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Engel Submarine Type 212A

Engel Submarine Type 212A

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Engel Submarine Type 212A

$800

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Reviewed: October 27th, 2011

The high-quality Engel Type 212 submarine kit is perfect if you’re into scale models, history, and realism. Modeled after the German Navy’s advanced Type 212 sub, this functional 1/70 scale model goes together smoothly using cast-resin, CNC’ed ABS plastic, brass, and stainless steel components. Engel’s innovative Tech Rack mounting ensures that your electronics stay dry, […]

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Align T-REX 450 Sport Super Combo

Align T-REX 450 Sport Super Combo

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Align T-REX 450 Sport Super Combo

$500

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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 […]

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66-inch Indoor Blimp

66-inch Indoor Blimp

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66-inch Indoor Blimp

$347

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Who doesn’t love blimps? They’re 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 […]

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T-IFO Indoor Trainer

T-IFO Indoor Trainer

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T-IFO Indoor Trainer

$54 and up

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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 […]

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Trail Finder Truck

Trail Finder Truck

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Trail Finder Truck

$300

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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. You’ll feel like a mechanic building it. You add motor, speed control, radio, servo, and battery.

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