Turbo Racing 1/76 RWD Ready to Run Drift RC Car, BMW Mini Cooper F56 3-Door Hatch

The Turbo Racing 1/76 RWD Ready to Run replicates the BMW Mini Cooper F56 3-Door Hatch in a compact 1/76-scale micro RC drift car. Featuring a pre-painted green body with detailed decals, functional LED lights, and a professional counterweight ratio, this vehicle blends scale realism with drift-ready performance. Equipped with a 2.4GHz Turbo Racing VT system transmitter and an adjustable SVC gyro, it supports precise control for RC drift car enthusiasts seeking tabletop racing or display-quality aesthetics.

Performance

The Turbo Racing C74 chassis delivers agile handling on smooth surfaces like hardwood or RC tracks, powered by a 130-class brushed motor. The rear-wheel-drive system, combined with pre-installed drift tires, enables controlled slides, enhanced by the adjustable SVC gyro for stability. However, the gyro can be overly sensitive, causing erratic steering at low speeds, which may frustrate beginners until adjusted. The vehicle reaches speeds suitable for its scale, but its lightweight 450g frame can lead to flipping during aggressive drifts, requiring careful throttle management.

Design and Features

The BMW Mini Cooper F56 body features high-simulation headlights and taillights with a double flash function, plus a chassis-controlled LED for added realism. The removable polycarbonate body supports DIY customization with two included unpainted shells, though the small clips are fragile and prone to breaking during swaps. The metal tires and full ball bearings ensure efficient power transfer, but the plastic chassis may wear under heavy use. The design prioritizes drifting over scale authenticity, limiting appeal for collectors seeking precise replica details.

Ease of Use and Maintenance

The Turbo Racing VT 2.4GHz transmitter offers full proportional control with trim and reverse functions, suitable for beginners and advanced users. The THR-Curve system provides a linear first half for gentle acceleration and a stronger second half, though the transition can feel abrupt, impacting smooth operation. The 3.7V 55mAh LiPo battery lasts up to 30 minutes but requires 40 minutes to charge via Type-C, limiting continuous play. Maintenance is minimal, but small parts demand careful storage, and occasional defective units have been reported, such as faulty gyros or remotes.

Special Notes: This is a Ready to Run model, fully assembled with a pre-painted BMW Mini Cooper F56 body, two unpainted shells, a 3.7V 55mAh LiPo battery, and a Type-C charging cable included. Requires 4x AAA batteries for the transmitter (not included). Suitable for beginners with adjustable controls, while advanced users can fine-tune the gyro for enhanced drifting.

Specs & Features

• Scale: 1/76, replicating the BMW Mini Cooper F56 3-Door Hatch.
• Motor: 130-class brushed motor for micro-scale performance.
• Drive System: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) with full ball bearings.
• Battery: 3.7V 55mAh LiPo, ~30-minute runtime, Type-C charging.
• Transmitter: Turbo Racing VT 2.4GHz with proportional control, trim, and reverse.
• Tires: Metal drift tires for sliding performance.
• Lights: LED headlights, taillights with double flash, chassis LED.
• Body: Pre-painted polycarbonate with two unpainted shells.
• Dimensions: Approximately 60mm length, 25.6mm width, 17.3mm height.
• Weight: Approximately 450g, including battery.