The Hot Rod is a new electric RC monster truck with bucket chassis that provides protection for the electronics from dirt, while the over-sized monster wheels and large ground clearance allow it to go where others can\'t. The 4WD and high 1:10.3 gear ratio add to the off road ability giving more power and torque to get over uneven surfaces.The Hot Rod is a cool looking RC monster truck from HSP. This monster truck has a powerful 540 motor and 7.4V 1800 mAh battery. The high grade bucket style chassis helps to reduce weight and provides protection for the electronics from dust and dirt, while the over-sized monster truck wheels and large ground clearance allow this model to go where other models can\'t. The 4WD system with front and rear differentials coupled with the high 1:10.3 gear ratio add to the off road ability giving the monster truck more power and torque to get over uneven surfaces. Although this is primarily an off road model, it is no slouch and still a quick racing machine.The Hot Rod RC monster truck is excellent value for money. The radio controlled truck comes fully built with everything you need to get going apart from 4 normal AA batteries for the radio handset. Features include unique double oil filled shocks on every wheel, so eight in total, which again adds to the off road ability and allows the truck to better handle rough terrain. The truck comes with the new HSP 2.4Ghz radio equipment. This reliable system allows multiple models to be used in the same area without interference.