TQ R/C & Hobbies

Kyosho has unveiled the upcoming release of a new kit version of its V-ONE R4 1:10 Competition Nitro Touring Car, the Pure Ten GP 4WD V-ONE R4 Evo.3.   The latest evolution of the R4, which was first released in 2011, the Evo.3 now comes with a chassis conversion kit released in 2023 as standard along with a revised shape front bulkhead and new stabilizer bar set-up in response to the latest racing developmenrs.  In the new main chassis, the engine mounting method has been revised to a fixed-centre type, optimising chassis flexibility and eliminating the quirks in left and right…

Another nostalgic masterpiece from specialist RC Formula car producer Fenix Racing is this Ayrton Senna Toleman TG184 1:10 F1 body.  To set the scene, it was the 1984 Monaco GP and it was a very rainy Sunday.  The race start was delayed several times, hoping for a weather improvement but the rain insist and race start.  From 13th position, a young driver driving a midfield car, started to emerge.  First time in Monaco, Ayrton Senna da Silva, was fast enough to qualify his car in the elusive Monaco GP.  By lap 15, Ayrton was sitting 3rd, chasing Niki Lauda, overtaking…

Hong Kong manufacturer 3Racing has released details of its latest entry level 1:10 Drift Chassis, the Sakura D6S.  The all new kit features the ability to run 3 different motor positions in addition to three different types of transmission giving a wide range of distribution and driving characteristic options.  New parts include a slim front bulkhead with castor adjustment between 2-8 degrees.  The kit also gets as belt drive system with a 2.71 ratio that gives the most linear acceleration for medium sized tracks.  To improve the D6 steering angle, they have introduced a newly designed KPI knuckle.  Other developments…

Often overlooked in the mainstream RC, dirt track racing has its following and Team Associated has released a new 1:10 car for dirt, clay and pavement-racing excitement in the form of the SR10M Dirt Oval Team Kit.  With competitions held on oval tracks with a surface of dirt or clay at locations throughout the United States, it’s easy to see why everyone enjoys gathering to these year-round weekly experiences.  The SR10M Dirt Oval Race Car features 24 precision ball bearings, fully adjustable suspension, vertical ball ends for roll centre adjustments, 2.6:1 ratio gearbox with heavy-duty sealed gear differential, and externally…

Retro conversion kit producer EXO Design has made some recent additions to its range with the release of new front shock towers for the Kyosho Ultima and a nylon front bumper for Team Associated’s RC10 Classic.  The reinforced front shock towers are made from 3.5mm carbon fibre and are available for both the original Ultima shocks as well as for those running big bore shocks on the buggy. They feature extra mounting positions for fine tunings of the suspension set-up. EXO Design are keen to highlight the bumper for the RC10 is not 3D print but made from nylon material.…

Continuing to expand their range of bodies for the GT class, Italian company Bittydesign has released the all new P-GT3R body shell made for 1:10 190mm electric touring car platforms.  The body shell is universal and mounts on all 1:10 190mm models, the wing complies with the measures as per USGT regulation (10mm height) and can therefore be used at any race.  The shapes inspired by a GT3 racing car have been adapted to the proportions and measures necessary for use with the 190mm electric models; the design phase took several months to finish every single particular, the attention to…

Schumacher has finally released it much anticipated already title winning Mi9 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  In prototype form the new Mi9 has won  GP3F in France, MIBO International, the Swedish Nationals, the Italian Nationals many other major events with ETS race wins on both carpet and asphalt culminating with Michal Orlowski taking rhe ETS Modified title for the British manufacturer.  Featuring all new suspension geometry, the Mi9 is consistently fast on all grip levels, with a wide set up window, which makes it easy to get dialled in wherever you race.  Also getting fully updated transmission housings the car will…

Team Associated is now offering its 1:14 scale Reflex 14B Kit 4WD electric buggy in kit form.  Designed with performance in mind, the buggy is fully adjustable through the turnbuckles, springs, fluids, shock tower hole placement, gearing, and the included Factory Team parts making the Reflex 14B Kit perfect for any terrain you can throw at it.  Additional features include three sealed differentials, aluminium steering rack, and lightweight aluminium center driveshaft.  These innovations have increased the potential for grip and corner speed, which leads to faster lap times and an overall thrilling-to-drive feel. View features & more images here

New from Serpent is the Mini Spider RTR, a small 1:24 EP buggy. This fun buggy is made of super elastic plastic to absorb shocks well and equipped with high-grip offroad wheels and utilising the latest technology.  The coreless motor accelerates the RC car up to 20km/h.  If this is too fast for you in the living room or children’s room, you can also reduce the speed thanks to a rotary control nub.  Throttle/brake and steering commands are sensitively implemented in full proportion by the 2.4GHz remote control.  Due to the modern transmission system, several vehicles can of course be…

New from Texas based 1:28 specialists MWX Performance is their R.1 Formula 1 1:28 2WD Chassis Kit.  The R.1 Formula 1 Chassis Kit is a revolutionary kit designed to dominate micro 2WD class racing.  After years of adding innovation to other micro kits, MWX decided it was time to release their own kit incorporating cutting edge technology with high quality components and features.  This has been a passion project of MWX for many years and is their second kit release in the first year of operations having introduced its very first full 1:28 2WD Chassis Kit last July.  You will appreciate…