Is this a good first RC car for a beginner?

Yes. It is ready to run with battery, charger and transmitter included, and the controls are simple. Keep it on open ground at first, because it is fast enough to break parts in a hard hit.

Can it run on 3S LiPo?

The ESC is rated for 3S, and the truck is much quicker on a 3S pack than on the included battery. Check that the battery fits the tray and use the correct connector.

Hosim rates it around 40 mph on 3S, and owners report it feels close to that on pavement. On grass and dirt the real speed is lower.

The truck, a transmitter, a rechargeable battery and a USB charger. You supply AA batteries for the transmitter.

Are replacement parts easy to find?

Parts are available from Hosim and some online sellers, but the range is smaller than for Traxxas or Arrma models. Order common spares like arms and shocks before you bash hard.

How does it compare with a brushed 1/16 truck?

It is faster and more capable off-road thanks to the brushless motor and 4WD. A brushed truck is cheaper and simpler, but slower and less fun on rough ground.

Where can I buy the Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Hosim, eBay.

Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck

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$169.99at HosimChecked Nov 9

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Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck

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Our take on the Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck

The Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car is a 1/14-scale ready-to-run monster truck with a brushless motor, 4WD and a 3S-capable ESC. It is built for speed and light off-road bashing on grass, dirt and gravel, and it comes with battery and charger so it runs out of the box. Against brushed 1/16 and 1/18 trucks it offers more power and top speed, but it sits below hobby-grade 1/10 bashers in parts support and durability. Owners like the speed for the size and the low entry cost; the common complaints are weak shocks, short run times and fragile plastic parts after hard crashes.

Best forFirst-time hobby RC buyersBackyard and park bashingSpeed runs on pavement and dirtGifts for teens and adults

Pros

Brushless motor gives strong acceleration and high top speed for its size
True 4WD with oil-filled shocks and chunky off-road tires
Ready to run: battery, charger and transmitter included
3S-capable ESC leaves headroom over the included pack
Compact 1/14 size fits small yards and is easy to carry

Cons

Plastic suspension arms and shock towers can break in hard impacts
Included battery gives short run times, and spares are slow to arrive
Stock shocks leak or bend; many owners upgrade them
Steering servo is slow and weak for the speed
Not a hobby-grade platform, so parts support is limited

Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck prices at every store

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Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck price history

Lowest price we've seen: $169.99 on Nov 9 at Hosim. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners describe a fast, fun truck for the money that handles grass and dirt well and is easy to get running. The recurring complaints are durability after crashes, short battery life and weak shocks and servo.

What people mention

SpeedPraisedOwners say it is genuinely fast for a 1/14 truck and pulls hard on 3S.
DurabilityCriticisedReviewers report broken suspension arms and shock towers after hard crashes.
Battery lifeCriticisedThe included pack gives short run times, so owners buy extra batteries.
HandlingPraisedThe 4WD and big tires let it run well on grass, dirt and gravel.
ShocksMixedSome find the stock shocks adequate; others say they leak or bend and upgrade them.

Specifications

Power Type: Electric
Scale: 1/14 Scale
Drive Type: 4WD
Style: Truck
Ready To Run (RTR): Yes
Truck Style: Monster
Brushless Motor: Yes
Color

Questions and answers

Is this a good first RC car for a beginner?: Yes. It is ready to run with battery, charger and transmitter included, and the controls are simple. Keep it on open ground at first, because it is fast enough to break parts in a hard hit.
Can it run on 3S LiPo?: The ESC is rated for 3S, and the truck is much quicker on a 3S pack than on the included battery. Check that the battery fits the tray and use the correct connector.
How fast does it go?: Hosim rates it around 40 mph on 3S, and owners report it feels close to that on pavement. On grass and dirt the real speed is lower.
What is in the box?: The truck, a transmitter, a rechargeable battery and a USB charger. You supply AA batteries for the transmitter.
Are replacement parts easy to find?: Parts are available from Hosim and some online sellers, but the range is smaller than for Traxxas or Arrma models. Order common spares like arms and shocks before you bash hard.
How does it compare with a brushed 1/16 truck?: It is faster and more capable off-road thanks to the brushless motor and 4WD. A brushed truck is cheaper and simpler, but slower and less fun on rough ground.
Where is the Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck cheapest?: At Hosim, for $169.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Hosim Brushless Fast RC Car 1/14 RTR 3S 4x4 RC Truck?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Hosim, eBay.

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