RC Nitro Monster Trucks

If you look into the world of RC vehicles, the RC nitro monster trucks are the fastest growing segment. The reason for this increase in popularity of the RC nitro monster trucks is that they have steadily improved in their performance over the years. So much so that the latest models of the RC nitro monster trucks can outperform most RC cars easily.

You can either buy a RC nitro monster truck that is ready to run or get one in a kit that you assemble and build on your own. Both of these kinds are high quality vehicles that are durable and strong.

The truth is that RC nitro monster trucks can handle a lot of hard driving. Even though these trucks look like they will topple over anytime, rarely do they roll over. The wheels on a RC nitro monster truck are designed in a manner that provides low center of gravity. Most people find RC nitro monster trucks amazing since they replicate all the abilities of their real counterparts. It is a thrilling experience to watch the monster trucks ride roughly over all kinds of surfaces including going over other vehicles. Infact, you can leave a RC nitro monster truck on surfaces that would leave other RC vehicles spinning their poor wheels! And if you get the chance, why not drive your RC nitro monster truck right over your friend’s little RC car?

If you thought that all RC nitro monster trucks were 4 wheel drives, you are in for a surprise. There are 2 wheel RC nitro monster trucks as well and then some models that allow you to switch between the two kinds. Just like in real life, you will be able to go over all the tough terrain with the 4 wheel drive easier than with a 2 wheel drive.

If you have the 4 wheel drive, why have the 2 wheel drive at all? Even as the 4 wheel drive is more flexible, the transmission system is quite sophisticated too. Engine maintenance needs to be a routine if you want to keep your RC nitro monster truck in good shape. This makes it more time consuming and to look after a 4 wheel drive RC truck.

However, this effort and time should not be the only deciding factor when you begin choosing your RC nitro monster truck model. Engine fine tuning is quite easy now, the bigger concern actually may be the price. The monster trucks sure look like monsters but they are priced like monsters too!

Do not even think of getting one of these home for less than $300. And even this price is only when an older brother wants to raise money for a new RC and sells his old one to you. Seriously, other than a few odd eBay deals, you will not find anything for less than $400 for a brand new RC nitro monster truck in the market.