Bestselling Electric R/C Car Kits

Here are some of the bestselling or popular electric r/c car kits from various online hobby shops as of 18 Feb 2010.
RC Market

XRAY T3 EU Rubber Spec TC
Tamiya TRF 416x
3 Racing F109 Formula 1 EP Car
Top TC Photon TC
Tamiya M05 Pro Chassis

RC Planet

Associated Factory Team TC5
HPI E10 Drift Mazda RX7
Associated Factory Team 12R5
Hot Bodies Cyclone TC
Associated [...]

LRP ESC and Motor Tips

Reto Koenig
R&D, LRP electronic GmbH
Generally speaking, a smaller rotor improves driveability (smoother) and gives more topend but the downside is slighly lower efficiency and less torque. Temperature isn’t much different.
unfortunately no comparison possible between powerprofiles of SPX StockSpec and boost profiles SXX StockSpec is possible!
The reason is that algorithm works differently and SXX StockSpec clearly [...]

IFMAR Brushless Motors List

Here is a list of IFMAR approved brushless motors.
Approved for IFMAR r/c racing:

APO Team Powers
Orion Vortex 2008 Race
LRP Vector X12
GM Racing Brushless Pro
Team Check-Point
Trinity
King Golden Speed Passion Competition 2.0
Novac Ballistic

Related topics:
Guide to electric r/c motors.

Team Powers Brushless Motor Checker Dyno

Here is a photo and video of the Team Powers brushless motor checker / dyno. It is a great tuning tool to have. You can easily check which of your motors are the fastest.

You can check for the rpm, current draw and KV. Here is a video of a Novak 4.5T brushless motor being tested. [...]

XRAY T3 R/C Touring Car

Here is a picture, video and summary of the new XRAY T3 radio controlled 1/10 scale electric touring car designed for the serious racers. Although I love Tamiya, this new XRAY car makes me want to buy one.
A totally new car where the balancing point and geometry have been changed and designed for lipo and brushless [...]

Tamiya Brushless ESC 01

Hi, I just came back from my local hobby shop (Lils Futaba) where I bought a Tamiya brushless 12T with ESC01 combo for $132 USD.
Tamiya Brushless ESC 01  (TBLE-01) specifications:
Forward / brake / reverse * maximum continuous current = 100amps * input voltage = 6.6 – 7.2v * 30 x 42 x 31mm * weight = [...]

Tamiya Brushless Motor 12T and ESC01

Hi, I just came back from my local hobby shop (Lils Futaba) where I bought a Tamiya brushless 12T with ESC01 combo. This is supposed to be equal to a 23T brushed motor. Cost was relatively cheap at around $132 USD.
I installed it in a Tamiya M05 mini. It is a nice motor, faster than a Sport [...]

Lipo Battery Guide

I love Lipos, they are generally maintenance free and hold their power very well. Here are some guides on charging, using and storing Lipos.
Charging

Only use a Lipo charger. Do not use other types.
Typically charge at 3 amps. Follow the charging guideline that comes with your battery pack.
Do not connect the positive and negative together. This [...]

Cheap RC Cars

Hi, if you are looking for cheap rc cars, I would recommend electric powered (on or off road). There are great hobby quality rc cars from Tamiya, HPI, Associated, etc. Cheapest would be the smaller scale.
For example, a 1/36 Losi Micro T, complete with battery, charger, and radio control system, sells for approximately $80.
For 1/10 scale on [...]

Tamiya TB03

The Tamiya TB03 is a shaft drive design for efficiency in running stock class motor racing. If you are running a 23T or milder category, the TB03 might be faster than belt drive designs such as the TA05 IFS.
Features: Turnbuckle shaft * electric motor * spur gear cover * double wishbone suspension * ball differential [...]

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