Best Budget Nitro Rc Car in 2023: Our Top 10 Picks

Sometimes it might be quite difficult to find the best budget nitro rc car. With every niche market offering so many different products, it makes sense that this is the case.

Unfortunately, this very fact can make it incredibly difficult to find the item that best suits your needs, which is why we’ve put together this budget nitro rc car buying guide.

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#	Preview	Product
1		Losi RC Car 8IGHT Nitro RTR Nitromethane Fuel Dispenser Charger and Glow Igniter not Included 1/8 4...	Check Price
2		Losi RC Car 1/8 8IGHT-T 4 Wheel Drive Truggy Nitro RTR Nitromethane Fuel Dispenser Charger and Glow...	Check Price
3		LAEGENDARY RC Cars - 4x4 Nitro Offroad Short Course RC Truck for Adults and Kids - Fast Speed,...	Check Price
4		Traxxas 59076-3-RED Slayer Pro 4x4 Red TRX 3.3 Engine w/EZ-Start 2 Speed Transm	Check Price
5		AMORIL 1:14 Fast RC Cars for Adults,Top Speed 70+KMH Hobby Remote Control Car, 4X4 Monster Truck...	Check Price
6		HYPER GO H16BM 1:16 4X4 RTR Brushless Fast RC Cars for Adults, Max 42mph Hobby Electric Off-Road...	Check Price
7		CROBOLL 1:14 Fast RC Cars for Adults 70+KMH Hobby RC Truck, 4WD Remote Control Car Off-Road Racing...	Check Price
8		Traxxas 59076-3-BLUE Slayer Pro 4x4 Blue TRX 3.3 Engine w/EZ-Start 2 Speed Tran	Check Price
9		Team Associated 1/8 RC8B3.2 Nitro Team 4 Wheel Drive Buggy Kit ASC80939 Cars Elec Kit 1/10 Off-Road	Check Price
10		ARRMA RC Car 1/8 Typhon 6S V5 4WD BLX Buggy with Spektrum Firma RTR (Ready-to-Run), Black and Red,...	Check Price

10 Top Budget Nitro Rc Car Reviews:

Bestseller No. 1

Losi RC Car 8IGHT Nitro RTR Nitromethane Fuel Dispenser Charger and Glow Igniter not Included 1/8 4 Wheel Drive Buggy LOS04010V2

• Your fast track to nitro buggy racing
• 4mm 6061-T6 Aluminum Chassis Plate
• Dynamite .21 nitro engine with pull start
• Metal-gear transmission and sealed differentials
• Gen III radio tray for longer servo life

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Bestseller No. 2

Losi RC Car 1/8 8IGHT-T 4 Wheel Drive Truggy Nitro RTR Nitromethane Fuel Dispenser Charger and Glow Igniter not Included Purple/Yellow LOS04011V2

• Your fast track to nitro truggy racing
• 4mm 6061-T6 Aluminum Chassis Plate
• Dynamite .28 nitro engine with pull start
• Metal-gear transmission and sealed differentials
• Gen III radio tray for longer servo life

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Bestseller No. 3

LAEGENDARY RC Cars - 4x4 Nitro Offroad Short Course RC Truck for Adults and Kids - Fast Speed, Waterproof, Electric, Hobby Grade Car - 1:8 Scale, Brushless, Blue

• BRUSHLESS MOTOR - All speed, all efficiency. The engine on these RC cars for adults and kids utilizes a permanent magnet as its external rotor, allowing for optimum efficiency at 40+ mph!
• LONG BATTERY LIFE - These RC trucks for adults and kids come with a 3S LiPo 3250mAh 25C rechargeable battery that can run for up to 30 minutes at a time (with 2 batteries).
• OFF ROAD FUN - Steer with ease! Whether you're cruising on sand, concrete, rocks, or anything in between, this remote control car for adults and kids is built to withstand it.
• QUALITY MANEUVERABILITY - Our fast RC car comes with a remote control that is easy to use, easier to hold, and comes with 2 speed modes (low and high) for optimum handling at up to 328 feet.
• SET INCLUDES - These remote control cars come with (1) fireproof power bag, (1) USB charger, (1) battery connector, (1) wall plug, (1) rechargeable battery, and (1) remote control.

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Bestseller No. 4

Traxxas 59076-3-RED Slayer Pro 4x4 Red TRX 3.3 Engine w/EZ-Start 2 Speed Transm

• Traxxas 59076-3 - Slayer Pro 1/10 Nitro 4X4 Short Course Truck RTR, Red
• Features: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter and Receiver Hard-anodized, PTFE-coated GTR shocks with titanium-nitride shafts High-Torque, Waterproof steering and throttle servos Split-Spoke SCT wheels with chrome centers and colored beadlock trim Aggressive, authentic Pro 4X4 body design TRX 3.3 engine with EZ-Start electric starting Polished Resonator dual-chamber tuned pipe Extended chassis from the National Champion Revo 3.3
• Includes: (1) Slayer Pro 4WD Truck with Oil-Filled Shocks (1) 3.3 Engine, EZ-Start (1) Body (4) Tires (4) Wheels (4) Foam Inserts (1)TQi 2.4GHz Radio (1)Digital Ball Bearing Steering Servo (1)Standard Servo (1)15T Clutch Bell (1)38T Spur Gear (2) Air Filter Elements (1) 7.2V Battery (1) 2-Amp DC Car Charger (1) Extra Glow Plug (1) Fuel Bottle Filter Oil Long Travel Rocker and Spring Set Tool Set Illustrated Manual
• Specs: Vehicle Dimensions: Length: 23.54" (598mm), Width: 11.65" (296mm), Height: 7.87" (200mm) Weight: 7.78lb (3.53kg) Wheelbase: 13.9" (353mm) Front and Rear Track: 12.68" (322mm) Outer Edges of Tires Center Ground Clearance: 2.5" (63.5mm) Gear Ratio (1st Gear): 15.75:1 Gear Ratio (2nd Gear): 10.05:1 Body Dimensions: Length: 21.5" (546mm) Width: 9.4" (238mm) Behind Front Wheels Narrowest Point 11.4 (290mm) at Rear Wheels Widest Point, Heigh
• Part number(s) included (in factory packaging): 59076-3

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SaleBestseller No. 5

AMORIL 1:14 Fast RC Cars for Adults,Top Speed 70+KMH Hobby Remote Control Car, 4X4 Monster Truck Racing Buggy,Electric Vehicle Toy Gift for Kids with Oil-Filled Shocks,Upgraded Powder Gear Parts

• AMORIL now powers the this RC buggy with a system featuring its 60A ESC (support 2/3S, we recommend the 3S lipo battery whose discharge rate is less than 25C ) and 7.4 V19000RP 550 brushed motor. 70+ km/h potential speed is achievable in optimum driving conditions on 3S LiPo. Equipped with a professional RC transmitter, new bashers will be able to set throttle limits at 30% or 70% until they are ready to use the full speed potential. Fast, rugged and factory-built, the 3S LiPo-compatible AMORIL 1:14 buggy 4X4 3S RTR comes ready out of the box to bash on any terrain.
• A responsive Steering Assembly and 1.7 KG 3-wire Servo complement this RC car's ultra-reliable drive system. The main shaft and full-time 4WD transmission with large powder gear withstand huge torque, have been chosen for reliability during extreme bashing. Upgraded 7 adjustbale Metal Pull Rods and the Oil-filled shocks with coil-over design for simple maintenance, extra toughness and amazing handling improve the control performance. This combination provides incredible acceleration and speed.
• New features of our AMORIL 1:14 Ready-to -Run RC truck like a stronger Alumium Alloy Chassis and a stylish, high-downforce Nylon Wing help keep all four wheels planted as you explore the upper limits of its outrageous speed range;Tough Rubber Wheels give the 1/14 scale fast remote control car effective traction for bashing on almost any terrain;Front and Rear Bumpers protect the car from crashing or heavy hit. Those were built for exciting bashing speeds and extreme,all-terrain durability.
• Adjustable body mounts,Metal Fabricated Structure,Easy-access power and electronics module.Those composite materials come together for an easy-to-maintain, super-durable Racing vehicle design,improve handling over race tracks,trails,muddy courses,skate parks and more.High chassis sides and a close-fitting buggy body limit the amount of dirt and debris that can get into the chassis tub.This version features further increases the original buggy’s already impressive performance and durability.
• AMORIL prepared abudant accessories for our customers, including Upgraded Bumpers,tire screw set, swing arm set and so on. We also provide a 3-month warranty if there is a product issue. Besides, we have EMAIL and TEL dual-channel after-sales service to offer help, whose responding time will be within 24hours due to time difference. No matter as a birthday gift, holiday present or buy for yourselves, you will never ever regret to own one!

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Bestseller No. 6

HYPER GO H16BM 1:16 4X4 RTR Brushless Fast RC Cars for Adults, Max 42mph Hobby Electric Off-Road Jumping RC Trucks, RC Monster Trucks Oil Filled Shocks Remote Control Car with 2 Batteries for Boys

• Brushless: Hobby 2845 4200KV, 4 pole high-torque motor with metal heatsink and cooling fans design. Independent receiver and 45A ESC make this car more potential and upgradeable
• Durable and Efficient Transmission: Metal gears and metal differential better distribute power to achieve a perfect 4X4, in which the 5.5MM diameter axle and M4 nuts contributed. The smooth effect of 16 ball bearings reduces power loss
• Application of new materials: After many violent tests, the material developed for the honeycomb chassis is strong enough to withstand the impact of this monster truck. In addition, we also added F/R zinc metal reinforced sheet for impact resistance. As well as the adjustable pull rod of the same material as the chassis, with the 2.1kgf.cm in torque force 3-wire servo, it is sufficient for various terrains. It is worth mcentioning that we have improved the battery and equipped the casing with flame-retardant materials, which is more secure
• Driving Quality: The tire (Pre-mounted sponge inserted) and oil-filled absorbers greatly reduce the shaking of the truck when driving at high speed. Calmly deal with all kinds of jumps and stick to the ground firmly
• Excellent Performance: Ideal for big jump, popping wheelie and back flipping stunts, 2S 7.4V 1050 mAh 25C rechargeable LiPo battery and brushless motor bursts out at 27+ mph (45 kph) for adults (speed measured by GPS)

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Bestseller No. 7

CROBOLL 1:14 Fast RC Cars for Adults 70+KMH Hobby RC Truck, 4WD Remote Control Car Off-Road Racing Buggy, Electric Vehicle Toy for Adults Kids with Oil-Filled Shock Absorbers

• Upgraded CROBOLL RC buggy owns 60A ESC (support 2/3S) and 7.4 V19000RP 550 brushed motor, and 70+ km/h potential speed that is achievable in optimum driving conditions on 3S LiPo. Equipped with a professional RC transmitter, the new basher will be able to set throttle limits at 30% or 70% until they are ready to use the full speed potential. No matter as a birthday gift, holiday present or buy for yourselves, you will never ever regret to own one!
• A responsive Steering Assembly and 1.7 KG 5-wire Servo complement the ultra-reliable drive system of this RC car. The main shaft and full-time 4WD transmission with large powder gear withstand huge torque, have been chosen for reliability during extreme bashing. Upgraded 7 adjustbale Metal Pull Rods and the Oil-filled shocks with coil-over design for simple maintenance, extra toughness and amazing handling improve the control performance.
• New features of our 1:14 RC truck, such as the stronger Alumium Alloy Chassis and a stylish, high-downforce Nylon Wing, help this remote control truck keeping all four wheels planted as you explore the upper limits of its outrageous speed range; Tough Rubber Wheels give the 1/14 scale fast remote control car effective traction for bashing on almost any terrain; Front and Rear Bumpers avoid the car damaged from impacts.
• Those composite materials of this RC Car for adults, including Adjustable body mounts, Metal Fabricated Structure, Easy-access power and electronics module, come together for an easy-to-maintain, super-durable Racing vehicle design, conquering race tracks, trails, muddy courses, skate parks and more. High chassis sides and a close-fitting buggy body limit the amount of dirt and debris that can get into the chassis tub. This version features further increases the original buggy’s already impressive performance and durability.
• The package of this RC truck also includes abudant accessories for our customers, including Upgraded Bumpers, tire screw set, swing arm set and so on.  In order to better protect the rights and interests of customers, we provide a 60-day warranty for our RC cars. Please contact our after-sales team in time when you face any car issues. We will definitely give you a satisfactory solution.

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Bestseller No. 8

Traxxas 59076-3-BLUE Slayer Pro 4x4 Blue TRX 3.3 Engine w/EZ-Start 2 Speed Tran

• Traxxas 59073-3 - Slayer Pro 1/10 Nitro 4X4 Short Course Truck RTR, Blue
• Features: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) TQi 2.4GHz Transmitter and Receiver Hard-anodized, PTFE-coated GTR shocks with titanium-nitride shafts High-Torque, Waterproof steering and throttle servos Split-Spoke SCT wheels with chrome centers and colored beadlock trim Aggressive, authentic Pro 4X4 body design TRX 3.3 engine with EZ-Start electric starting Polished Resonator dual-chamber tuned pipe Extended chassis from the National Champion Revo 3.3
• Includes: (1) Slayer Pro 4WD Truck with Oil-Filled Shocks (1) 3.3 Engine, EZ-Start (1) Body (4) Tires (4) Wheels (4) Foam Inserts (1)TQi 2.4GHz Radio (1)Digital Ball Bearing Steering Servo (1)Standard Servo (1)15T Clutch Bell (1)38T Spur Gear (2) Air Filter Elements (1) 7.2V Battery (1) 2-Amp DC Car Charger (1) Extra Glow Plug (1) Fuel Bottle Filter Oil Long Travel Rocker and Spring Set Tool Set Illustrated Manual
• Specs: Vehicle Dimensions: Length: 23.54" (598mm), Width: 11.65" (296mm), Height: 7.87" (200mm) Weight: 7.78lb (3.53kg) Wheelbase: 13.9" (353mm) Front and Rear Track: 12.68" (322mm) Outer Edges of Tires Center Ground Clearance: 2.5" (63.5mm) Gear Ratio (1st Gear): 15.75:1 Gear Ratio (2nd Gear): 10.05:1 Body Dimensions: Length: 21.5" (546mm) Width: 9.4" (238mm) Behind Front Wheels Narrowest Point 11.4 (290mm) at Rear Wheels Widest Point, Heigh
• Part number(s) included (in factory packaging): 59076-3

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Bestseller No. 9

Team Associated 1/8 RC8B3.2 Nitro Team 4 Wheel Drive Buggy Kit ASC80939 Cars Elec Kit 1/10 Off-Road

• Suspension arm design with inserts for flex adjustments, Longer rear suspension arm length with narrow rear arm mounts, Center bulkhead splits and has front/rear specific top halves to prevent brake misalignment, Enclosed battery box for quick and easy battery removal
• Larger receiver box for better wire management, One-piece graphite transponder and electronic switch mount, Flex Control radio tray has three different configurations for chassis flex adjustment, Stiff shock bladder design improves jumping and handling performance, Updated shock cap works for bladder or emulsion style shock setups, Shorter and lower front bumper reduces drag and allows easier access to anti-roll bar screws,
• I.F.M.A.R. approved rear wing, 42T ring and 12T pinion gears on front and rear differentials for improved gear ratios, Updated chassis with chamfered front edges to reduce drag, Side guards are now threaded into the chassis from the top side of the car, 90% parts compatibility with RC8B3.1

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SaleBestseller No. 10

ARRMA RC Car 1/8 Typhon 6S V5 4WD BLX Buggy with Spektrum Firma RTR (Ready-to-Run), Black and Red, ARA8606V5

• EASY TO HANDLE RC TRUCK: Updated with Spektrum components and Smart compatible
• SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE: 70+ MPH (113km/h) speeds achievable in optimum conditions using a 6S LiPo battery and optional pinion gear, not included
• INCLUDES: EXB compatible front brace
• DURABLE: Large volume waterproof receiver box
• READY-TO-RUN: just install a charged 4 cell or 6 cell LiPo battery of your choice

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How to find the best budget nitro rc car?

Here, we’ll be going over a number of factors that you can use to ensure that you’re purchasing the best budget nitro rc car for you.

Regardless of which type of item you’re looking to buy, chances are that there are existing buying guides on the internet, all of which aim to give you good budget nitro rc car recommendations.

Despite these recommendations, however, it’s always a good idea to do your own research. In addition to this research, asking yourself the following questions is also super helpful:

• What features does the budget nitro rc car need to have to be perfect for my needs?
• What is my budget?
• Do I need to purchase a certain brand?

Once you’ve answered these questions and have a good idea of what you’re looking for and the buying process becomes much easier. Keep in mind that when looking for the best product, there’s no need to rush. In fact, very rarely are the ideal products found by choosing the first one you see or by basing your decisions on only one factor. Take your time and enjoy the process!

Now, with the answers to the previous questions in mind, we urge you to use our upcoming buying guide for budget nitro rc car to find what you’re looking for:

Brand

In some cases, the brand of budget nitro rc car is very important. For example, if you’re looking for an item that works in tandem with another, you might very well need both products to be the same brand. If this is the case, it’s vital to pay attention to this factor, as choosing the wrong product can mean the difference between wasting your money and buying a great product that functions as it should.

Features

The features in any given budget nitro rc car are important because they can dictate which version of an item you need and how much money you need to spend. Consider all the key features that you want your item to have and don’t settle for anything that doesn’t check at least ¾ of your boxes.

Reviews

Customer reviews about budget nitro rc car are crucial – especially when you’re buying a product that costs a lot of money or serves a big importance. Luckily, most products can be found online, which means that it’s common for there to be scores of customer reviews from those who have already purchased any given product.

Pay attention to these reviews. Take note of the pros and cons that they mention, and factor these into your big decision. In some cases, you’ll be forced to sacrifice one con in order to gain a particular pro, but being aware of the potential con is going to be beneficial in either case.

Quality

Of course, quality is key. You don’t want to purchase a low-quality product. If you do, you run the risk of your item breaking, not working properly, or otherwise proving to be very disappointing, as well as a waste of money.

You can compare budget nitro rc car quality by researching what your potential purchases are made from, contrasting the individual items against each other to discern which one is made of the best materials.

Warranty

Warranty isn’t always going to be important, but it definitely can be. This is especially true if the item in question is tech-related or expensive. A good warranty will be valid for an extended time after purchase and cover a variety of problems ranging from item defects to random accidents, water damage, and other miscellaneous events that could ruin your product.

Conclusion

The quest to find the best budget nitro rc car can be daunting – but it doesn’t have to be. It can be made much easier by asking yourself a few simple questions and then thinking critically about the items you want to buy. Consider their features, quality, brand, warranty, and customer reviews and you’re more likely to make a great purchase.