rc car
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June 25, 2025 140
For RC enthusiasts looking to elevate their driving experience, upgrading key components of an entry-level, ready-to-run (RTR) remote control car can make a significant difference. While RTR cars are designed to be accessible and user-friendly, they often come with basic components that may limit their performance. Investing in high-quality upgrades can enhance your car's speed, handling, durability, and overall enjoyment. This guide will explore the benefits of upgrading your transmitter, electronic speed controller (ESC) and motor combination, batteries, and tyres, focusing on their impact on off-road bashing, rock-crawling, and on-road racing.
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June 25, 2025 131
Upgrading your surface transmitter is one of the keys to enhancing the performance of your RC car, as well as your overall experience, with better control, improved features, and a more enjoyable drive. In this post, we delve into three Spektrum transmitter upgrades: the DX3, the DX5 Pro, and the iSXR.
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April 01, 2025 121
Are you ready to bring the heart-pounding excitement of monster truck racing into the palm of your hand? The all-new Losi Mini LMT 1/18 Megalodon 4WD Monster Truck is here to redefine fun in a compact package, delivering jaw-dropping performance and the unmistakable thrill of the Monster Jam Megalodon in a smaller, more accessible scale.
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February 26, 2025 489
Model Flight 50 Years On
The O’Reilly family was involved in the hobby industry from the early 1960s when they became the Australian Distributor for Merco engines and an agent for Graupner Modellbau. The hobby business went full time in 1975 with the opening of a Retail Shop at Somerton Park, joining forces with the late Gordon Burford of Taipan Engines fame. In 1977, we moved to Keswick with our core brands of Space Commander and IM Products, and in 1979 became the first international agent for Thunder Tiger.
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February 20, 2025 1269
If you're an Arrma fan, you may have come across the newly released 223S series. There are eight different brushless RC cars to choose from, each capable of speeds up to 80km/h. How do you choose just one? In this blog post, we'll go over the features of each vehicle and what styles of driving they are best suited to.
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November 26, 2024 537
Whilst on the hunt for the best beginner RC car, you’ll quickly discover a wide variety of radio-controlled cars and trucks designed to help newcomers succeed in the hobby. Choosing a single “best” option for all beginners is challenging, as preferences vary just like they do when selecting a full-size car at a dealership. In this blog post, we'll take you through what you need to think about before purchasing your first RC car.
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March 26, 2024 683
The iconic Jeep CJ-7 is now available in an RC version, and who better to bring out this legendary vehicle than Axial. This isn’t just any RC car, it’s a meticulously detailed replica, ready to conquer any trail you throw its way. Whether you’re a seasoned crawler or new to the off-road RC scene, this rock crawler is here to take your RC experience to the next level. Let’s take a closer look...
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August 29, 2023 573
Prepare to conquer the wild with the latest evolution in remote-controlled desert trucks - the Losi Baja Rey 2.0. This remarkable upgrade from its 2016 predecessor boasts a range of enhancements that will redefine your off-road adventures. Let's dive into the exhilarating features of this exceptional RC truck.
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April 07, 2023 501
E-flite and Losi announced new products this month including a Slow Ultra Stick, a UMX version of the popular Turbo Timber Evolution, and a TLR Tuned LMT Kit.
E-flite Slow Ultra Stick 1.2m RC Plane
SKU: EFL0350
Inspired by the classic ‘Stick’ models and based on the modern Ultra Stick designs, the E-flite Slow Ultra Stick 1.2m RC plane has a wide flight envelope from slow flying to aggressive aerobatics. This versatile aircraft is perfect for those who are wanting to move onto their next RC plane, as well as pilots who have more experience behind the sticks
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March 30, 2023 120
February saw some different products added to the market, including a Hangar 9 balsa wood plane, a Crawler Competition Kit from Axial, a Losi Desert SxS replica, plus a revamp of an old favourite in a limited edition!
Hangar 9 Pawnee Brave ARF RC Plane
SKU: HAN7035
Expertly constructed with laser-cut plywood and balsa, the Hangar 9 Pawnee Brave RC plane is designed for scale and sport flying and is configurable for glow, gas and electric power systems. It is modelled after the Pawnee Brave variant of the Piper Pawnee ag and utility airplanes