BEST RC DRIFT CARS
Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of RC drifting motorsports without spending a fortune? Let’s take a look at the top RC drift cars that are perfect for beginners.
There are tons of RC drift cars to choose from, but most are for kids. If you want to start drifting on a local hobby shop grade track, you’re going to need something a bit more powerful…
The biggest element that sets RC drifting apart for adults is money.
A professional-grade RC Drift car can cost up to several hundred dollars depending on what you’re after, but some options start in the mid $300s. Best of all, you can upgrade a sub-$400 ready-to-run drift car over time, so let’s break down the best options.
1. YOKOMO YD-2Z RC DRIFT CAR READY TO RUN
First up is the Yokomo YD-2Z. It’s a great beginner 1:10 scale RC drift car that’s ready to run. The YD-2Z comes stock with a rear wheel drive setup and tons of steering angle. The YD-2Z can be purchased with an included remote. Every part of the drift car chassis can be disassembled and replaced too. Multiple body options exist like a modern AE86 to Supras. It starts around the low $300s which is pretty affordable and can RC drift right out of the box. The low $300 price tag also includes a NiMH 1600mAh battery.
YOKOMO YD-2Z RTR SPECS
Plastic Chassis
2.4Ghz Remote Controller
27-turn Brushed Motor
3 gear transmission with "3-split" case
Equipped with adjustable steering gyro
Includes NiMH 1600mAh battery with USB quick charger
Popular pre-painted bodies
Includes drifting slick tires
2. REDCAT RACING RDS DRIFT CAR
The Redcat RDS is another ready-to-run drift car coming in at around $400. It is super light due to its carbon fiber chassis and its brushless motor will last longer than a brushed version. It only has one body with two colors to choose from, but 1:10 scale chassis can take standard 1:10 aftermarket bodies.
REDCAT RDS RTR SPECS
Carbon Fiber Chassis
2.4Ghz Remote Controller
3300kv brushless motor
60A brushless ESC
Single-Speed Transmission with 3 Motor Positions
Equipped with adjustable steering gyro
Requires purchase of LIPO or NiMH battery
Limited body selection
Includes drifting slick tires
3. MST RMX RTR 2.5 RC DRIFT CAR
The MST RMX RTR is one of our favorites. The MST RMX RTR 2.0 was the first RC drift car we started out with and we love it. Now MST has a 2.5 upgraded RTR version which upgrades lots of the body/chassis components.
MST RMX RTR 2.5 SPECS
Plastic Chassis
2.4Ghz Remote Controller
2500KV Brushless Motor
Rear spur-gear-driving gearbox
Equipped with steering gyro
Requires purchase of LIPO or NiMH battery
Popular pre-painted bodies
Includes drifting slick tires
YOKOMO YD-2Z VS REDCAT RDS VS MST RMX RTR 2.5…
The Redcat RDS might be on the higher side when it comes to pricing, but it does include a carbon fiber body and brushless motor. We also have an MST RMX which is pre-driven and tuned before final packaging. This guarantees a good drift right out of the box.
However, the YD-2Z has everything you need besides the remote control batteries to drift without any additional purchase. The YD-2Z has tons of aftermarket upgrades, so this makes it highly appealing and our selection for the best RC drift car for beginners.
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