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There is exciting news for RC helicopter fans with the announcement of the JR Forza 450EX 2014. As the name suggests, this is an update of the original Forza 450, which was JR's first 450-size helicopter. The key feature of this new Forza is that it is designed to accomodate a 6-cell (6S) LiPo battery. This is going to be quite a power boost. The original Forza could fit a 3-cell (3S) 2200-2500mAh LiPo battery, so the new EX version is going to deliver excellent performance.

Another great addition to the new RC planes at the Nuremberg 2014 Toy Fair is the Graupner HoTTrainer RC plane. This wooden remote control plane comes with a bold Graupner/SJ team pilot style and is a very versatile aircraft. You will notice how the wings can be mounted in two positions. The high wing option is a great choice for beginner pilots, but as your skills progress, you can shift the wings to a centre position. This will give the HoTTrainer the characteristics of a precision aerobatic model.

This new Graupner RC plane has a hood

We have recently covered the new RC products released at the Nuremberg 2014 Toy Fair and we are pleased to add another product to this expanding list. The Graupner MZ-24 is a new 12-channel radio that comes with real time voice alerts. This is a great innovation from Graupner and is one of several exciting features on offer in this new transmitter.

The MZ-24 uses Graupner's 2.4GHz Hopping Telemetry Transmission (HoTT) frequency, combined with unique telemetry technology that allows for bi-directional data transmission. With the optional sensor and sensor board from Graupner, you will be able to get real time information

We recently discussed some of the new RC products that had been announced at the Nurenberg Toy Fair 2014 and today we are pleased to make another exciting announcement. Carisma will soon be launching their new RC car, the M10DB buggy. We managed to capture this image at the Toy Fair:

As you can see, the Carisma M10DB is an impressive looking RC buggy. It comes pre-built with a two wheel drivetrain and is a great choice if you love bashing in your backyard. In terms of

Known for its adventurous and heavy-hitting nature, the Ford Raptor is a fixture at off-road races around the world, including the famous Dakar Rally (the above picture shows Sue Mead and Darren Skilton competing in this very rally). As the image shows, the Raptor is built for extreme off-road competition. It is with that same spirit that Vaterra have created their very own RC Ford Raptor, pictured below:

Ever since Vaterra was launched in early-2013, they have always amazed us with their range of on- and off-road RC cars and trucks. It is only fitting that one year after they entered the stage that they continue to build on their solid foundation with the introduction

We are pleased to report that ParkZone have just announced a brand new RC Plane - the ArtiZan. This new model is an excellent choice if you are looking for your second remote control plane. Even if you taught yourself how to fly with a HobbyZone model, you will find that the transition to the ParkZone ArtiZan will be a smooth one.

The key to the ArtiZan's success is the included AS3X technology, which gives you great stability in the air by countering environmental factors such as wind and turbulence. ParkZone have also given this RC plane a chambered construction, with a large wing area and low weight. This

The 2014 ECX Torment has always been popular with drivers looking for their first RC truck and today we are pleased to announce that a new version of the Torment is coming soon to Modelflight. Ready-to-run with four wheel drive transmission, the new ECX Torment takes performance to a whole new level. This short course RC truck comes equipped with a strong Dynamite 15T brushed motor, coupled with a Speedpack 8.4V 7-Cell NiMH battery pack. This gives you the power you need to venture into territory that would normally be inaccessible for 2WD RC trucks.

The ball bearings in this ECX truck give you smooth operation and improved durability, while the vehicle's heavy-duty driveshafts and slipper clutch

The original Blade 300 X was a popular RC helicopter for pilots looking to perform fantastic aerobatics in the air. Today, we are pleased to announce that the 300 X is being upgraded to a whole new level. The brand new 300 CFX comes with a carbon-fibre frame and a range of aluminium hop-up parts already installed.

One of the great things about the Blade 300 CFX is its optimised servo geometry. This geometry is similar to what you would find in Blade's flagship 700 X. It gives the 300 CFX an extremely precise feel when flying and prevents mechancial loss through the flybarless system. This servo geometry also ensures that the included Spektrum AR7200BX flybarless system can work much less

The original Super Cub has always been an excellent choice for pilots looking for their first RC plane and today we are pleased to announce that HobbyZone are updating this model to include the groundbreaking SAFE Technology. With this technology, the risk of crashes are greatly reduced. This is coupled with the plane's Carbon-Z foam construction, which is very durable and can easily be repaired if necessary.

This new remote control plane comes with 3-channel control, giving you great control over the model, without