PLUS: Maximum fun from Flyzone™! Hot new releases from Traxxas
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PLUS: Maximum fun from Flyzone™! Hot new releases from Traxxas
G R E AT P L A N E S M O D E L D I S T R I B U T O R S RADIO CONTROL • APRIL 2010 ™ 51 inch hull with Zenoah® gas burning power! ™ PLUS: Maximum fun from Flyzone™! Pages 2-3 Hot new releases from Traxxas®. Pages 6-9 More on the MonoKote® Covering Contest. Page 22 Click for Radio Control Copyright 2010 Hobbico® 2003271 G R E AT P L A N E S M O D E L D I S T R I B U T O R S GENERAL HOBBY • APRIL 2010 Page 3 PLUS: Must-Have Entry Level R/C Fun! Pages 12-13 Revell® 1/25 66’ Chevy SS 396 Hardtop Get started with Estes® Launch Sets. Pages 14-15 Kites and Gliders for kids of all ages. Pages 16-17 Click for General Hobby w w w.g p d ealer.c o m NEWP R ODU CT IT’S EVERYTHING YOU ™ HCAA2511 SkyFly Max EP RTF Wingspan: 47 in (1195 mm) 2 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 NE W P R O D UCT w w w.g p d ealer.c o m WANT IN A TRAINER! A modern 4-channel RTF trainer with more capability, and designed with the aspiring pilot in mind ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ A new Tactic™ 2.4GHz radio — precise 4-channel control, including ailerons Brushless motor and LiPo battery — more power and performance From om the Experts: Not only does the SkyFly Max RTF have a fresher llook, it also boasts the latest technology that pilots have come to expect: a 2.4GHz radio, brushless motor and LiPo battery. Durable, lightweight AeroCell foam construction lets beginners fly with confidence, while intermediates will appreciate the SkyFly Max’s performance — especially the four-channel system that allows for true aileron control and a wider flight envelope. AeroCell™ foam construction — rugged, while easy to repair Comes complete with a charger and 4 “AA” batteries for the transmitter Long story short... ® The SkyFly Max is the most advanced Flyzone RTF ever, with features that set it apart from other Ready-To-Fly trainers. www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 3 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m NEWP R ODU CT PURE PERFORMANCE THAT’S BIG, ™ ™ ™ AQUB41** Rio 51Z Gas RTR Hull Length: 51.5 in (1300 mm) Overall Length: 57 in (1450 mm) Beam: 13.5 in (340 mm) 4 April 2010 ❘ TTX240 2.4GHz Spread Spectrum Radio System Enjoy precise, reliable, interference-free control — plus the convenience of no crystals. Tech Support 217-398-8970 NE W P R O D UCT w w w.g p d ealer.c o m BOLD AND GAS-POWERED! ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Dominate the water with AquaCraft’s most aggressive offshore racer yet! Anodized aluminum and polished stainless steel GrimRacer™ hardware complements the Rio 51Z’s premium performance with gleaming good looks An oil tank automatically lubricates the 1/4” flex cable drive system for maximum efficiency 20 minutes of run time per tank! From the Experts: ® Zenoah G26 Marine Gas Engine It’s R/C’s #1 marine gas engine! Use the pull start or the time-saving GrimRacer starting belt that’s also included. Zenoah is a registered trademark of HUSQVARNA ZENOAH CO. LTD. CORPORATION of Japan. Also available separately. No other boat model has everything that the Rio 51Z has going for it! With its awesome dimensions, the power, ease and fuel economy of a Zenoah gasoline engine, high-performance hardware and a state-ofthe-art 2.4GHz radio system, this is the model that serious boaters have been waiting for! Long story short... The gasoline-powered Rio 51Z blows other boats right out of the water with its impressive size, sharp looks, speed and handling. ZENG0260 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 5 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m NEWP R ODU CT CUTTING-EDGE CONTROL FOR R/C’S PREMIER VEHICLES! TQ™ 2.4GHz High-Output Programmable Radio System with Traxxas Link™ If you thought the Bandit VXL, Stampede VXL, Rustler VXL, Nitro Rustler, T-Maxx 3.3 and E-Revo VXL models were already extraordinary, wait’ll you drive them with Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz radio system! Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and patent-pending Traxxas Link automatic model recognition* means you can turn on your transmitter and drive worry-free — without crystals and frequency conflicts, and without having to juggle transmitters or scroll through complex menus. Boxed radio system features: ❚ Includes Traxxas Link-enabled High Output 2.4GHz transmitter with 5-channel receiver ❚ Exclusive Traxxas Link automatic model recognition ❚ High Output signal for maximum range ❚ 2.4GHz Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) clarity and control ❚ Fully adjustable steering and throttle expo, endpoints and subtrim, plus steering and brake dual rates ❚ Programmable Multi-Function knob ❚ Integrated fail-safe security ❚ Ultra-fast 13ms frame rate and 4-17ms latency for instant response ❚ 4-channel system available *Most models TRAJ2208 TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio w/Traxxas Link 4-Ch Tx w/5-Ch Rx TRAJ2209 TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio w/Traxxas Link 2-Ch Tx w/5-Ch Rx TQ™ 2.4GHz High-Output Transmitter (Transmitter only) ❚ Cross-bind up to 20 Traxxas Link-enabled transmitters and receivers for worry-free model management — just switch on and drive! TRAL2238 TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio w/Traxxas Link 2-Channel Tx Only TRAL2239 TQ 2.4GHz High-Output Radio w/Traxxas Link 4-Channel Tx Only 2.4GHz Traxxas Link 5-Channel Receiver ❚ Micro-size for easy installation in any vehicle, purchase extras to install in all your models! ❚ Two steering inputs for dual-servo vehicles — no Y-harness required ❚ Traxxas Link-enabled for use with all new Traxxas 2.4GHz transmitters TRAL2218 2.4GHz Traxxas Link Receiver 5-Channel Rx Only TQ 2.4GHz Standard Version Radio (Transmitter only) ❚ Replacement transmitters for Summit and Slash™ models that include the standard version of the radio system (without Traxxas link) 5-Channel Receiver TRAL2218 TRAL2242 TQ 2.4GHz Standard Version Radio 2-Channel Tx Only TRAL2244 TQ 2.4GHz Standard Version Radio 4-Channel Tx Only 6 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 NE W P R O D UCT They’re the same popular Ready-To-Race® off-roaders known for great value, high performance and exceptional durability — and now they come equipped with High Output 2.4GHz radios boasting Direct Sequence Spread-Spectrum (DSSS) technology. Not only will you enjoy more responsive control and more programming options, you can forget about crystals and frequency conflicts. Choose your favorite ride, and get ready to rock! These VXL machines all have: ❚ Velineon™ extreme brushless power systems with 3500 brushless motor and VXL-3 ESC w w w.g p d ealer.c o m VXL MODELS...NOW FEATURING TQ™ 2.4GHZ RADIO SYSTEMS WITH TRAXXAS LINK™! ❚ Waterproof electronics for all-weather driving excitement ❚ Power Cell 8.4V 3000mAh NiMH battery pack and charger included* *Top speeds achieved with optional 8000mAh 3S LiPo battery. Top Speed: mph! 70+ The buggy that steals first place with blazing speeds! ❚ Black-chrome 2.2” Tracer™ wheels and Alias™ tires TRAD13** Includes 7-cell battery and charger! The monster truck designed for extreme ground-pounding! ❚ Black-chrome All-Star™ wheels and Talon™ tires TRAD14** Top Speed: mph! IIncludes l d 7-cell battery and charger! 65+ The stadium truck that blows away the competition! ❚ Black-chrome All-Star™ wheels and Alias™ tires TRAD15** Top Speed: mph! 70+ IIncludes l d 7-cell battery and charger! Products for everyone! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 7 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m NEWP R ODU CT NITRO POWER...WITH THE CLARITY AND CONTROL OF A 2.4GHZ RADIO! ❚ TQ™ 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver with Traxxas Link™ ❚ Ready-To-Race®, with included fuel bottle, EZ-Start® battery, charger and more ❚ Equipped with a powerful TRX® 2.5 racing engine ❚ Alias™ 2.8” tires with foam inserts pre-glued on mirror-chrome Twin-Spoke™ wheels ❚ Capable of speeds in excess of 50 mph! Includes 7-cell battery and charger! TRAD16** ❚ TQ™ 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver with Traxxas Link™ ❚ Ready-to-race, with included fuel bottle, EZ-Start® battery, charger and more. ❚ TRX® 3.3 racing engine with EZ-Start® ❚ Polished Resonator™ dyno-tuned dual-chamber pipe ❚ Revo®-Spec two-speed auto-shifting transmission ❚ Aggressive 6.3” Maxx®-sized all-terrain tires mounted on 3.8” mirror-chrome Hurricane™ wheels ❚ Sealed, tunable Revo®-Spec front and rear differentials ❚ High-torque digital, ball bearing servo ❚ Heavy-duty servo saver and bellcrank steering system TRAD17** Includes 7-cell battery and charger! E-REVO INNOVATION IN 1/16 SCALE, WITH 2.4GHZ PRECISION! ❚ TQ™ 2.4GHz transmitter and receiver with Traxxas Link™ ❚ Powered by a Velineon™ 380 brushless motor — the largest in its class — and featuring the VXL-3m speed control ❚ Ready-To-Race®, with a Power Cell 7.2V NiMH battery and charger included ❚ Adjustable Torque-Control™ slipper clutch ❚ Adjustable, oil-filled GTR™ shocks ❚ 30+ mph out of the box...50+ mph all out! Includes 7-cell battery TRAD18** and charger! 8 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 Tech Te NE W P R O D UCT Named “Truck of the Year” w w w.g p d ealer.c o m #1 SHORT-COURSE RACE TRUCK AND EXTREME TERRAIN MONSTER TRUCK NOW WITH 2.4GHZ SYSTEMS! by R/C Car Action magazine and “Best Electric Short CourseTruck” in RC Driver’s “Voice Your Choice” awards! ❚ TQ™ 2.4GHz 4-channel transmitter with 5-channel receiver and XL-5 ESC ❚ Waterproof electronics allow you to take on water, mud and snow Includes 7-cell battery and charger! ❚ Brushless-ready metal gear transmission ❚ Revo®-Spec Torque Control™ slipper clutch ❚ Adjustable steel turnbuckles with captured rod ends ❚ Licensed BF Goodrich® Mud-Terrain™ T/A® tires mounted on beadlock SCT wheels ❚ Fully assembled and Ready-To-Race®! TRAD19** (Includes standard TQ 2.4GHz tranmitter that is not equipped with Traxxas link) ❚ The awesome off-roader that’s virtually unstoppable! ❚ TQ™ 2.4GHz 4-channel transmitter with 5-channel receiver and EVX-2 ESC ❚ Innovative T-Lock™ transmitter operated remote locking diffs Includes 7-cell battery and charger! ❚ Transmitter-operated High-Low transmission ❚ 10-LED lighting system allows for nighttime driving ❚ ExoCage™ body adds realistic looks and functional protection ❚ 3.8” Geode™ wheels with aluminum 17 mm hex hubs, mounted on massive 7” Canyon AT™ extreme-terrain tires TRAD21** (Includes standard TQ 2.4GHz tranmitter that is not equipped with Traxxas link) Products for everyone! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 9 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m ww NEWP R ODU CT THE EASY-FLYING FOAM MODEL WITH CLASSIC WARBIRD STYLING ❚ ❚ ❚ A replica of the 1930s RAF military trainer, a very popular design Assembles easily and flies smoothly, both indoors and outside in calm conditions Most small foam models use taped hinges, but the ElectriFly Tiger Moth has live hinges on the elevator and rudder, and ribbing molded into the Pro-Formance™ foam. Besides a realistic cowl, this Tiger Moth features a cockpit with pilot figures, instrument panels and pre-installed windshields From the Experts: GPMA1134 Tiger Moth EP ARF Wingspan: 30 in (760 mm) ™ ® ® 10 April 2010 ❘ Considering how easy and inexpensive it is to get flight-ready, this Tiger Moth boasts a very sport-scale appearance. Very few slow flyers have the amount of detail that this ARF has, and the Tiger Moth is widely recognized among pilots. Add to that its steady, predictable flight and indoor/outdoor versatility and you’ve got a foam model that really stands out! Long story short... ElectriFly’s Tiger Moth EP ARF surpasses other indoor foam models in sport-scale realism — and is a joy to fly as well! NE W P R O D UCT The new standard in high-performance airplane propellers NEW VENDOR ❚ Quality props for sport pilots that are affordably priced! ❚ Precision balanced during every stage of production ❚ Leading edge pitch angle that’s certified to conform to model airplane standards w w w.g p d ealer.c o m XOAR™ PROPS ❚ Processed from hub to tip to minimize air resistance and increase stability ❚ Only carefully selected highest-grade German beechwood is used To see the complete selection of Xoar props, visit GPDealer.com Long story short... The engineers at Xoar have dedicated themselves to producing the finest propellers for R/C aircraft you can buy! AXIAL® SCX10™ 4WD RTR w/TRAIL HONCHO™ BODY A Trail Ready™ truggy for taking on the toughest terrain! ❚ Realistic features include a steel C-channel ladder frame, molded cage and front bumper with aluminum skid plates ❚ Electric power means easy, clean and quiet operation, both indoors and outdoors ❚ Performance is enhanced by a metal gear servo, coil-over shocks, slipper clutch and Pro-Line® Flat Iron tires with memory foam mounted on beadlock wheels ❚ Comes preassembled with 27T motor and durable ESC — just add batteries and start blazing trails! AXID16** SCX10 4WD RTR w/Trail Honcho Body Long story short... The SCX10 combines the look of a truggy with the crawling capability of an AX10 Scorpion™ — topped off with a scale-looking Trail Honcho body! Products for everyone! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 11 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m NEWP R ODU CT TAMIYA BMW M3 E30 SPORT EVO DRIFT SPEC TT-01E KIT A classic Beemer, equipped with new on-road attitude! ❚ Based on the lightweight, user-friendly TT-01D Type-E chassis ❚ The bathtub chassis features 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension and sealed front and rear diff gearboxes ❚ Drift-spec modifications include special suspension tuning, RS-540 sport-tuned motor, aluminum heat sink, CVA mini shock dampers and adjustable upper arms ❚ Super Driftech tires made with a special resin and rubber compound are mounted on BBS silver wheels TAMC1051 BMW M3 E30 Sport Evo Drift Spec TT-01E Kit Long story short... With this specially outfitted BMW kit you’ll slide into turns with style! TAMIYA HONDA S800 RACING M-05 CHASSIS KIT Replicates the original sports car from 1965! ❚ Monocoque frame features a layout that optimizes weight distribution and lowers the car’s center of gravity ❚ 3-piece tie-rod steering linkage offers sharp cornering performance ❚ A polycarbonate S800 with decal sheet mounts on the M-05 chassis TAMC1054 Honda S800 Racing M-05 Chassis Kit Long story short... Own a detailed piece of Honda automotive history that you can drive AND display! 12 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 An awesome off-road design for big buggies! ❚ New carcass design features stiffer sidewalls for better cornering ❚ 3 internal radial ribs provide more stability when used with softer AKA compounds ❚ Large cross cut lugs boost tread life, while digging into the harshest conditions ❚ In Medium, Soft and Super Soft compounds — with or without inserts AKAC1504 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Medium AKAC1506 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Medium (Tires Only) AKAC1509 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Soft (Tires Only) AKAC1512 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Super Soft (Tires Only) AKAC1504 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Medium AKAC1507 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Soft AKAC1510 Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tire-Super Soft w w w.g p d ealer.c o m AKA Enduro 1/8 Buggy Tires AKA 1/8 Wheel Adapters for HPI Blitz & Traxxas® Slash Improve handling AND expand tire selection for your Blitz or Slash! ❚ Made of hard-anodized 7075 aluminum ❚ Installation is quick and easy, with zero modifications required ❚ AKA “SureGrip” nuts keep wheels attached securely to the hubs ❚ Complete sets include 4 each of wheel adapters, 17 mm wheel nuts and adapter nuts; also available: a 4-piece Wheel Adapter Fastener Set for both vehicles AKAC9309 1/8 Wheel Adapter Set HPI Blitz AKAC9310 1/8 Wheel Adapter Set Traxxas Slash 4x4 AKAC9311 1/8 Wheel Adapter Fastener Set Blitz/Slash 4x4 Associated LRP SXX Stock-Spec Brushless Speed Control World Championship ESC technology comes to stock racing! ❚ Dual ADPC Max software allows for independent adjustment of “Feel” and “Boost” for maximum flexibility ❚ Internal Temp Check System monitors the temperature for both the speed control and motor ASCM0910 LRP SXX Stock-Spec Brushless Speed Control ❚ Other features include twin BEC, fully adjustable cutoff and C3 technology DuraTrax® LiPo 7.4V 4000mAh 25C Car/Truck Stick Pack-TRA Connector Ideal for any 6-cell sub-C NiMH application that’s LiPo compatible and requires a Traxxas® plug DTXC1815 LiPo 7.4V 4000mAh 25C Car/Truck Stick Pack-TRA Connector ❚ High capacity and high discharge current, in a pack that’s nearly half the weight of an equivalent size NiMH battery ❚ Wired for balancing ❚ Protected by a hardened ABS case DuraTrax® Tires for the DX450 Motorcycle High-performance tires for DuraTrax’s big, rugged 2-wheeler! ❚ Equip your DX450 with the right tires for different racing conditions ❚ Slicks work best for on-road surfaces such as asphalt, pavement and concrete DTXC4647 Tire Front Dirt/ Oval DX450 DTXC4648 Tire Rear Dirt/ Oval DX450 Products for everyone! ❚ Dirt/Oval tires with “chocolate” square-tread pattern provide exceptional traction for off-road “track” conditions DTXC4645 Tire Front Slick DX450 DTXC4646 Tire Rear Slick DX450 DTXC4647 Tire Front Dirt/Oval DX450 DTXC4648 Tire Rear Dirt/Oval DX450 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 13 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Futaba® Fleece Jackets Show your Futaba loyalty with style — and comfort! ❚ Made of high-quality fleece material to provide warmth without weight ❚ Features a Futaba logo on the front left side and a FASST® logo on the back right shoulder ❚ Available in black and orange, in sizes from XS to 6XL — visit futaba-rc.com/store/index for the complete selection Hitec HS-7980TH & HS-7990TH Titanium Gear High-Torque Servos “Monster Torque” servos for models requiring mega-muscle! ❚ Hitec’s strongest servos, with indestructible titanium gears HRCM7980 HS-7980TH Titanium Gear High-Torque Servo ❚ Features high-resolution G2.5 12-bit generation programmable digital circuitry ❚ Also includes a 7.4V optimized coreless motor and integrated heat sink case ❚ Designed to operate on a 2-cell LiPo pack ❚ Ideal for giant scale aircraft, fast power boats, buggies, truggies and monster trucks — any model that can use 600+ ounces of torque per inch ❚ HS-7990TH also features an ultra-precise high resolution magnetic encoder HRCM7990 HS-7990TH Titanium Gear High-Torque Servo JConcepts Illuzion Slash 4x4 Over Tray Keeps dirt and debris from building up inside the Slash 4x4 chassis! ❚ Improves performance by preventing loam and top soil from adding unwanted excess weight ❚ Made of durable clear polycarbonate that can be painted or wrapped ❚ Fits snugly over the chassis’ outside dimensions with screws in front and an easy-access body clip in the rear JCOC2058 Illuzion Slash 4x4 Over Tray ❚ Plenty of clearance for various battery and electronics configurations Ofna 1/8 Dirt Oval Electric The first Ofna model designed specifically for dirt oval racing! ❚ Included 15 mm hubs allow you to offset the wheels to boost oval track performance ❚ Front and rear pivot ball suspension and 13 mm adjustable shocks deliver excellent handling ❚ 80% preassembled — in no time you’ll be flingin’ dirt and taking the checkered flag! 14 April 2010 ❘ OFNC3434 1/8 Dirt Oval Electric Tech Support 217-398-8970 The popular VR3T — with the advantages of spread spectrum technology! VNRL8181 VR3T 2.4GHz 3-Channel Transmitter - World VNRL8183 VR3T 2.4GHz 3-Channel Receiver VNRL8184 2.4GHz 2-Channel Transmitter ❚ Retains many of the VR3T’s great features, while adding the stability and reliability of 2.4GHz ❚ Among its many amenities is programmable steering dual rate, 16 model memory, steering/throttle curve and end point adjustment ❚ Coupled with the VR3T 3-channel 2.4GHz receiver, this is the premier surface system! w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Venom™ VR3T 2.4GHz Radio System Venom™ 2.4GHz Digital Proportional System An excellent beginner’s radio with 2.4GHz! ❚ 2.4GHz security provides interference-free control that FM and AM radios can’t match ❚ Features servo reversing for both channels, plus adjustable steering dual rate VNRL8185 2.4GHz 3-Channel Receiver ❚ Includes a USB Link cable to download and play the Virtual RC racing simulator Venom™ 50C LiPo Packs A real power boost for almost any R/C application! ❚ Thoroughly tested and rated at a continuous 50C, and capable of 10-second bursts at 100C ❚ VNRC5030-5032 come with Venom’s patent pending Universal Plug System™, with hard cases that stand up to the rigors of on- and off-road racing ❚ VNRC5040-5048 packs range in capacity from 2500mAh to 5000mAh — ideal for airplanes, helis and boats Visit GPDealer.com for the complete listing of Venom 50C LiPo packs. Venom™ LiPo Packs High-powered batteries for today’s high-power systems! ❚ True C burst ratings mean these packs deliver the goods when you need it! ❚ A wide range of capacities to power everything from micro-size R/C cars to giant scale airplanes ❚ VNRC5027-5029 and 5086-5087 feature a durable hard case; VNRC5088-5089 are arranged in a saddle pack configuration Visit GPDealer.com for the complete listing of Venom LiPo packs. Venom™ King of Shaves® P1 35” Brushless RTR Boat An officially licensed replica of the championship-winning P1 power boat! ❚ The scale stepped fiberglass composite deep vee hull cuts effortlessly through the water ❚ A Venom V500 brushless marine motor and 60A Pro Marine brushless speed control power a glass-filled prop through a CNC machined aluminum drive VNRB1816 King of Shaves P1 35” Brushless RTR Boat Products for everyone! ❚ The top hatch secures with a pin and Neodymium magnets www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 15 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Venom™ Miss Excite Hydroplane 24” Brushless RTR Boat The fastest and easiest way to get into hydroplane boat racing! ❚ Designed for optimum performance, with a scale flat-bottom fiberglass composite pickle-fork hull ❚ The glass-filled nylon prop is turned by a Venom V500 brushless marine motor and 60A Pro Marine ESC through a CNC machined aluminum drive system ❚ An integrated aluminum turning vane keeps the Miss Excite planted during high-speed turns VNRB1817 Miss Excite Hydroplane 24” Brushless RTR Boat Venom™ 1/4 Scale VMX 450 RTR Dirt Bike Become a backyard Supercross hero with this impressive two-wheeler! ❚ A patent pending gyro in the rear wheel enables the VMX 450 to stay upright at slow speeds ❚ Full-function off-road motorcycle tires feature Venom’s proprietary Beadlox and Griplox wheel and tire system ❚ Mechanical Traction Control System adjusts traction control to adapt to different surface conditions ❚ Controlled by a fully programmable VR3T 3-channel 2.4GHz radio system VNRC0400 1/4 Scale VMX 450 RTR Dirt Bike Venom™ SCX 2WD Short Course RTR Racing Truck Designed from the ground up for superior short course performance! ❚ Revolutionary MORdrive™ system lets you adjust the rear tranny’s CG from mid-motor to rear motor on the fly ❚ The VCD Captured Pin System replaces the micro set screw in the drive train with a CNC machined aluminum retainer, for smoother acceleration and braking ❚ Fully adjustable racing suspension geometry with multiple shock positions and adjustable camber, toe, ride height and weight bias ❚ Battery compartment accommodates 6-, 7- and 8-cell NiMH and 2-3 cell LiPo packs VNRC8500 SCX 2WD Short Course RTR Racing Truck Venom™ Creeper Safari RTR Rock Crawler Ideal for the first-time crawling enthusiast! ❚ All of the performance features of the original Creeper kit — now in a Ready-To-Run version with a new Safari body! ❚ Includes a preinstalled DIG unit and powered by a 35T 550 brushed motor ❚ Beadlox™ 2.2” crawling wheels are mounted on Ridge Line™ 2.2” competition crawler tires ❚ New mounting posts let you mount almost any body VNRC8420 Creeper Safari RTR Rock Crawler Venom™ GPV-1 Motorcycle Pro Kit Features factory hop-ups as standard equipment! ❚ Performance upgrades from the RTR include a carbon fiber race chassis, alloy forks with preload adjustment, front disk brake, 6-spoke wheels and more ❚ The innovative Mechanical Traction Control System lets you shift the hinge pin placement without changing the wheelbase ❚ Comes with a clear GPV-1 body and rider figure 16 April 2010 ❘ VNRC9100 GPV-1 Motorcycle Pro Kit Tech Support 217-398-8970 A $99-$129 VALUE HURRY... w w w.g p d ealer.c o m BUY A SELECT FUTABA FASST 2.4GHZ RADIO SYSTEM...AND GET A 2ND RECEIVER FOR ONLY $10 MORE! THIS OFFER ENDS APRIL 30, 2010! It’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade to the precision and security of spread spectrum technology! No other 2.4GHz radios can compare with Futaba’s FASST systems for quality, dependability and performance — and now you can SAVE BIG at the same time*! *Limit one $10 receiver per system purchased. No paperwork, nothing to send in...just add a 2nd receiver for $10 to your purchase of a qualifying 2.4GHz FASST system by April 30, 2010 — it’s that easy! Car, truck and boat modelers: get a 2nd R603FS for $10 when you buy either of these systems: Airplane and heli pilots: get a 2nd R617FS for $10 when you buy any of these radios: 14MZ 3PK 12FG 12Z 4PK 7C 8FG 10C ™ ® www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 17 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m MAKE YOUR Z01 KIT With technical features that could only come from the innovative mind of Steve O’Donnell, the Z01-B buggy and Z01-T truggy are serious competitors in every sense. So as you prepare for the upcoming racing season, be sure to equip these super models with completer items, hop-ups and trackside accessories that are also all about winning...from respected manufacturers such as O.S.®, Futaba®, DuraTrax® and Muchmore™ Racing! ™ 1/8 4WD Nitro Competition Buggy Kit The ideal engine and tires for the Z01-B ODOG5010 ODOG8000 PROC8035 O’Donnell Super Sport .21 Off-Road Engine O’Donnell R2 Tuned Pipe Pro-Line® 1/8 Off-Road Cali VRT M2 Tire-Mounted White ODOC0102 Z01-B Buggy ™ 1/8 4WD Nitro Competition Truggy Kit The premier power plant and tires for the Z01-T OSMG2080 OSMG2969 PROC1155 O.S. 25XZ(P) Truggy Engine O.S.T-2050SC Tuned Pipe Pro-Line Hole Shot M3 on Velocity 3.7” Zero Offset ODOC0125 Z01-T Truggy ® 18 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 The “Gotta Haves” These are the Best-of-the-Best in completer items! DuraTrax NiMH 6.0V 1600mAh Rx Hump Pack Univ. Conn. DTXM2012 The DTX 1600 receiver pack will give you all the voltage needed to power your servo’s and longer run times between charges. Futaba S9351 Digital High Torque Servo FUTM0236 With a great mix of speed and torque, the S9351 is the perfect servo for throttle / brake applications. w w w.g p d ealer.c o m THE BEST IT CAN BE! DuraTrax Pit Tech™ Threadlocker .2oz DTXR2010 The most important thing you can do with your new kit is to threadlock all the nuts and bolts. DuraTrax Onyx™ 220 AC/DC Programmable Charger w/LCD DTXP4220 The 230 is the best all around charger able to handle NiCad, NiMH, LiPo and LiFe batteries. Futaba BLS352 Digital Brushless High Torque Servo FUTM0554 Brushless speed and monster torque make the BLS352 the ultimate steering servo. The “Most Wanted” Elevate your ride’s performance with these quality tools and accessories! DuraTrax Air Filter Oil DTXC2465 Protect your engine and ensure longer life with DuraTrax air filter oil. DuraTrax Rapid Heat Glo-Starter w/charger DTXP3000 Get quick reliable starts every time with the Rapid Heat. O’Donnell TGX-1 Temperature Gauge with Stopwatch ODOP9000 Help protect your engines temperature and tune it to perfection with the TGX1. Muchmore Racing Speed Cleaner 3 Motor Cleaning Spray MMRC3500 Clean up that nitro mess with ease using Speed Cleaner. DuraTrax Kwik-Pit™ Universal Starter Box DTXP5701 The easiest and most reliable way to start your car every time. www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 19 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m COMPETE LIKE A PRO... AND WIN BIG CASH! ® ™ . N I H S A C . N I W . E C RA 1YEAR... 50RACES... 600CHANCES TO WIN CASH! AND OVER Experience what it’s like to be a factory R/C driver at designated races across the country from now till December. Get your model ready, fill ‘er up with O’Donnell fuel and see the difference quality engineering makes! LOTS of ways to win — share in up to $120,000 in cash prizes! ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Finish in the top 6 in the A-Mains at select national and regional races Take 1st place in RC Pro Series A-Mains Earn a bonus for being Top Qualifier Win a ROAR or RC Pro Series national championship Get all the program details, rules and regulations, as well as the race schedule and payout schedule, by visiting odonnellracing.com. Cash Prize Potential was calculated by assuming that there will be a winner for all available prizes, and that all prizes will be won by drivers in the “Non-Sponsored” division. Program participation limited to residents of U.S.A. and Canada. O’Donnell reserves the right to modify, suspend or cancel this program at any time without prior notice. 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Onyx AC/DC Peak Charger Onyx™ Batteries X-Large Field Bag Battery Strap Bearing Set Motor Guard Void where prohibited. Some terms, conditions and restrictions apply, and only while supplies last. Available at participating hobby shops only. Visit duratrax.com for program details, official rules and the downloadable request form. ©2010 Great Planes Model Distributors® www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 21 See all of the latest innovations in R/C aircraft LE SIG N IO Get all the contest details TO ❚ ❚ ❚ K S Besides entering the contest there are lots of other great reasons to attend the show: WE A We’re kicking off the 40th Anniversary MonoKote Covering Contest at the Toledo Weak Signals R/C Expo this month. Enter your plane for a chance to win UP TO $1000 IN R/C MERCHANDISE! AL w w w.g p d ealer.c o m LET THE CONTEST BEGIN — MAY THE BEST MODELERS WIN! H DO O Talk R/C with knowledgeable representatives Visit top-flite.com and click on the “40th Anniversary” button to view the Bill and Bob video! Basic rules: ❚ Two classes to be judged: ARFs and Kits ❚ Models can be any category, any scale, from any manufacturer, with nitro, gas or electric power ❚ Trim schemes must be created using MonoKote coverings and accessories ❚ Submit up to 5 different photographs of your entry by mail or via the internet ❚ Entries will be judged on originality, use of color, craftsmanship and ease of reproduction ❚ The contest will be kicked off at the Weak Signals R/C Expo at Toledo, Ohio in April, 2010 ❚ Entries must be received by midnight, September 15, 2010 ❚ Winners will be announced at the 2010 iHobby Expo in Chicago in October, 2010 ❚ For complete contest rules visit top-flite.com Remember: this contest is not just for kits...but for ARFs too! SIX WAYS TO WIN — WITH $3500 IN PRIZES TO BE AWARDED! 22 April 2010 ❘ ® w w w.g p d ealer.c o m THE BEST R/C ENGINES ARE... Whether it’s flying, racing or boating... O.S. power, performance and dependability are legendary — and with the outdoor R/C season fast approaching, NOW is the time to find out for yourself why O.S. engines are the choice of more and more modelers. Drop one into your car, truck, plane, heli or boat, and see what a difference O.S. quality makes! 55HZ-H Hyper Ring 46AX ABL OSMG1955 OSMG0547 21VZ-B(P) 21 1VZ B(P (P) V V-Spec S e ABC OSMG2068 A HANDY PLUG CADDY - YOURS FREE! Buy any O.S. engine — and get a Plug Caddy AT NO EXTRA CHARGE! Offer good only through April 30, 2010 — don’t miss out! Securely holds up to 12 glow plugs or 4 spark plugs, and protects them from dirt and debris — every modeler needs one! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 23 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m RELIVEElectriFly THEmakes GLORY it easy and Imagine yourself at the controls of a vintage WWI fighter, flying sorties with your friends at the local park. These ElectriFly ARFs for intermediate-level modelers feature the ease of built-up balsa construction — in no time you’ll be engaging in spirited “Dawn Patrol” aerial combat with classic aircraft from Britain, France, Germany and the United States. Plus, they all share the same recommended electronics (sold separately). So buy and build your favorite Allied or Axis “crate”, keep the sun behind you and claim air superiority over the Western Front! The intrepid Scout, favored by R.A.F. pilots McCudden and Bishop Wingspan: 34 in (865 mm) GPMA1140 Flown by the famed French Lafayette Escadrille Wingspan: 36.5 in (927 mm) GPMA1146 The plane of choice for German ace Herman Göring Wingspan: 29.5 in (750 mm) GPMA1142 24 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 ™ ® w w w.g p d ealer.c o m DAYS OF AVIATION fun to be a World War I “ace”! ElectriFlyy takes the gguesswork out of equipping q yyour WWI aircraft! All six models share these quality components (sold separately) Credited with downing more enemy planes than any other Allied fighter Wingspan: 35.5 in (900 mm) GPMA1144 ElectriFly RimFire™ 400 Brushless Motor Dependable power, and virtually maintenance-free GPMG4560 ElectriFly 25A Brushless ESC An ideal match, and very easy to install Piloted by Eddie Rickenbacker, America’s leading ace GPMM1820 Wingspan: 34 in (865 mm) GPMA1143 Futaba® S3114 High-Torque Micro Servo Economical muscle in a compact size FUTM0414 ElectriFly 11.1V Balanced LiPo Packs Choose from 2 different capacities to achieve the flight times you want GPMP0715 1250mAh GPMP0719 1600mAh The triplane forever linked to the Red Baron, Manfred von Richtofen Wingspan: 36 in (915 mm) GPMA1141 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 25 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m MINI BOAT RACING: WHERE THE ONLY THING THAT’S Little Racing is always exhilarating...and mini-sized racing boats let a lot more modelers in on the excitement. With warmer weather just around the corner, why not get you and your friends together to compete with AquaCraft’s lineup of quality-constructed mini racers? Because tooling around on the water is fun...but blazing across the water while racing other boats is the ultimate! Cost AquaCraft’s mini racers are affordable on any modeler’s budget. The fact that they come complete with everything you need in one box adds to the value and simplicity! Assembly Actually, there’s virtually no assembly required with AquaCraft mini racers. Just charge your batteries, install them and start racing! Space With lengths ranging from 15.5” to 17.5”, a small body of water such as a neighborhood or park pond is all you need to stage thrilling boat races. Course Setup Creating a course can be as simple as attaching weights to floating objects to make buoys and establishing a start/finish line. The first to complete a set number of laps wins! 26 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 ™ AquaCraft offers a range of styles for you and your friends to choose from, and quiet electric power means you can run them almost anywhere! ™ An offshore racer with streamlined “superboat” style! Length: 16 in (406 mm) Width: 4.75 in (108 mm)) AQUB15** ™ The look of a classic round nose “thunder boat” hydroplane! Length: 17.5 in (444 mm) Width: 8 in (203 mm) AQUB16** ™ Sleek catamaran looks powered with dual motor drive! Length: 15.5 in (375 mm) Width: 5 in (127 mm) AQUB19** T UR N H ER E FOR GENERAL HOBBY PRODUCTS w w w.g p d ealer.c o m BIG IS THE FUN! It’s like getting DOUBLE the run time, at no extra cost! An added bonus when you purchase a Mini Thunder or Mini Wildcat before April 30, 2010! Get a FREE DuraTrax® 1600mAh NiMH battery pack in addition to the battery pack that’s included with the boat — a $20 retail value! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 27 w w w. revel l . com 1/24 SCALE 1937 FORD® SEDAN Streamlined, stylish and stunning! When it was first announced in 1937, the Ford Sedan was quite stunning in its day, thanks to its streamlined styling. Today, the ’37 Ford dominates the street rod scene, and many classic car buffs think that it’s the ultimate canvas for street rod artists to work their wonders. Kit features a detailed V-8 engine and custom interior, modern street rod wheels, soft black tires, chrome-plated parts, a choice of stock or smooth running boards, plus colorful custom graphics. MONS0884 Total parts: 114 Skill level 2 Length: 7.3 in (184 mm) 1/24 SCALE 1982 CORVETTE The classic “Cross-Fire” coupe! By 1982, the super-sleek Corvette couple had evolved from a boulevard brute into a well-mannered Grand Touring car. The ’82 “Vette” is considered one of the besthandling vehicles of its time. For many, it’s a thoroughbred-caliber classic in the world of high-performance automobiles. Kit features a replica 5.7-liter V-8 engine, an opening hood, a detailed interior and chassis, soft black tires, chrome-plated accessories and decals with stock and custom graphics. MONS0885 Total parts: 34 Skill level 2 Length: 7.7 in (196 mm) 1/48 SCALE B-26 MARAUDER The chief bombardment weapon on the Western Front! Glenn L. Martin aircraft designers created the B-26 Marauder for the U.S. Army Air Corps. Not only did the rugged Marauder function as a strategic bomber, but it also performed countless other duties as well, such as a torpedo plane, as a longrange fighter and as a ground support aircraft. Kit features a revolving gun turret, a positionable tail gun, a choice of open or closed bomb bay doors, a detailed interior and bomb load, multiple marking options and three crew member figures. MONS5529 Total parts: 109 Skill level 2 Length: 14.8 in (375 m Wingspan: 17.8 in (452 mm) 1/8 SCALE THE RED KNIGHT OF VIENNA Ready to joust! The armor featured on the Red Knight is typical of the type used in the mid-15th century for the tilt or for jousting. Every line of this armor was built with function in mind. Each surface was shaped to deflect blows from opponent’s weapons, protecting the wearer. At this time, a huge crest was sometimes attached to the helmet to identify knights and their native origin. Kit features light grey molding, a detailed head, a removable helmet and a display base with historical date. MONS6522 2 Total parts: 49 April 2010 ❘ Skill level 2 Height: 10.6 in (269.2 mm) Tech Support 217-398-8970 Striking looks – first-class performance! The 1966 Impala Super Sport was the flagship of the Chevrolet product line, emphasizing performance as well as good looks. Today, large numbers of Chevy enthusiasts devote endless amounts of time, energy and money to the pursuit of restoring, customizing and collecting these milestone cars. Kit features a highly detailed Turbo-Jet 396 V-8 engine with a standard four-speed transmission, a detailed interior with front bucket seats and center console, full wheel covers with spinners, soft black tires, chromeplated accessories and a choice of stock factory or custom graphics. RMXS4250 Total parts: 122 Skill level 2 w w w. revel l . com 1/25 SCALE CHEVY® SS 396 HARDTOP Length: 8.5 in (216 mm) 1/25 SCALE GMC SYCLONE The can’t-miss, high-performance pickup! Feast your eyes on the GMC Syclone, one of the most outrageous vehicles to roar out of Detroit! Produced in 1991 for a limited time, the Syclone is a modified Sonoma with the ability to run the quarter-mile in 13 seconds – at 103 miles per hour! Kit features a replica turbocharged 4.3-liter V-6 engine, a detailed undercarriage, an opening hood, soft black tires, unique cast-aluminum wheels, ground effect styling pieces and tonneau cover, chrome-plated accessories and a choice of factory stock markings or custom graphics. RMXS7213 Total parts: 132 Skill level 2 Length: 7.1 in (181 mm) REVELL OF GERMANY GERMANY 1/25 SCALE PETERBILT 353 Recreate the ‘70s-era big rig! The Peterbilt 353, a specially modified version of the famous “King of the Highway,” was designed for long-haul operations in the U.S. Its heavy-duty chassis is designed to withstand extreme load conditions, while the cab sports a corrosion-resistant aluminum skin. Kit features a detailed Cummins diesel engine, a detailed chassis, opening doors, an optional radiator cover, authentic front mudguards, a roof-mounted air conditioning unit, a detailed sleeping cabin, rubber tires, chrome-plated parts and multiple decals with U.S. markings. RVLS7464 Total parts: 319 Skill level 5 Length: 13 in (329 mm) GERMANY 1/72 SCALE RAF PILOTS/GROUND CREW FIGURES Add lifelike detail to your 1/72 scale WWII fighters! Make history come to life with this exciting WWII-themed RAF figure set! It contains seated pilots as well as standing ground crew figures to place alongside your favorite 1/72 scale aircraft. Pilots also come in various sizes in order to fit inside a wide variety of cockpits. RVLS2401 Products for everyone! Total parts: 101 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 3 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Academy Models™ 1/48 F-117A Nighthawk “Last Flight” Limited edition! Developed as a stealth attack aircraft, the F-117 Nighthawk became fully operational in 1983.The aircraft’s existence was denied by the United States military until 1988, but it featured prominently in the 1991 Persian Gulf War. The U.S. Air Force retired the F-117 in 2008. Possible replacements include the upcoming F-35 Lightning II and the F-22 Raptor. Kit features a highly detailed cockpit interior, a realistic weapons bay, accurate landing gear, “GBU-27A Paveway III” laser-guided bombs and special edition Cartograf® decals, which recreate the Nighthawk’s retirement ceremony. 12219 ACYS2219 Academy Models™ 1/35 U.S.M.C. M50A1 Ontos The incredible anti-tank vehicle! Most famous for its use as direct fire support against enemy infantry in the Vietnam War, the M50A1 Ontos weighed less than most tanks. Thus, it was easier to transport. Power was provided by a six-cylinder GMC truck engine. It was armed with six M40 recoilless rifles and one .30-caliber machine gun. 297 were produced in all from 1955-1957. Kit features an accurately reproduced design, photo-etched light guards and muffler mesh, plus two soldier figures with realistic replica shells. 13218 ACYS3218 AMT® 1/25 The Munsters™ Munster Koach/Dragula Collector’s Tin Two frightfully fun kits in one! Although The Munsters aired for two seasons on CBS, the show continues to draw new fans nearly fifty years after it first premiered. Only 70 episodes of the series were produced, but the show’s enduring popularity has spawned five movies and a less-successful series remake in the late 1980s. Both kits come molded in white with chrome accessories, black vinyl tires and water-release decals. Includes full-color collector tin packaging with retro-style artwork. AMT619 AMTS0619 Skill level 2 AMT® 1/25 1925 Ford® Model “T” Build a stock “T” – and a “T” chopped coupe! A classic AMT favorite returns – with all the details you remember from the original 1960s-era model! Kit is molded in white and clear with chrome accessories, black vinyl tires and water-release decals. Other features include pad-printed “wide-white” stock tires, pad-printed whitewall M&H drag slicks, a red-tinted chopped window option, chrome custom reversed wheels, a tuck ‘n roll roadster interior, a mini display box, original 1960s kit decals and a reproduction collector’s card. AMT626 AMTS0626 Over 140 parts Skill level 2 AMT® 1/25 White Road Boss Truck Rule the road with this imposing big rig! From 1900 until 1981, White Motor Company was one of America’s most versatile – and profitable – manufacturers. They’re most famous for their best-selling cars and trucks, but they also made bicycles, sewing machines, roller skates and automatic lathes as well. One of their most popular vehicles was the Road Boss Truck, which has been faithfully recreated with the return of this classic kit from AMT! Kit is molded in white with chrome accessories, black vinyl tires and water-release decals. AMT648 AMTS0648 4 April 2010 ❘ Over 300 parts Skill level 3 Tech Support 217-398-8970 The superior semi-trailer! Truck modeler builders are always on the hunt for full tractor and trailer combinations. This exceptional Fruehauf kit looks grand in 1/25 scale – either on its own or when you have your favorite AMT tractor kit haul it around! Kit features a fully detailed chassis, fully detailed body panels, black vinyl tires, chrome wheels and water-release decals. AMT649 AMTS0649 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m AMT® 1/25 Fruehauf Van Skill level 2 AMT® 1/25 Ford® Stake Truck The classic tilt-cab truck! Like many other C-Series trucks produced by Ford, the C-600 tilt cab-over truck was used for various applications, ranging from delivery trucks to fire trucks to stake trucks. Because of its wide-ranging versatility, the C-Series endured from 1957 until 1990. Kit features a fully detailed engine and chassis with a tilt-cab body, plus colorful cab door decals. It comes molded in white with black vinyl tires and chrome accessories. AMT650 AMTS0650 Skill level 3 AMT® 1/2500 Star Trek® Cadet Series: Enterprise Set Three generations of U.S.S. Enterprises! These thrilling mini-sized kits allow you to display three in-scale versions of the starship Enterprise on one shelf! Set includes the original series Enterprise, the Enterprise refit from Star Trek: The Motion Picture and the Enterprise-B from Star Trek: Generations. All feature easy snap assembly and include exclusive Aztec decals. AMT660 AMTS0660 Skill level 2 AMT® 1/2500 Star Trek® Cadet Series: Enterprise-C Captain Garrett’s Next Generation Enterprise! Famous for its appearance in the popular Next Generation episode “Yesterday’s Enterprise,” the Enterprise-C is notable for being the first Enterprise to be commanded by a female captain. In the episode, Captain Picard and his crew encounter the Enterprise-C and Captain Rachel Garrett due to a rift in the space-time continuum. Kit features easy snap assembly, Aztec/marking decals and the option to glue. AMT661 AMTS0661 Skill level 2 AMT® 1/2500 Star Trek® Cadet Series: Enterprise-E As seen in First Contact and beyond! Because the Enterprise-D was destroyed in the climax of Star Trek: Generations, a new ship was designed and unveiled in the series’ subsequent sequel, Star Trek: First Contact. It is the sixth Federation starship to feature the Enterprise name, and legend has it that engineer Montgomery Scott helped design the Sovereign-class vessel. Kit features easy snap assembly, Aztec/marking decals and the option to glue. AMT663 AMTS0663 Products for everyone! Skill level 2 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 5 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Airfix® 1/72 Scale MiG-15 The Soviet swept-wing jet fighter! Introduced in 1947, the MiG-15 first gained fame for outclassing all enemy fighters in the Korean War. Over 12,000 licensed fighters were built, and up to 6,000 were built outside the U.S.S.R, making the MiG-15 one of the most widely produced jet fighters of all time. Many examples still survive, including a MiG-15 that’s on display at the United States Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio. Kit features three detailed decal marking options. 2037 ARXS2037 Total parts: 53 Skill level 1 Length: 6.1 in (155 mm) Airfix® 1/24 De Havilland Mosquito NFII/FBVI Highly detailed and painstakingly designed! Night fighter versions of the popular De Havilland Mosquito were first produced in 1942, with 466 aircraft entering service with the RAF’s No. 157 Squadron. Many were armed with metric wavelength radar to sneak up on enemy aircraft. However, some had their radar equipment removed to install extra fuel tanks for use as night intruder aircraft. Kit features full interior detail, removable panels, a figure set and three aircraft marking options. 25001 ARXS5001 Total parts: 617 Skill level 4 Length: 21 in (522 mm) Width: 27 in (688 mm) Bronco Models 1/35 Scale Adler Kfz. 14 Radio Car The combat-ready communications link! The Adler Kfz. 14 Radio Car was designed with long-range radio equipment and a frame radial, which could be folded down when it wasn’t in use. They could have up to a 3-person crew and they had a top speed of 44 mph. Kfz. 14s were often used for troop communications in the U.S.S.R., Poland and France. Kit features highly detailed plastic pieces molded in tan, realistically recreated radio equipment, bonus slide-molded tires, photo-etched accessories and detailed, high-quality decal markings. 35051 BOMS3551 Total parts: 242 Length: 4.7 in (120.5 mm) Dragon® 1/144 SH-60F & HH-60H HS-6 “Indians” Two superior search-and-rescue aircraft! The twin-engine, multi-purpose SH-60F Oceanhawk is outfitted for antisubmarine warfare as well as search-and-rescue missions. The HH-60H “Rescue Hawk” is designed for combat search-and-rescue and naval special warfare missions. The two helis are often found operating sideby-side on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. Both easy-to-assemble kits feature high-definition molding with astonishing detail, including full cabin interiors and colorful Cartograf® decals. The SH-60F also includes a new cabin door, while the HH-60H adds external auxiliary fuel tanks. 4619 DMLS4619 Maisto® 1/24 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG Loaded with creature comforts! No grand tourer combines elegant styling and tremendous power as well as the CL63 AMG. A 507 hp V-12 engine and paddle-shift transmission powers this luxury coupe from 0-60 mph in only 4.5 seconds. Kit features a painted and decorated diecast metal body with plastic details, opening doors, steerable front wheels, an opening hood, bonus custom wheels and a screwdriver. No paint or glue required. 39297 6 MAIS9297 April 2010 ❘ Skill level 2 Tech Support 217-398-8970 The supersonic strategic bomber! Designed to replace the aging B-52, the B-1A was built to serve as a supersonic heavy bomber capable of delivering a nuclear payload. After a lengthy development period, the project was scrapped in 1977 due to rising costs and increased vulnerability to Soviet defense systems. A fleet of upgraded B-52s, ICBMs and SLBMs were produced in the B-1A’s place. However, the aircraft continued to serve as a test bed for the B-1B throughout the Reagan administration. Kit features flight test-inspired markings for the B-1A circa 1981. 14595 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Minicraft Models 1/144 B-1A Bomber SAC MMIS4595 Moebius® 1/32 Scale Battlestar Galactica Colonial Viper Mk.II Fend off Cylon forces! Designed to operate in both outer space and atmospheric conditions, the Viper is the Colonial Fleet’s primary Space Superiority Fighter/Attack craft. The Mk.II model was originally introduced shortly before the outbreak of the first Cylon War. It remained in service long after the end of the conflict, although it was superseded by newer models. Kit lets you choose between an in-flight version with base and a version with extended landing gear. Other features include a resin pilot figure and detailed decals. 912 MOES0912 Total parts: 54 Skill level 3 Moebius® 1/55 Scale Moon Bus As seen in 2001: A Space Odyssey! A rare Aurora kit classic returns with the release of the 1/55 scale Moon Bus from Moebius Models! Recreating every detail of the vehicle from the 1968 Stanley Kubrick film, 2001: A Space Odyssey, this magnificent model takes the original kit (which has been unavailable since 1969!) and retools it with 21st century improvements. Kit features detailed decal markings and five astronaut figures. 2001-1 MOES2001 Total parts: 142 Skill level 3 MPC® 1/100 Pilgrim Observer Space Station The classic “what-if” kit is back! As imagined in the 1970s, the Pilgrim Observer was a complete, selfsustaining space station community capable of making deep probes to farreaching planets. It could also carry up to twelve passengers and all their supplies, while being able to maintain their health and safety for extended periods of time. The Observer also boasted full docking compatibility with Apollo modules and E.B.A. space taxis. This exciting MPC kit re-issue is molded in white plastic, with clear plastic parts. Requires glue and paint. MPC713 MPCS0713 Skill level 3 MRC™ 1/72 Scale F-84G U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds Air Demo Team, 1955 The famed turbojet fighter-bomber! The F-84 has the distinction of being the first full-service jet fighter introduced after WWII’s end. The “G” variant also had the ability to carry the Mark 7 nuclear bomb, plus it was capable of in-flight refueling using a boom and drogue. It was also the first aircraft flown by the U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds, which flew the F-84G from 1953 to 1955. This fully assembled and painted model features a fixed undercarriage, authentic preapplied markings and a display stand. 36801 Products for everyone! MRCS6801 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 7 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m MRC™ 1/72 Scale F-84G Thunderjet Italian Air Force One of the best fighters of its time! Thanks to its participation with NATO in 1949, the Italian Air Force was able to modernize its fleet of aging aircraft. American aid appeared by way of the Mutual Defense Assistance Program – and Italy benefited from some of the best aircraft of this time, including the F-84G Thunderjet. 1,936 F-84Gs were built for the MDAP, and a rejuvenated Italian Air Force carried on through the 1950s. This fully assembled and painted model features a fixed undercarriage, authentic preapplied markings and a display stand. 36803 MRCS6803 MRC™ 1/72 Scale F-84G Portugal Air Force Wage war on enemy aircraft! The F-84 has the honor of being the first fighter aircraft to utilize in-flight refueling, as well as being the U.S. Air Force’s primary strike aircraft throughout the Korean War. 125 F-84Gs also featured prominently in the Portuguese Colonial War, which lasted from 1961-1974. This fully assembled and painted model features a fixed undercarriage, plus authentic preapplied markings and a display stand. 36804 MRCS6804 Polar Lights® 1/1000 U.S.S. Enterprise™ NCC-1701 Refit The finest starship in the galaxy! In 1979, the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 made a grand leap to the big screen with Star Trek®: The Motion Picture. Instead of using the version from the original TV show, creator Gene Roddenberry and director Robert Wise opted for an Enterprise “refit” that was sleeker and much more detailed than the show’s original model. Kit features include easy snaptogether assembly, plastic parts molded in white, clear plastic accessories, a display stand with moveable ball-and-socket joint, marking decals and full aztec decals. POL820 PLLS0820 Over 35 parts Skill level 2 Length: 12.3 in (312 mm) Polar Lights® 1/32 Batman™ Classic Batmobile™ Classic, campy fun! Holy hot rod, Batman! The legendary model kit based on the Classic Batmobile has returned at last! Molded using the original tooling, this is the authentic, original, 1/32 scale kit version of one of the best-loved custom vehicles ever made! Kit features black plastic molding, chromecolored and clear plastic accessories, easy-to-assemble Batman and Robin figures, vintage-style packaging and decal markings. POL821 PLLS0821 Over 40 parts Skill level 2 Length: 6.5 in (165.1 mm) Polar Lights® 1/32 Batman™ Classic Batmobile™ Collector’s Tin Tune in tomorrow. Same Bat-time. Same Bat-channel! Anyone who’s seen the classic Batman television from the 1960s remembers this famous catchphrase. And it’s just as likely you remember the original Classic Batmobile kit, which was released at the same time. Out of print for decades, this 1/32 scale kit recreates the popular vehicle – using the original kit’s tooling! Kit features black plastic molding, chromecolored and clear plastic accessories, easy-to-assemble Batman and Robin figures, decal markings, plus an embossed collector’s tin, a bonus art print and reproduced original packaging. POL822 8 PLLS0822 April 2010 ❘ Over 40 parts Skill level 2 Length: 6.5 in (165.1 mm) Tech Support 217-398-8970 Holy inboard motor, Batman! If you’re a fan of the campy Batman television show from the late 1960s, you may already know that the Batboat made its first appearance in the full-length feature film from 1966. But what you probably don’t know is that the Batboat was powered by a Chevy® V-6 engine and it took 31 days to build! Kit features the original 1966 kit’s design, extra-fine details, Batman and Robin figures as well as expanded full-color decal markings. POL823 PLLS0823 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Polar Lights® 1/25 Batman™ 1966 Classic Batboat™ Skill level 2 Length: 8.5 in (216 mm) Polar Lights® 1/2500 Star Trek® New Movie Enterprise™ As designed by Ryan Church! The 2009 blockbuster Star Trek brought the original crew back together on the big screen, but with a twist. The film, as directed by J.J. Abrams (Lost), featured the Enterprise crew early in their careers, facing off against an evil Romulan. The film managed to do the impossible; it successfully reinvigorated the franchise, while managing to stay true to the spirit of the original series. Kit features white plastic molding, clear plastic accessories, marking decals, aztec decals and all-new packaging art from ship’s designer Ryan Church. Requires glue and paint. POL836 PLLS0836 Skill level 2 Length: 11.5 in (292.1 mm) Polar Lights® The Three Stooges – Larry Made for madcap slapstick! Although The Three Stooges’ first comedy shorts were produced in the early 1930s, the popular slapstick trio is still just as popular today. They are true comedy icons; their wacky style has had an everlasting effect on American pop culture. The Stooges’ influence can still be seen in some of today’s most popular comics. This hilarious kit is molded in two tones of grey and clear plastic, with an accurate likeness of the beloved Stooge. Includes an interconnecting display base. Requires glue and paint. POL839 PLLS0839 Over 25 parts Skill level 2 Polar Lights® The Three Stooges – Moe The chief Stooge! The Three Stooges first formed as a vaudeville act in 1925 with comedian Ted Healy as the leader. Moe and Shemp Howard were members from the start, Larry joined the group soon after, and Curly served as a replacement for Shemp. Thanks to television airings and DVDs of the classic shorts, The Three Stooges continue to gain new fans – today, and always. Moe comes molded in two tones of grey and clear plastic, with an exact likeness of the Stooges’ ringleader. Includes an interconnecting display base. Requires glue and paint. POL840 PLLS0840 Over 25 parts Skill level 2 Polar Lights® The Three Stooges – Curly Nyuk! Nyuk! Nyuk! While Curly was the final “piece of the puzzle” in the creation of The Three Stooges, he was arguably the most popular member of the classic comedy troupe. His childlike demeanor and natural knack for slapstick was a vast contrast to ringleader Moe and foil Larry. However, the combination of their different personalities was what made the Stooges so special. Curly comes molded in two tones of grey and clear plastic, with an exact likeness of the Stooges’ most manic member. Includes an interconnecting display base. Requires glue and paint. POL841 Products for everyone! PLLS0841 Over 25 parts Skill level 2 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 9 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Bachmann® Pennsylvania RR #3234 USRA 0-6-0 & Slope Tender – HO Scale A “Pennsy” to call your very own! ❚ Performs best on radius curves 18” (457 mm) or greater. ❚ Includes smoke unit and operating headlight. BACU0210 Pennsylvania RR #3234 USRA 0-6-0 & Slope Tender – HO Scale Bachmann® Chesapeake & Ohio® 250-Ton Steam Crane & Boom Tender – HO Scale One grade-A rail accessory! ❚ Adds extraordinary detail to the classic Class-1 railroad. ❚ Included crane swivels 360°. A removable knob adjusts boom position ❚ Also features blackened metal wheels, body-mounted couplers and non-magnetic axles. BACU3459 Chesapeake & Ohio® 250-Ton Steam Crane & Boom Tender Bachmann® Electric Diesel Horn in Oil Tank – N Scale Instant realism! ❚ Arrives assembled and painted for ultimate ease. ❚ Adds lifelike detail to any N scale layout! BACU6201 Electric Diesel Horn in Oil Tank – N Scale Bachmann® Steam Whistle in Freight Station – N Scale Expand your N scale layout! ❚ Comes assembled and painted for exceptional ease. ❚ A terrific, high-quality railroad accessory! BACU6202 Steam Whistle in Freight Station – N Scale Bachmann® Blinking Oil Tank – N Scale Light up your layout! ❚ Arrives painted and assembled. ❚ A welcome addition to any N scale railroad! 10 April 2010 ❘ BACU6203 Blinking Oil Tank – N Scale Tech Support 217-398-8970 Link up your layouts! ❚ Arrives assembled and painted, with built-in track piece for ultimate ease. ❚ Includes a fully functional blinking light. BACU6204 Blinking Bridge – N Scale w w w.g p d ealer.c o m Bachmann® Blinking Bridge – N Scale Bachmann® Bridge – N Scale Loaded with realistic detail! ❚ Arrives assembled and painted, with built-in track piece for ultimate ease. BACU6205 Bridge – N Scale ❚ Just add to your layout and enjoy! Hot Wheels® 1/64 Scale Toy Story 3 Character Car Assortment 24 colorful characters – in 1/64 scale car form! ❚ Assortment includes Blastin’ Buzz, Wheelin’ Woody, Little Green Speedster, Rex Rider and more! ❚ All feature a diecast body, a plastic chassis and collectible blister card packaging. HWMV4828 1/64 Scale Toy Story 3 Character Car Assortment ❚ Ages 3 and up. Auto World® X-Traction® Slot Car Release #8 12 exciting slot cars – in one convenient set! ❚ Assortment includes two each of the 2004 Chevrolet® Corvette C5-R, the Camaro Concept and the Dodge Challenger Concept. ❚ Other cars include the Volkswagen Samba Bus, the 1955 Chevy and the 2005 Ford® GT. RDZW0184 X-Traction® Slot Car Release #8 Paasche Hobby Spray Booth Portable, yet versatile! ❚ Folds down for easy transportation – two spray booths can be expanded into one larger booth for more space. ❚ Includes a small turntable and retractable cord. PASR2217 Hobby Spray Booth Products for everyone! www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 11 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m EASY AND AFFORDABLE R/C FUN With these exciting models, getting into radio control has never been easier! No assembly means they’re ready for action, right out of the box — and virtually everything is included. No experience is required, and almost anyone can fly or drive them almost anywhere. Plus, they’re priced to fit within almost any beginner’s budget! 2.4GHz READY-TO-FLY ❚ Coaxial xial design produces super-smooth flight ❚ The 2.4GHz transmitter features an LCD display and a built-in charger ❚ Dual rates give pilots the option of a power boost st – it’s like an energy drink for a helicopter 59 Proto CX Ultra-Micro Heli RTF RMXE6059 meter: 7.4 in (188 mm) Rotor Diameter: ength: 8.4 in (213 mm) Overall Length: .95 oz (27 g) Weight: 0.95 Includes: 4-channel radio, two motors and 3.7V LiPo battery ™ Everything a heli pilot needs to get started and keep flying! ❚ ❚ Completely assembled Proto CX heli 2.4GHz radio system ❚ ❚ ❚ LiPo battery Four “AA” radio batteries Spare set of rotor blades, plus screwdriver Hop-up your heli! With add-ons like a Glow in the Dark canopy, blades and skids you can have the coolest heli around! Turn out the lights and have fun night-flying! RMXE6424 RMXE6426 RMXE6428 12 Canopy Glow in the Dark Proto RTF Rotor Blades Glow in the Dark Proto RTF Landing Skids Glow in the Dark Proto RTF April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 ™ ™ Micro Electric RTF The little plane with the BIG upside! Within minutes of taking it out of the box, you can be piloting this durable foam flyer in your backyard, at the park, or inside a large indoor building. ❚ ❚ ❚ w w w.g p d ealer.c o m FOR EVERYONE! Quality components include a 2.4GHz radio and LiPo battery Takes entry level micro-sized RTFs to a new level with 100% proportional rudder and elevator control 10+ minutes of flight time with on-site recharging right from the transmitter Wingspan: 18.5 in (470 mm) Wing Area: 51 in² (3.3 dm²) Weight: 1.0 oz (30 g) Length: 13.5 in (345 mm) Includes: 3-channel 2.4GHz radio with built-in flight battery charger, receiver/servo/ESC module, 3.7V LiPo pack, “AA” transmitter batteries HCAA2550 Not your ordinary watercraft! Enjoy exhilarating wave-jumping action at the pond or in your pool! ❚ ❚ ❚ Durable construction and dual motor drive-steering Designed for high-water fun with low maintenance Comes equipped with an AM radio, battery with charger, extra props and display stand Length: 18.5 in (470 mm) Width: 7.3 in (185 mm) Height: 11 in (280 mm) Weight w/battery: 45 oz (1280 g) Includes: 2-channel AM radio, 1800mAh NiCd battery, wall charger, extra props, boat stand VNRB1803 www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 13 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m THE SKY’S THE LIMIT... An Estes Launch Set starts you out right and grows with you! The rocket assembly is simple and straightforward, and you determine speed and altitude with the size engine you use (purchased separately). An electric launch controller, adjustable launch pad and instructions are included; all you add is your choice of engine, plus recovery wadding, igniters and batteries. Get an Estes Launch Set today, and get ready to blast off into high adventure! ® 14 April 2010 ❘ Tech Support 217-398-8970 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m GET INTO ROCKETRY WITH AN ESTES LAUNCH SET! Tandem-X™ E2X/Level 1 Launch Set Two rockets, two different skill levels — twice the fun! Amazon™ — ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Skill Level: E2X (Easy to Assemble) Length: 33.6” Molded plastic fins Parachute recovery system Altitude Recommended Engine 200’ B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4 600’ 600’ C6-3, C6-5 Crossfire ISX™ — ❚ ❚ ❚ Length: 15.6” Laser cut balsa fins Parachute recovery system Altitude Recommended Engine 75’ 1/2A6-2 250’ A8-3 600’ B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4 1150’ C6-3, C6-5 Launch system for both rockets includes Electron Beam Launch Controller and Porta-Pad II Launch Pad. ESTT1469 BECOME A MODEL ROCKET DESIGNER WITH CUSTOMIZER LAUNCH SETS! Customizer E2X Launch Set Customizer Mini E2X Launch Set ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Use the nearly 50 included parts to create 64 possible rocket designs! Estes mini engines Pre-colored E2X parts make for simple assembly ❚ Launch system included ❚ ❚ ❚ Recommended Engines: A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5 ESTT1500 A scaled-down set for the beginner, for use with 24 total parts allow for approximately 12 design possibilities Build one taller rocket, or two smaller models Simple glue-together assembly with E2X parts Recommended Engines: 1/2A3-2T (first flight), A3-4T, A10-3T ESTT1497 ® www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 15 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m APRIL IS NATIONAL KITE Celebrate spring, Easter — and National Kite Month — by getting out and sharing the fun of kite flying with other enthusiasts. From affordable to aerobatic to aesthetic, there’s a kite that’s just right for you — not to mention gliders and free flight models to choose from! Battle Baron Airplane 33” Tie-Dye Flier The thrilling triplane design really turns heads Easy to fly...excellent for the beginner SKKF0001 SKKF1102 Colorful deltas, 3-D sharks, military designs and wing-flapping butterflies are just a few of the many different kites you’ll find in the Gayla lineup. U.S. Navy Blue Angels Stunt Kite GALF0342 16 April 2010 ❘ Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly Wing Flapper GALF0842 Tech Support 217-398-8970 GLIDERS AND FREE FLIGHT A DIFFERENT KIND OF INEXPENSIVE FLYING FUN! T UR N H ER E FOR RADIO CONTROL PRODUCTS Tuff Bird™ Stratosphere Rubber Band Glider Wind it up and watch it fly! RMXA3430 Rainbow Para-2 Great for bikers, hikers and anyone on the go SKKF3260 SKKF1103 33” Shadow Flier SKKF1155 55” Black Lightning Delta SKKF2221 32”Tie-Dye Diamond Tuff Bird Revell Glider A best seller — flight-ready in minutes, with no tools needed RMXA3520 RMXA3429 Tuff Bird Biplane Glider RMXA3432 Tuff Bird Jet Glider Set (2) RMXA3433 Tuff Bird Biplane Glider Set (2) WarBirdz™ MK2 Spitfire Free Flight A “fly anywhere” size, recharges in seconds RMXA3494 RMXA3493 WarBirdz P51D Mustang Free Flight RMXA3495 WarBirdz FW190 Focke Wulf Free Flight RMXA3496 WarBirdz Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero Free Flight Air Stream w/R-Mer 4.5’ Shark 3D 46” GALF0866 w w w.g p d ealer.c o m MONTH • Made of virtually indestructible R-Mer resin • Large 4.5’ wingspan • Capable of loops and long flights LFMA6321 Air Stream 4.5’ LFMA6309 Ultra Flyer 4.5’ LFMA6800 Turbo Jet 2000 2’ www.gpdealer.com ❘ April 2010 17
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