Ford F-150 “cab only” for the Traxxas TRX-4 Sport, Enduro, Axial, Vanquish 12.3″ wheelbase.  Officially licensed by Ford to JConcepts,  when called upon, the Florida company’s design team steps up to the plate with licensed designs, clever takes, and innovative approaches to the Golden era of pick-up trucks.  This 1989 Ford F-150 “cab only” for scale RC trucks is a bit new but carries a tradition of classic looks while maintaining performance.  The body is intended for 12.3” wheelbase builds and fits a large assortment of…

Serpent is now offering a version of their successful Serpent SRX8 GTE 1:8 GT chassis as a pre-assembled and factory pre-set LWB chassis with pre-mounted GT tyres.  For the new SRX8GTE LWB Raceroller, Serpent has extended the chassis an additional 29mm for use with all true to scale related RC bodies.  This durable GT chassis allows a great entry in the racing scene, at a lower cost, and will make you finish your races.  Featuring 4-wheel-drive with cardan shafts, 2 geardiffs, solid center axle, 16mm bigbore shocks, aluminium shocktower and chassis and easy radiobox, it is fully upgradable with parts…

Having re-entered the competitive stadium truck market with the Storm ST and achieved multiple race victories, including the European EOS series and MK British GP, Schumacher has just announced it successor, the Storm ST2.  The new kit takes stadium trucks to the next level with improved suspension geometry, durability and adjustability. The Storm ST2 features a lightweight, low centre of gravity design, for optimum performance on a wide range of track surfaces.  Whether you race on high grip carpet, medium grip astro, or low grip dirt, the Storm ST2 can perform.  The knowledge and experience from Schumacher’s racing and engineering…

Having released the Venturi GT 1:10 body back in June, Protoform has now released a 1:28 version for high-competition 1:28 racing.  The Venturi combines scale looks with all-out performance on the track for your Mini-Z or other 1:28 scale 98mm wheelbase on-road car.  Venturi GT takes inspiration from a new wave of hypercars, featuring a low-CG, cab-forward design sure to provide exceptional handling characteristics while also looking stunning on the track.  The super low-slung hood and raised wheel arches give the Venturi an aggressive GT-style aesthetic, while the deeply sculpted side panels provide superior side bite and overall body rigidity.  The…