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I remember when I was about 9 or 10 I got a Kyosho Big Brute kit for Christmas. I was delighted when I opened it up. Needless to say, I wasn't really capable of building it so my Dad set about building it. About a week later it finally worked in a fashion, although it wouldn't reverse properly and I soon lost interest unfortunately. This Christmas I quite fancy getting myself a Monster Truck/Buggy (too soon to use the excuse its for my son as he's only 2 at the moment) and I'm trying to decide what. Think I'll go for a Lunchbox for some Monster Truck fun!

So there isn't any difference in size between the various Monster Trucks despite 'different' scales? I'm assuming they have the same motors and tire/wheel size etc? Thanks for the info so far.

I've noticed whilst looking for a Monster Truck that the 'Lunchbox' is listed as 1/12. I was under the impression it was 1/10th. Is it smaller than other Tamiya 'trucks or are they all that scale?

Hi, I was just wondering why you are involved in the 'RC' hobby? I myself am just starting in it so I guess I'd better give my reasons first. I always wanted an electric RC car 1/10 in scale when I was younger but never got one (mainly as my parents couldn't afford it) and so I guess it's a bit of nostalgia now at the age of 29. I must admit I'm intrigued at the competitive aspect of racing and also just the sheer fun of having a monster truck bouncing around in the mud (can't make up what I want first; buggy or monster truck). Why Tamiya? For me I guess it has to be because of the way they look (characterful) and that they are the models I loved to look at in catalogues as a kid. A big plus for me is that I've heard their instructions seem to be easier to follow compared to others when building which is a big plus to me as a beginner.

That's a shame. I was hoping that there might be a 1/10 Electric Monster Truck event somewhere. Oh well, might just have to get one anyway for 'fun'

Cheers guys, the Dark Impact looks good although I'd prefer 2wd. Associated B4 is more than I want to pay for a starter buggy (also it's not as if I'm going to be able to get the best out of it or be competing at that high a level initially), and I really want a Tamiya, simply because I really really wanted one as a kid but I (well, parents) could afford one. Think I will keep my eyes open for the Dark Impact/Desert Gator/Sand viper. I assume these are all 'tuneable' to an extent? Also, any tips for radios, batteries, chargers etc? Thanks

Electric. I just thought it would be good fun to take part in if anyone did it.

Do UK clubs have hold events for off road Monster Truck racing? Also, are there any Tamiya Trucks that would be suitable for this? Thanks

Hi, I'm thinking about buying my first 1/10 electric kit buggy and am unsure what to buy. Initially it would be for fun (to learn) and then maybe for club racing so I guess I would like it to be modifiable. I'd prefer 2wd and I've been thinking about the hornet, the frog, desert gator, sand viper or mad bull. Any advice much appreciated. Also, apart from the car what else will I need to buy? I'm guessing battery, controller & batteries and charger (preferably a fast charger?) I'm based in the UK