Radio controlled models also sometimes called remote controlled models come in all shapes and sizes you can get planes, helicopters, boats, cars and trucks and more all RC. Also there are various types of each to choose from depending on what you want to get from your rc model. With RC cars for example there are off road models designed for the use off road and on all terrain, these often come with chunky tires to enable them to grip better in muddy situations or climbing dunes. Then still on the subject of radio controlled cars there are road racing cars designed for speed and racing and there are numerous types including electric (battery powered) and Nitro as well as gas powered. Some people like to just buy and race their rc cars, some like to build them theirself from a kit while others prefer rc helicopters and some glider planes. So you need to decide exactly what you want to do with your radio controlled hobby before you can decide which model is right for you.
Many people consider gas and nitro powered models to be the same and with RC cars they are often called either but when it comes to certain models in particular radio controlled boats, gas powered models run on a mixture of gasoline and oil. And nitro powered models run on a special mixture containing nitro, methanol and oil.
In general nitro powered models whether boats or cars are more powerful and much faster. So another thing to consider is where you will be using your radio controlled model, I mean do you have enough room to use the kind of speed and power associated with nitro models. Another factor to consider is the noise difference. Also when you are running a gas or a nitro powered model there are more mechanical components to maintain such as the carburetor and fuel and air filters to name just a few where as electric powered models are much cheaper to buy , are easy to maintain and make less noise. Also when it comes to refueling it is easier and quicker to change a battery pack than it is to refuel gas. ( that being said, many electric cars require the shell to be removed or other covers to get to the battery pack).
Radio controlled models are becoming increasingly more popular and come in all shapes and sizes from scale models to monster trucks and various sizes of planes, gliders, boats, and helicopters. Also there are plenty of events, shows and races for the enthusiast to attend if they wish.
Q&A
Got no hobbies … Like cars, Need help … 14.?
I love R / C cars when I was little I had a few … Now I’m 14 and my mom and dad will not let me spend money … I have no hobbies and I love all models / rc cars and so on … Does anyone know a cheap hobby club in this region for cars and stuff .. Max I can sorta spend is about £10 a week (I get £10 a week to eat in the canteen of the school, but I’m willing to spend it on this hobby) … i live in the UK, England, Birmingham, Thanks.
..admin – Why not get a job, specifically with the special shops that fix, sell, etc. toy car models? In this way. . . you have money, get discounts to buy something at the store. . . I think employers to hire young responsible guys like you. . . it all depends on your performance and appearance. . .
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