R/C Books & DVDs

Radio Control Foam Modelling (Paperback) by David Thomas (Author)

A comprehensive guide to the use of expanded plastic foam materials in aircraft modelling. The author describes the choice of foam, the materials for strengthening and covering, and tools and glues. There is information on scratchbuilding from foam, along with tips and techniques.

Introducing Radio Control Model Aircraft (Paperback) by by Bill Burkinshaw (Author)

An introduction to all aspects of radio-controlled model aircraft, this book provides information to enable the reader to choose the type of model he is most interested in. It includes advice on building models, equipment installation, varieties of engine and operational techniques.

Radio Control in Model Boats (Paperback) by by John Cundell (Author)

A great book for anyone wanting to get into Radio Controlled boats. The book is well presented with its chapters on installing R/C into different classes, ie Scale, Sail, etc.

The R/C Car Bible: How to Build, Tune and Drive Electric and Nitro-powered Radio Control Cars on and Off Road (Paperback) by by Robert Schleicher (Author)

When it comes to small-scale motor sports thrills, few hobbies can match the thrills of Radio Controlled cars. Offering an increasing level of power, sophistication and detail, it is the perfect sport for beginners and dedicated enthusiasts. In this fully-illustrated guide, Robert Schleicher takes both electric and fuel remote-controlled cars, dispensing practical steps to improvement from finding the correct scale, selecting the chassis, tuning power sources, gear ratios, and tires - all the angles for Remote Control driving.

Offroad-RC-Cars mit Elektromotor (Perfect Paperback) by by Matthias König (Author)

R/C Model Helicopters a Guide for Beginners (Paperback) by Malcolm Messiter (Author)

The book is very concise, at only 48 pages long, but covers everything you need to know to get started in R/C Model Helicopters, including information on the pros and cons of kits and second-hand models, building and maintaining the model and learning how to fly. It assumes no prior knowledge. Despite its comprehensive coverage of the subject, it is written in a very light-hearted style, and Malcolm's infectious enthusiasm for this hobby is sure to get you hooked.

Radio Controlled Helicopters: The Guide to Building and Flying R/C Helicopters (Paperback) by by Nick Papillon (Author)

Radio controlled model helicopters is a huge and growing hobby market, and the recent developments in the design and manufacture of new models have resulted in wide range of choice which can bewilder newcomers to the hobby - a dazzling array of helicopters, r/c equipment and accessories. The second edition of this book guides the beginner through the maze. It provides all the essential information on the very latest products, elementary flying and basic aerobatics, routine maintenance, legal aspects of the hobby and joining a local club.

Almost Ready to Fly: Radio Control Flying 21st Century Style (Paperback) by by David Boddington (Author)

A revolution in radio control aircraft modelling is here. The traditional route to flying an R/C model was to purchase materials (or a kit of parts) and build one's own model. This approach is rapidly disappearing as well-designed and affordable 'Almost Ready To Fly' models dominate the market. This book is a response to the changing market, it aims to provide all the information the budding R/C flyer cannot get from within the packaging of the model he has, or is about to, purchase: model types available; ARTF and RTF, moulded foam, moulded GRP and injection; electric, I.C. powered, etc.

Radio Control Car Manual: The Complete Guide to Buying, Building and Maintaining Radio Control Cars (Hardcover) by by Matt Benfield (Author)

Driving radio-control cars is an enjoyable hobby and also a competitive sport, but the vast range of different types of models now available can prove confusing for those new to the scene. This extensively illustrated book starts by providing all the information needed to choose the right model, and goes on to present advice on how to build kits as well as driving techniques, maintenance, modifying, set-up and the various different classes of racing.

The World Of Radio Control Models

DVD about Radio Control Models including planes, boats and helicopters.