How Big Is A 1/10 Scale RC Car? (The 360-Guide)

The RC world is very fun and interesting. But before stepping into it, you must gain some knowledge about RC cars. This includes the scale size of different RC cars. 1/10 scale RC cars are regarded as small in size.

So, you may wonder how big is a 1/10 Scale RC Car?

1/10 scale RC cars range from about 17.5 to 21.6 inches in length, 7.8 to 14.4 inches in width, and 4.2 to 9.1 inches. They come in different types such as Road Car, Buggy, Short course truck, Stadium truck, and Monster truck. Popular manufacturers include Arrma, Traxxas, Bezgar, Holyton, etc.

This is just a small preview of the dimensions of 1/10 scale RC cars. But there is a lot more to know about the form factor.

Different types of RC cars have different dimensions as well. So, stick with us till the end if you want to know more about this.

How Big Is a 1/10 Scale RC Car?

RC cars come in different size scales. One out of those sizes is a 1/10 scale. The other popular size scales for RC cars are 1/6, 1/8, and 1/12.

The smaller the denominator gets, the smaller the size of the car is. You can also find RC cars that go down to 1/28 and 1/64 scale sizes. They are called mini-size RC cars.

So, how big a 1/10 scale RC car actually is? In terms of weight, a 1/10 RC may weigh somewhere from 3.2 lbs to 11.2 lbs depending on the model. Generally, road car models are the lightest, and monster car models are the heaviest.

If we talk about dimensions, a 1/10 scale RC car is on average around 17.5 – 21.6 inches long, 7.8 – 14.4 inches wide, and 4.2 – 9.1 inches high. So, it’s quite small in form factor.

Due to that 1/10 scale size RC car is also referred to as a small-sized RC.

Though RC cars have different size scales, they look quite similar if they are modeled after the same car. For instance, Kraton 6s and 8s are different in size but they look quite similar because of the same car model.

But different types of RC cars of the same scale size may differ in size due to the change in their types.

For instance, even though Traxxas 24076-4 Bandit VXL and Holyton RC both are 1/10 scale size, they are not similar in size because of different car models.

Here are some 1/10 scale RC cars that we highly recommend –

Types of 1/10 Scale Size RC Cars

If we look into the RC car market, different types of 1/10 scale cars are there. The common types are road cars, buggies, short-course trucks, stadium trucks, and monster trucks. All have their dedicated 1/10 scale size versions.

So, let’s look at the popular RC car types and know about them some more.

Road Cars

RC road/on-road cars are also known as ‘touring cars’. It is the mini-size version of regular road cars that we see. It is comfortable to run on concrete, carpet, and asphalt.

Road cars feature independent suspensions involving both lower and upper control arms. It usually has two decks as well, an upper and lower deck, and rubber tires. Such RC cars are widely popular for their insane speeds.

The cars we see at RC car races are typically road cars with modifications. It runs smoothly on flat surfaces and can accelerate straightforwardly.

As this type of RC car has very low ground clearance, they are not suitable for off-road terrain.

Buggies

RC buggies are one of the most versatile cars available. It is an all-terrain car that can accelerate on both flat and off-road. It has a grunge look and the shock absorbers of the car are visible from the outside.

Buggies have moderate ground clearance. So, you can run it on bumpy and rocky roads. But if the rocks are large, that may cause issues with the car. The suspension of this type of car is long and the tires are quite narrow.

If you are interested in purchasing a RC buggy, you may choose from our recommendation list below –

Short Course Trucks

Short course RC trucks are very popular among hobbyists. It has a moderate ground clearance and can be taken to both road and off-road terrains. This type of RC car is designed to race on short dirt courses.

The suspensions (shock absorbers) of short-course RC cars are not as long as buggies. The wheels of the car are well inside the frame and protected by bumpers. Short course trucks are great for modification as well.

Monster Trucks

It is the most popular type of RC car. As it looks more muscular and has a heavy-duty profile, people love it. Also, they are quality durable compared to other types.

Monster trucks are specifically designed for off-road, rocky, and mountain terrains.

Monster trucks are rugged and have a comparatively higher discharge rate than others. The wheelbase of this type of RC car is way bigger. Thus, it can easily cruise through any ups and downs.

But it is not particularly good for racing. Rather you can do various stunts and tricks with a monster truck. There are some great RC monster trucks out there.

Here are some of the RC monster trucks that you may try out –

Stadium Trucks

You can view stadium trucks as a mix of buggy and monster trucks. It got the ruggedness and open wheelbase of a monster truck, as well as the low ground clearance and small, narrow wheels of a buggy.

These puppies are great for on and off-road runs. The shock absorbers are on the outside, so it handles bumps very well compared to a road car.

It is also quite faster than a monster truck and has fewer chances of rolling over.

FAQs

What is the fastest 1/10 scale size RC car?

Among the speedy RC cars, we like Traxxas 24076-4 Bandit VXL. It has a top speed of more than 70 MPH which is insanely fast for an RC car.

What are some good 1/10 scale RC cars?

There are many good 1/10 RC cars. Our top 3 among them would be – Bezgar 1:10 Scale RC Car, Arrma Senton 4×4 RC Car, and Holyton RC Car.

Is a 1/10 Scale RC car too small?

1/10 Scale RC cars are on the smaller side but they are not too small. They are still bigger than 1/12, 1/28, 1/64 scale RC cars.

Conclusion

So, that’s a wrap. We hope you could introduce you to the world of RC cars as well as clear your confusion – how big is a 1/10 scale RC car. Now that you know the dimensions of a 1/10 scale RC car, make your choice if it suits you or not.

Please leave feedback if you have any. Best of luck.

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David Gaskill

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David Gaskill is an experienced RC technology expert and the driving force behind Custom RC Wraps situated in Cartersville, Georgia. His years of hands-on experience and academic background in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Robotics and Automation have equipped him with the knowledge and skills to tackle a wide range of RC-related challenges.