Mini Dune Buggys
Electric or Nitro – That is The Question
Radio controlled cars are an exceedingly exciting and fun hobby for young and old alike. But one of the first questions for the newcomer to radio controlled cars is whether to choose an electric car or nitro powered car.
As a general rule nitro RC cars are really best for someone who has gained a little experience. And an electric RC car is the best way to gain that vital experience.
Electric RC cars are simpler. They make less noise and they are much cleaner than their nitro powered counterparts. The downside of electric is that they don’t quite have the realism of nitro powered and some are less powerful.
But electric RC cars are available in some great designs that are a whole lot of fun and can hold their own against nitro powered models. One small recommendation I would make is that you buy at least two battery packs. Battery packs can generally be charged in around 3 minutes but some only last for about 5 minutes so it is always worthwhile buying a few to make the most of your car.
I love off road rc cars, especially dune buggys which I take to the sand dunes on some beached near to where I live. I like to take along maybe four or five fully charged battery packs, just to make the most of my time jumping and racing in the sand dunes.
The key advantage of electric over nitro powered radio controlled cars is how easy they are to maintain. Like real cars nitro powered rc cars use real engines and these need the same sort of maintenance as the full size models. Electric RC cars are much simpler and therefore much more suitable for beginners and youngsters.
You can get both electric and nitro RC cars in kit form and this adds another aspect to the hobby. Building your own RC car can be enormously satisfying and is a great learning experience. But, again, I recommend starting with an electric model and then moving on to a nitro powered car if you find you enjoy the hobby.
Nitro Circus Live Las Vegas 2011 – Mini Dune Buggy Jump Crash
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Razor Dirt Quad Electric Four-Wheeled Off-Road Vehicle (Red) $355.99 Ready for rugged, off-road adventures’ The Razor Dirt Quad combines high performance with realistic detail and styling. Features:Powered by a 350-watt motorReaches speeds up to 10 mphHigh-torque drive train with built-in torque reducer produces incredible off-road and climbing capabilitiesConstructed from shatter-resistant plastic fairings on a powder-coated tubular steel frameUL listed; requires … |
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Razor 1.5 Amp Battery Charger $11.87 … |
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Amber 48 LED Motorcycle Turn Signal, Marker or Blinker Lights in Side Mount Polished Aluminum Housings $55.99 This item is one pair of Harrison Specialties 48 LED Amber Super Lights in side mount polished aluminum housings. These lights are amazingly bright; they will greatly increase the visibility of your vehicle. Actually the high intensity light is so bright it can not be directly viewed close up. Look at the photos and you will see what we mean. Mounts on common light bars or most anywhere else addit… |
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Razor Ground Force Drifter Kart $192.12 From fun zones to pro tracks, go-kart racing is a stable of American entertainment. Now you can bring the fun home with you like never before with the Ground Force Drifter kart. Based on the original Ground Force, the Drifter offers such features as low-profile cast-aluminum wheels, a sturdy steel frame, and an upgraded rear axle for increased maneuverability. The kart’s variable-speed, chain-driv… |
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Razor Dune Buggy $339.99 You’ll turn heads as you whiz by in this slick, smooth-running Dune Buggy. Features:350-Watt motor8″ knobby pneumatic tiresSpeeds up to 8 mphActive rear suspensionReduction drive provides high-torque gearingBucket seat with safety strapDurable tubular steel framePowder-coated finishDiamond tread floorboardsHand-operated throttle and brake controlsRear disc brakeBrush barSafety flagStores verticall… |
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