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Electric Or Nitro?
Electric vehicles are the most popular choice for beginners as after construction you can just plug in a ni-cad and go. Only basic maintenance is required. Depending on the model, run times range from 5- 20 minutes per charge -with a fast charger and several Ni-cads long run times can be achieved. Nitro versions generally involve more assembly and more detailed set up and maintenance. The
engine will initially require setting up and running in -in addition to this the mixture settings will
need to be continually adjusted as the temperature changes. Run times per tank of fuel varies from S minutes upward, and they can be re-fuelled in seconds whilst the engine is running. Several tanks of. Fuel can be run through before a pause is required for cooling and checks. More detailed maintenance is required to keep the engine in good condition. Due to the extra vibration frequent checks of screws and fastenings is required. Most are. Fitted with a pull-start unit for easy operation.
How Fast Do They Go?
Electric cars generally have a much quicker acceleration than the nitro cars with top speeds ranging from ISMPH up to 40MPH + for a top competition car. Nitro cars accelerate slower as they have a centrifugal clutch, but have a higher top speed ranging from 20MPH up to SOMPH.

On Road Or Off Road?
On road cars are suited to any flat road surface due to the low bodyshell and limited suspension. Just like a real racing car this provides good handling and stability. A wide range of tyres & compounds are available for different surfaces. Off road cars are suited to grass or dirt surfaces and come into their own on purpose built off road tracks. They are not suited to road surfaces due to the large amount of suspension movement and tyre choice. As a compromise several manufacturers are producing 'rally' cars, which are suited to a mixed surface. Off road racing is split into 2 & 4 wheel drive cla5ses, whilst most on road racing is 4 wheel drive.
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