How To Drift An RC Car

In the world of RC cars, drifting is one of the most popular and exciting manoeuvres that drivers can attempt. It’s also one of the most difficult to master, as it takes a lot of practice and patience to get it right. But with a little know-how, you’ll be able to drift your car like a pro!

In this article, we will guide you through how to drift your RC car and what you can do to take your drifting to the next level.

What Is An Rc Drift Car?

RC drift cars are one of the latest crazes to hit the RC world. They are designed to mimic the look and feel of real drift cars, and they can be just as much fun to drive.

RC drift cars typically have a rear-wheel drive layout, and they use special tires that provide extra grip for drifting. Most RC drift cars also feature wide body kits, which help to improve stability and provide a more aggressive look.

RC drifting can be great fun but hard to master, the aim of drifting is to manoeuvre around the course in a more stylish side on way. Drifting is more about driving style than flat-out speed.

How to set up your Drift RC car

 

Drifting is a driving technique where the rear wheels lose traction, causing the car to slide sideways through turns. It’s a popular style of racing that looks incredibly cool, and it’s not as difficult as it might seem. RC drift cars are specially designed to make drifting easy, and with a few simple adjustments, you can have your RC car drifting like a pro in no time. Here’s how to set up your RC drift car:

1. Choose the right RC drift car (or build your own). Not all RC cars are created equal, and if you want to drift, you need an RC car that is specifically designed for drifting. Look for an RC drift car that has rear-wheel drive and rear-wheel steering. These features will give you the best chance of successfully drifting your RC car.

2. Upgrade your tires. The tires that come installed on your RC drift car are likely not going to be ideal for drifting. You’ll want to look for tires that are soft and have a lot of tread. This will help you to achieve the best possible grip when you’re trying to drift.

3. Lower your car’s center of gravity. This is one of the most important aspects of successful drifting. By lowering your RC car’s center of gravity, you’ll be able to achieve faster speeds and tighter turns. There are several ways to lower the center of gravity on your RC drift car, so experiment until you find what works best for you.

4. Set up your radio control system properly. In order to Drift properly, you need complete control over your RC car. That means setting up your radio control system properly. Take some time to read through the manual and ensure everything is adjusted correctly before heading out to the track.

5. Practice, practice, practice!!! The only way to really get good at drifting is by practising as much as possible. So, find a wide open space, like a parking lot or an empty street, and start sliding your way around corners.

How to drift your Drift RC car

 

Here’s a quick guide on how to drift your RC car. First, you’ll need an RC drift car. These can be found at most hobby stores or online retailers.

Once you have your car, it’s time to hit the track. Just like with real-world drifting, you’ll want to approach a turn at a high speed and then use your throttle to kick the rear end out. The key is to maintain control as you slide through the turn.

You need to think of steering the front end of the car around the curve whilst the back end is at a 45-degree angle. By feathering the throttle you will be able to maintain traction without losing control. The better you get at it, the quicker you can go.

Once you have the hang of drifting a corner try using some RC car cones and create an s-turn, no try to learn how to change direction quickly.

Some RC drift cars have built-in e-brakes that will help you with control more, but these will be more expensive and maybe something to think about later on down the line.

Where to find more information about drift RC cars

There is a wealth of information on the internet about RC drifting, especially on YouTube. You may want to search for an online forum or dedicated club too.

The best place to get information on RC drift cars is at your local RC racetrack. There you will find people to talk to about the technique and equipment needed to get into RC Car drifting.

Final Thoughts

We hope you have found this article on RC drift cars helpful. By following these pointers and getting out there and practising you should be able to pick up how to drift your RC car quite easily, mastering doing it might be a little harder though!