What Exactly Does RC Mean In A Remote-Controlled Toy Car?

The remote-controlled car itself contains great knowledge, so the car model is full of all kinds of changes and fun.

What is RC Remote-Controlled Car

When you browse the remote control car web page, you will often see words such as control, Ferngesteuertes Auto (German) and RC. Although they look different, they all mean remote-controlled car.

So what does the RC in this mean?

Before explaining this word, I’d like to explain the children’s toy remote control car and professional RC remote control car first.

Radio-controlled cars can be roughly divided into two categories: one is children’s toy remote-controlled cars (“toy-level”) that we see in toy stores or ordinary shopping websites;

The other category is the more expensive model cars (“hobby class”) that we see in forums or professional websites. They are professional RC remote-controlled cars, also called radio-controlled vehicles:

The professional RC remote-controlled car is a miniature version of the real car, which is the same as the real car power system. All components can be modified and upgraded, and there is no upper limit on investment. Practice and experience are needed in driving, assembly, operation and maintenance. Those who play well can do many difficult movements: drifting, cross-country and climbing …

Many places in the world have radio-controlled vehicle races for young people or adults organized by dealers or manufacturers.

Understand the level of remote control car, and then come back to explain the meaning of RC:

In professional remote control cars, RC or R/C cars is the abbreviation of radio controlled cars; In the toy world, it is the abbreviation of remote controlled car.

There are many kinds of remote control cars, and their names are also various. Just like boys can’t tell the red number, women are also a little dazzled to see so many names. After all, when we girls buy a car, appearance is the most important thing. Of course, besides appearance, price is also very important. Now let’s learn some terms about cars by the way.

 

Off-Road Vehicle

Geländewagen (German), offroad, Buggy and other words all mean off-road vehicle.

Off-road vehicles are designed for very bad roads and unpaved terrain in the wild. In other words, you don’t drive well on the asphalt road.

Then the question comes: which of the following is not an off-road vehicle?

  • Trawler
  • Jeeps and Land Rover
  • SUV

Answer:

  • Trawler does not exist in real cars. In real cars, cars that can climb are called off-road vehicles;
  • Jeep and Land Rover are two famous off-road vehicle brands.
  • An SUV is not an off-road vehicle, but a sport utility vehicle.
SUV

The full name of SUV is sport utility vehicle, which is usually driven on asphalt roads. So I think it is a car that can drive to the wild, not an off-road vehicle. It’s like going outdoors in sportswear, but sportswear is not outdoor clothing.

Jeep and Land Rover

This is a remote control car named after the real car brand. Yes, jeep is not a model, but a brand. Because “Jeep” is well-known in this type of car, “Jeep” is often synonymous with its commodity type.

Simulation Car

The simulation car is a model made in strict proportion according to the shape, structure, color and even interior parts of the real car.

The Jeep and Land Rover above are simulation cars, which have standard proportions, real models, fine production and authorization from the original factory.

Sometimes a brand can be authorized multiple times. For example, the brand Jeep Wrangler Jeep herdsman, many remote control cars have its authorization.

Herdsman real car is the most powerful car model in jeep series, and it is an off-road vehicle in the true sense.

If it is not authorized, even if it is an imitation car, it can’t be named after the real car brand. Usually, they are named after their functions, such as the off-road vehicles mentioned above, and climbing car, Bigfoot, Flat Running, Truck, Police Car and so on, which highlight a certain function.

Scaler and Crawler

This kind of remote control vehicle emphasizes its climbing function, that is, it aims not at racing, but at conquering rugged roads and various terrain obstacles.

Climbing car is divided into simulated climbing car and strong climbing car, but we are used to calling everything that can climb scaler or crawler.

As explained earlier, the simulation climbing car, the Jeep, Land Rover and herdsman in the picture are all simulation climbing car.

Strong climbing is also called four-wheel Monster Truck. This strange-looking creature was born to climb higher and stronger. In other words, all the settings in the car are for performance, not for good looks. It has many possibilities for modification-this is also a fun place in climbing car.

 

As can be seen from the name, in fact, the name of the remote control car is that you have me and I have you, so let’s not dwell on the name, it is important to understand its performance.

After reading this introduction, I know a little better when I buy a remote control car for my child next time.

Conclusion:

Buying a remote control car can be an exciting experience, whether you’re a beginner exploring a new hobby or a seasoned enthusiast adding to your collection. By knowing where to find remote control cars and considering factors such as purpose, skill level, terrain, budget, and features, you can make an informed decision that suits your needs and preferences. Happy racing!

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