What Is an ARTR Radio-Controlled Car?

What is an ARTR radio-controlled car?

Meaning of ARTR in RC modelling

ARTR means Almost Ready To Run. An ARTR RC car is largely assembled, but one or more components required for operation must be purchased separately.

The exact contents vary by manufacturer and product. Always check the product page and box contents before ordering. An ARTR package may include the assembled car, installed motor and electronics, and a transmitter, while the battery, charger or other equipment may be sold separately.

A practical example: the Kyosho Sand Master 2.0

The model presented here was supplied without the drive battery and charger, which therefore had to be purchased separately.

The Sand Master 2.0 is packed in a decorated box showing photographs and information about the model.

The car is held securely by strong cardboard, while the transmitter and accessories are packed separately.

Two views of the Kyosho Sand Master RC car:

Some basic tools are supplied:

The radio transmitter:

The supplied manual contains operating instructions, exploded diagrams and spare-part references.