Electric RC Cars

An Electric RC car is a radio-controlled car operated on batteries. In comparison to the Nitro (gas-driven) RC cars, which are powered by a small engine that runs on a mixture of nitro methane, methanol and oil, the Electric RC cars are economical, and easy to operate and maintain.

Due to their low cost, and ease of operability and maintenance these are very suitable for beginners. Electric RC cars are, therefore, very popular with both beginners and serious hobbyists.

In late 1970s, Japanese firm, 'Tamiya' was the first to pioneer the art of radio controllable model cars. Modern electric radio controlled cars appeared on the scene in America in the early 1980s. Today, like others varieties, Electric RC cars are also available in on-road and off-road versions.

An Electric RC car essentially consists of a battery pack, motor, servo, radio electronics, etc., in addition to basic transmission and steering mechanisms.

To the uninitiated in other countries, these modern miniature model cars were bafflingly similar to real cars. With aircraft grade aluminium alloys for the body, high impact resistant polymers for wheels (which even take little tires), fully functional shock absorbers, transmissions, drive systems and multi-channel radio controlled electronics, these little machines were both toys and hobby gadgets for the people in developed nations.

To cap it all, these are available in ready-to-use cars for novices and as do-it-yourself kits for the mechanical enthusiasts.

Electric RC cars are supported by good after sales service and wide availability of spares. You can purchase anywhere from a $20 toy Electric RC car to a few thousands of dollars worthy monster cars depending on your taste, budget and purpose, either in shops or online.

The toy-grade cheap Electric RC cars offer less-scope for disassembling, repair, renovation / upgrading etc., compared to the hobby grade expensive electric RC cars. Hence, the toy grade makes sense for children and beginners for practice.

As with the thriving industry, there are thriving RC car races, racecourses, trainers, forums, RC car enthusiasts' clubs and communities. One would completely be immersed, once entered this world. As usual, the Internet is replete with guidance and resources. Just Google in it!