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Remote Control Cars for Kids

Remote Control Cars for Kids

Getting started in RC with kids can be a lot of fun. Family activities using remote control cars for kids involve STEM and imagination.

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How To Build Your Own RC Car

How To Build Your Own RC Car

Learn how to build your own RC car in this blog from Horizon Hobby.

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Do I have to register my RC plane with the FAA?

Do I have to register my RC plane with the FAA?

Wondering if you have to register your RC plane with the FAA? We’ll explain FAA RC airplane registration here.

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RC Cars for Sale

RC Cars for Sale

Looking for a fast RC car? Wondering which RC car is the fastest on different terrain? We've got all the details here in our Buyer's Guide for fast RC cars, trucks, buggies, and more!

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What Is the Best Beginner RC Car?

What Is the Best Beginner RC Car?

Are you looking at RC vehicles for the first time and wondering what is the best beginner RC car? We'll break it down for you!

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Spektrum Servo Designation Guide | RC Servos

Spektrum Servo Designation Guide | RC Servos

Learn all about the Spektrum servo designations here. From A to H to S, we'll explain what the letters and numbers on your Spektrum RC servo mean and how you can apply the RC servo to your RC fun.

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How Fast Can Fast RC Cars Go?

How Fast Can Fast RC Cars Go?

The ARRMA LIMITLESS 1/7 scale is 150 mph against a Formula One car. The world record is 202.02 mph. These are a few of the fast RC cars out there.

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Setting up Your First Model Railroad

Setting up Your First Model Railroad

Like model trains and want to build your first model railroad? Learn all about the different sizes and options here!

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How large is the largest RC car?

How large is the largest RC car?

We’re looking at how large the largest RC cars are along with the other benefits of going with a large-scale RC car or truck.

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What Is the best RC car for under $400?

What Is the best RC car for under $400?

Want to choose the best RC car for under $400? Take a look at our top 5 picks for RC cars under $400.

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Meet Chandra Patey and the Limited Edition Carbon Cub S

Meet Chandra Patey and the Limited Edition Carbon Cub S

Learn about Chandra Patey and her goal to inspire women in pursuit of their

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Salvageable Parts

Salvageable Parts

Which Parts to Salvage from a Wrecked RC Airplane

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