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Published: August 3, 2007
Functioning as both a children's toy and a serious hobby for adults, radio controlled toys have entertained many since the creation of RC cars in the 1960s. Since then, radio controlled toys have expanded from cars to other miniaturized forms of transportation such as RC airplanes, trucks, helicopters and boats.
RC cars and trucks can be powered by either battery or gas.
Beginners would be advised to start with a battery powered car, as they emit fewer fumes and are easier to maintain as radio controlled toys. RC cars utilize electric motors boosted by a 7.2 volt battery. These radio controlled toys can get up to speeds of 25 miles per hour straight out of the box. If the buyer purchases a car kit alone a transmitter, the 7.2 volt car battery and battery charger, and batteries for the transmitter will also be needed. These will usually be AA batteries.
Of course, this all comes second to buying the actual RC cars. Once the prospective buyer decides between an electric or gas-powered car, the search for the right model begins. Traxxas and HPI Racing are two companies that manufacture both types of these radio controlled toys. In the electric department, Traxxas claims their Rustler model speeds ahead of other electric cars, which are traditionally slower than gas-powered models. Ball bearings, a performance part for many RC cars, come included with the Rustler, along with quality suspension and transmission components. Those looking for RC trucks can also turn to Traxxas to get their fix; their Stampede is just one of Traxxas' vibrantly colored monster trucks, and like the Rustler, it is available in electric and gas powered versions. For car enthusiasts who like realistic imitations, RC cars also exist that mimic real life automobiles such as Nissan, Mercedes and Chevrolet in detail.
Radio controlled toys are not limited to the ground. RC airplanes are available for those who like to take their fun into the air. As with RC cars and trucks, RC airplanes come in gas and electric formats. Hobbico makes a gas powered airplane, the Nextar 46 Trainer ARF, that requires some assembly but at only $99.99, saves the consumer money. Models such as the Nextar 46 RTF and the Hobbistar 60 Select RTF run higher; both cost $379.
Helicopters come in radio controlled toys forms as well. GWS, who also makes RC airplanes, is just one of several manufacturers of RC helicopters. Their Mini Dragonfly II helicopter model varies in price, from $61.99 to $173.79 depending on the type. The least expensive model, the Mini Dragonfly ARF, comes with a decal sheet but requires the customer buy the four-channel transmitter and battery separately for these radio controlled toys.
If the hobbyist has conquered land and air, RC boats are the next logical step in radio controlled toys world domination. RC boats can be made of fiberglass or wood, and come in electric and gas varieties. Bringing more decisions to the table, makers of RC boats such as Dumas manufacturer offers both sport and tugboat models. Requiring construction but ideal for beginners, Dumas' Midwest Liberty Tugboat kits include all the wood and accessories to build the radio controlled toys. Buyers must supply the tools, paint and their own electric motor plus batteries or miniature steam engine.
Just as enthusiasts of life-sized vehicles, avid fans of radio controlled toys often modify their RC cars or trucks to give them an extra boost or enhance the appearance. Fitting RC cars with higher power batteries, ball bearings, different motors and other accessories can allow these radio controlled toys to top 40 miles per hour. Electric motors go up from $50 on TowerHobbies.com, while body kits for radio controlled toys can range from $16.99 to $34.99 depending on the model. Wheels, rims and suspension systems are also available to take RC cars and trucks to the next level.
Radio controlled toys can be purchased online at specialty stores such as HobbyTron or Trend Times. Both sites offer a host of models with tight-as-a-drum encrypted security to ensure the safety of every purchase. HobbyTron ships to anywhere in the United States, while Trend Times ships not only to the U.S. but Canada as well. The ease of working on and maintaining radio controlled toys, coupled with wide availability, make the hobby of radio controlled toys an easy one to get into.
Sources:
"History and Evolution of RC Cars." RCCarTips.com. 2003-2005. RCCarTips.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-history.htm.
"Beginner's Guide to Electric R/C Cars and Trucks." RCCarTips.com. 2003-2005. RCCarTips.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/electric-rccars.htm.
"Electric RC Cars – Give The Gift of Speed." Everything-RC-Cars.com. 2007. Everything-RC-Cars.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.everything-rc-cars.com/electric-rc-cars .htm.
Hobbico NexSTAR 46 Select 4-Channel RTF 68.75". TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;P=SM&I=LXEXK2**.
Hobbico NexSTAR 46 Trainer ARF .46,68.75''. TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;P=SM&I=LXJDH3.
Midwest Liberty Tug Boat R/C Kit. TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;I=LXWW92&P=0.
"Car and Truck Accessory Categories." TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/listings/cat-c2.html.
RC cars and trucks can be powered by either battery or gas.
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Of course, this all comes second to buying the actual RC cars. Once the prospective buyer decides between an electric or gas-powered car, the search for the right model begins. Traxxas and HPI Racing are two companies that manufacture both types of these radio controlled toys. In the electric department, Traxxas claims their Rustler model speeds ahead of other electric cars, which are traditionally slower than gas-powered models. Ball bearings, a performance part for many RC cars, come included with the Rustler, along with quality suspension and transmission components. Those looking for RC trucks can also turn to Traxxas to get their fix; their Stampede is just one of Traxxas' vibrantly colored monster trucks, and like the Rustler, it is available in electric and gas powered versions. For car enthusiasts who like realistic imitations, RC cars also exist that mimic real life automobiles such as Nissan, Mercedes and Chevrolet in detail.
Radio controlled toys are not limited to the ground. RC airplanes are available for those who like to take their fun into the air. As with RC cars and trucks, RC airplanes come in gas and electric formats. Hobbico makes a gas powered airplane, the Nextar 46 Trainer ARF, that requires some assembly but at only $99.99, saves the consumer money. Models such as the Nextar 46 RTF and the Hobbistar 60 Select RTF run higher; both cost $379.
Helicopters come in radio controlled toys forms as well. GWS, who also makes RC airplanes, is just one of several manufacturers of RC helicopters. Their Mini Dragonfly II helicopter model varies in price, from $61.99 to $173.79 depending on the type. The least expensive model, the Mini Dragonfly ARF, comes with a decal sheet but requires the customer buy the four-channel transmitter and battery separately for these radio controlled toys.
If the hobbyist has conquered land and air, RC boats are the next logical step in radio controlled toys world domination. RC boats can be made of fiberglass or wood, and come in electric and gas varieties. Bringing more decisions to the table, makers of RC boats such as Dumas manufacturer offers both sport and tugboat models. Requiring construction but ideal for beginners, Dumas' Midwest Liberty Tugboat kits include all the wood and accessories to build the radio controlled toys. Buyers must supply the tools, paint and their own electric motor plus batteries or miniature steam engine.
Just as enthusiasts of life-sized vehicles, avid fans of radio controlled toys often modify their RC cars or trucks to give them an extra boost or enhance the appearance. Fitting RC cars with higher power batteries, ball bearings, different motors and other accessories can allow these radio controlled toys to top 40 miles per hour. Electric motors go up from $50 on TowerHobbies.com, while body kits for radio controlled toys can range from $16.99 to $34.99 depending on the model. Wheels, rims and suspension systems are also available to take RC cars and trucks to the next level.
Radio controlled toys can be purchased online at specialty stores such as HobbyTron or Trend Times. Both sites offer a host of models with tight-as-a-drum encrypted security to ensure the safety of every purchase. HobbyTron ships to anywhere in the United States, while Trend Times ships not only to the U.S. but Canada as well. The ease of working on and maintaining radio controlled toys, coupled with wide availability, make the hobby of radio controlled toys an easy one to get into.
Sources:
"History and Evolution of RC Cars." RCCarTips.com. 2003-2005. RCCarTips.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/rc-history.htm.
"Beginner's Guide to Electric R/C Cars and Trucks." RCCarTips.com. 2003-2005. RCCarTips.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.rccartips.com/electric-rccars.htm.
"Electric RC Cars – Give The Gift of Speed." Everything-RC-Cars.com. 2007. Everything-RC-Cars.com. 23 July 2007. http://www.everything-rc-cars.com/electric-rc-cars .htm.
Hobbico NexSTAR 46 Select 4-Channel RTF 68.75". TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;P=SM&I=LXEXK2**.
Hobbico NexSTAR 46 Trainer ARF .46,68.75''. TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;P=SM&I=LXJDH3.
Midwest Liberty Tug Boat R/C Kit. TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?& ;I=LXWW92&P=0.
"Car and Truck Accessory Categories." TowerHobbies.com. 2007. Tower Hobbies. 23 July 2007. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/listings/cat-c2.html.
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