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Xmods




Skyline with available body kit.]]


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). HPI 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











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


  • Red



XMODS Evolution

The XMODS Evolution models were released in the autumn of 2005. They have substantial construction differences from the previous model and are available with either a car or truck chassis. eight body styles have been released as of June 2007.

Like the previous generation models, each XMODS Evolution car comes with a ''Super Street'' (Japanese models) or ''Hot Rod'' (American models) mini-magazine. Truck models get a ''Truckin''' mini-magazine.

1967 Pontiac Firebird







  • 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.


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 come in standard boxes. Special body and light kits are available for these models.

Bumblebee (2009 Chevrolet Camaro Concept ) {Link without Title}

  • Black



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.

Tutorials for modifications are also available on various XMODS forum sites. In Europe and Japan , HPI distributes XMODS, with the cars having the same colors as those offered in the USA by RadioShack, but also some exclusive body colors and body tops not available to the US market.

Even though each model has a different body, all models in a particular line share the same or similar chassis. The most notable difference in the chassis is its length relative to its body top. You can also add a motor upgrade onto them for fast speed.


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