The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for bikes, rockets, R/C vehicles, toys and other diversions.
The high-quality Engel Type 212 submarine kit is perfect if youโre into scale models, history, and realism. Modeled after the German Navyโs advanced Type 212 sub, this functional 1/70 scale model goes together smoothly using cast-resin, CNCโed ABS plastic, brass, and stainless steel components. Engelโs innovative Tech Rack mounting ensures that your electronics stay dry, […]
The Align T-REX 450 Sport is a terrific, well-supported copter that will satisfy trained beginners and advanced pilots. The Super Combo package includes all but the transmitter, receiver, batteries, and blade pitch gauge. The comprehensive manual advises that you rebuild the pre-assembled parts, checking alignment, using thread-locker on all screws and bolts, and lubricating where […]
This wild-looking R/C plane is life-sized (78โ tall) and can take off vertically! The kit makes a superhero-shaped fuselage; you add R/C gear. Directions are clear, and the laser-cut parts go together smoothly, but itโs a bit tricky โ a fun and unique kit for experienced builders that will definitely command attention! 57โ hero plans […]
Who doesnโt love blimps? Theyโre quiet and slow but leave a huge impression. This kit goes together easily using basic hand tools and the included directions, and has almost everything you need to get airborne; you supply R/C gear, servo, battery, and helium. The vinyl balloon can be decorated with paints or computer-cut graphics, which […]
This unique, rugged R/C trainer is assembled by bending carbon fiber rods, binding with Kevlar thread, and then covering with polyester fabric. The build takes an evening or two; add a radio, servos, and batteries, and enjoy a remarkably good airplane for beginners and experienced pilots. Plus, it folds flat, so you can take it […]
This 1/10 scale kit has amazing realism and performance, with aluminum and steel chassis and body components like those of a full-sized vehicle. Youโll feel like a mechanic building it. You add motor, speed control, radio, servo, and battery.
In my opinion the coolest innovation in R/C vehicles is the crawler. As the name implies, crawlers are incredible crawling machines that are super fun to build and to run. Like a good video game, theyโre easy to pick up but hard to master. Crawlers are built to climb over serious terrain, and some are […]
