Category: Vintage

If you’re into vintage RC buggies, the Nikko Dictator 2 is a real throwback gem. Introduced around 1987 by Nikko, this 1 / 10‐scale 4WD buggy stood out in its day for offering what looked like “hobby-grade” features in a ready-to-run package. The original “Dictator” series from Nikko started earlier in the mid-’80s, and by […]

There’s a special kind of hush that falls over a hobby when a legend comes back. The RC10 Classic Collectors Edition 2WD isn’t just another model on the shelf; it’s a deliberate wink to the dirt-choked days of early off-road racing — the era of blue anodised parts, punched-out chassis plates and the satisfying clack […]

The BD7 line evolved into the Yokomo BD8, BD9, and currently the BD11 and BD12 platforms. Even though the BD7 is now considered a vintage racing chassis in elite competition, it remains highly respected and still raced by enthusiasts in club-level and vintage-class races. Below shows a Yokomo BD7 with a Kyosho shell.

If you were part of the RC scene in the early 1980s, the Tamiya Frog probably needs no introduction. Released in 1983, this 1/10-scale electric buggy quickly became a landmark model in off-road RC racing. It wasn’t just another toy—it was one of the first widely accessible RWD buggies, combining durability, performance, and that unmistakable […]

The Tamiya GB-01 chassis is a compact, 1/10 scale off-road platform originally designed for the Tamiya TamTech-Gear series, most famously used in the TamTech-Gear Frog. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the GB-01 was Tamiya’s attempt to revive the spirit of classic RC buggies like the Frog, Hornet, and Grasshopper in a smaller, more modern and agile […]

Man, seeing the Dog Fighter 834B come back in a re-release is like stepping into a time machine. Back in the mid-80s, this buggy was the car to have if you were serious about racing. It was exotic, chain-driven, and just looked mean sitting on the grid. For a lot of us, it was the […]

Although intended as a mass-market RC rather than hobby-grade, the Big Dictator impresses with its fully proportional digital radio control, front and rear differentials, and functional suspension with shock absorbers—all uncommon for its time and price range . This combination of features set it apart from other toy-grade models and even rivalled entry-level hobby buggies. […]

When we talk about RC racing history, certain cars come up again and again, and the Yokomo 870C is one of them. Released in the late 1980s, this 4WD off-road buggy wasn’t just another kit—it was a statement. It marked the moment Yokomo firmly planted itself in the world of competitive RC racing, and even […]

Due to its historic significance, the Yokomo 834B is highly sought after by vintage RC collectors. Original kits are rare, and even restored models are valuable, as they represent the early days of competitive RC off-road racing. Yokomo later released a reissue version in limited numbers, keeping its classic design while improving some components for […]

Vintaage RWD with loads of metal parts and a bottle of samper oil at the rear end. The Tamiya Fighting Buggy, originally released in 1982 as the Super Champ, is a 1/10 scale 2WD off-road RC buggy that has garnered a dedicated following among RC enthusiasts. In 2014, Tamiya re-released this classic model, retaining its […]