Guide to Building Your RC Car from Scratch

The excitement of operating a scale model remote-controlled car that you constructed yourself is unmatched. It's fantastic because you'll feel secure knowing that you're racing a piece of equipment that you assembled on your own without assistance.

You should choose a car model that is appropriate for your present level of expertise. If you complete a project successfully the first time and leave with something you can drive, your confidence will grow even more. Additionally, it will equip you with the abilities you need to take on a more challenging job later on.

Selecting an Appropriate Model Kit

For quite some time, Traxxas technicians have been assembling model kits for a range of ability levels. This implies that you shouldn't have any trouble locating anything that matches your background. The Traxxas Stampede 4×4 XL-5 Kit is a good place to start. All of the electronics you could require to assemble one are included.

A Pro-Line Racing body is an option for those who would like to add some further upgrades. View a large selection of RC truck bodies, including a Ford F-100 body or a Chevy body from the early 1950s.

Traxxas RC Car Kits

For enthusiasts who are prepared to advance their modeling skills, the Traxxas TRX-4 4WD Crawler Kit is a good option. Although it comes with a chassis and a TQi 2.4 GHz radio system, there are still many options for how you want to use it. The Traxxas TRX-4 Sport Crawler Kit is an alternative for those who would rather have more choices and wish to source the electronics themselves.

Although it has all the parts you would need to assemble a physical body and some scale parts, it is devoid of electronics, allowing you to feel free to make your own choices as you assemble it. The RPM Chrome Mock Intake and Supercharger combo are two items that scale model racers who are meticulous about details would want to add to almost anything they're working on. It can give the impression of some real muscle power and add a good deal of realism.

Remember that you don't have to adhere to any particular pattern or prototype while creating your remote-controlled automobile from the ground up. Some people would instead follow specific rules to the letter or model their car after a particular racer's vehicle. Tamiya has, therefore, produced polycarbonate paint compounds that closely resemble those seen on actual cars. However, some people want to be completely creative with their designs. You are welcome to try if that is your preference.

Finding Your Particular Sense of RC Car Style

Finding something that feels right for you is essential, regardless of whether you're a purist scale modeler or want to drive more athletic designs. Please spend some time looking through our catalog.