RC Hobby Blogs

The legendary Texan trainer makes a modern comeback. Eflite’s updated SNJ-5 / AT-6 Texan 1.5m blends World War II authenticity with today’s smart technology and a flexible 3S/4S power system.

The Avios Grand Tundra V2 is back with bold upgrades—pneumatic tires, stronger tailwheel, new motor cooling, and a vivid green/silver scheme. As one of the most versatile grand tundra rc planes, it blends STOL capability with aerobatic performance, making it a must-see evolution of the Avios Grand Tundra lineup.

The Traxxas TRX4 is one of the most talked-about RC crawler platforms. In this guide, we break down the whole lineup — Defender, Sport, High Trail, Bronco, and the new Nissan Pathfinder. From scale looks to trail performance, find out why the TRX-4 has become a legend in the RC world.

The Redcat Vertex-6 brings something fresh to the large-scale crawling scene. With a heavy-duty 4mm ladder chassis, selectable underdrive, and premium electronics, it delivers both strength and innovation. In this review, we’ll explore its design, performance, and how it compares to other 1/6 crawlers like the Axial SCX6.

A hands-on look at Maxx Ultimate—aluminum upgrades, WideMaxx stance, GT-Maxx shocks, 540XL/VXL-4s power, real durability, and how it stacks up to V2, XRT, and X-Maxx.

The Messerschmitt Bf-109 remains one of WWII’s most iconic fighters. Nexa’s new 1540mm ARF captures that history in a lightweight balsa design finished with a striking green camouflage. In this review, we’ll explore its scale details, assembly process, and how it performs in the air—plus a few smart power options for today’s RC pilots.

The 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic is one of the most iconic “Box Chevy” models of the late ’80s. Known for its square body, wide stance, and solid frame, it became a favorite canvas for lowrider culture. Now Redcat has recreated this classic as a 1/10 scale RC lowrider with authentic hopping action and scale realism.

The Turbo Optima Mid Special is back. Kyosho brings the 1988 long-wheelbase icon into 2025 with a faithful chassis, belt-drive 4WD, ball diffs, and modern-day updates. This article looks at what changed, why it matters on today’s tracks, and which LiPo upgrades unlock the best balance of punch and runtime.

The Losi NASCAR 1/12 2S AWD RTR brings real stock-car style to parking lots and driveways. In this review, we’ll look at its design, performance, and officially licensed bodies — plus share practical CNHL 2S LiPo battery upgrade options for more speed and runtime.