Tyco RC, part of the Mattel family of toys, is a major producer of RC toys. Some Tyco R/C toys defy classification or go beyond your usual RC car or truck. The Terrain Twister and Shell Shocker travel on all terrains. The Stuntsters are tiny versions of full-size Tyco R/C classics that each do their own kind of stunts. Other Tyco R/C toys resemble insects or entertain with their own brand of looks and stunts.
Terrain Twister:
Twisting and turning its way through grass, dirt, rocks, pavement, and snow, the Terrain Twister looks like some sort of alien craft. Its twin corkscrew cylinders are what allows it to move over almost any surface and small obstacles (like twigs). A favorite last year, it's still popular and easy-to-find on toy store shelves.
Shell Shocker:
A nominee in the 2006 Outdoor Toy Of The Year category at the American International Toy Fair, the Shell Shocker looks a bit like an armored ball but transforms into a rolling, flipping beast that can handle mud, grass, and road.
- Shell Shocker 49MHz (Buy Direct)
- Shell Shocker 27MHz (Buy Direct)
Stuntsters:
Modeled after other Tyco R/C vehicles, the Stuntsters are tiny versions redesigned for stunt action. The Rebound, Hot Rocker, Tantrum, and Air Rebound each do their own stunts.
Other Tyco R/C Stunt Vehicles:
There's more stunt action for the little kids with the colorful Flip & Spin Safari Scout that does wheelies, back flips, and spins.
The RC Rollcage is another spinning, wheelie-popping RC that has a special Power Stunt Arm that adds more flipping action at the push of a button.
The RC Rollcage is another spinning, wheelie-popping RC that has a special Power Stunt Arm that adds more flipping action at the push of a button.
Power Changers:
Introduced in 2003, the special feature of these cars, boats, tanks, and robots is the interchangeable Power Changers power system. The basic system comes in pairs (such as a car and a boat) and you can purchase accessory vehicles that use the same Power Changer base.
Tyco Power Changers Press Release and Product Review
Tyco Power Changers Press Release and Product Review
N.S.E.C.T.:
Instead of wheels these RCs have legs. The N.S.E.C.T. creatures come in green or blue, have claws, eyes that change color, and have a single or rapid fire mode. Available in 27 or 49 MHz.
- N.S.E.C.T. (either)
- N.S.E.C.T. Blue 49MHz (Buy Direct)
- N.S.E.C.T. Green 27MHz (Buy Direct)
