How a brushless motor works and its advantages
The brushless motor represents a significant advance on traditional motors equipped with brushes. This type of motor works thanks to an interaction between a rotor fitted with permanent magnets and a stator equipped with coils. The absence of carbon eliminates the need for a mechanical commutator, which is replaced by an electronic controller. The latter allows very fine management of speed and torque, ideal for applications requiring great precision, such as in certain remote-controlled vehicles where each speed adjustment can affect overall performance.
One of the main advantages of brushless motors lies in their energy efficiency. They convert more of the electricity into mechanical power, reducing energy consumption and improving performance.
This efficiency also translates into less heat being generated, which increases motor life and reduces the risk of overheating.
Durability is another major advantage of brushless motors.
The absence of moving parts that can wear out, such as carbon brushes, significantly reduces maintenance requirements. Another advantage of brushless motors is that they are quieter than other types of motor. For all these reasons, they are becoming the most common and popular motors in the RC world.
Short-race, buggy, truggy... which electric RC car is right for you?
Choosing the right type of electric RC car for you depends on your interests, the environment in which you plan to race and what you expect in terms of performance and handling. Here's an overview of the three main types: short-course, buggy and truggy, to help you make your choice.
Short-Course Trucks
Short-course vehicles are scale trucks that mimic real off-road racing trucks. They are designed for ruggedness and can handle a variety of terrains, including dirt, gravel and grass. With a wide body that protects against collisions and a low centre of gravity that helps prevent rollovers, short-course trucks are perfect for rough racing and competitions. They are particularly popular for their realism and ability to deliver a spectacular ride full of skids and jumps.
Buggys
Rc buggies are lightweight, agile and designed primarily for speed and handling on relatively smooth terrain such as sand, dirt or purpose-built race tracks. With their lower centre of gravity and aerodynamic profile, buggies are excellent for high-speed racing and can handle tight corners and rapid acceleration. If you're looking for a fast and intense racing experience, a buggy could be the ideal choice.
Truggys
Halfway between the buggy and the monster truck, the truggy combines the speed and agility of buggies with the robustness and stability of short-course trucks. They are fitted with large tyres and a raised chassis, enabling them to overcome larger obstacles and drive over rougher terrain than buggies. Truggys are perfect for those looking for a compromise between racing performance and off-road capability.
