High-Performance Brushless Off-Road | Competitive racing, rugged terrains | Brushless motor (3500 RPM, 250W▲) 8S LiPo battery (11.1V, 4000mAh) Metal frame (aluminum, 2mm thickness) Adjustable suspension (30mm travel) | ▲ Powerful & efficient: 3500 RPM (equivalent to 100mph top speed) Durable: Metal frame (ISO 16331 compliant) Customizable: Suspension for uneven terrain | High cost ($250+) Requires expert handling (skill level: intermediate/expert) |
Budget Brushed Motor Off-Road | Casual hobbyists, backyard use | Brushed motor (1500 RPM, 100W) 4S LiPo battery (6.7V, 2200mAh) Plastic frame (nylon) Fixed suspension | Affordable ($80–$120) Easy maintenance (no complex adjustments) | Low performance (max 40mph) Short battery life (10 mins) |
On-Road Electric Racing | Smooth tracks, speed-focused racing | Brushless motor (4000 RPM, 300W) 6S LiPo battery (22.2V, 3000mAh) Carbon fiber frame (200g weight savings) 4-channel remote (2.4GHz) | ▲ High speed: 4000 RPM (120mph+) Lightweight: Carbon fiber (ISO 527-2 tested) Precise control: 4-channel remote | Not suitable for off-road Expensive ($300+) |
Nitro-Powered Off-Road | Traditional enthusiasts, high-thrust use | Nitro engine (120cc displacement) 12V battery for starter Steel frame (5mm thickness) Heavy-duty suspension | ▲ Raw power: 120cc engine (3x torque of electric) Rugged build: Steel frame (ASTM A36 standard) | High maintenance (fuel, tuning) Loud operation (90 dBA) |
Beginner-Friendly 2.4GHz | Newcomers, casual use | Brushed motor (1200 RPM, 75W) 3S LiPo battery (11.1V, 1500mAh) Plastic frame 2-channel remote (2.4GHz) Pre-set suspension | Easy to use (skill level: beginner) Affordable ($50–$70) Low learning curve | Low speed (max 25mph) No customization options |
Professional 4WD Brushless | Expert racing, extreme terrains | 4WD system▲ Brushless motor (4500 RPM, 350W) 10S LiPo battery (36V, 5000mAh) Aluminum frame Dual differentials | ▲ Ultimate traction: 4WD (ISO 16331-compliant suspension) Long runtime: 10S battery (20 mins) Rugged: Aluminum frame (MIL-STD-810G tested) | Extremely expensive ($500+) Complex setup (expert-only) |