Remote-controlled (RC) cars are a great source of entertainment for both adults and children. Not only can you race them around the track, but you can also get creative and try to jump them over obstacles. RC car enthusiasts have been pushing the boundaries of what their vehicles can do, leading to some impressive stunts and jumps.
So what is the highest an RC car has jumped? The current record belongs to stunt driver Terry Grant, who set the Guinness World Record for highest RC car jump at 33 feet (10 meters) in 2018. This was no small feat – it required Grant to drive his specially built vehicle up a ramp specifically designed for the stunt, launching it over a series of four double decker buses that were parked end-to-end.
Grant’s jump was an impressive show of skill and engineering combined. His RC car was powered by two electric motors that generated a total of 500 horsepower and could reach speeds of up to 80 miles per hour. It had a full suspension system with adjustable shocks and wheels, as well as special aerodynamic modifications that helped stabilize its trajectory as it flew through the air.
The stunt also required perfect timing from Grant in order for him to make sure his vehicle reached its maximum speed before takeoff, as well as precise driving skills so he could land safely on the other side without crashing into any of the buses or hitting any other obstacles in his path. After several attempts, he finally made history with his successful jump.
This amazing feat has yet to be surpassed by another driver or vehicle, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still plenty more stunts that can be attempted with RC cars. Who knows what kind of incredible jumps will be attempted in the future?
Conclusion: The current record holder for highest RC car jump is Terry Grant who set a Guinness World Record at 33 feet (10 meters) back in 2018. His impressive leap required perfect timing and driving skills along with an expertly engineered vehicle capable of reaching speeds up to 80 miles per hour. There are still plenty more stunts out there waiting to be attempted with RC cars – who knows what heights they’ll reach in years to come?
