10 best petrol rcs

Petrol RCs, also known as gasoline-powered remote-controlled vehicles, are a type of hobbyist-grade remote-controlled vehicle that use internal combustion engines running on petrol (gasoline) as their power source. These vehicles are popular among enthusiasts who enjoy the realism and performance characteristics of gas engines.

Here are some key points related to petrol RCs:

  1. Power Source: Unlike electric RC vehicles which use rechargeable batteries, petrol RCs use small two-stroke or four-stroke gasoline engines for power. These engines are typically similar to those found in small model airplanes or lawn equipment.

  2. Performance: Petrol RCs are known for their high performance, often achieving higher speeds and longer run times compared to their electric counterparts. They can be tuned and modified to increase power and speed.

  3. Realism: Many hobbyists prefer petrol RCs because they mimic the sound and performance of full-sized vehicles more closely than electric ones. The sound of a petrol engine adds to the realism.

  4. Maintenance: Maintaining a petrol RC involves tasks like refueling, tuning the engine, and cleaning the exhaust system. It requires more maintenance compared to electric RCs.

  5. Cost: Petrol RCs can be more expensive upfront due to the complexity of the engines and the materials used. However, running costs are generally lower because petrol is cheaper than rechargeable batteries over the long term.

  6. Size: Petrol RCs often come in larger sizes compared to their electric counterparts. This can make them more suitable for outdoor use, particularly in larger open spaces.

  7. Variety of Models: Petrol RCs are available in various types including cars, trucks, boats, and even helicopters. They can be used for various types of terrain and applications.

  8. Skill Level: Operating and maintaining a petrol RC requires some level of mechanical aptitude and understanding of internal combustion engines. Beginners may find it more challenging compared to electric RCs.

  9. Safety Considerations: Due to the flammable nature of petrol, users need to take extra precautions when handling and storing it.It's important to follow safety guidelines provided by the manufacturer.

Overall, petrol RCs offer a unique and exciting hobby experience for enthusiasts who appreciate the performance and realism provided by internal combustion engines. They are commonly used in the realm of hobbies, toys, and games related to remote-controlled vehicles.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best petrol rcs on the market
  

Yamix 4 Stroke Petrol Engine RC Engine Toyan Engine DIY Engine Motor for 1:10 1:12 1:14 RC Car Boat Airplane (FS-S100G)

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Product description

Applicable People: 14 years old or older

Operation Method: The ignition part is 7.4v battery connected to the CDI kit and then connected to the spark plug and then connected to the engine. The fuel part is the fuel tank connecting the oil pipe and the engine is connected. The starting part is the CDI kit and the kit is equipped with the Hall sensor and the engine

The product is suitable for 1:10, 1:12, 1:14 scale model cars or model ships and other equipment, also can be used for classroom display, as teaching AIDS

Notes: Please use it carefully during operation. Do not touch the motor fan with your hands to avoid scratching. Do not touch the cylinder department with your hands to prevent burns.



Specifications:

.Material: Metal + Plastic

.Engine Dimensions: 100.5 x 85.4 x 86.5mm

.Cylinder Bore: 17.0mm

.Piston Diameter: 16.6mm

.Displacement: 3.5cc

.Output Power: 0.5ps Horsepower

.Speed: 2500-13500rpm

.Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.54 x 8.65cm

.Product Weight: 380g

.Package Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 10cm

.Package Weight: 410g

.Packing: Box



Package Content:

.1 x Model Engine(With Starting Motor)



  • Extra accessories (General accessories) for starting the model : CDI kit, spark plug, start ESC, simulator, 11.1v T plug battery. 7.4vT plug battery. Not included in the kit, need buying by yourself.
  • If you use gasoline above No.92, the gasoline needs to be proportioned to the oil. The oil is 2T (2-stroke engine oil, the type used for ordinary motorcycles), which is adjusted from 1:25 to 1:30. A litre of petrol needs 40ml of oil.
  • Working Principle: Using Gasoline fuel. The process of moving from one end of the cylinder to the other when the piston reciprocates within the cylinder is called a stroke
  • The four-stroke engine is divided into an intake stroke, a compression stroke, a power stroke and an exhaust stroke.
  • 2 laps of oil needle factory debugging, 1.5 laps of auxiliary oil needle factory debugging, and the minimum idle throttle is 2.5mm.

User questions & answers

Question: Is this supercharged? What is the cylindrical piece with holes in it on the back of the engine
Answer: Hi there, it is not supercharged. And i am confused which piece ( the cylindrical piece with holes) you are asking. Please circle the part and send me the picture.
Question: Does it run on regular gas
Answer: The fuel is: 1:25 2T oil; or No.92 gasoline, mixed fuel. (Please reference the second description) Besides, it need Extra accessories to starting the model ( Please search " Yamix RC Engine Starter " or " B07Y7WG656 "
Question: Is there a cam shaft with valves that open & close
Answer: Hello, This model does not has a cam shaft with valves that open & close.

RAVPump 4 Stroke RC Engine Petrol Engine Toyan Engine for 1:10 1:12 1:14 RC Car Boat Airplane -FS-S100G

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Product description

Specifications:

Material: Metal + Plastic

Engine Dimensions: 100.5 x 85.4 x 86.5mm

Cylinder Bore: 17.0mm

Piston Diameter: 16.6mm

Displacement: 3.5cc

Output Power: 0.5ps Horsepower

Speed: 2500-13500rpm

Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.54 x 8.65cm

Product Weight: 380g

Package Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 10cm

Package Weight: 410g

Packing: Box





Package Content:

1 x Model Engine(With Starting Motor)





  • It weighs 380g, small and powerful.CDI kit, spark plug, start ESC, simulator, 11.1v T plug battery, 7.4vT plug battery are not included in the startup and need to be purchased separately.
  • If you use gasoline above No.92, the gasoline needs to be proportioned to the oil. The oil is 2T (2-stroke engine oil, the type used for ordinary motorcycles), which is adjusted from 1:25 to 1:30. A litre of petrol needs 40ml of oil.
  • Working Principle: Using methanol as fuel. The process of moving from one end of the cylinder to the other when the piston reciprocates within the cylinder is called a stroke.The four-stroke engine is divided into an intake stroke, a compression stroke, a power stroke and an exhaust stroke.
  • Operation Method: The ignition part is 7.4v battery connected to the CDI kit and then connected to the spark plug and then connected to the engine. The fuel part is the fuel tank connecting the oil pipe and the engine is connected. The starting part is the CDI kit and the kit is equipped with the Hall sensor and the engine.
  • Notes: Please use it carefully during operation. Do not touch the motor fan with your hands to avoid scratching. Do not touch the cylinder department with your hands to prevent burns.

WEIFAN Remote Control Car 1:5 Scale 2Wd Rc Petrol Buggy High Speed Fast Racing Monster Vehicle Hobby Truck for Teens Adults

Product description

Scale 1: 5

1. 36cc single-cylinder air-cooled two-stroke four-point fixed gasoline engine (standard with Walbro 1107 carburetor, NGK spark plug)

2, body length x width x height LxWxH: 970x480x370mm

3.Front track 395mm / rear 400mm

4, wheelbase 570mm

5.Rear wheel drive

6, rear axle brake

7.18KG kg metal throttle servo

8, 45KG metal gear steering servo (plastic version)

9.Dominator

10.Metal differential

11, 5T / 5SC big nail

12, 6mm plastic shock absorption

13.SC62000 mAh battery

14, BER 2.4G LED screen 3 channel remote control

15, 8000 rpm wear-resistant clutch

16.Second generation reinforced front and rear suspension

17.New matching pot

18.Front and rear anti-roll bar components

19, 9mm half shaft

20.Metal clutch tripod

21.New symmetrical steering

22.Emergency repair kit is provided with the vehicle

23. Car oil package: shock absorption oil, differential oil, air filter oil

24.One-piece hexagon clutch cup kit

25.PC material split car shell

26、5T / 5SC / 5FT dedicated full protection roll cage (pig cage)

27, 5SC can be installed after the dominator collision

28. Spare wheels for rear wheels

29, 5SC front bumper

  • ★Size: 970x480x370mm (LxWxH).
  • ★36cc single-cylinder air-cooled two-punch four-point fixed gasoline engine (standard with Walbro 1107 carburetor, NGK spark plug).
  • ★Equipped with 2.4G three-channel remote control with LCD screen.
  • ★CNC machining of most car parts, and the accessories are universal and easy to get(hobby store or internet).
  • ★For more configuration information, please see the product description.

Brushless 3D Motor Wonderful Alternative to 30-35CC Petrol Engine for Giant RC Airplane(Fix Wing Airplane/3D and Aerobatic Models 2nd Generation GA Series GA2000.4

Product description

GA motor - For giant RC airplane series

Key features:

Dualsky biggest RC motor we have ever produced.

Maximum output: 6000w (9.2 HP)

New modular light weight structure

Dualsky 28 poles efficient structure

Driven directly by 90 mm diameter rotor without gearing box

Using the best 0.2 mm silicon steel sheet raw materials

Using high grade Neodymium magnet which is resistant to high temperature

Lower IR winding wire to decrease the temperature remarkably after long-time working

Dismountable stator, easier to maintain

12 mm diameter high strength shaft (external 10 mm diameter)

Imported over-sized NSK bearings, low noise and ultra-long life

Long shaft(10mm) and no need to drill the propeller

Propeller fixed with two screws

Pre-drill a 5 mm spinner fixing hole at the top of shaft

High-precision rotor, dynamically balanced on both sides, lowest resonance in RC industry

Come with DB6 plug and motor extension

  • For 20cc class(equivalent to .110E) 3D airplane(up to 70" wingspan)
  • 400 RPM/V
  • Applied up to 6 kg sport airplane/ 3.7kg 3D airplane
  • Environmental friendly product

RAVPump Enginediy Toyan Engine in RC Car 1:10 with Toyan FS-S100G Petrol Engine and 2.4G Remote Control

Product description

Specifications:

Material: Metal Plastic

Product Size: 44 x 22 x 10cm

Product Weight: 4000g

Package Dimensions: 50 x 25 x 20cm

Package Weight: 4500g

Packing: Box



Package Including:

1 x 1/10 Scale RC Car Set



  • Full Set: Equipped with engine TOYAN FS-S100G, 4CH 2.4g remote control. The frame includes the main frame, axle, tire, gear box, transmission shaft, steering gear mounting frame, steering / throttle / shift lever, Reduction pulley, bow plate damping.
  • Material: Metal + Plastic
  • Size: 44 x 22 x 10cm.
  • 2.4G RC Car: The engine can be started / off through remote controller. very cool~
  • Tips: Suit for people over 14 years old. The RC Car has been assembled. If there is any quesitons, please contact with us.

Tongina Universal Petrol Tank Fuel Tank Replacement for 1: 8 Nitro Rc Car

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Product description

Description:

- 100% Brand new and high quality

- Easy to install, durable in use

- Available for HSP 1/8 scale nitro car/buggy/truck, such as 94081 94083 94087 94085 94086

- Capacity: 125CC

- Material: Plastic, Metal

Size Chart:

Size: approx. 8 x 10 x 6cm/3.15 x 3.94 x 2.36inch

Package Includes:

1 Piece of 125CC Fuel Tank

  • 100% Brand new and high quality
  • Easy to install, durable in use
  • Available for HSP 1/8 scale nitro car/buggy/truck, such as 94081 94083 94087 94085 94086
  • Capacity: 125CC
  • Material: Plastic, Metal

Pull Start Recoil Starter for HPI 26 28 29 30 30.5cc for 1/5 RC Hobby Model Gas Gasoline Engine Petrol Car Buggy Upgraded Hop-Up Parts 25023 94050 95054

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Product description

Item: Pull Start Starter for HPI D10056 26 28 29 30cc

Scale: For All RC 1/5th Scale

Color: Black

Weight: 127g

Total size :Approx. 120x90x30mm/4.72x3.54x1.18"

Length: Approx. 120mm/4.72"

Width:Approx. 90mm/3.54"

Hole Center to Hole Center Length : Approx. 67mm/2.65

Thickness:Approx. 30mm/1.18"

Package Include:  

1 x Pull Starter

  • ✔ Premium Quality Pull Starter Ship Fast Direct From Our USA Warehouse.Responsive Customer Service.
  • ✔ Hole Center to Hole Center Length :67mm
  • ✔ Pull Starter Convenient In Operating For All RC 1/5 Model Car.
  • ✔ Easy To Install.This May Fit Other Models Most parts are interchangeable between models but if in doubt please check your manual or ask us for more specific information.
  • ✔ Produced By HobbyCrawler ,Well made and 100% Brand New.

GTBracing CNC Metal New Fuel Gas Tank Cap for 1/5 RC Car Part HPI Baja 5b ss 5t 5sc& losi 5ive t (Red)

Product description

GTBracing New Baja Metal Fuel Tank Gas Petrol Cap .

Elastic buckle new design approach, increasing emptying filter, oil inlet filter. Quicker and more convenient to your car by adding fresh blood.

Better able to reflect the time when the game is speed

PS: This section fuel tank cap fit LOSI hpi km range petrol model cars

Package:1set (Silver or Black or Red optional)

  • New Fuel Gas Tank Cap for RC 1/5 Car HPI Baja 5b ss 5t & losi 5ive t
  • Metal CNC Manufacturing
  • Package:1set (Silver/Red/Black Optional)

XOAR PJA 17 Inch 2 Blade RC Airplane Propeller Wood Prop for Gasoline RC Planes (17x13)

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  • PREMIUM MATERIAL: Made of Premium Top Grade German Beechwood Lumber. It is excellent for minimal elongation, breakpoint and distortion, therefore it is the best for making Wooden Model Airplane Propellers.
  • CNC DIGITAL IMAGING: CNC digital imaging process ensures consistent quality in diameter, propeller blade profile and pitch which are all crucial for RC aircraft performance.
  • PRE-BALANCED* : Each Xoar prop is manually finished to reach perfect surface smoothness. It is balanced both horizontally and vertically for minimal vibration caused by airplane propeller.
  • SPEC: Diameter: 17 inch | Weight: 52g | Shaft Diameter: 8mm | Type: Tractor Propeller
  • COMPATIBLE ENGINES: 17cc to 25cc Gasoline Engines for RC Model Airplanes.

Product features

ABOUT XOAR PJA / PJI BEECHWOOD PROPELLER

XOAR PJA / PJI Beechwood Propeller is the perfect choice for every level of hobbyist to display their flying skills because of its light weight, high efficiency and accurate performance. Most importantly, Xoar PJA / PJI Props come in a full range of specs from 9" to 36" diameters and a well variety of pitch to satisfy all kinds of aircraft and engine specs and desired flight performance.

ABOUT XOAR PJA / PJI BEECHWOOD PROPELLER

XOAR PJA / PJI Beechwood Propeller is the perfect choice for every level of hobbyist to display their flying skills because of its light weight, high efficiency and accurate performance. Most importantly, Xoar PJA / PJI Props come in a full range of specs from 9" to 36" diameters and a well variety of pitch to satisfy all kinds of aircraft and engine specs and desired flight performance.

ABOUT XOAR PJA / PJI BEECHWOOD PROPELLER

All XOAR Beechwood Propeller hubs are manually processed to optimize aerodynamic by eliminating abrupt corners. This manual process is only done by the best trained and most experienced craftsman to ensure each propeller meets the quality standard.

ABOUT XOAR PJA / PJI BEECHWOOD PROPELLER

XOAR Beechwood Propeller is the perfect choice for every level of hobbyist to display their flying skills because of its light weight, high efficiency and accurate performance. XOAR offers a wide range of RC propellers in different materials such as Beechwood, Laminates, Nylon, and Carbon for Gasoline, Nitro and Electric RC Planes. There is a right prop for every hobbyist.

Lingxuinfo Gasoline RC Car 1/5 Scale Gas Truck High Speed Remote Control Off-Road Vehicle with 32cc Gasoline Engine and 2.4G Remote Controller

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Product description

1:5 High Strength Nylon Gasoline Remote Control Car Off-road Vehicle with Body, 32cc Gasoline Engine, 2.4G Remote Control



Configuration Parameter:


.Ratio: 1:5.

.Engine Type: 32cc Single-cylinder Air-cooled Two-stroke Four-point Fixed Gasoline Engine.

.Size: 817(L) x 480(W) x 255(H)mm.

.Wheel Base: Front 395mm / Rear 400mm.

.Wheelbase: 570mm

.Drive / Braking: Rear Wheel Drive / Rear Axle Braking

.18KG All-metal Geared Throttle Steering Gear

.45KG Metal Gear Steering Gear (Plastic Version)

.Second generation SS resonant tube

.Metal Differential

.Third Generation Wasteland Tyre (Third Generation High-strength Nylon Wheel Hub)

.6mm Shock Absorption

.SC6V 2000mAh Battery

.BER 2.4G LED Screen 3CH Remote Control

.New Material Wear Resistant 8000 Rotary Clutch

.Front and Rear Tilting Bar Group

.All High Strength Nylon Parts

.9mm Half Shaft (Dog Bone)

.Metal Clutch Tripod

.New Symmetrical Steering

.New Matching Pot



Specifications:

.Material: Metal + Plastic

.Product Size: 81.7 x 48 x 25.5cm

.Product Weight: 13000g



Package Content:

.1 x Gasoline RC Car (Body + Engine + 2.4G Remote Control)

  • Completely Model: Easy to start, ready to run. ( Gasoline and oil NOT Included, please prepare your own.)
  • Excellent Quality: The whole car is made of high strength nylon with high quality material, which can reduce the weight of the body and reduce the loss.
  • Quality Features: With characteristics of good wear resistance, toughness and durability. The bottom plate has been strengthened and the frame has been optimized to have better stability.
  • High Cost Performance: High strength nylon parts, handle any terrain with ease. This RC car can travel on any terrain.
  • Powerful 32cc Gas Engine, 2.4GHz radio system, 1/5 scale, let you personally feel the speed and passion. Any product working related queries, please feel free to contact us.

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