The Inside Track on Losi’s NASCAR R/C Car: Part 1

My love for the R/C hobby can’t be rivaled by many things, but something that comes close is motorsport. Losi’s new 1/12-scale NASCAR R/C Car lineup not only looks like a great entry point for new hobbyists, but it’s also a great way for NASCAR fans to take their love for the sport to another level.

Horizon Hobby and Losi are lifting the curtain on how this product was developed with a four-part series detailing the “Inside Track” on this 1/12 NASCAR replica. The first installment recaps Horizon Hobby’s history with NASCAR, ranging from sponsorships to products.

This first episode contains some interesting tidbits. Without spoiling too much, there is shared DNA between the 1/12 NASCAR R/C Car and ARRMA’s 1/18 GROM Monster Truck. There’s more to the story, and it’s worth checking out.

The Losi NASCAR R/C Car Lineup:

Specs:

Power Type: Electric
Gear Pitch: Mod-0.5
Servos: Included
Final Drive Ratio: 7.76
Motor Type: Brushed
Speed Control: Included
Approximate Assembly Time: No Assembly Required
Body: Painted and Decaled
Pinion: 19T
Scale: 1/12
Product Weight: 935g (33.0 oz)
Vehicle Type: On-Road
Battery: Included
Connector Type: IC2
Gear Ratio: 2.50
Internal Gear Ratio: 2.50
Motor Size: 380
Spur Gear: 59T
Steering Type: 2WS
Suspension: Independent
Charger: Included
Differential: Gear
Max Battery Dimensions: 102mm (4.02 in) x 34mm (1.34 in)
Receiver: Included
Battery Tray Dimensions: 102mm (4.02 in) x 34mm (1.34 in)
Vehicle Size: Mini
Completion Level: Ready-To-Run
Drivetrain: AWD
Drive Type: Forward/Brake/Reverse
Top Speed: 20+
Wheel Hex Size: 8mm
Radio: Included
Radio and Electronics Technology: SLT Protocol, Smart

The Losi NASCAR R/C Car is priced at $179.99 and is available through Losi, Horizon Hobby, and their dealers. This model is currently available for pre-order and is estimated to ship in September 2024.

Visit horizonhobby.com to learn more about this 1/12-scale radio-controlled NASCAR replica.

Image credit: Horizon Hobby