They're favorites of Tower Hobbies customers—fast, fun and easy to run!
Ready to join the racing fun, but not quite sure where to begin? Then browse through these popular pre-built models that have earned some of our customers' most complimentary comments. You're sure to find something that suits your budget, your performance goals, and your styling preferences.
 DuraTrax Evader EXT ST EP RTR
Take 2WD off-road racing to the extreme with the Evader EXT ST EP RTR from DuraTrax! It’s the perfect beginner’s vehicle, thanks to injection-molded MagnaFlex™ parts that make costly crashes and smashes a thing of the past. Run into walls or collide with other racers; the durable EXT will bounce back intact. And once you’re ready to enter competitive racing, there’s a wealth of high-quality hop-ups available to make the Evader even more extreme!
 DuraTrax 1/18 Vendetta 4WD RTR
The 1/18 Vendetta 4WD RTR is a serious competitor which includes adjustable oil shocks with racing springs; multiple mounting options; seven anodized aluminum hop-ups (including shock towers and front brace); full bearings and an adjustable suspension. It’s fully assembled, with a: 2-channel radio by Futaba®, a high-rpm 380 motor, an ESC with reverse, a painted body and mounted tires with foam inserts. It even includes a 6-cell 600mAh NiCd battery, charger and 8 “AA” batteries for the radio!
 Traxxas Rustler XL-5 RTR
Ride in with a 1/10 scale Rustler...ride off with 2WD wins! The factory-assembled Rustler XL-5 includes: ball bearing tranny w/hardened steel gears and Revo spec Torque-Control slipper clutch; heavy-duty bellcrank steering; Traxxas XL5 electronic speed control; ProGraphix painted body, 5-spoke chrome All Star wheels and a 2-channel TQ pistol radio.
 Traxxas Stampede XL-5 RTR
The Stampede XL-5 RTR is Ready-to-Race and ready to run roughshod over slower 2WD monsters. Features like the fan-cooled, 12T Titan motor and ProGraphix trim are sure to please. But other features, including the 2-Channel TQ radio, Traxxas Magnum 272 tranny with Revo spec Torque-Control slipper clutch, and Traxxas XL5 electronic speed control will blow you away!
Ready-to-run models made simply for fun.
If your #1 goal is to have as much fun for as little money and effort as possible, you might want to start with one of these factory-assembled models. They won't win any "serious" R/C competitions—but hey, so what? Each offers a quick, low-cost, super-easy way kick up your wheels in the backyard, on a parking lot, tabletop or at any other convenient locale.
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These higher-performance machines come assembled, too!
Being a beginner doesn't have to restrict your vehicle's racing performance. The following models are a bit more sophisticated in design than the ones mentioned above. They all use top-drawer R/C technology for high speeds—and they give you endless opportunities to make adjustments and add upgrades, so your machine's power grows right along with your skills. Want a closer look? Just click on the name of any RTR that catches your eye. You'll get more information about the model and what's included.
 Traxxas Stampede VXL Brushless RTR
This 1/10 scale, 2WD can hit speeds of over 65 mph…and here’s why: its brushless power system features a Velineon™ 3500 motor and VXL-3s ESC, plus 12-gauge Maxx Cable and a High-Current Connector to handle the loads! Other extras include a high-torque digital steering servo, sealed bearings and a ready-to-mount ProGraphix body.
 DuraTrax Nitro Evader ST RTR
This ready-to-run stadium star has a 7075 anodized aluminum chassis, steel turnbuckles, a composite disk brake and sealed battery and receiver box. A full set of bearings fights friction and the adjustable ball diff lets you fine-tune to meet track conditions. A slipper clutch controls wheel spin and prevents gear damage. A preinstalled .18 engine features a tuned pipe, rotary carb and recoil starter. The 2-channel radio made by Futaba even includes batteries!
 Traxxas Rustler VXL Brushless RTR
Traxxas’ Velineon Extreme Brushless Power System makes the Rustler a superior stadium truck choice. The system includes a 3500kV brushless motor matched to a VXL-3s fwd/rev/brake ESC with exclusive Training Mode, plus Maxx Cable 12-gauge wire and a Traxxas High-Current Connector. The Rustler also features a precision high-torque digital steering servo, steel internal tranny gears and a complete set of rubber-sealed bearings.
Tower Hobbies also offers Combos for many other R/C vehicles that are suitable for new hobbyists.
Browse through the wide selection on the Cars & Trucks Ultimate Combo page.
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