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Traxxas X-Maxx Review

Traxxas X-Maxx

Recently, the editors and I were chatting about current vehicle offerings from manufacturers and Traxxas became the focus as we have not seen an all new vehicle from them in quite some time. We were speculating on what and when the next big release would occur. We all agreed and hoped it would be an entirely new vehicle and not simply an updated version of a current model since it has been a while that we have seen one.

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Hobao Hyper MT AT Sports Plus Review

Big, Bad Beautiful MT that can take a beating! This article was originally published in RC Driver’s June 2016 issue. Words: Peter Klaven Photos: Sydney Fife While I’m a racer at heart, every now and then I like to get …

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Two New ARRMA Vehicles Are On The Way

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Just in time for the Holiday Season, ARRMA looks ready to unleash a pair of vehicles that we here at RC Driver just can’t wait to see!  While not too much is known from these spy shots, it appears these …

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1/18 Monster Truck 4WD RTR from Dromida

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A best bet for bashers of all skill levels, the Dromida Monster Truck makes it easy for everyone to enjoy exciting all-terrain action! Highlights include full-time 4WD, a powerful Torque 370 motor, interference-free 2.4GHz radio control, all-weather electronics, Big Bore …

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Dromida 1/18 Brushed Short Course Truck, Monster Truck and Buggy

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These three new released from Dromida are based on the 4.18 platform are well priced and have nice features.  These fully equipped, ready-to-run 4wd vehicles feature a Torque 370 motor, waterproof electronics, interference-free 2.4GHz control, full-time 4WD, Big Bore oil …

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Return of the RC18MT – The Rival 1/18 Monster Truck RTR from Team Associated

Team Associated - Rival 1-18 Monster Truck RTR_1 copy

The Rival monster truck comes complete with a transmitter, motor, battery, and charger. Some features include a shaft driven 4wd drivetrain, chrome wheels with monster truck tires, plush oil-filled shocks, and an inline-mounted “Super 370” high-performance motor. Simply charge the …

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Axial Racing SMT10 Grave Digger Monster Jam Truck

Axial SMT10

Axial has been unleashing new machines left and right and for Axial enthusiasts, we’ve been graced with new chassis designs rather than the slap a body on that ol’ frame routine.  The latest machine to go viral in the social …

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ARRMA Nero Monster Truck Week: Day 5 – Performance and Action Video

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We’ve Waited a Long Time for This! Our RC Driver staff first heard rumors and saw early renderings of the Arrma Nero a little over a year ago on our annual pilgrimage to Champagne, IL. The folks at Hobbico were very excited …

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ARRMA Nero BLX Monster Truck – Day 4: Diff Brain

Arrma Nero Hill Climb

  It is Day Four of the ARRMA Nero BLX on RC Driver‘s vehicle week and we’re getting into the crown jewel of the Nero BLX, which is quite obviously the Diff Brain. Check out the photos and video below. We …

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ARRMA Nero BLX Monster Truck – Day 3: Power System

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So far we’ve seen ARRMA‘s Nero BLX  Monster Truck unboxed and talked about its suspension. Now lets talk about what many are interested in, the power system! 60 MPH Speeds 6S power has become the standard to which all MT …

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ARRMA Nero BLX Monster Truck – Day 2: Suspension

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When designing the Nero BLX , the folks at Arrma and Hobbico took their time. Seriously, this truck was more than a year in the making. Much of that time was probably spent onthe layout of the chassis, joining the …

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ARRMA Nero 6S BLX Monster Truck Week-Day 1: Unboxing

ARRMA Nero Monster Truck

For a few months now, Hobbico has been teasing the RC masses with sneak peek videos of their new release, the ARRMA Nero 6S BLX. Vague, super sci-fi looking videos tantalized fans, but cut to the end before any real info was revealed. Well, the news is out and the Nero is about to hit the streets.

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Game Changer! The NERO 6S BLX Monster Truck with Diff Brain from Arrma

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Game Changer!  The NERO 6S BLX Monster Truck with Diff Brain from Arrma is here! Like nothing you’ve ever driven before, the ARRMA NERO 6S is built to conquer the most extreme driving environments you can imagine. Armed with a …

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ECX Amp MT 1/10 2WD RTR Action Video

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RC Driver’s Contributing Editor Tony Phalen takes the ECX Amp 2wd electric 1/10 ready to run monster truck out for some fun in the dirt. Watch the box stock truck churn up the dirt. This truck is aimed to get …

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The Intrusion XLR Monster Truck from Helion

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Capable of hitting 60mph when running on a 3S LiPo battery pack, the Intrusion XLR Monster Truck comes standard with a Radient 3000mAh 7-cell NiMH battery pack, 3000kV Reaktor4 brushless motor, a 50A all-weather esc and 6kg steering servo. Other …

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