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RC Bashing Cars

Bashing is RC driving for fun, not racing: jumps, skate parks, gravel pits and anything else in reach. These cars are picked for toughness and parts support as much as speed.

273 in stock, plus pre-orders

Available to pre-order

New and restocking models you can order now. Each product page shows the expected date.

What makes a good basher

A basher needs to survive. That means 4WD, big tyres, long-travel oil shocks, a strong drivetrain and splash-resistant electronics. Speed helps, but a car that stays in one piece all afternoon beats a faster one that snaps a driveshaft on the first jump. Above all, a basher needs cheap, available parts, because you will break things.

Bashers by budget

Keep it running

  • Check wheel nuts and screws before each session; vibration loosens them.
  • Land jumps on all four wheels, and ease off the throttle in the air to avoid stripping gears.
  • Dry the car after wet runs and clean bearings now and then.
  • Carry spare arms and a spare spur gear; they're the usual casualties.

Brushless makes a big difference for bashing; brushed vs brushless explains why. Our battery guide covers safe LiPo use for bigger power setups.

Questions we get asked

What is RC bashing?
Driving an RC car just for fun, usually off-road, with jumps and stunts, rather than racing on a track.
What is the best cheap RC basher?
A 1/16 brushless 4WD truck around £100, such as the Blackzon Slyder MT Turbo or MJX Hyper Go 16207, or the 1/10 ZD Racing Thunder 9106 if you want bigger.
Is a monster truck or truggy better for bashing?
Monster trucks handle rough ground and big landings best. Truggies are faster and more stable at speed. Both make excellent bashers.