May 7, 2010
Nitro RC cars do they actually use nitro?
i was wondering with nitro rc cars do you actually put nitro in them,if so were would you buy it from and is it costly?
They use a combination of methanol as primary ingredient, nitromethane in various percentages for increased power, and various special lubricants/oils.
How costly depends primarily on the percentage of nitromethane as this is the most expensive ingredient. The average price is between 5 and 15 dollars per QUART, depending on the nitro percentage.
MOST hobby shops that handle the vehicles, (plane, car, boat) also carry the fuel, or it can be bought on-line.
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uses a mix of nitro and fuel, can buy at most hobby stores
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It's a special blend of 2 stroke oil, nitro methanol and other ingredients. You buy it either online or from your local hobby shop
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They use a combination of methanol as primary ingredient, nitromethane in various percentages for increased power, and various special lubricants/oils.
How costly depends primarily on the percentage of nitromethane as this is the most expensive ingredient. The average price is between 5 and 15 dollars per QUART, depending on the nitro percentage.
MOST hobby shops that handle the vehicles, (plane, car, boat) also carry the fuel, or it can be bought on-line.
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40+ years flying RC planes.
Yes they do put some nitro into the mixture. It is best to buy the fuel instore because online you have to buy six gallons at a time for some reason. It usually cost between $18-35 per gallon depending on the brand and the percentage of nitro.
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5 years r/c experience