How to Choose Your First RC Car
Getting Into RC
So you’ve caught the bug or want to discover all the excitement - now is the time to choose your first RC car!
It may be that you're a petrolhead and want to experience driving thrills in scaled-down versions of performance cars and monster trucks, or perhaps you’ve enjoyed drone flying and want to try racing thrills on the ground.
Whatever the reason you’re looking at RC cars for beginners, Voltage Models have a wide range in stock.
Where to Begin
Budget is of course one of the key factors to consider. The best RC cars for beginners don’t have to break the bank. Nor do you have to accept compromises - some models are built to last and can deliver racing and off-road thrills at very reasonable prices. For example, the Traxxas Bandit XL-5 2WD Buggy perfectly balances quality, performance and affordability. Cutting-edge technology and all-round durability make this an ideal choice as a first RC car. With a simple pull of the trigger, the Traxxas Bandit rips enormous rooster tails, soars over leaps, and delivers thrilling action in all weathers.
The type of thrills and adventures you want to experience will also determine the best RC car for you as a beginner. Is it racing at speed, or battling the challenges of rough terrain? Will you want to race after dark and be able to go out in all weather?
RC Off Roading
For off-road experiences, there are several options we recommend for beginners. The Carson RC 1/8 Land Rover Orange RTR Rock Crawler is exceptional value at under £150.
Fully sprung suspension and highly inter-lockable wheel axles mean the Carson Land Rover Defender can tackle any obstacle. Both the front and rear axles of the car are in motion and this
Land Rover has LED front lighting so it can drive at dusk and in low light. If you have a little more to spend on an off-road classic, consider the Tamiya Land Rover Defender 90. Mounted on black ABS resin rims, the Tamiya’s all-terrain tires are semi-pneumatic and the front and rear coil spring suspension of the chassis provide exceptional durability.
This RC Land Rover can even be personalised with a large selection of optional Hop-Up parts available.
Speed and Drifting
If you prefer speed and maybe want to experiment with drift racing, look no further than the Tamiya Mazda RX-7. This is an incredibly fast and responsive RC car and will take some getting used to if you’re a beginner. But you’ll be rewarded with real adrenaline rushes and hard-to-beat racing experiences! The Tamiya Mazda RX-7 is an affordable kit with simple assembly and maintenance. The Drift Spec version, the TT-02D, has extra components that make it an enjoyable drifting machine to operate.
Pre-Assembled Models
If the assembly and modelling aspects don’t appeal to you when considering your first RC car, there are plenty of ready-to-run models to choose from. One of the Voltage Model's favourites is the awesome Traxxas E-Revo 1:16 4x4 XL-2.5 Titan 550. This comes fully assembled and ready to run and includes the radio, battery and charger. This model is a scaled-down version of the full-size E-Revo VXL and includes all the track-proven innovations of its larger counterpart. The portable size makes it ideal for taking it anywhere you go so you’ll never miss an opportunity to race!
Another model to consider if you want a pre-built RC car is the Tamiya Subaru Impreza Monte-Carlo 99 - Voltage Models have these in stock, built by Tamiya specialists. For a true-to-life driving experience, this is an outstanding vehicle! The Subaru Impreza is a rally racing classic, famous for competing in the opening rally of the year in Monte Carlo. The Tamiya RC model has a strong polycarbonate chassis with separate parts used to recreate the rear wing and side mirrors.
Now you’ve decided to choose your first RC car, talk to the experts at Voltage Models!