One of the more exciting and popular rc vehicles is the 4wd rc monster truck.

Does an 1/8th scale rc monster truck convey the image of nothing is going to get in its way?

These ground pounding trucks do have the attitude of get out of my way!

Since hitting the market a few years ago the Rc Monster Truck has taken the hobby by storm.

There are many companies that are building what they think to be the ultimate monster truck. If you are thinking about a rc monster truck the list of choices is almost endless.

Nitro engines have been the preferred power source for almost all rc monster trucks.

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But, with all the changes in electric motor and battery technology over the last year or so, now we are starting to see many more electric powered monster trucks.

Plus, we are seeing individuals converting their nitro powered trucks into electric powered trucks. So, what are some of the things that all rc monster trucks have in common?

Almost all monster trucks share some of the same basic design characteristics.
These being:

1. Independent A-arm or cantilever suspension. With extra long arms to maximize suspension travel distance.

2. Fully adjustable suspensions. Adjust ride height, droop, camber, caster and toe in and out to just name a few.

3. Large over-sized tires for high ground clearance.

4. Over sized or multiple shocks per wheel. For improved handling.

5. Large engines or motors for exceptional torque and acceleration.

6. Two or three speed shift on the fly transmissions. Enabling them to launch off the line with authority and also reach top speeds will over thirty miles an hour.

7. Some nitro powered trucks have reverse build into the transmission.

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There are many things to consider when you are choosing your new rc monster truck.

One of the first things is where are you going to run, indoors or outdoors?

Indoors you are going to want an electric powered truck. While outdoors you can run either a nitro or electric powered monster truck.

Is your truck going to be used just for racing or a backyard basher or do you want to do both?

In the links below we will explore many different 1/8th scale rc monster trucks. Some will be racers, others are bashers and still more are a combination of both.

So have fun exploring many of the rc monster trucks that are available on the market today.

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Does an 1/8th scale rc monster truck convey the image of nothing is going to get in its way?

These ground pounding trucks do have the attitude of get out of my way!

Monster Trucks by Traxxas�

Monster Trucks by CEN Racing™

Monster Trucks from HPI Racing™

Monster Trucks from Team Losi™

Monster Truck by DuraTrax™

Schumacher Racing's� Monster Stunt Truck

Team Associated's™ Monster Truck

Monster Trucks from Redcat Racing™

Monster Trucks from Kyosho™

GS Racing's™ Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks From XTM Racing™