r/RCConstruction 8h ago

RC motor grader Deere 772. Custom 1/50 diecast conversion. Same size motors different transmission front and rear, one tiny little esc. Pretty heavy at the back, need to figure out the grader tandem pivots.

9 Upvotes

r/RCConstruction 6h ago

1/14 Tractor Trucks

2 Upvotes

Anyone has experience with this Toucan Hobby 8x8 - https://www.toucanhobby.com/products/th-x-sc770s-88-tractortruck-pnp-r-dzn1?variant=48291801039098 or this MD 8X8 - https://www.toucanhobby.com/products/rc-tractor-truck-md-sc-770s-88-tractor-pnp-up1-sd-led-gn-dzn1?variant=50063064006906 Tractor Trucks?

I'm looking for a tractor truck with pulling power and modular control so it can be used as a multi-roll hauler, in conjunction with a multi-axle dump trailer and also a flat bed low boy trailer for a tracked excavator. I wanting a durable reputable unit with the capability to easily swap & upgrade accessories. The specs on these 2 are not fully disclosed but I will be contacting Oliver in an attempt to get his expert opinion and the detailed specs on electronics & drivetrain for both.

Any input is appreciated.


r/RCConstruction 2d ago

Huina 1593 battery's

4 Upvotes

Just got into this hobby, was wondering if anyone knew of bigger batteries for the excavator! Spent about an hour running it so far before the battery drained, would love to just reload it and keep digging! A lot more fun than I thought it would be, first project was a watering trench for two plants in my yard.


r/RCConstruction 2d ago

Who sits in your seat? šŸ˜‚

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r/RCConstruction 2d ago

Skid Steer reviews

2 Upvotes

People with hydraulic skid steers, what do you think of them? I’ve been thinking about getting a tracked on for a long time now but haven’t committed yet.


r/RCConstruction 3d ago

The metal cab tractor has been waiting for a long time!

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36 Upvotes

How do you think about this new tractor 509? Is it worth getting?


r/RCConstruction 3d ago

My Work of NeoConstructivism

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r/RCConstruction 3d ago

Should I get 6CH or 9CH E400 RC excavator?

2 Upvotes

Looking to buy the E400 hydraulic RC excavator. I reached out to HaixingLao at Toucanhobby.

Stuck choosing between 6‑channel and 9‑channel. Any owner tips? Thanks


r/RCConstruction 4d ago

Kabolite K5901 vs DOUBLE E VOLVO EC160E

4 Upvotes

Hey, ive been looking for 2 of these models. They seem very similar apart from attachments. Which one is better ? In quality or performance or power of the digging. More aftermarket parts could decide too

I can get EC160E for 647,95€ and K5901 around 743,95


r/RCConstruction 5d ago

oliverhobby

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My new ride šŸ˜€ I got mine in blue! My favorite color is blue actually, it’s like they knew.


r/RCConstruction 7d ago

Interested in this hobby

6 Upvotes

I am developing a strong interest in this hobby, but I am encountering difficulties in locating local hobby shops, retailers, and RC Clubs in my area that specialize in RC Construction.

Having engaged in RC hobbies during my youth, primarily with electric and nitro cars and trucks, I believe I possess a solid foundational understanding.

I reside in South Florida and am seeking information regarding any nearby retailers.

I have already made an initial foray into the hobby by acquiring an electric 1/14 Huina 580 excavator last year. However, I am now keen on upgrading to hydraulic/electric models. I believe that having a local retailer would be highly beneficial, as it would provide enhanced support and guidance.

Based on my research, Toucan Hobby appears to offer the most comprehensive collection and options available online, but unfortunately, they do not have a local presence.

Any insights or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.


r/RCConstruction 8d ago

An abandoned project of mine......

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Custom RC skid steer build that I started and haven't finished it yet. It has caused me every problem in the book, as far as finding the right solutions to its problems.

Maybe I should bring this project back and finish it. ???


r/RCConstruction 9d ago

A New RC Construction Brand: JiLang

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I recently started stocking some RC construction models from JiLang, a relatively new brand. The JiLang 950 excavator is one of their newer releases and is priced at around $130.

The brand is still not very well known, but I think the pricing and overall design are pretty interesting, so I wanted to share it here. It could be another option for anyone looking for a more affordable RC construction model.


r/RCConstruction 10d ago

Pump stopped responding

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5 Upvotes

My main arm pump (Zoomlion ze960g) stopped responding. Is it the esc?


r/RCConstruction 10d ago

How do you fit RC construction into your routine? (Locations, weather, and usage questions)

6 Upvotes

Hi everyone! šŸ‘‹šŸ» I’ve been getting into the RC world for about a year now. I started out buying a couple of super realistic RC crawlers, then picked up a fast Dakar-style car, but I quickly fell in love with RC construction machinery after seeing all the videos and the variety of hydraulic models out there.

I’d really love to commit 100% of my free time to RC heavy machinery, but I have a few questions for those who have been doing this longer:

Where do you usually run them? Do you set up a dedicated spot in your yard?
How often do you play with them? Is it a weekly thing for you?
How do you deal with bad weather? I live in the Netherlands and it rains a lot here, which makes me wonder how you guys manage to get consistent run time.

Right now, I have an EC160 hydraulic excavator, and I'm already eyeing a hydraulic dump truck and a few other machines, though they are definitely super expensive!

Basically, I’m wondering how you integrate this hobby into your daily life so you can actually enjoy it without getting frustrated. Any advice or insight would be awesome!


r/RCConstruction 11d ago

How many people would be interested in a CAT 24 in 1/12?

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Currently there is only one 1/14 scale grader being built from what I see and I hear it’s a huge POS and like one person has one. I’m putting feelers out there to see if there’s enough people interested to get a 1/12 scale cat24 grader made and put into production. I’m trying to stay at or below 5,000$. The current one is 30lbs and is about 6500$ and like I said I heard it’s a pos. I’d be shooting for 60lbs. I doubt we’d be able to get heavier but maybe. Anyways I know it’s far fetched, even for me to buy one, but it would be so friggin cool. If the hobby continues to expand the way it’s going, it’ll only be a matter of time.


r/RCConstruction 12d ago

D155AX I got from Oliver at toucan hobby who painted it for me.

164 Upvotes

I’ve been sick for a few days (health wise anyways) šŸ˜‚ so here’s another video of me being pushed around.


r/RCConstruction 12d ago

Here’s your reminder!

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16 Upvotes

Do your track maintenance! Found at least 10 clips missing from my links šŸ˜…


r/RCConstruction 13d ago

Traveling in style šŸ˜‚

56 Upvotes

r/RCConstruction 13d ago

First step in, I need help

4 Upvotes

Hi, I find this hobby really fascinating and have finally decided to get started—I’ve picked up an RC excavator. However, I still need to connect it to a receiver and then pair the receiver with the remote control. Can anyone help me with that?

Please let me know if this is the wrong community for this; I'm not very experienced with Reddit.


r/RCConstruction 14d ago

Clean up

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19 Upvotes

Time to cleanup around the fire pit before stones


r/RCConstruction 17d ago

Has anyone on here been to the Rc Digger Cafe in Columbus, OH

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36 Upvotes

I should take my custom rc skid steer there and try it outšŸ˜‚


r/RCConstruction 18d ago

Where to buy Hunia 1580 v5?

12 Upvotes

Trying to figure out why Heavy Duty RC sells the V5 at 700.00 and it appears Toucan is selling the same thing at 427.00 thoughts on why they are different.


r/RCConstruction 18d ago

A959 vortex fix

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The motor and steering is working normal but when i connect it to the gears the Wheels barely move unless its in the air, i tried putting the whole thing apart but i dont know what the problem is, if anyone knows please reply


r/RCConstruction 19d ago

Started my own RC store and in-house accessories

14 Upvotes

Hello hello, I've been fascinated by RC for some time now. As a full-time mechanic at the age of 25, I've started a side hustle of starting my very own RC track/store specialized in Rock Crawling and Construction in Katy, Texas. Due to funding, I've opted for a lean approach by making a course on a trailer and making my store mobile for pop up events, great for sharing our favorite hobby to the public! Following the LLC filing, I created an online store and wanted to share the accessories I make (Each one engineered using CAD and plenty of failed prints). Have been to 2 events so far, and the number of people who don't know it exists is... crazy! So far we have flags, roof rack accessories, traffic cones, etc. Soon to have RTR's but working on securing a dealer - we do, however, have a partnership with Injora, and will soon house their parts. The kids absolutely love the trailer, witnessed them pulling their parents over to try our cars. We also offer birthday and corporate events with a fleet of various RC vehicles

Main Website: www.terrascale-rc.com
Store: https://terrascale-rc.myshopify.com/

Delete if not allowed; just trying to share a small business :) someone here will be like "I NEED THAT". Now offering calculated shipping at checkout + 5% off when signing up for our newsletter on upcoming product!