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Rc starters and parts: top picks
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Best performance buggy ARRMAArrma Typhon 6S BLX
Insane speed and durability out of the box, with powerful 6S brushless system.
- Fast and powerful
- Strong drivetrain
- Comes ready-to-run
- Expensive
- Requires big space to run
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Best budget crawler Redcat RacingRedcat Racing Everest Gen7
Affordable scale rock crawler with impressive capability and mod-friendly design.
- Great value
- Good climbing ability
- Metal upgrade parts available
- Slow brushless upgrade needed
- Some plastic parts weak
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Best scale crawler AxialAxial SCX10 III Jeep JLU
Ultra-realistic scale detail with portal axles and great off-road performance.
- Authentic scale looks
- Portal axles for ground clearance
- Smooth slow crawl
- High price
- RTR battery not included
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Best radio controller SpektrumSpektrum DX5C DSMR Transmitter
Feature-packed 5-channel transmitter with Smart telemetry and ergonomic design.
- Easy menu navigation
- Dual protocol support
- Telemetry ready
- Only 5 channels
- No touchscreen
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Best trail crawler TraxxasTraxxas TRX-4 Sport
Dedicated crawler with locked diffs for ultimate traction on rough terrain.
- Excellent trail capability
- No diff issues
- Waterproof electronics
- Steering servo weak
- Battery tray small
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Best competitive buggy
Team Associated RC10B6.2D
Championship-winning 2WD buggy with advanced suspension and low CG chassis.
- Race-ready handling
- High quality components
- Great support
- Needs electronics
- Not for beginners
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Best value battery DynamiteDynamite Reaction 6x2 9.6V NiMH
Reliable 9.6V NiMH battery for 1/18 and 1/16 scale cars, with built-in safety circuit.
- Affordable
- Reliable performance
- No special charger needed
- NiMH technology old
- Low capacity compared to LiPo
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Best overall TraxxasTraxxas Slash 2WD Short Course Truck
Highly durable and fun to drive, with a huge aftermarket support and easy upgrades.
- Durable chassis
- Excellent parts availability
- Great handling
- NiMH battery is slow
- Tires wear quickly on pavement
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Best tire upgrade Pro-LinePro-Line Trencher 2.8in Tires
Aggressive tread design for maximum grip on loose surfaces and durable compound.
- Excellent traction
- Long lasting
- Fits many trucks
- Noisy on pavement
- Requires venting
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Best budget ESC/motor combo Castle CreationsCastle Creations Sidewinder 4
Smooth sensored brushless system with excellent torque and programmability.
- Smooth throttle
- Quiet operation
- Good for 1/10 scale
- Not waterproof
- Limited to 4S
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