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Horizon HobbyÂź Acquires PROTOform Race Bodies

Horizon HobbyÂź Acquires PROTOform Race Bodies

Posted: 8/14/20

For Immediate Release

Champaign, Illinois — Horizon Hobby is excited to announce the acquisition of PROTOform Race Bodies.

Founded in 1991, PROTOform Race Bodies has captured multiple IFMAR World Champions and countless national, regional,

and local championship titles. In 1995, PROTOform made a strategic move by joining forces with Pro-Line Racing to expand its

marketing reach and meet the increasing demand for more race-winning on-road and oval bodies. With the recent acquisition of

Pro-Line Racing by Horizon Hobby, PROTOform Race Bodies joins the Horizon Hobby lineup of radio control brands.



“It was a very exciting and productive 25 years that we spent under the Pro-Line ownership,” said Dale Epp, PROTOform

Founder, and Lead Designer. “PROTOform race bodies became synonymous with winning and leading-edge design. We were

a part of 26 IFMAR World Championships on-road race victories as well as every other major EFRA, ROAR, and Reedy title that

there was, while at the same time being the brand of choice for those who wanted to win a concours trophy. Now PROTOform

enters its third chapter under the Horizon Hobby umbrella, and we’re excited about the future as we go forward with Horizon.

The PROTOform team maintains the same goals and desires that have brought us so much success. The passion is alive and

well!”



“PROTOform Race Bodies is one of the most recognizable brands in radio control,” said Chris Dickerson, Horizon Hobby

President. “Working with Pro-Line and PROTOform Race Bodies for many years, we’ve seen the quality and innovation in its

products. With PROTOform, drivers get race-winning performance, plus an artistic blend of style and superior aerodynamics.

We are excited to have them join us at Horizon Hobby.”



Brand Manager Eric Epp said, “Combining PROTOform’s RC racing pedigree with the resources and global reach of Horizon

Hobby truly has us excited about the future of the PF brand. We are proud to bring PROTOform’s legacy of style and

performance to the Horizon family!”



PROTOform Race Bodies will continue to operate out of their California facility. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed.



About Horizon Hobby

Horizon Hobby, LLC, was founded in 1985. Since then, Horizon has become a leader in radio control products and accessories.

Forging strong relationships with hobby manufacturers, retailers, and consumers worldwide, the company features the

best brands in the industry. Horizon is committed to delivering innovative products and providing an exceptional customer

experience. With employees around the globe, Horizon Hobby is an international company with locations in the United States,

Germany, England, and China. The company is headquartered in Champaign, Illinois.

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