Tamiya wild Dagger, Tamiya Juggernaut 2 (Jug) , Tamiya Clod Buster (Clod), Tamiya Hummer (Hummer), Traxxas Stampede (Pede), HPI RS4 MT (RS4 MT), etc are some pf the popular Rc models. These models are fine-tuned and tested for general use or backyard bashing. Tamiya Wild Dagger (WD) is unstoppable on most any terrain. It is durable, lightweight, has decent speed with stock motors and gearing – about 15 mph and is very fast with modified motors. Its dual motors provide a lot of torque and independent suspension. It jumps well and climbs hills very well as its gears are...

The amazing technology of Bluetooth presents a great way of exchanging data between two wireless devices. Unlike telephones, there are no wires or messy leads to worry about. You can enjoy wireless communications with short distances of up to thirty feet. Bluetooth also offers interoperability, meaning that you can use your portable Bluetooth device to connect with existing Bluetooth points. This way, you won’t have to carry a data lead or CDs of drivers around with you everywhere you go. You can enjoy the best of wireless without having to worry about installing your...

Because it meets the basic needs of connectivity in close range, Bluetooth has a very bright future ahead of it. Bluetooth is actually the result of initiatives from nine leading communications and computer industry giants, including 3-COM, Sony, Lucent, IBM, Nokia, Microsoft, etc. Since the forming of the original group, more than 1,800 manufacturers around the world have joined the initiative. According to reports, the Bluetooth technology is expected to be built into more than 100 million devices, with over 670 million enabled Bluetooth devices. Resulting from the amazing...

The technology of Bluetooth will take small area networking to the next level by removing the need for user intervention and help keep transmission power very low to preserve battery power. Each transmission signal to and from your cellular phone will use just 1 mw of power, giving you plenty of space on your battery to talk. Bluetooth is a networking standard that will work on two levels: 1. It will provide agreement at the physical level, as Bluetooth is a radio frequency standard. 2. It will provide agreement at the level of protocol, where products will have to agree on...

If one is just starting out in RC cars hobby, ready-to-run electric cars or trucks are the best choice because they get working with very little effort – charge a battery pack and go. It is helpful to know about some of the excellent, hobby-quality, electric vehicles that come completely assembled with radio systems pre-installed. These vehicles are classified as ready-to-run (RTR) and are ideal for backyard or street bashing. Most of these vehicles can also be used for competitive racing; in particular, Team Associated and Losi vehicles are raced at local race clubs throughout...

Both the RC models are highly popular amongst the RC hobbyists. Therefore one is often posed with a dilemma of which one to buy? If some important points are considered then the choice becomes easier depending upon the convenience, experience and budget. E-Maxx is used for racing and the TXT to climb steep hills and rocks. For backyard bashing trucks are fun to drive. As regards to assembly TXT is a good choice for those who like to build their own RC kits. TXT needs to be built up and radio system needs to be installed as well. In contrast, the E-Maxx comes as Ready-to-Run...

RC hobbyists always want to have a great experience with their new RC car or truck. Therefore they are always on a look out for special tips. One needs to go through the owner’s manuals thoroughly. Although it is more tempting to skip this step, but this is probably the single most important thing that one can do. In order to prevent any injury or damage to ones lovingly purchased a ultra high performance nitro vehicle, just because if little ignorance of not going through the user’s manual is not really advisable. If one is making a significant investment in a finely...

This is the most exciting electric R/C truck to be released in years. The E-Maxx is the best performing electric monster truck on the market today and light years ahead of the competition. The E-Maxx is perfect for both back yard bashing and racing. E-Maxx has been so far the best handling large-sized electric monster truck ever produced by Traxxas. It has more torque and top speed than any electric monster truck ever produced. Its the suspension delivers 4 inches of maximum ground clearance and over 3.5 inches of super plush suspension travel with eight oil-filled shocks....

The E-Maxx is a radio controlled ( R/C ), 1/10 scale, electric powered, 4-wheel drive, monster truck produced by Traxxas Corporation. When it comes to gut-wrenching, wheelie-popping monster torque, nothing comes close to E-Maxx! Twin Titan 550 motors, trick 14.4V ESC power, 3-channel radio system, ball bearings, 8 oil-filled shocks, painted body and shift on the fly 2-speed transmission all put the E-Maxx in a class by itself. E-maxx is the best, most innovative, hobby quality monster truck. It comes as completely assembled and the body is painted and trimmed. While running...

It is important to know what battery packs should I buy and how to charge them? There are so many battery packs available that it is hard to make specific brand recommendations. However, here are a few points to keep in mind about batteries and charging. If any battery pack gives higher the mAh rating, the longer the battery run time. That is, a 3000 mAh battery pack will provide with twice the run time of a 1500 mAh battery pack. Battery packs with 2400, 3000 or 3300 mAh ratings are expensive to purchase. If cost is an issue, 1500 to 1800 mAh NiCD packs are very economical...