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By popular demand we are now stocking a range of unbuilt nitro radio controlled car kits for those who enjoy building models as much as using them! Forget Lego etc, these self build kits provide hours of fun and when they are finished they are actually fun to use! For the hours of use and enjoyment you will get from first building and then racing them these kits are amazing value for money. If you are new to nitro RC cars then buying a self build kit is a great way to learn about the hobby and see how they work before going out and racing them.
We sell some of these models to schools as they are educational and a great introduction to mechanics and engineering. There is no other product on the market that gives such a complete all in the box kit like this. Unlike other self build kits on the market that only include the basic chassis and none of the electronics etc, these kits include everything needed to complete and even the tools you need to build them! SH 18 engine, pistol type radio equipment, grease, oil etc - everything is there. Construction will take around 8 - 12 hours on average and is recommended for ages 14+.
The most important thing with a self build kit is the instruction manual. With these kits the manual has been given a lot of attention to ensure a smooth construction. This is a not a few pages pamphlet like with some other kits, this is a thick manual that was designed and written in the U.K. to make sure nothing was lost in translation at the factory. Construction is broken down into many stages with each corresponding stage's parts packaged separately as shown above. The steps are clearly shown using CAD 3D images with every part labeled individually. The end result is the Condor off road buggy. A highly capable off road model that features a strong alloy chassis, shaft driven 4WD system, oil filled shocks, front and rear differentials and sealed radio tray.
The Condor is powered by a Taiwan SH size 18 engine that rockets the model to over 40mph. The buggy can be upgraded with a range of performance hop ups available from our site and you can even fit a two speed gearbox to make it even quicker!
EVERYTHING NEEDED TO BUILD INCLUDED
Even the tools & oils.
DETAILED STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Manual written in the United Kingdom.
LEARN ABOUT COMBUSTION ENGINES & MECHANICS
Educational and fun, used in schools as a fun teaching exercise.
OVER 400 PIECES FOR HOURS OF FUN BUILD TIME
14 bags with 14 stages of thrilling experience.
ENJOY BUILDING IT AS MUCH AS USING IT
It's a lifetime experience for kids to assemble their own nitro model.
2.4GHZ RADIO SET
Allows multiple models to be used in the same area without interference.
HALFWAY THROUGH THE BUILD
Great way to keep kids engaged.
BODY SHELL
Last step cut body shell to finish the build.
BUILD COMPLETE
The buggy is ready to run.
Specs & Features
Additional Information
| SKU | A3001 |
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| Manufacturer | Acme-Tech |
| Model Scale | 1:10 |
| Build | Self Assembly Kit |
| Drive | 4WD |
| For Terrain | Off Road |
| Radio Equipment | 2.4 GHz |
| Type | Buggy |
| Motor / Engine | .18 Nitro |
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Optional: This model comes with an AA powered glow starter, however the upgrade of a rechargeable Glow Starter Set is available above in Related Products. |
Q&A
Questions:
Question:
hi does this come with fuel, glow starter and batteries thanks
Answers:
- Posted by on Friday, 2 November 2018Hello - thank you for your question. With the self build, a glow starter is provided, all that is necessary to use the model after construction is fuel and battery's for the transmitter.
Question:
Really enjoyed building this but I'm struggling to get it running. When it does fire it revs as though the throttle is half open and stops a few seconds later. The carbureter is closed with a gap of about half a millimetre. Any guidance gratefully received.
Answers:
- Posted by on Monday, 24 April 2017
We are happy to hear you enjoyed building the model.
If you are have problems getting the model started, please contact our support team via email and they will be able to advise you further.
Email: [email protected]
Question:
Does it come with any glow plugs also can I run it in the sand
Answers:
- Posted by on Thursday, 16 February 2017Hi, Thank you for your question. Yes the car will come with a glow plug installed. Use on compact sand would be suitable but dry sand could pose problems.
Question:
Hi, my friend has just bought the Bundle Special - Condor Nitro RC Buggy With Free Fuel And Starter Set! can you run two of these at the same time? or do you have to alter the radio frequency, if so how and what do you require. .
Answers:
- Posted by on Tuesday, 28 June 2016
Yes, you can run several of these at the same time as they come with 2.4Ghz radio
Question:
you say you do upgrade kits, what do they include and where can I find them? I am only seeing single parts in upgrades ?
Answers:
- Posted by on Thursday, 19 November 2015Hi, Yes, that is correct. All upgraded parts for this model can be located herel http://www.nitrotek.co.uk/upgrades/acme-racing/acme-condor-upgrades-hop-ups.html
Question:
HI I have just bought the self build condor and wanted to know if it comes with ball bearings or bushes if not bearings what sizes do i need and how many of each? is there any other upgrade you would recomend i get before i start to build it?
Answers:
- Posted by on Wednesday, 11 November 2015
Hi, yes it already comes with bearings. We have lots of upgrades. The most popular are the aluminium pipes and the aluminium parts like suspension arms. We also do upgrade kits that include the most popular upgrades in one kit.
Question:
Hi there I'm thinking of buying the comfort self build kit could you tell me is any o it water proof or resistant and also what percentage nitro file does it take
Answers:
- Posted by on Monday, 7 September 2015Hi It is splash proof, but should not be submerged. It takes 15% Hope this helps!
Question:
What servo does it have also whats the drive shaft made of
Answers:
- Posted by on Monday, 7 September 2015Hi This has a Servo 4035x21x41mm and the drive shaft is made of steel.
Question:
Does This car have any water proofing
Answers:
- Posted by on Thursday, 3 September 2015Hi Adam This car does not have waterproofing. Hope this helps!
Question:
Whats the percentage of nitro fuel dose it require
Answers:
- Posted by on Wednesday, 2 September 2015Hi It requires 15 percent Hope this helps!
Question:
I'm thinking of buying the condor self build kit, what does it require along side it for me to be able to get it running when it's built? Do I have to buy the batteries, fuel and glow starter all extra?
Answers:
- Posted by on Wednesday, 17 September 2014With the self build, a glow starter is provided, all that is necessary to use the model after construction is fuel and battery's for the transmitter.
Question:
I've bought a nitro car off here for some as a present is there anything else I need to buy to go with it to get it up and running?
Answers:
- Posted by on Tuesday, 12 August 2014All that is required for use of this model is fuel and battery's for the transmitter. A glow starter is provided in the box.
Parts & Upgrades
Spare Parts
Delivery Info
UK DELIVERY INFORMATION
FREE UK NEXT WORKING DAY DELIVERY ON ORDERS OVER £100
When you place your order before 2pm, Monday - Friday it will be posted the same day with a next day delivery courier. Spare parts are sent by Royal Mail, small models by Parcelforce and large bulky items by UPS. Guernsey and Jersey will take an extra day. Delivery times exclude weekends. For example if you order after 2pm on Friday it will be posted on Monday and delivered on Tuesday. If you ordered after 2pm on Thursday it would be posted on Friday and delivered on Monday.
SPARE PARTS ORDERS UNDER £100
Spare parts orders under £100 will be sent by Royal Mail or Parcelforce 24 depending on the size of the package. The price is between £3.99 and £9.99 depending on the number of parts.
MODEL ORDERS UNDER £100
The price is £5.99 for next working day delivery. When you place your order before 2pm, Monday - Friday it will be posted the same day with a next day delivery courier. Guernsey and Jersey will take an extra day. Delivery times exclude weekends. For example if you order after 2pm on Friday it will be posted on Monday and delivered on Tuesday. If you ordered after 2pm on Thursday it would be posted on Friday and delivered on Monday.
HUBBOX CLICK & COLLECT
You can choose to have your order delivered to your local HubBox click and collect point and then collect it from there at your own convenience. There is no additional charge for this service. The service is not available for very large items such as quad bikes and ebikes.
SAME DAY CLICK & COLLECT FROM OUR WAREHOUSE
You can choose to collect your order from our warehouse in Marple, Stockport the same day. We are open Mon - Fri from 10am until 6pm. Payments must be made using a 3D secure card or cash. If you pay by Paypal please be sure to bring a driver's license or passport as proof of ID.
OTHER PREMIUM DELIVERY OPTIONS:
SATURDAY DELIVERY
The price is £15.60. You must order before 2pm on Friday to have delivery on the Saturday.
SUNDAY DELIVERY
The price is £40.80. You must order before 2pm on Friday to have delivery on the Sunday.
NEXT WORKING DAY BEFORE NOON
The price is £12.00. When you place your order before 2pm, Monday - Friday it will be posted the same day and delivered the next working day before noon. Delivery times exclude weekends. For example if you order after 2pm on Friday it will be posted on Monday and delivered on Tuesday before noon. If you ordered after 2pm on Thursday it would be posted on Friday and delivered on Monday before noon.
NEXT WORKING DAY BEFORE 10:30AM
The price is £18.00. When you place your order before 2pm, Monday - Friday it will be posted the same day and delivered the next working day before 10:30am. Delivery times exclude weekends. For example if you order after 2pm on Friday it will be posted on Monday and delivered on Tuesday before 10:30am. If you ordered after 2pm on Thursday it would be posted on Friday and delivered on Monday before 10:30am.
NEXT WORKING DAY BEFORE 9:00AM
The price is £26.40. When you place your order before 2pm, Monday - Friday it will be posted the same day and delivered the next working day before 9:00am. Delivery times exclude weekends. For example if you order after 2pm on Friday it will be posted on Monday and delivered on Tuesday before 9:00am. If you ordered after 2pm on Thursday it would be posted on Friday and delivered on Monday before 9:00am.
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34 customer reviews
Fiddly But Fun
By mark May 24, 2020I bought the self build kit as a joint present for my 13yr, 11yr old sons (and myself) for Christmas. Took us about 3 days, 3 or 4 hours per day off and on to build it together. The boys really enjoyed building it and learning about the differential and how the shocks worked and filled with oil.
Starting the car in December outside was a challenge on account of it being too cold. We found this guide on line which properly explained how the carburetor works and how to set it up https://www.nitrotek.co.uk/blog/2015/12/06/the-definitive-10-step-guide-on-how-to-start-your-nitro-rc-car/ but still struggled. Eventually I found that heating the engine block up with a hair dryer to get it warned up made it easier to get it going and run the engine in.
Once we'd got it going we had to fiddle with a combination of the low idle and throttle adjustment on the controller to prevent it driving off on it's own.
Now in lockdown in spring (bit Warner) it's been great fun getting it going again on a playing fields taking it in turns. It's pretty fast and quite easily copes on a bumpy grassy field bombing around.
All in all if you want a project and are happy to fiddle with it to get it going and are interested in learning about RC cars and how they work then I'd recommend this as a great way to while away many an afternoon with the kids.o
By Morgan April 16, 2020very good buggy, very fast, much fun making it. a lot of plastic parts.
Great / excellent
By priytam August 13, 2015Just got today, very fun, comes with everything you need but a little tricky for beginners like myself. The price is reasonable for what you get.The quality is excellent , it has a nicely designed shell
that's glossy and stands out from the rest.
Delivery speed.The best free delivery I have ever encountered.Delivery takes 1-2 days after purchase.
Overall I would recommend this product to all RC enthusiasts that want to learn more about engines or just to build for fun.good for beginners
By conrad October 26, 2014i got this for my birthday and spent a long weekend building it,the engine was a little hard to start but once it did it was nothing but fun.
This is a great purchase
By Nick September 09, 2014I brought this self build RC nitro as my first project of getting in to nitro cars, This is perfect because as you build it you learn all the important bits that make the car work. Had plenty of fun all ready and only had a week. Comes with very clear and easy to follow instructions. Highly recommend this fantastic bit of kit to anyone getting in to nitro cars.
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