Very fast.
Gas powered RC cars can accelerate for 0 - 60 mph in less than 2 seconds.
How many real cars can do that?
My rc hall of fame is based on my research. However, I am sure there must be some cars who should be on this list. Kindly let me know... and I will update this page accordingly.
Do you have a fast rc car? Let me know and I will post its speed and details on this page.
Which is faster, gas or electric cars?
Based on what I know... the hall of fame cars are all electric cars. So for ultimate top speeds... electrics seem to dominate.
But if we are talking about racing over 30 to 60 minutes long, gas cars can consistently post the fastest lap speeds.
How fast can RC cars go?
Stock electric trucks (10 to 15 mph)
Stock electric buggies (15 - 20 mph)
Stock electric pan cars (25 - 35 mph)
Modified touring cars (30+ mph)
Gas touring cars (40 - 50 mph)
1/8th scale off-road (40+ mph)
1/8th scale on-road (70+ mph)
Dragsters (70+ mph)
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
How fast can an rc car go?
Very fast.
Gas powered RC cars can accelerate for 0 - 60 mph in less than 2 seconds.
How many real cars can do that?
My rc hall of fame is based on my research. However, I am sure there must be some cars who should be on this list. Kindly let me know... and I will update this page accordingly.
Do you have a fast rc car? Let me know and I will post its speed and details on this page.
Which is faster, gas or electric cars?
Based on what I know... the hall of fame cars are all electric cars. So for ultimate top speeds... electrics seem to dominate.
But if we are talking about racing over 30 to 60 minutes long, gas cars can consistently post the fastest lap speeds.
How fast can RC cars go?
Stock electric trucks (10 to 15 mph)
Stock electric buggies (15 - 20 mph)
Stock electric pan cars (25 - 35 mph)
Modified touring cars (30+ mph)
Gas touring cars (40 - 50 mph)
1/8th scale off-road (40+ mph)
1/8th scale on-road (70+ mph)
Dragsters (70+ mph)
On-Road vs. Off-Road
Radio controlled cars are usually designed to run on either on-road (i.e. parking lot) or off-road (i.e. dirt tracks).
On-road rc cars are designed to run on smooth concrete or asphalt surfaces. Traditional on-road cars used a pan chassis, direct drive transmission, and foam tires. The latest on-road craze has introduced new designs. Touring cars make use of full suspension chassis, gearbox transmission, 4-wheel drive, and rubber tires.
Off-road rc cars and trucks are designed to run on rough surfaces, such as backyards and dirt tracks. The cars are typically classified either as buggies, trucks, and monster trucks. Buggies use big rubber rear tires and thin front tires. Trucks use big rubber tires on all four wheels. And monster trucks use very large rubber tires and are the biggest of all radio controlled models.
What RC car should I buy?
If you are new to the hobby, try the off-road rc trucks. You can play them on the pavement or dirt tracks such as baseball fields and backyards. They are also very durable and should give you years of fun.
You can also buy rc monster trucks. The oversized tires allow these radio controlled beasts to run on virtually any terrain. These are fun to play with especially on the beach!
Most popular today are the Traxxas T-maxx and Tamiya Terra Crusher.
Which is the fastest RC car?
If you are after pure speed, on-road rc cars are the best. Electric powered on-road rc cars can reach speeds of 40 mph... while the nitro powered cars can reach in excess of 70 mph... definitely not for beginners.
Best brands are Tamiya, Serpent, OFNA, NEO, Kyosho, HPI, Traxxas, and Bolink.
For beginners, try an electric touring car like the cheap HPI Dash RC Car.
If you want 50+ mph nitro cars, try the OFNA OB4 Nitro RC Car.
On-road rc cars are designed to run on smooth concrete or asphalt surfaces. Traditional on-road cars used a pan chassis, direct drive transmission, and foam tires. The latest on-road craze has introduced new designs. Touring cars make use of full suspension chassis, gearbox transmission, 4-wheel drive, and rubber tires.
Off-road rc cars and trucks are designed to run on rough surfaces, such as backyards and dirt tracks. The cars are typically classified either as buggies, trucks, and monster trucks. Buggies use big rubber rear tires and thin front tires. Trucks use big rubber tires on all four wheels. And monster trucks use very large rubber tires and are the biggest of all radio controlled models.
What RC car should I buy?
If you are new to the hobby, try the off-road rc trucks. You can play them on the pavement or dirt tracks such as baseball fields and backyards. They are also very durable and should give you years of fun.
You can also buy rc monster trucks. The oversized tires allow these radio controlled beasts to run on virtually any terrain. These are fun to play with especially on the beach!
Most popular today are the Traxxas T-maxx and Tamiya Terra Crusher.
Which is the fastest RC car?
If you are after pure speed, on-road rc cars are the best. Electric powered on-road rc cars can reach speeds of 40 mph... while the nitro powered cars can reach in excess of 70 mph... definitely not for beginners.
Best brands are Tamiya, Serpent, OFNA, NEO, Kyosho, HPI, Traxxas, and Bolink.
For beginners, try an electric touring car like the cheap HPI Dash RC Car.
If you want 50+ mph nitro cars, try the OFNA OB4 Nitro RC Car.
Gas or Electric Car?????
Newcomers to the hobby may have more fun by beginning with radio controlled electric cars. They are easier to maintain, cleaner, and you can run them at most places because it is quiet and there are no gas fumes.
Gas powered cars provide additional excitement to those already "bored" with electric cars. Gas cars are fast and realistic. They can have two to three gears (automatic transmission), have a "gas" engine, and provide the sound and smell of real cars. There is also no need to wait for batteries to charge... just make a pit stop and refill the fuel tank. Due to the high speed, noise, and exhaust fumes, gas cars are normally limited to running on special tracks and wide open areas of land.
Having both types of models, each has its own appeal. There are times when the hassle of tuning engines is not desired, and the quiet and serenity that an electric car brings is an advantage. Other times, the smell of gas, the sound of the motors, and the shifting of gears is what makes me happy.
In any case, whatever type of car you buy will surely bring you hours of fun.
Gas Powered RC Cars
Pro:
Fast out of the box
Realism
Might be cheaper to operate in the long run
Con:
Fumes
Must handle "flammable fuel"
Noise
More complex
Sometimes the engine does not want to run at all
Electric Powered RC Cars
Pro:
Easy to build
Always ready to run
Con:
Batteries are getting expensive
Gas powered cars provide additional excitement to those already "bored" with electric cars. Gas cars are fast and realistic. They can have two to three gears (automatic transmission), have a "gas" engine, and provide the sound and smell of real cars. There is also no need to wait for batteries to charge... just make a pit stop and refill the fuel tank. Due to the high speed, noise, and exhaust fumes, gas cars are normally limited to running on special tracks and wide open areas of land.
Having both types of models, each has its own appeal. There are times when the hassle of tuning engines is not desired, and the quiet and serenity that an electric car brings is an advantage. Other times, the smell of gas, the sound of the motors, and the shifting of gears is what makes me happy.
In any case, whatever type of car you buy will surely bring you hours of fun.
Gas Powered RC Cars
Pro:
Fast out of the box
Realism
Might be cheaper to operate in the long run
Con:
Fumes
Must handle "flammable fuel"
Noise
More complex
Sometimes the engine does not want to run at all
Electric Powered RC Cars
Pro:
Easy to build
Always ready to run
Con:
Batteries are getting expensive
Buyer's Guide to Radio Control Cars
This page is about fast and cheap radio controlled cars powered by electric motors or gas nitro engines.
ContentWhat are the Best Brands of Radio Control Cars?The Cheapest Radio Control Cars Money Can Buy!How Fast Can a Radio Control Car Go?Where Can I Buy Radio Control Cars?
What are the Best Brands of Radio Control Cars?The best radio controlled cars are made by companies such as Team Associated, HPI Racing, Kyosho, Team Losi, Mugen, OFNA, Tamiya, Traxxas, Schumacher, Serpent, and Yokomo.
Nikko is a popular brand, but they are more of the "toy" quality cars as compared to hobby quality model kits. However, if you are just getting started or would like to buy a radio controlled car for young people, then Nikko is one of the best brands you can buy.
But if it is the fast hobby quality rc cars you are looking for, then buy brands such as Associated, HPI, Kyosho, Tamiya, and Traxxas.
The Cheapest Radio Control Cars Money Can Buy!Radio control cars are relatively cheap. Ready to run kits such as the HPI Dash can be bought for less than $100.
However, for the best value for your money, I recommend 1/10th scale touring electric powered radio control cars that are run on asphalt tracks or parking lots. Some of the best buys are the HPI Sprint RTR or the Associated TC3 RTR.
If you do not have much space, try the smaller 1/18th scale touring cars such as the HPI Micro HPI Micro RS4 electric powered radio control car.
There are also gas powered or nitro powered radio control cars such as the Associated Nitro TC3. These cars are powered by 2-stroke gas or nitro engines, have tuned pipes, 4 wheel drive transmissions, and single or two-speed automatic transmission.
How Fast Can a Radio Control Car Go?Electric powered radio control cars such as the HPI Dash would reach 12 - 15 miles per hour, while the HPI Sprint RTR would go 23 mph out of the box. You can modify these electric cars by adding modified motors, batteries, speed controllers, etc. to push the speeds in excess of 35 mph.
Gas powered radio control cars such as the Associated Nitro TC3 would go 30 mph out of the box. Two-speed transmission models would go 40 mph, and modified nitro engines and tuned pipes would push the cars past 50 mph. King are the 1/8th scale, three-speed transmission on-road radio controlled gas cars that can push 70 mph.
Where Can I Buy Radio Control Cars?You can buy radio control cars for sale from your local hobby shop or buy conveniently online. There are also online discount coupons that offer 5% discounts or more when you buy online.
ContentWhat are the Best Brands of Radio Control Cars?The Cheapest Radio Control Cars Money Can Buy!How Fast Can a Radio Control Car Go?Where Can I Buy Radio Control Cars?
What are the Best Brands of Radio Control Cars?The best radio controlled cars are made by companies such as Team Associated, HPI Racing, Kyosho, Team Losi, Mugen, OFNA, Tamiya, Traxxas, Schumacher, Serpent, and Yokomo.
Nikko is a popular brand, but they are more of the "toy" quality cars as compared to hobby quality model kits. However, if you are just getting started or would like to buy a radio controlled car for young people, then Nikko is one of the best brands you can buy.
But if it is the fast hobby quality rc cars you are looking for, then buy brands such as Associated, HPI, Kyosho, Tamiya, and Traxxas.
The Cheapest Radio Control Cars Money Can Buy!Radio control cars are relatively cheap. Ready to run kits such as the HPI Dash can be bought for less than $100.
However, for the best value for your money, I recommend 1/10th scale touring electric powered radio control cars that are run on asphalt tracks or parking lots. Some of the best buys are the HPI Sprint RTR or the Associated TC3 RTR.
If you do not have much space, try the smaller 1/18th scale touring cars such as the HPI Micro HPI Micro RS4 electric powered radio control car.
There are also gas powered or nitro powered radio control cars such as the Associated Nitro TC3. These cars are powered by 2-stroke gas or nitro engines, have tuned pipes, 4 wheel drive transmissions, and single or two-speed automatic transmission.
How Fast Can a Radio Control Car Go?Electric powered radio control cars such as the HPI Dash would reach 12 - 15 miles per hour, while the HPI Sprint RTR would go 23 mph out of the box. You can modify these electric cars by adding modified motors, batteries, speed controllers, etc. to push the speeds in excess of 35 mph.
Gas powered radio control cars such as the Associated Nitro TC3 would go 30 mph out of the box. Two-speed transmission models would go 40 mph, and modified nitro engines and tuned pipes would push the cars past 50 mph. King are the 1/8th scale, three-speed transmission on-road radio controlled gas cars that can push 70 mph.
Where Can I Buy Radio Control Cars?You can buy radio control cars for sale from your local hobby shop or buy conveniently online. There are also online discount coupons that offer 5% discounts or more when you buy online.
SEVEN WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR CAR'S PERFORMANCE
For those who have already bought rc cars, hopeyour are having lots of fun. If you need more speed, here areseven ways to make your car go faster.
1. Ball bearings - these will reduce a lot of friction in the axlesand transmission. Expect 10 - 20% increase in speed.
2. Using lightweight parts - graphite chassis, aluminum screws,titanium drive shafts will make a car lighter. This results in fasteracceleration, top speed, reduced motor wear, and longer batterylife. Expect a 5 - 10% increase in speed.
3. Improve suspension and car handling - oil filled shockabsorbers, tuned springs, and sway bars will help your car gofaster around corners, and handle a lot better, especially onrough tracks.
4. Faster steering - a high-speed steering servo will help yourcar react faster to steering inputs.
5. Faster electric motors - modified motor provide a greatspeed and power boost over the stock Mabuchi 540 motor. Amild 24 degree motor may push your touring car to 30 mph,while the highly modified 10 turn motors push electric touringcars near 40 mph.
6. High capacity batteries - racing quality NiMH battery packsare made of individual cells that have been matched, so thateach cell provides the same power and discharge curve as allthe other cells in the battery pack. This ensures maximum power.
7. Electronic speed control - replacing the stock mechanicalspeed controller with a budget electronic speed control (esc) isalready a big plus. ESC provides smooth throttle control andprecise braking capability. Budget ESC can handle 19 turnmotors, while high capacity ESC can handle the hotter 10 turnmodified motors.
1. Ball bearings - these will reduce a lot of friction in the axlesand transmission. Expect 10 - 20% increase in speed.
2. Using lightweight parts - graphite chassis, aluminum screws,titanium drive shafts will make a car lighter. This results in fasteracceleration, top speed, reduced motor wear, and longer batterylife. Expect a 5 - 10% increase in speed.
3. Improve suspension and car handling - oil filled shockabsorbers, tuned springs, and sway bars will help your car gofaster around corners, and handle a lot better, especially onrough tracks.
4. Faster steering - a high-speed steering servo will help yourcar react faster to steering inputs.
5. Faster electric motors - modified motor provide a greatspeed and power boost over the stock Mabuchi 540 motor. Amild 24 degree motor may push your touring car to 30 mph,while the highly modified 10 turn motors push electric touringcars near 40 mph.
6. High capacity batteries - racing quality NiMH battery packsare made of individual cells that have been matched, so thateach cell provides the same power and discharge curve as allthe other cells in the battery pack. This ensures maximum power.
7. Electronic speed control - replacing the stock mechanicalspeed controller with a budget electronic speed control (esc) isalready a big plus. ESC provides smooth throttle control andprecise braking capability. Budget ESC can handle 19 turnmotors, while high capacity ESC can handle the hotter 10 turnmodified motors.
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