C / R Spin Master
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he Air Hogs Shadow Launcher, from Spin Master, is a rugged ground vehicle for conquering indoor obstacles. With the push of a button, the doors open revealing a stealth helicopter. Kids ages 8 and up can then increase the throttle and fly away with a gyro-stabilized helicopter using the same controller. The Air Hogs Shadow Launcher is a 2-in-1 combination for kids to take on all different kinds of adventures.
Schylling
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chylling Toys introduces the new AI Copter, from TX Juice, an easy-to-fly R/C helicopter. With a press of the Juice button on the controller, the copter takes off and hovers above the ground. Kids can then take complete control with the joystick handset. By pressing the Juice button again, the helicopter lands. The TX Juice Artificial Intelligence System, with its patented Auto-Launch and Land functionality, helps smooth kids’ flight and avoid obstacles. Designed for kids ages 8 and up, the copter features three-channel control, an AI system, gyro stability, and built-in proximity sensors. The AI Copter comes with a USB cable and charger for fast and convenient charging.
Maisto
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aisto’s Rock Crawler 3XL is an oversized R/C for off-road rock-crawling action. Available in black or green, the Rock Crawler 3XL features a lightweight, but tough, vacformed body, front and rear articulated spring suspension, and four-wheel drive. The 2.4GHz technology allows up to eight players to drive at one time and place with a 164-foot control range. Designed for kids ages 8 and up, the Rock Crawler comes with a hobby-sized controller with speed control and a rapid electronic battery charger, allowing the vehicle to recharge in 45 minutes.
24 • THE TOY BOOK
MARCH/APRIL 2015