How Much Does the World’s Fastest RC Car Cost?

RC cars are a fun way to get around and race each other. They can be fast, slow, or anywhere in between.

But if you want the fastest RC car in the world, you’ll have to pay a hefty price tag.

The current world record for the fastest RC car is held by Team Associated’s Reedy Sonic 540 Mach 2 Brushless Motor with a top speed of 75.9 mph (122 km/h). This impressive feat was achieved on February 17th 2021 at the Silver State Raceway in Nevada, USA.

It was driven by radio control enthusiast Robert “Bob” Noonen and powered by four 6500kV brushless motors running on a 2S LiPo battery.

The Reedy Sonic 540 Mach 2 Brushless Motor retails for approximately $399 USD, but that doesn’t include any of the necessary accessories needed to build your own RC car or the cost of traveling to an event where it can be tested. To get the most out of this motor you’ll need an ESC (electronic speed controller), batteries, charger, body shell, wheels and tires, servos, radio system and receiver, and any other parts you might want for your vehicle.

In addition to these costs there is also extra expenses associated with maintaining such a high-powered machine. Things like replacing parts after wear and tear or upgrading parts when they become outdated will add up over time.

So how much does it cost to own the world’s fastest RC car? All-in-all it could cost anywhere from $600-$1000 USD depending on what all you need in order to make it run at its full potential.

For those who are serious about their RC racing ambitions but don’t have the budget for such an expensive setup there are some more affordable options out there as well. There are plenty of mid-range motors that can still achieve impressive speeds without breaking the bank.

In conclusion, if you want to own the world’s fastest RC car then it will likely come with a hefty price tag of around $600-$1000 USD depending on what accessories are needed for it to reach its full potential. However there are more affordable options that can still provide plenty of speed and fun without breaking your budget.

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Susan Delgado