Innehållsförteckning för April 2024 från RC Car Action

Like many RC enthusiasts, yours truly included, you’ve been bashing your Traxxas vehicle anywhere you can. From your driveway to the park around the corner or even on the ramps at the local skate park, wherever you have the chance to catch some air, take a technical line on a trail or go flat-out for all-out speed, you do it. There’s no doubt that Traxxas makes some of the most bash-worthy RCs around. Thanks to their engineering and design, their cars and trucks feature legendary speed and durability. With so much brutal power and speed, there’s bound to be a few missteps and crashes during any bash session. We suppose that’s a part of the fun. Wiping out means that you’re pushing your vehicle to the limit, and that’s what…

FMS, known for its innovative RC models, has launched the ALU35 RTR with FPV, a groundbreaking 1/64-scale RC vehicle that offers a new dimension of excitement. This model represents FMS’s first venture into FPV (First Person View) technology in 1/64 scale, bringing an immersive driving experience like never before. At the core of the ALU35’s innovation is its FPV system, which includes a magnetic quick-release camera mounted on the car’s roof and FPV goggles. This system allows drivers to seamlessly switch between traditional third-person view and an immersive first-person view. Driving from the driver’s seat perspective adds a new level of thrill and fun and enhances the overall driving experience. FPV The ALU35’s FPV system features real-time low-latency goggles with a video time delay of less than 0.01ms, providing it…

AT A GLANCE TYPE On-Road SCALE 1/10 DRIVETRAIN 2WD POWER Electric BUILD Assembly PRICE $198 It’s an exciting time whenever Tamiya releases a new vehicle, even if it’s a classic re-release. There’s even more excitement among enthusiasts if it’s an all-new release, such as the company’s latest BT-01 chassis Toyota Supra JZA80. This new RC car is more than just a pretty face (with the fourth-gen Supra body on it, it is really pretty). It’s also one of the more innovative chassis we’ve encountered in recent memory. The 2WD BT-01 chassis offers unprecedented adaptability for on-road RC enthusiasts. This innovative chassis can be configured to meet a wide range of goals and needs, making it a versatile platform for radio control hobbyists. ACCURACY DRIVEN For under-the-skin realism, the BT-01 chassis…

RC enthusiasts often strive for realism, seeking to replicate their vehicles’ full-sized counterparts by placing attention to detail at the forefront. Johnny Lum, a passionate RC hobbyist and off-road enthusiast, embarked on a journey to re-create his beloved Toyota Land Cruiser Land Cruiser 80 Series (LC80) in miniature form. Dubbed the RC80, this custom-built crawler is a near-exact replica of Johnny’s real-life off-roading machine, both in appearance and performance. AN AUTOMOTIVE BACKGROUND Johnny’s RC journey began in the 1990s, when he initially delved into RC racing with buggies. He took a 20-year hiatus from RC to explore the world of real-life souped-up Hondas and Toyotas, and he discovered his passion for off-roading in 2015, inspired by a friend’s modified Lexus LX470. This sparked Johnny’s off-roading adventures, leading him to acquire…

Surf and sand don’t stand a chance when it comes to this totally custom off-road RC vehicle. This off-road dune buggy style vehicle has been meticulously crafted to deliver both performance and style, making it a true standout in any RC collection. At the core of the Surf Bug is the custom-designed tube cage, a masterpiece created by Dan Reese from Monster Fab RC and produced by RC Speedy. This cage not only provides unparalleled protection but also adds a rugged off-road aesthetic to the vehicle. As you can see, it really steals the show. BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE The tube cage is attached to a 3/16-inch aluminum plate to form the Surf Bug’s chassis. This rigid and lightweight chassis features holes that accept most Traxxas and Tamiya style parts, so…

A NEW WAY TO SUBMIT YOUR RIDE! We now have an easy new way to submit your Readers Rides to RC Car Action online. Just go to Rccaraction.com/readers-ride-entry-form/ to fill in your vehicle’s info and upload your pix directly to us! As a bonus, it will generate a shareable link that you can send to your friends or share on social media to show off your ride to everyone! ADVENTURE JEEP JOSEPHROCHA « ADELANTO, CA Scale and trail builds allow RC enthusiasts to combine their love for drivable RC vehicles with model-building prowess and loads of creativity. We’re digging the realism that this scale Jeep XJ brings to any camping trip or crawler driving session. Joseph tells us about his award-winning creation: “I built this rig for Axialfest 2023 where…

AT A GLANCE TYPE Off-Road SCALE 1/10 DRIVETRAIN 2WD POWER Electric BUILD RTR PRICE $349.99 Team Associated is no stranger to winning world championships, with an unmatched 32 titles under its belt. This tradition continued this past summer with factory pilot Davide Ongaro at the wheel, piloting Associated’s latest version of their 1/10-scale 4WD, the B74.2D. Since its introduction several years ago, the B74 has gone through changes, upgrades and enhancements to culminate in the current world champion iteration. The B74.2D focuses on light weight and tuneability with lighter gearboxes, all-new 13mm shocks, gullwing-style front arms, and with a lot more features under the hood. Let’s take a closer look at what makes a world championship-winning buggy. PERFORMANCE ORIENTED CHASSIS Constructed of a 2mm-thick 7075 aluminum plate, the B74.2D’s chassis…

HITEC RDX2 800 & AD350 Anyone driving a variety of vehicles needs to have a good charger on hand that can handle a variety of battery chemistries and cell counts. Also, you want a charger that pushes enough watts to charge large packs in a timely manner, unless you want to spend your precious time at the track waiting on batteries to finish charging! Enter the Hitec RDX2 800 multi-chemistry dual-channel charger. The RDX2 800 is chock-full of features that enable maximum flexibility. It will take either a standard 110-volt AC input or a 12- to 24-volt DC input and includes the proper cables for both. Plug it into the wall, or for even more punch connect it to a dedicated DC power supply. This is great for tracks that…