Crawler and scale, radio-controlled 4x4s
RC modeling is also off-road, crossing obstacles at slow speed! It is at the helm of a crawler or a scale that we venture into this type of expedition. And on the 4x4 side, model making offers a wide choice of scale models.
With RC Team, choose it radio controlled 4x4 which will allow you to take on the craziest challenges! The online store specializing in RC cars references legendary brands, known to all RC model enthusiasts. Did you know that crawlers & scales are on the rise at the moment? Maybe now is the time to immerse yourself in this category of RC model making. You will be surprised at the performance! Among the major manufacturers of RC crawlers and of RC scales, we find in particular Axial and its high-end quality. Fans will also recognize Absima, Carisma, T2M, Traxxas…and many more!
Crawler, Scale : how to choose?
We often group together crawler and scale in the All Terrain category RC model making. It is true that these RC vehicles have strong similarities. Classified as radio-controlled 4x4s, they pass where other RC cars do not pass. These radio-controlled cars are designed to overcome large obstacles on rough terrain. Crawler and scale have a very high ground clearance. Their large wheels are equipped with wide tires, with deep structures.
But then, what makes the difference between a crawler R.C. and a scale R.C. ? It is essentially at the level of aesthetics that everything comes into play. Indeed, where the crawler favors the performance pure crossing with refined tubular frames, the scale focuses on the absolute resemblance with the 1 scale model.
Mythical bodies under official license
The success of scale R.C. relies largely on its striking realism. Manufacturers team up with car manufacturers to offer bodies full of model details (winches, roof racks, LED lighting). Among the most popular legendary models for adventure, we find the essential Land Rover Defender, the Ford Bronco, or even the Toyota Land Cruiser. North American vehicle enthusiasts will set their sights on the retro look of the Chevrolet K10, the classic Jeep Wrangler, the imposing Jeep Gladiator or the robust Toyota Pickup.
1/10, 1/8, 1/5: What scale of Crawler choose?
Scale is a determining factor in your riding experience. The absolute market standard remainsscale 1/10, offering the best balance between price, crossing capacities, ease of transport and infinite choice of improvement parts. For pilots with large natural spaces and looking for dynamic behavior hyper-realistic with a lot of inertia, the more imposing models at the1/8 scale or the real "giants"scale 1/5 provide ultimate sensations facing the most extreme rocks.
electric radio-controlled 4x4
The online store of RC Team selected a large number of electric radio-controlled 4x4s, crawlers & scales. If you feel like an adventurous pilot, set sail for the most rugged terrain! A crawler or scale equipped with a electric motor (brushed or brushless) presents several qualities: easy to maintain, it offers low-speed torque perfect for climbing, recharges quickly and is solid to any test.
Also choose your radio-controlled 4x4 based on your expertise in RC modeling! Want to ride on the rocks right away? Buy one crawler RTR (ready to run)! Fan of mechanics and optimization? Treat yourself with a crawler in kit, to assemble and grease yourself. There are also platforms inspired by very specific models. Thus, alongside civilian 4x4s (Toyota LC 40 by Max Speed Technology, Mercedes Benz G500 by Tamiya, Ford Bronco by Traxxas), we find trucks (Mercedes Unimog 406 by Tamiya) or real construction machinery (Volvo A60H Hauler by Tamiya).
