XMODS are 1:28 scale electric radio-controlled cars. The cars' primary marketing focus is on customization, and they are available in a variety of body styles and types traditionally favored by tuners. Fall 2005 saw the introduction of a new model line dubbed "Evolution" which also features a line of trucks. The cars are distributed by RadioShack in the United States, by Hobby Products International (HPI Racing) in Japan and by Carson Modellsport (Subdivision of Tamiya Germany) in Europe.
Models
Generation 1
The original, generation one XMODS were released in fall, 2003, featuring semi-proportional steering and modular construction enabling parts to be swapped. Eleven body styles have been released (one exclusive to Europe and Asia). Hobby Products International continues to distribute the generation 1 car, though RadioShack has discontinued the line in the United States.
For the U.S. models, each car comes with a mini-magazine ( Super Street for the Japanese models and Hot Rod for the American models), featuring write-ups on selected models and upgrade accessories.
1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 V.spec
- Yellow or Black; Blue version available only in Europe and Asia through HPI Silver version available only in Germany on evolution chassis
1997 Toyota Supra
- Red or White
2000 Honda Civic Si Coupe
- Blue or Black
2003 Honda Integra/Acura RSX
- Silver
2004 Honda/Acura NSX
- Yellow; White version available only in Europe and Asia through HPI
2004 Nissan 350Z
- Copper; Silver version available only in Europe and Asia through HPI Blue version available only in Germany on evolution chassis
2003 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- Silver
1967 Chevrolet Camaro
- Red, Orange version available only in Germany on evolution chassis
1965 Ford Mustang coupe
- Light Blue, Dark Blue available only in Germany on evolution chassis
2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STi
- Blue; White, Orange HPI and Yellow Fujitsubo Racing Colors version available only in Europe and Asia through HPI
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
- Silver; available only in Europe and Asia through HPI
In addition to body kits for the models above, other body shells were available separately. These came with matching body kits, controller steering wheels and compatible drive shafts.
1997 Toyota Supra
- Silver
2003 Honda Integra/Acura RSX
- Black
2004 Ford Mustang Cobra
- Red, Dark Blue
XMODS Evolution
The XMODS Evolution models were released in the autumn of 2005. They had substantial construction differences from the previous model and are available with either a car or truck chassis. The electronics were vastly improved, with one main board compared to two separate pieces in the generation 1 version. The motor was mounted transversely in contrast to generation 1's longitudinal layout. While the generation 1 chassis had a separate battery housing (each holding two AAA batteries) on each side, the Evolution chassis had one battery housing (holding four AAA batteries) at the bottom. This series was discontinued in the U.S. by RadioShack in mid-2007.
It was possible to swap bodies and most parts between the Evolution and generation 1 cars.
Like the previous generation models, each XMODS Evolution car came with a Super Street (Japanese models) or Hot Rod (American models) mini-magazine. Truck models had a Truckin' mini-magazine.
1967 Pontiac Firebird
- Purple
2004 Hummer H2
- Black
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII
- Graphite Gray
2005 Nissan Skyline V35/Infiniti G35
- Red
2005 Ford F-150
- Orange
2006 Ford Mustang
- Dark Blue
2006 Scion tC
- Silver
2006 Nissan Titan
- Red
In addition to body kits for the models above, A blue Ford F-150 body shell was available separately for the truck series. It came with body kits, controller steering wheel and compatible drive shafts and chassis extension parts.Also, Yellow and Red Hummer H2 bodies were available through Carson in Germany. These had body color bumpers, rather than gray, as seen on the black Hummer.
XMODS Evolution Transformers
In June 2007, RadioShack released two XMODS Evolution models to coincide with the release of the film Transformers . Unlike other XMODS, which come in reusable plastic cases, these models came in standard boxes. Special body and light kits were available for these models. RadioShack stores were told not to sell them during a period in January due to a defect in the chassis. Under pressure, the chassis will crack and eventually break.
Bumblebee (2009 Chevrolet Camaro Concept)
- Golden Yellow with Black Stripes
- Accessory kit comes with light kit, hood-mounted cannon and door-mounted missile launchers.
Barricade (2007 Saleen Ford Mustang S281 Police Car)
- Black with white doors
- Accessory kit comes with light kit, headlight claws and hood-mounted missile launcher.
XMODS Street
File:Chevcorvettexmods.jpgThe 3rd Generation XMODS were confirmed on July 2, 2008 via RadioShack employee memos and were released on October of that year.
The released models include:
2008 Nissan GT-R
- Silver
1965 Ford Mustang
- Black
2008 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06
- Atomic Orange
2008 Audi R8
- Silver
2010 Ford Mustang
- Burgundy
Others will be announced later.
The XMODS Street series cars run on the XMODS Evolution chassis and include the same upgrades as the 1st and 2nd release XMODS Evolution series such as the Stage 2 Motor Upgrades and Command Logic Light Kit.
Currents differences of the XMODS chassis are:
- Crystals have been removed and soldered onto the electronics board and inside the controller. Each car has one of two dedicated channels (out of a total of 10 different channels).
- Foam inserts in XMODS plastic box have been replaced with plastic similar to holding body kit pieces.
- Decals include flames and XMODS stickers. No magazine is included.
- Rubber is used to protect parts of the motor
- Less wheel wobble, a concern with older XMODS Evolution models.
- Rear A-Arms and motor cradle have been reinforced.
- The Nissan GT-R has rubber side mirrors, similar to the ones on the Bumblebee Camaro XMODS.
XMODS Micro RC
RadioShack relaunched the ZipZaps Micro RC line under the XMODS banner on October 2008. Aside from the new labels that bear the XMODS Micro RC logo, the packaging is similar to the ZipZaps line. The cars use the traditional box-type controller, as opposed to the gun-type controller of the ZipZaps SE line. Current models include the following:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette
- Red
1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS
- Blue
Modifications
XMODS can be extensively modified using parts supplied by RadioShack and other aftermarket vendors. The starter kits advertise the ability to change the motor, wheels, tires, trim kit, springs/shocks, and bearings (From nylon bushings to steel bearings), add lighting kits, and swap the crystal to allow the cars to operate on multiple frequncies. (Note: The crystal has been discontinued.)
Tutorials for modifications are also available on vari
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