Can I get some Info?

[Fortitude]

A while ago I wanted to race Nitro Truggy's (Come on I mean look at them). But being too young to get a job I could not afford it. Now that I can I really want to get involved but I am still hesitant. I have used countless electric r/c's but nothing close to race grade. So some info is what I need, the best Truggy's (My budget is AU$400-450 and can stretch to AU$520 if it's got a transmitter as well. I don't mind kit or RTR but if it is kit it must have everything necessary, no extra purchases). It must look semi descent, like a Kyosho St-r Inferno or similar. Easy to build (while still posing a challenge) and easy to maintain. Most importantly- It MUST be readily available in Australia or at least be importable. The closer to Tassie the better. Please do not veer from Nitro Truggy's as that is the only class I am interested in, no brushless electric or Gas. Thanks!

 

[frickenjoey]

Well, considering I Don't live in Aussie I have no idea what is available. So how about giving us a little info on what IS there. What brands do you have? Help us help you

 

[Fortitude]

Ok thanks. As far as I know I can get every major brand (HPI, Kyosho, etc.) Along with any well selling R/C's. So if it's in America chances are that I can get it. Seeing as the American Dollar is close to he Aussie Dollar, My budget shouldn't be thrown out either. Hope that helps.

---------- Post added at 3:50 PM ---------- Previous post was at 3:48 PM ----------

Oh and I forgot to say that I know a lot of fairly good import sites.

 

[rcrager]

I'm going to get an hpi mt2 G3.0.it is a good car I've heard and hpi is a well known brand. It costs around $340 us dollars. You will have to buy the glowplug ignitor,fuel, etc. separate though.

 

[mtaylortank]

definetly a cool looking rig!! and I have heard they are pretty tough and fast out of the box!!! I would honestly say to go onto the major company sites and read about each of their truggy's and look at each one till you see "The One"

 

[ohiofordfan]

do they have a 1/10 scale class at your track? mine does not so i had to get rid of mine. i asked because you said you were wanting to race. to be honest your not going to get a 1/8 truggy with your budget. maybe shop around for a deal on a used one.?

 

[Ballen]

the difference's

what are the difference's between truck , buggy ,and truggy? I know dum ? but not really i've allways had trucks.

 

[frickenjoey]

The truggy is the best of both worlds when it comes to buggy/MTs. It has a center diff, 4 wheel drive and more nimble than a monster truck. They typically are 1/8 scale and use standard sized MT tires for the most part. They are wider than a buggy, normally a bit heavier and stronger built. If you hit up google you can find pictures of both and see they are pretty simular. I have both....I am a basher rather than racer so mine are not the newest coolest kid on the block....but damn fun.

 

[Fortitude]

Thanks Guy's. Hope its not too much trouble to ask what all the specs mean. E.g. the table that is listed with truggies on manufacturers sites. Thanks!

 

[Gav]

Have a look at the thunder tiger st1 rtr it costs around 450 there's a pro kit so plenty of upgrades and parts are easy to get I live in Sydney and most of my lhs stock or will order parts for you

 

[parry]

i recomend buying a nicley maintained roller in perth were i live there are people in the club that are selling team asosiated rollers for $300