⚙️ Full Specifications
| Scale | 1:18 |
| Body | Alloy (metal) GTR shell |
| Drive | Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) |
| Motor | 150 high-speed brushed motor |
| ESC | 10A |
| Battery | 7.4V 500 mAh LiPo (USB charging) |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Control Range | Up to 30 metres |
| Top Speed | ~10 km/h |
| Run Time | ~30 minutes per charge |
| Charge Time | ~120 minutes |
| Gyroscope | Built-in |
| Dimensions | 23.5 cm × 10.5 cm × 7 cm |
| Weight | 560 g |
📦 What's in the Box?
- 1 × LDRC LD 1898 GTR RC Drift Car (fully assembled)
- 1 × 2.4 GHz Remote Control
- 1 × 7.4V 500 mAh LiPo Battery
- 1 × USB Charging Cable
- 1 × Set of Drift Tyres
- 1 × Screwdriver
- 1 × Carry Bag
- 1 × User Manual
Note: 2 × AA batteries for the remote are NOT included.
🛣️ Best Surfaces for Drifting
| Surface | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Polished tile / marble | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best | Ideal — smooth, consistent, common in Indian homes |
| Hardwood / laminate floor | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great | Works very well |
| Smooth concrete / garage floor | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great | Good for covered parking or terrace drifting |
| Rough concrete / asphalt | ⭐⭐ Fair | Harder to initiate drifts, increases tyre wear |
| Carpet / grass | ⭐ Poor | Drift tyres are not designed for high-friction surfaces |
🚀 Quick Start Guide
- Charge the battery — plug the LiPo into the USB cable. Full charge ≈ 2 hours.
- Install 2 × AA batteries in the remote (not included).
- Power on the car first, then the remote — always this order so they bind correctly.
- Wait 3–5 seconds for the gyroscope to calibrate before driving.
- Start at half-throttle to get a feel for the steering before attempting drifts.
🔋 Battery & Charging Guide
- Never run the battery flat — when the car noticeably slows down, stop and charge. Over-discharging LiPo cells permanently damages them.
- Charge via USB at room temperature — avoid direct sunlight or a hot environment.
- Full charge ≈ 120 minutes.
- Spare batteries are 7.4V 2S LiPo with a JST connector — widely available.
💡 Pro Drifting Tips
- Use low-friction surfaces — polished tile or smooth concrete gives the longest, cleanest slides.
- Build speed before drifting — do not floor it from a standstill. Build speed, then flick the steering to initiate the slide.
- Counter-steer to hold the slide — once the rear breaks loose, steer opposite to extend the drift.
- Trust the gyroscope — it is tuned for stability. Fighting it shortens your drifts.




Experience the Ultimate Drift
Whether you’re racing against friends or perfecting your technique solo, the LDRC LD 1898 delivers a satisfying, frustration-free experience at every skill level. The gyroscope keeps beginners from spinning out; the full-proportional controls give experienced drivers the precision they need. Hit the track, hold the throttle, and feel the slide.
Buy the LDRC LD 1898 1/18 scale GTR RC drift car — alloy body, gyroscope, full LED lights. Fast shipping across India from Hobbyist Nirvana.















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