Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Fast Electric RC Cars Transmission-Shaft or Belt Drive

When we talk about transmission system on fast electric rc cars, there are two type of transmission system are widely used on every fast electric rc cars today.
A shaft drive transmission uses aluminum while belt drive use composite belts connect from motor to front and rear gearbox to produce power to 4 tires. ( 4 wheel drive ). Both functional are to transfer motor rotation or power to a wheel ( tires ), this make a your electric rc car move.

Both transmissions have a merits and demerits, but it is really hard to say which one is better. Remember! The result of opinion may differ from each others, it depend on their knowledge and experience.
1.Acceleration .
Shaft drive are giving you perfect response and less resistance than belt drive to moving.
2.Maintenance.
Shaft drive give you less in maintenance but it hard to replace compared to belt drive.
3.Operation.
Belt drive will give you less vibration and run smoother than shaft drive.
4.Durabilities.
Shaft are heavier but last a lot longer, Belt are lighter but wear out quicker to high acceleration.
5.Cornering.
Belt drive cars seem to be faster and stable when cornering than shaft drive cars.

After you know all about as mention above, it might help you to choose your Shaft or Belt drive electric rc cars. In fact one thing you should consider is how each transmissions look like and it functions. The most important thing, which type of transmission is suit with your driving style, is it Shaft or belt? You have to remember don’t ever follow your friend taste in choosing this but you are advised to ask for opinions from as many of your friend.