| Another type of RC car is the nitro | | | | battery-powered car can achieve a run of |
| powered model cars. We all know that | | | | about 10 minutes tops and then the |
| nitro powered cars are fast and it's | | | | batteries need to be recharged again; |
| what most hobbyists' reason why nitro | | | | whereas nitro cars can be driven for |
| cars are often chosen over electric RC | | | | longer duration. |
| cars. But of course, this isn't an ideal | | | | A nitro powered car has four distinct |
| car model for beginners. Compared to | | | | parts and it includes special nitro |
| electric powered models too, nitro cars | | | | fuel, the high horsepower engine, the |
| give the real feeling of how racing | | | | pipe for tune exhaust and the air filter |
| should be. Over the years, development | | | | can be replaced. These parts are |
| has been improved for better and | | | | important for cleaning and regular check |
| efficient running. | | | | up because if these materials are |
| There are numerous disadvantages in | | | | neglected; a possible mechanical wear |
| using nitro cars and maintenance among | | | | could happen. |
| them. Dirt is easily accumulated after a | | | | One safety precaution falls under |
| short run and the chassis of the car | | | | collision. Nitro cars are more prone to |
| requires cleaning in a regular basis. | | | | collision with other nitro cars due to |
| Also, another requirement for | | | | the speed and power during acceleration. |
| maintaining nitro powered cars is how it | | | | It's important to be aware first of |
| should be properly tuned. Nitro cars | | | | safety measures regarding nitro cars |
| need to perform in top condition and | | | | before putting them to the real test. |
| maximum speed without consuming much of | | | | Generally, nitro cars require more |
| the fuel. Through proper tuning, | | | | attention since it asks for a lot of |
| overheating of these types of cars is | | | | maintenance; but you can guarantee its |
| prevented. | | | | performance as well if handled with |
| Compared to electric powered cars, a | | | | great care. |