There are lots of NASCAR drivers and crews that race not only on the regulation NASCAR tracks but also on a somewhat smaller scale, but still just as competitive track. According to StockCarRacing.com many drivers and crew members spend there off-season time racing NASCAR remote-control cars. These NASCAR remote-control cars are not your standard off the toy shelf remote controlled car though.
These cars are customized by people who are compelled to win. Michael “Fatback” McSwain, crew chief for Ricky Rudd’s Havoline Ford, says he spent about $500 on his first car and admits putting another $3,000 into his hobby. McSwain says he owns five gas-powered remote-control cars-two 4WD trucks, two dune buggies, and a touring style car.
Now if you are thinking about owning and possibly racing NASCAR remote controlled cars you don’t need to spend nearly that amount of money to still have all the fun of NASCAR right in your own driveway or street.
A great high-end NASCAR remote control car is the Dale Earnhardt Radio control car. It is about 34″ or 1/6 scale electric remote control car and costs $199 on Amazon. It comes with a 12V NiCd battery pack with 6 AA batteries and a charger. This NASCAR remote control car has a top speed of over 20 mph can reach a top speed of over 20-mph from over 50 yards away.
The J. Gordon NASCAR remote control car is 1:6 scale car and also travels at speeds right about 20 miles per hour, neither of these models are good for kids under 16 years of age. The racer needs to have a more mature hand-eye coordination, and the ability to make good choices about when and where to run this car. This officially licensed NASCAR remote control car comes with the official NASCAR logos, decals and paint job. Price tag is usually $170.
Another great remote control car, and less expensive, is the Team Up #88 Dale Earnhardt Jr. NASCAR AMP Energy remote control car. It is officially licensed by NASCAR and is provides all the fun of NASCAR racing at your fingertips. It has authentic driver graphics and it is just about one foot in length. The price is just $40.
The Team Up International #9 Kasey Kahne NASCAR remote control car is available for about $40. This NASCAR officially licensed car also features authentic driver graphics in the car and has a scale of 1:32 for authenticity. It has adjustable front wheel alignment that allows for the car to run straight. Also included is the remote with 50 yard range and the batteries needed for operation.
For more frugal budgets, and for younger ages, is the NASCAR Remote Control Car – Tony Stewart that can be purchased at stores like Target and Walmart for about $30. The car is built 1:18 scale with the Tony Stewart NASCAR decals, easy grip remote control, and precision steering. You will need 4 ‘AA’ batteries and 1 ‘9V’ battery to operate.
