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Different Types of RC Cars

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RC cars provide a wonderful way to people to spend their leisure time having some fun. They also use RC cars to race around against their friends and other RC car enthusiasts. There are numerous types of RC cars out there. However, there are two basic types of RC cars that are known as gas-powered RC cars and electric RC cars.

Nitro RC Cars RTR

Let’s have a look at the first of the types of RC cars. Despite buying a Ready to Run (RTR) nitro RC car, you have to carry out a few subtle changes to the device. It comes with an engine needle setting to be done. In some professional models, there could be two engine needle settings required.

The accompanying user’s manual should be thoroughly studied and referred to, as you customize your vehicle. Ensure that you tune up and maintain your device on a regular basis. The needle should only be turned only a few millimeters counterclockwise simultaneously when you start the vehicle. It can be further adjusted before the nitro RC car runs smoother.

Collectible RC Cars

There are radio-controlled cars available for collectors so that they are able to keep those replicas in their showcases. There are also RC cars available on the market for RC car junkies who love to build and customize their vehicles right from scratch.

Collectible RC cars are generally expensive owing to their costly material and the attention to detail put in by the engineers. Once you get the RC car of your dreams, you should be on the lookout for having some fun with it. Scour through your neighborhood and discover any RC car meetups.

You will find plenty of drivers in these meetups. You can also participate in races. This will enable to enhance your vehicle’s performance characteristics and also make a few friends.

Nitro Fuel

Keep in mind that nitro fuel is flammable and produces toxic fumes, unlike the other types of RC cars. Therefore, it is advisable to use the nitro RC car outdoors only. You also need to take requisite precautionary measures while storing some nitro fuel.

If you are trying your hands on a nitro RC for the first time, I would recommend you to drive it in a wide-open space such as your local park since these cars tend to be very powerful and a rookie could easily get panicked. It is judicious to practice hard first since if you crash your car against a rock or some other obstacle on the way at such a fast speed, it could be detrimental to the health of your car.

However, with the passage of time, as you acquire the requisite skill and prowess, you will be able to get better and better in the art of driving the petrol RC car.

Petrol RC Cars

Nitro fuel is required to power a nitro RC car. Nitro RC cars are becoming popular among RC car nerds with every passing day. Owing to their robustness and fast speed, the nitro RC cars are able to drive smoothly with great stability. They offer plenty of fun and entertainment in addition to challenging the driver to exercise his or her dexterity. If you are yet to own a petrol RC car, then you are missing something in your life that you are definitely going to end up regretting in the days to come.

Radio Controller

The radio transmitter or radio controller is a portable gizmo that operates at a frequency of 2.4GHz. It has a number of channels to function on. Different controllers offer different operational ranges. A signal is transmitted to the radio receiver inside your car by the radio controller. Controllers are manufactured by numerous brands and offer a wide array of features. They have different price tags associated with them as well.

Accessories

Another thing of importance that you need to keep in mind while buying a petrol RC car or an electric RC car is the accessories that can be used to upgrade or replace its different parts. There is a high probability that you may end up damaging your vehicle during races and everyday usage. So, your vehicle requires spare parts in your repertoire for replacement purposes.

RC Drifting Cars

As you become adept at driving RC cars, you would inevitably be attracted to drifters. These are 1/16 and 1/10 scale models and equipped with sophisticated motors, accurate electronic speed controllers, four-wheel-drive systems, ball bearings, etc. These machines are affordable and easy to maintain. The technology integrated into these super-fast vehicles enables them to participate in drifting events and stand out from among the crowd.

Model Road Course Circuits

In order to support the high end and superbly crafted RC cars, RC car enthusiasts build detailed and comprehensive model road course circuits. More often than not, the track is loaded with tight corners and all the obstacles that you would generally come across on highways and common roads.

In comparison to other types of RC Cars, these models generally have painted lanes and exits to challenge the prowess of drivers. The tracks designed for beginners are adorned with small-sized cones to serve the purpose of regulators and guides.