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Team Associated has released two new 1/10-scale 4WD electric buggy kits: the RC10B84.1 and RC10B84.1D Team Kits. The updated B84.1 platform arrives with a long list of revisions, and the manufacturer’s stated goal is straightforward: improve durability and increase speed.

The RC10B84.1 Team Kit is priced at $639, while the RC10B84.1D Team Kit comes in at $619. The new kits are part of the RC10B84 family, the platform Team Associated launched as the successor to its World Championship-winning B74. The D version is paired with a setup intended for dirt-track racing.

What’s New on the RC10B84.1

The revision work starts in the drivetrain, where molded height-adjustable gearboxes front and rear are designed for maximum drivetrain efficiency. Under the car, the chassis now uses a wide tongue layout for improved durability, with V2 side rails shaped to fit it. Up front, wide A and B mounts team with a 73mm gull wing front arm, a carbon fiber front shock tower, and a molded front shock tower cover built for the new arm geometry. V2 steering posts and bellcranks round out the front-end changes, while long HD differential outdrives and 66mm rear CVA bones strengthen the rear drivetrain. New 0.7mm shims for the A and D mounts are also part of the update.

Race-Tuned Details

Around those revisions, the long-arm suspension geometry is meant to improve grip and predictability in all conditions. Optimized steering bellcranks and rack target bump steer control at all ride heights. In the box, racers get standard and HRC (High Roll Center) rear hubs, plus insert-adjustable caster blocks with 0, +/-1, and +/-2 degree inserts.

Weight-bias tuning runs through forward and rear motor positions and a highly adjustable battery holder with thumb tabs. The platform sits on a 2.5mm tapered 7075-T6 aluminum chassis with 10 degrees of kickup and an improved departure angle, and a split top deck that Team Associated says optimizes chassis flex. Upper and lower chassis bracing front and rear lets drivers fine-tune flex characteristics.

Completing the package are a decoupled slipper clutch, aluminum center-mounted servo mount, 13mm big-bore shocks, front and rear shock tower covers, 3.5mm turnbuckles and ballcups, a low-profile body, and a 7-inch rear wing with two mount heights.

Dirt-Focused D and Classic Flavor

The D kit, according to the official feature list, adds a +2 rear gearbox for high-grip conditions and includes molded ring and pinion gears, fitting its dirt-focused setup. Team Associated has also shown a Classic version of the RC10B84D, with an RC10 Classic-inspired livery, premium composite plastics, and aluminum parts. The Classic variant repeats the same molded height-adjustable gearboxes, long-arm suspension geometry, and 13mm big-bore shocks.

Track-Proven Setup

Team Associated’s official RC10B84 page includes setup sheets from drivers including Chad Due, Jermaine Robinson, Brady Carrico, Marcus Kaerup, Davide Ongaro, Alexander Landen, Matthew Gonzales, Aydin Horne, Davey Batta, and Spencer Rivkin. Their event notes cover the IFMAR World Championships, ROAR 1:10 Dirt Off-Road Nationals, JConcepts events, and the Nordic Championship. The listed conditions span indoor black carpet at medium grip, indoor dirt at high grip, and outdoor dirt with low-to-medium grip.

What You’ll Need to Finish

Both versions ship as unassembled race kits. An instruction manual is included. To finish the car you’ll need a motor, pinion gear, electronic speed control, servo, transmitter and receiver, tires, wheels, polycarbonate body paint, battery and charger, plus the usual tools and silicone fluids. The AMain Hobbies listing notes a 7.4V-7.6V 2S LiPo in shorty dimensions as the power source.

Tecnomodel’s latest batch spans street and race themes. The Q2 2027 delivery schedule pairs six 1:12 Ferrari F40 LM models with four 1:18 Tyrrell-Yamaha Formula 1 cars from the 1995 season. All ten variants carry product codes, and the online listing is now public.

1:12 Ferrari F40 LM lineup

Headlining the batch is the 1:12 Ferrari F40 LM. Tecnomodel highlights the red-and-white version, presented with the classic Marlboro livery. It sits inside a six-car set built around the 1996 car:

• TM12-17A — Press Version Red with Enkei Silver wheels
• TM12-17B — Press Version Yellow Modena with Enkei Silver wheels
• TM12-17C — Press Version Matt Black Colour with Enkei Silver wheels
• TM12-17D — Red and White with Black wheels
• TM12-17E — Press Version Grigio Medio with Black wheels
• TM12-17F — Black Martini Version with Gold wheels

Four of the six carry the Press Version label. The other two are the Red and White and Black Martini trims.

1:18 Tyrrell-Yamaha 1995 lineup

The 1:18 side jumps to the 1995 Formula 1 calendar. Each Tyrrell-Yamaha model is tied to a specific Grand Prix, driver, and race number:

• TMD18-494A — Canada GP, Mika Salo, #4
• TMD18-494B — European GP, G. Tarquini, #3
• TMD18-494C — British GP, Uko Katayama, #3
• TMD18-494D — San Marino GP, Mika Salo, #4

Three drivers are represented across the four races. Salo appears on the Canada and San Marino cars, while Tarquini and Katayama each get one race-specific version.

F40 LM background

The F40 has a real-world racing story behind these miniatures. The road-going F40 launched in 1987 for Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, developed under Enzo Ferrari before his death. It used a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V8 producing 471 horsepower. The LM version, prepared with Michelotto, pushed output to 720 horsepower with larger turbochargers and extensive engine work. It also gained a reinforced chassis, upgraded suspension, extra cooling vents, and a large rear wing for downforce. The real car was aimed at events such as the IMSA GT Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With only about 19 units built, the F40 LM is considered one of the most sought-after collector cars.

Earlier 1:18 F40 LM context

Tecnomodel is no stranger to the F40 LM in miniature. In June 2024, Model Universe reported on a wave of 1:18 F40 LM 1996 variants from Tecnomodel. That earlier list covered seven trims: Modena Yellow with black five-spoke rims, Gloss Black with silver five-spoke rims, Metallic Pink with black five-spoke rims, Pearl Metallic White with black five-spoke rims, Modena Yellow with silver five-spoke rims, Gloss Black with Enkei silver rims, and White Martini with gold five-spoke rims. Those resin models were described as sitting on leather display bases with metal specification plaques, with limited editions typically between 50 and 120 pieces, though Tecnomodel had not confirmed that range. The same report described the line as high-quality resin replicas with detailed finishes.

Separate Mythos line listings add more F40 LM context. A FiveDiecast listing for TM18429E, a Ferrari F40 LM Press Version 1996 in red, describes it as resin, notes it is not a toy, and says it is intended for collectors aged 14 and older. A Tecnomodel page for TM18-410H covers a Ferrari F40 LM 1996 Rendering Version Car #5 Stefano Bucci; that page says the showcase is included and the release is a limited edition.

Delivery details

The Q2 2027 list includes product codes for all six Ferrari variants and all four Tyrrell-Yamaha variants. The codes split cleanly: TMD18 marks the Tyrrells, TM12 marks the Ferraris. Pricing, availability, and production quantities are not part of the announcement.

JConcepts has expanded its carpet and turf racing lineup with several new 2.2-inch buggy tires and a new set of tuning inserts. The new treads include the Nessi, Fuzz Bite, Pin Swag, and 3DP, and the compound choices now span pink (medium), brown (medium soft), and purple (soft). JConcepts says the carpet and turf racing scene is hotter than ever, and the brand has been pushing to offer racers more options.

New Treads for Carpet and Turf

The Nessi borrows styling cues from the Lockness and uses 3D blended pin sizing and spacing. Semi-circle protrusions run through the center and sidewall areas, a design JConcepts says improves side-bite while reducing the grip-rolling behavior that can come with normal pins. The tire sits on a low-profile, wide-stance carcass with a 2.2-inch bead size for rear buggy wheels. It is available in pink and purple compounds; the listed purple rear version, part #3167-011, carries a $25.00 retail price and an $18.75 MAP price and includes open-cell inserts.

Fuzz Bite covers several fitments. The wide-body front version uses reverse “water tower” pins arranged in a radius, plus a low-profile carcass, directional sidewall lugging, and ultra-light scalloped beads. It is available in pink, brown, and purple compounds, depending on fitment. The listed purple front version, #4061-011, fits 2wd/4wd front buggy wheels and retails at $23.00 with a $17.25 MAP. The LP front version for slim 2.2-inch buggy front wheels is #3165-011 in purple at $22.00 retail and $16.50 MAP. The LP rear version in brown, #3152-012, fits a 2.2-inch buggy rear wheel and is priced at $25.00 retail and $18.75 MAP.

Pin Swag combines the outer lugs of a JConcepts Swagger front tire with a dense pin arrangement. The low-profile carcass has a split center section and a stagger section with an angular front behind a vertical rib. It is available in pink, brown, and purple compounds, with listed fitments that include standard and slim front buggy wheels. The purple 2wd/4wd front version, #4062-011, and the brown 2wd/4wd front version, #4062-012, both retail at $23.00 with a $17.25 MAP. A brown slim 2wd front version, #3181-012, sells for $22.00 retail and $16.50 MAP. The Pin Swag includes a low-profile scalloped open-cell insert.

The 3DP is an updated take on the 3D dirt tire JConcepts released in 2011. It uses Fuzz Bite-style reverse “water tower” pins with a heavier concentration of pins in the center, cut-and-sliced traction bars in the inner and outer positions, and a radial ring on the upper sidewall. JConcepts says the added pins and surface edges are intended to extend carpet tire life while keeping driving stability. The tire is available in pink, brown, and purple compounds. The 3DP is sold unmounted or pre-mounted in pink compound on bright white or fluorescent yellow wheels. The listed brown version, #4174-012, fits a 2.2-inch 2wd slim front wheel and retails at $22.00 with a $16.50 MAP.

React Inserts for Tire Tuning

Alongside the tires, JConcepts introduced React inserts for carpet and turf racing. The inserts come in soft and medium densities, with soft most often paired with pink and brown compounds and medium more often used with purple compound or when grip is high. They are slim, dark grey, and provide a cushion layer between the wheel and the tire’s inner carcass.

Rear React inserts, #6017S and #6017M, fit JConcepts carpet/turf tires and retail at $10.00 each with an $8.50 MAP. Front inserts, #6019S and #6019M, are $8.00 retail and $6.80 MAP. JConcepts notes rear tires typically arrive with standard open-cell inserts, while front slim tires typically run without inserts, making the React line a tuning option when more support is needed.

The new products are designed and developed in the U.S.A., according to JConcepts, which also points racers to reputable dealers and distributors for authentic items. More information is available at JConcepts.net.

Carisma’s M48S Audi Sport Quattro S1 1985 Night Rally Edition is now shipping. The 1/8-scale ready-to-run model, listed as part number #95668, carries a street price of $435 and wears the factory livery of one of rallying’s most recognizable Group B machines.

Lighting is the headline

The Night Rally Edition’s stand-out feature is its lighting package. Carisma fits a 6x front headlamp LED module package, and the driver can switch the lamps on and off remotely. The model carries official licensing from Audi and Hella.

The rest of the spec sheet is built around the M48S chassis. Wheelbase is 285mm, with 3mm of adjustment intended for tight turns and precision. Power comes from a 550-size brushless motor and a 3S-capable ESC. The drivetrain uses all-metal differentials, and the car rides on period-correct five-spoke wheels with new dirt-spec rally tires.

Familiar M48S foundations

The M48S S1 shape has appeared before in Carisma’s catalog. Product listings for the related Audi Sport Quattro S1 (SE), identified as #91468/CIS91468, describe a 285mm version of the M48S platform. Carisma created that model in close collaboration with Audi, reproducing the S1’s short-wheelbase body and screen angles from original design data. The car’s story goes back further: the original Audi Quattro was the first rally car to make effective use of all-wheel drive, and Carisma’s S1 model aims at the Group B rally experience.

The earlier S1 listing notes it is an “Almost Ready to Run” no-battery machine, so the owner must supply a 7.2V NiMH, 7.4V LiPo, or 11.1V LiPo pack. It also fills out the mechanical details shared with the latest release: a 550 Big Can brushless motor with an XT60 connector, an ARC-3 brushless ESC that works with 2S or 3S LiPo packs, 2.4GHz F.H.S.S. CTX-8000 steer-wheel radio gear, and a fully ball-raced 4WD drivetrain with metal gear differentials at the front, rear, and center. The suspension uses oil-filled coil-over shocks and anti-roll bars front and rear. Width is listed at 231mm, with 12mm wheel hexes and stock gearing of 44T spur/12T pinion with an internal ratio of 15/39. The related S1 product copy adds that the model keeps the same power unit, transmission, and body shell while moving to period-correct wheels with a new tire tread pattern. The listing even suggests starting on 2S power to learn the handling before switching to 3S for more wheel speed, acceleration, and torque.

A growing Night Rally lineup

The new Audi is not Carisma’s only 1/8-scale night-oriented rally release. RC Car Action covered the M48S Subaru Impreza WRC 1997 McRae Night Rally Edition in June, priced at $428.73 under part number #94168. That Subaru uses the same M48S foundation with a longer 319mm wheelbase, gold five-spoke rally wheels, and tarmac-spec racing tires. It also uses remote LED on/off control through the CTX-8000 transmitter, along with strengthened front and rear suspension arms and 3mm wheelbase adjustment.

The Audi variant takes the same Night Rally idea in a different direction: it swaps the Subaru’s blue-and-yellow World Rally Team look for the Audi Sport Quattro S1 Group B factory livery, adds Hella licensing, and comes with dirt-spec tires from the start.

Availability

The Carisma 1/8 M48S Audi Sport Quattro S1 1985 Night Rally Edition RTR is listed with part number #95668 and a street price of $435. It is shipping now, and Carisma is distributed in the US by HRP.

MotorHelix just dropped a new wave of diecast announcements, and the rarest items are coming in very small numbers. The lineup spreads across event exclusives for the Singapore Diecast Collectors Convention 2026 and the MH Goldenwood Festival of Speed, plus two hobby editions. In total, the batch includes six show exclusives and two non-exclusive hobby models, with announced production limits ranging from 110 to 1,999 units. MotorHelix’s announcement notes that production is limited for the new models and lists the limits separately for each exclusive.

SDCC 2026 exclusive

The only SDCC-linked model is the 3D-printed LB-Silhouette WORKS GT Nissan 35GT-RR Ver.2 in an SDCC 2026 Dealer Exclusive Edition. MotorHelix lists it at 110 units, which makes it the smallest production run in this announcement.

The convention behind it is the Singapore Diecast Collectors Convention 2026, formerly SGDE. The event runs from 10 a.m. on Sept. 25 through 9 p.m. on Sept. 27 at Suntec City Atrium (Tower 1 and 2), 1 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039593. It is organized by Singapore Diecast Expo and is the 9th edition of that expo. It also takes place alongside the first Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Singapore (HWCCSG). Admission is free, and the event page bills it as Singapore’s premiere diecast event. The event page’s FAQ says it is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts. It also describes the Hot Wheels convention as a huge surprise for Hot Wheels fans.

MH Goldenwood Festival of Speed exclusives

The Goldenwood side of the announcement is larger, with five models and individual caps:

• Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) V-Spec II Customized Bayside Blue with carbon-fiber bonnet: 999 units
• Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) Customized Carbon Fiber: 1,999 units
• LB-Trucks UD QUON Head Custom Green & Gold: 299 units
• LB-Silhouette WORKS GT Nissan 35GT-RR Custom Orange Chrome: 999 units
• Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR White with a 1:18 4G63T engine display: 199 units

The R34 GT-R appears twice in this group, once in Bayside Blue with a carbon-fiber bonnet and once in a full carbon-fiber treatment. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR White pairs the car with a separate 1:18 4G63T engine display. The LB-Trucks UD QUON Head is the truck-themed entry and is capped at 299 units. GT-R fans also get two versions of the LB-Silhouette 35GT-RR: the 3D-printed SDCC dealer edition and this Custom Orange Chrome run.

Hobby editions

MotorHelix also listed two hobby editions outside the show-exclusive programs:

• Honda S2000 J’S Racing Berlin Black (M615153)
• Subaru Impreza Wagon WRX STi Ver. VI Mine’s Livery (M67112)

Both are clearly separated from the event models in the announcement and are listed by product number.

Brand context

MotorHelix is based in Shenzhen, China, a city the company’s official site describes as renowned for innovation and precision manufacturing. MotorHelix makes 1:18 and 1:64 scale models, and says each piece embodies its dedication to detail, quality, and artistry for collectors worldwide. The official site also says the company combines advanced technology with a passion for automotive excellence. The brand’s models show up at specialist retailers like Model Cars Houston, which describes its focus as premium-grade, legitimate diecast and resin model cars backed by a high level of customer service.

The new lineup is divided by event: the 110-unit SDCC 2026 dealer exclusive belongs to Singapore, while the five Goldenwood models have caps from 199 to 1,999. The two hobby editions sit separately from those convention runs. The Singapore convention opens Sept. 25 at Suntec City Atrium, and the SDCC exclusive remains the smallest announced run at 110 units.

Model collectors with a soft spot for Porsche and prehistoric reptiles have a new release to track. Hermes Collection has confirmed a 1:18 scale resin replica of the sealed Porsche 911 GT3 RS Manthey Racing, and the T-Rex dinosaur livery is part of the plan.

Diecast Society reported the news on September 23, 2026. Hermes says the model will be a sealed 1:18 resin build, with seven variants planned. The T-Rex dinosaur livery is the only version named so far. The remaining variants have not been named yet. Pricing is expected to start at roughly C$500. The product number is still listed as TBD, meaning official ordering details have not been published.

The full-size reference car

Manthey-Racing’s product pages call the GT3 RS the sportier version of the 911 Carrera. The 991.2 GT3 RS generation arrived with a 2018 update and stayed in production through 2019. That car paired a naturally aspirated water-cooled engine with a lower power-to-weight ratio, helped by comfort-reduced equipment. The Manthey Racing Team has sold the 911 GT3 RS MR since 2020. The MR package uses a performance kit based on the 911 GT2 RS MR. Manthey-Racing says that kit produces a significant power increase and applies the right overall changes to the car.

Already a busy 1:18 Manthey field

This won’t be the only 1:18 Manthey-flavored Porsche on shelves. Manthey-Racing’s own shop lists two official Minichamps editions of the MR car:

• A black 911 GT3 RS MR, limited to 300 pieces.
• A white 911 GT3 RS MR with orange-blue decoration, also limited to 300 pieces.

Both are official Manthey-Racing products and both are 1:18 scale. Manthey-Racing says the two Minichamps models are made to the manufacturer’s usual high standard and stay true to the original.

Porsche’s official shop also has 1:18 Manthey-related models. Its model-car range includes a 911 GT3 RS (992) with the Manthey Kit, and it sells a limited-edition 1:18 911 GT3 RS (992) in blue and yellow with a resin finish. That edition is limited to 992 pieces. Porsche describes it as an exclusive collector’s model with an expressive exterior and a high-quality resin finish. Porsche also calls the blue/yellow edition a dynamic highlight for discerning Porsche collections.

Porsche’s category page for 911 model cars leans into the car’s heritage. It presents the 911 as a legend on four wheels and an icon, says the three digits give sports car enthusiasts goosebumps, and argues the model shaped both Porsche’s DNA and the streets of the world. The shop adds that the 911 is probably the most popular model Porsche makes. The page then applies that enthusiasm to the miniatures, calling them eye-catching additions that bring sporty charm into the home, genuine collector’s pieces, desk accessories, and gifts for Porsche fans. It also mentions the full-size 911’s racetrack history and says an exclusive 911 model lets a fan bring another piece of Porsche into daily life and enjoy the sports car’s perfection away from the track.

What’s still pending

Hermes Collection has confirmed the main specifications: 1:18 scale, resin construction, a sealed body, seven variants, a T-Rex livery, and a starting price around C$500. The product number is still listed as TBD, and no official product code has been published yet. As of Diecast Society’s September 23 report, official ordering details had not yet been released.

MINI GT is adding two more movie cars to its 1:64 diecast lineup: Brian O’Conner’s Nissan Skyline GT-R C-West from 2 Fast 2 Furious and Dominic Toretto’s Dodge Charger from Fast Five.

Diecast Society reports that MINI GT will issue both replicas. The new items are listed under catalog numbers MGT01252-BL and MGT01256-BL.

Both cars are part of the same franchise collaboration MINI GT began detailing on its own site earlier in 2026. In that announcement, MINI GT said the collection celebrates the franchise’s legacy, spanning street-racing icons and on-screen heroes. It also named two more cars for the first wave: Brian O’Conner’s Toyota Supra BOMEX from the original film, listed as MGT01250-BL, and Han Seoul-Oh’s Mazda RX-7 VeilSide Fortune from The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, listed as MGT01251-BL. The brand said pre-orders for that wave were starting May 25, 2026.

“Stay tuned as the Fast & Furious universe unfolds in 1:64 scale with MINI GT,” the company said.

The Licensed Line Is Already in Retailers’ Systems

Retailer listings show how the broader series is being presented to collectors. Model Cars Houston has opened pre-orders for the orange Toyota Supra as a 1:64 diecast with part number MGT01250-BL. The listing describes it as a limited production run with official Toyota licensing and an official collaboration with Universal Studios, with a Q1 2027 release status.

Other stores have different ETA estimates for the same Supra. WeyeModelCars lists an estimated release of Q4 2026, while GT Hobby Store shows an October 2026 preorder ETA. WeyeModelCars notes release dates are estimates provided by the manufacturer, while GT Hobby Store labels its date a preorder ETA.

WeyeModelCars also details the Supra casting: an A80-generation Toyota with the BOMEX aero kit, Lamborghini Diablo Candy Pearl Orange-style paint, a scaled APR bi-plane rear wing, Racing Hart-style wheels, and a left-hand-drive interior. The listing identifies the model as MGT01250 and describes it as diecast metal. Model Cars Houston’s feature list mentions a highly detailed model car and blister packaging, and its pre-order notes say release dates are ETAs provided by the brand and are not guaranteed once production or logistics shift.

WeyeModelCars’ background text also identifies the real Supra as a factory twin-turbo A80 that was transformed with a BOMEX body kit, an APR rear wing, and Candy Pearl Orange paint for the film. The same store notes that MINI GT has been making 1:64 model cars since 2017.

Four Films, Four Cars

The Fast & Furious models announced so far now span four film titles: The Fast and the Furious, The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and Fast Five. The new Skyline and Charger extend a catalog that already connects Brian O’Conner to the Supra, Han Seoul-Oh to the RX-7, and now Brian to the Skyline and Dominic Toretto to the Charger. Brian O’Conner therefore appears twice in the MINI GT lineup so far, while Dom makes his first appearance in the collection.

Every known model code in the series shares the same “-BL” catalog suffix, including the two new MGT01252-BL and MGT01256-BL entries. For the Skyline and Charger, the announced details are the two vehicles, their film connections, and their product numbers. The earlier Supra and RX-7 went into pre-order in the initial rollout, with retailer ETA estimates for the Supra running from October 2026 to Q1 2027.

Kyosho has added a fresh dose of American muscle to its Fazer Mk2 family with a new ReadySet built around the 1970 Dodge Charger. The factory-assembled, 1/10 scale machine wears a deep candy-blue finish and rides on the proven FZ02L shaft-driven 4WD touring chassis, so it’s ready to hit the pavement once you supply a battery and charger.

Ultra Scale Body Plus Brings the Charger to Life

The body uses Kyosho’s Ultra Scale Body Plus treatment, which captures the Charger’s two-door hardtop lines, broad grille, and fastback roofline in a realistic scale shell. A candy-colored paint job is paired with matte black accents, and the mounting system hides the body posts and pins completely for a cleaner, more authentic appearance. The car rolls on classic low-style wheels wrapped in Vintage TC tires, while clear injection-molded light lenses are fitted for a finished look.

The shell also has molded light buckets ready for optional LED units, so owners can add working headlights and taillights for extra realism. Those LEDs aren’t included in the box, but the option is there for scale-minded builders.

FZ02L Chassis: Full-Time 4WD, Low Fuss

Underneath, the FZ02L chassis is a full-time shaft-driven 4WD platform designed to deliver predictable handling and dependable traction. A symmetrical layout balances front-to-rear suspension behavior, while oil-filled shocks and optimized geometry aim to keep cornering precise and comfortable. Power travels through front and rear gear differentials to a slipper clutch, smoothing out acceleration and protecting the drivetrain.

The package is loaded with maintenance-friendly details: full ball bearings throughout the drivetrain reduce friction, and sealed differentials and transmission are meant to hold up even on dusty parking-lot surfaces. Large dogbones and durable cup joints improve reliability under stress, and the reinforced nylon chassis uses strategic ribbing to increase rigidity without adding bulk. A waterproof KS202W steering servo handles steering duties.

Kyosho specifies a G14L brushed motor and a 6.54:1 gear ratio for this version. The car measures 507mm long, 210mm wide (body width excluding mirrors), 128mm tall, with a 274mm wheelbase and a front/rear tread of 167mm. Curb weight is approximately 1,800g without a battery.

ReadySet Contents and Shopping List

This is a true ReadySet, so the chassis arrives with radio gear installed and the body is factory-finished with its color scheme and decals applied. What’s in the box:

• Completed FZ02L chassis with R/C system installed
• Pre-painted 1970 Dodge Charger body
• Syncro KT-231P+ transmitter
• Hexagonal wrench, spanner, and setting-change parts

To get running, you’ll need to supply four AA batteries for the transmitter, a chassis battery, a charger, and basic tools. Kyosho recommends a 7.2V Ni-MH pack for the chassis, while the spec sheet also lists 2S LiPo as a power source. The company points to its SPEED HOUSE 7.2V Ni-MH batteries (models 71322B and 71324B) and the C-02B AC Peak Charger as compatible options.

Pricing and Fazer Mk2 Family Context

The new blue Charger is listed as part number 34475T1 at $269.99. It joins a wide Fazer Mk2 catalog that already includes the 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429, the 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL, and even a brushless “Supercharged VE” version of the same 1970 Dodge Charger body for drivers who want more speed.

Kyosho’s product page for the blue Charger is live now, with the full kit contents, specifications, and recommended accessory list available for anyone ready to add a piece of muscle-car history to their RC stable.

Shark RC Bodies is giving dirt oval racers a new shape to paint. The company has introduced the Shockwave, a wagon-style street stock clear body that starts at $56.99 and is available through SharkBodies.com.

The Shockwave is sold as a decked body with the roof as a separate add-on. The roof combo is designed to pair with any of Shark’s decked buggy street stock bodies — the Camaro, Challenger, Mustang, or Caddy. Buyers choose the base body they want and then add the roof as part of the combo.

What’s included

Shark ships the Shockwave clear and unpainted. The package includes a paint film mask, window paint masks, a headlight decal kit, and a rear spoiler with hardware.

A wagon that came from requests

Shark calls the Shockwave its version of a wagon street stock. The body grew out of requests for a wagon, according to the company, which says it “finally brought it forward.” The result, in Shark’s words, “is a little different offering.”

A wider street stock family

The wagon style expands Shark’s existing street stock lineup. The company already offers dirt oval-flavored shells such as the Zero Street Camry and the Six Pack.

The Zero Street Camry, sold through White Rose Hobbies, is a 12-inch streetstock clear body kit for short course trucks. Shark says the design is based on dirt oval streetstocks where the nose, hood, and roof remain stock-appearing while the sides are flat “like a sheetmetal door.” The kit includes a clear body with rear spoiler/wing, stainless hardware, and a headlight/grill decal set. Shark also describes the Zero as a body built for turn-in, with a detailed nose and hood, a shorter deck that frees up the rear, and behavior that makes it “great on tacky clay.” The shell uses .060 material, which Shark says is thicker and should help the body last longer than other manufacturers’ thinner lexan.

The Six Pack takes the same street stock idea to short course trucks. It fits the Slash and other short course trucks from companies such as Associated and Losi. Shark says the body has a slightly leaned-back nose and lower hood and roof line to cut through the air, plus wheel wells that simplify mounting and body location. The wheel-well ridge can be left in place for a flared-out look or cut off completely. The body ships with a spoiler, decal, and hardware.

Beyond the bodies

Shark’s catalog extends beyond street stock shells. Its website highlights drag bodies, Slash street stock, 1/10 buggy, late model, SR10, 1RC, accessories, and apparel. The shop-all page gives a look at the current range, and the same $56.99 price point appears on existing listings such as the Reef Shark, Tiger Shark, and Land Shark. The catalog also includes spoilers, mounting kits/bumpers, roll bars, and decals.

Shark also ties its products to the dirt oval scene. The site carries an “RC Chili Bowl Approved” badge, and retailers such as GoFast Hobbies group Shark’s bodies under categories including drag, late model, SR10, and Slash street stock. The company says it is always looking for new dealers, inviting interested shops to contact it about dealer deals and programs.

Availability

The Shockwave clear body is available now, starting at $56.99. Buyers can order through SharkBodies.com and select which decked buggy street stock body they want to pair with the roof. The body arrives clear with a paint film mask, window paint masks, a headlight decal kit, and rear spoiler hardware.

MotorHelix has announced another Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR replica, this time as a race-version model wearing the Monte Carlo #1 livery. The announcement, reported by die-cast news outlet Die Cast Society, also confirms the production cap: just 599 pieces worldwide. Delivery is targeted for late October 2026. The product number for the new edition is not confirmed yet; the announcement lists Product# TBD.

A 599-Piece Worldwide Run

The limited run is the biggest detail in the announcement. MotorHelix is producing 599 examples of the Monte Carlo #1 car for the global market. According to the initial report, the photos and the company’s short history of solid efforts make this one likely to land on many collectors’ priority lists.

Monte Carlo Livery, Race-Version Treatment

MotorHelix is framing the replica as the race version of the Evolution IV GSR. The Monte Carlo #1 livery is the main visual hook, giving the model a competition-style presentation. The product number is still listed as TBD, so the final order code has not been published yet.

Pre-Order Via Sponsor Retailers

Buyers who want to reserve one are being directed to the announcement site’s sponsor retailers. The pre-order channel is through those sponsors, and deliveries are planned for late October 2026. The announcement points interested collectors to those sponsors to place an order.

Other Evolution IV GSR Versions

The Monte Carlo model is one of several Evolution IV GSR products on MotorHelix’s site. The company lists a 1:18 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR Bonnet Rally Lamp Pod and a 1:64 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV GSR 1997 Finland Rally Winner. The 1:18 version is built around the same car but with a bonnet rally lamp pod, while the 1:64 version references the 1997 Finland Rally Winner. Those listings show the Evolution IV GSR platform being covered in both scales with different competition and accessory themes.

The Company Behind the Model

MotorHelix is based in Shenzhen, China. Product copy from the company describes Shenzhen as a city known for innovation and precision manufacturing, and it says MotorHelix creates 1:18 and 1:64 scale models. The same copy describes the brand’s approach as combining advanced technology with a passion for automotive excellence. It also says each piece embodies the brand’s dedication to detail, quality, and artistry for collectors worldwide.

A Wider 1:18 Catalog

MotorHelix’s catalog is already substantial at 1:18 scale. A retailer page dedicated to MotorHelix lists 28 items in that category. The entries include a Honda Civic Type R (EK9) J’s Racing, Honda Civic Type R (FL5) Ultimate Edition and HKS Livery versions, Honda S2000 models with MUGEN and J’s Racing treatments, a Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 customized version, a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI, and an Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm in Red Italy Livery #69. The same page also shows deposit-based pre-orders for some upcoming Honda S2000 J’s Racing releases. The new Evolution IV GSR Monte Carlo edition sits within a catalog that already includes several Japanese performance-inspired replicas.

Delivery Target

For now, the essential facts are straightforward: the Monte Carlo #1 Evolution IV GSR is limited to 599 pieces worldwide, pre-orders go through sponsor retailers, delivery is set for late October 2026, and the product number remains TBD.