Any type of model car that utilises a remote control system is known as an RC (radio controlled) car.
But for those interested, there are actually two kinds of these RC cars available on the market today.
The first is the toy version that has been designed for children, and the second is the hobby-grade version which is the choice of enthusiasts from adolescence and over.
The two are similar only in the fact that they represent models of real life cars and that they are both controlled via radio control.
But the differences between the two are easy to distinguish.
Whereas the toy model is just a solid plastic representation of the vehicle involved, the hobby-grade models are true-to-life representations, down to their individual parts, and for all intents and purposes have been constructed in the same manner as a real vehicle.
And the hobby-grade models require the same service and maintenance that would be required for a normal operating vehicle.
Hobby-grade RC cars, which we shall just refer to as RC cars from now on in this article, are powered in a variety of ways.
Some are electrically powered, others petrol and yet others still nitro powered.
And it is the sheer complexity of these models, or their intricacy if you like, that appears to be the main attraction for males of all ages.
Plus the fact that they can be used for racing and big boys just love to race things! Deciding on what type of RC run car he wants though, is a decision not to be taken lightly.
All types of propulsion will have both benefits and disadvantages to weigh up.
Good examples of this are the fact an electric RC car is lighter than a fuel run one, but the fuel run one will be faster than the electric one.
But with all things being equal, because these models are so intricate, it wouldn't be difficult for an enthusiast to change his electric powered RC car into a fuel run one, and vice versa.
As most RC cars are used for racing, you will find that more often than not they have been fitted with more powerful radio control systems which are ideal for controlling the vehicle from greater distances.
Regardless as to what RC car an enthusiast eventually decides to go with, one thing is for sure and this is that it will require a lot of maintenance, a lot of repair, and a lot of upgrading over time so that it maintains its usability factor.
Although it may appear an arduous task to own an RC car for somebody looking into the hobby from the outside, enthusiasts will soon put these people straight by professing their love for the hobby and the fact that it is also a very rewarding experience to see their models race - and hopefully win.
But for those interested, there are actually two kinds of these RC cars available on the market today.
The first is the toy version that has been designed for children, and the second is the hobby-grade version which is the choice of enthusiasts from adolescence and over.
The two are similar only in the fact that they represent models of real life cars and that they are both controlled via radio control.
But the differences between the two are easy to distinguish.
Whereas the toy model is just a solid plastic representation of the vehicle involved, the hobby-grade models are true-to-life representations, down to their individual parts, and for all intents and purposes have been constructed in the same manner as a real vehicle.
And the hobby-grade models require the same service and maintenance that would be required for a normal operating vehicle.
Hobby-grade RC cars, which we shall just refer to as RC cars from now on in this article, are powered in a variety of ways.
Some are electrically powered, others petrol and yet others still nitro powered.
And it is the sheer complexity of these models, or their intricacy if you like, that appears to be the main attraction for males of all ages.
Plus the fact that they can be used for racing and big boys just love to race things! Deciding on what type of RC run car he wants though, is a decision not to be taken lightly.
All types of propulsion will have both benefits and disadvantages to weigh up.
Good examples of this are the fact an electric RC car is lighter than a fuel run one, but the fuel run one will be faster than the electric one.
But with all things being equal, because these models are so intricate, it wouldn't be difficult for an enthusiast to change his electric powered RC car into a fuel run one, and vice versa.
As most RC cars are used for racing, you will find that more often than not they have been fitted with more powerful radio control systems which are ideal for controlling the vehicle from greater distances.
Regardless as to what RC car an enthusiast eventually decides to go with, one thing is for sure and this is that it will require a lot of maintenance, a lot of repair, and a lot of upgrading over time so that it maintains its usability factor.
Although it may appear an arduous task to own an RC car for somebody looking into the hobby from the outside, enthusiasts will soon put these people straight by professing their love for the hobby and the fact that it is also a very rewarding experience to see their models race - and hopefully win.
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