Petrol Nitro Electric
Radio Control Cars & Engines
Electric Motor or Engine Powered |
| ELECTRIC VEHICLES have the advantage of clean, quiet operation. They expel no fumes, and don't produce any significant noise. ENGINE POWERED MODELS, which are more commonly called "nitro" kits, because they run on nitromethane-based fuel , have two primary advantages: higher speed and longer run time .PETROL POWERED MODELS are usually large scale 1/5 or 1/6 and are for the Experienced Driver as they are very big , fast and heavy >They can be operated indoors, cost less than similar engine-powered models, and are the easiest types of vehicles to get started in the hobby with. In terms of performance, electric models can have some disadvantages. Duration is limited by battery capacity, so you'll have to stop every ten minutes or so to recharge the battery pack (or install a fresh pack, if you have a few charged and ready to go). In stock form, electric vehicles are generally not as fast as similar nitro-powered machines, but it's easy to make an electric car faster with an aftermarket motor, although such a modification will also decrease battery life.The manufacturers of Electric models are listed on the right of this page. Click on each one to view the different models
ENGINE POWERED MODELS, which are more commonly called "nitro" kits, because they run on nitromethane-based fuel , have two primary advantages: higher speed and longer run time. It's easy to make a "pit stop" for more fuel with a nitro-powered car, and keep driving with only a moment's interuption. But remember, the on-board battery that powers the vital radio gear will eventually need a recharge, so don't go too long without stopping! Nitro cars are generally faster than similar electrics, and the realism of authentic engine sound and exhaust smoke add a gee-whiz factor that electrics can't match. But those can also be disadvantages, if you wish to operate the vehicle in an area where noise is an issue, or wish to run your car indoors—nitro-power is for the great outdoors only. Nitro cars also require more frequent maintenance, are more expensive than similar electric models, and tend to be a little messy, due to fuel and exhaust residue.The manufacturers of Nitro models are listed on the right of this page. Click on each one to view the different models PETROL POWERED MODELS are usually large scale 1/5 or 1/6 and are for the Experienced Driver as they are very big , fast and heavy .The manufacturers of Petrol models are listed on the right of this page. Click on each one to view the different models |