Radio-controlled models
RC Models & Kits
Compare UK prices on RC cars, planes, helicopters, boats and submarines. Choose a ready-to-run or ready-to-fly model, or explore kits you can build and equip yourself.
Featured aircraft · WLtoys A310 Brushless RC Biplane
Land, air and water
Best RC Models
We’ve picked a compact road car for getting started, a radio-controlled Going Merry for One Piece fans and a four-channel biplane for a step up in flight control. Each comes from one of the three guides below.
A compact first RC car
Ready to run · 1:24
Handset included. Add five AA batteries.
18.99 GBP
For One Piece fans
Ready to run · Surface boat
Handset, rechargeable boat battery and USB charger included. Check the handset batteries.
£61.99
For a step up in flight control
Ready to fly · 4 channels
Radio controller and rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£118.99
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Recommended RC Cars
Start with a compact road replica, a drift car for smooth surfaces or a more capable off-road truck. These are the featured picks from our RC Cars guide.
A compact first RC car
Ready to run · 1:24
A compact road-car replica with simple controls and working headlights for driving on a smooth surface. Handset included. Add five AA batteries.
18.99 GBP
For practising slides
Ready to run · 1:18
Smooth drift tyres let the car slide through turns. The included street tyres give you a second setup for ordinary driving. Rechargeable drive pack. Add two AA batteries for the handset.
£31.28
For driving on uneven ground
Ready to run · 1:18
All-wheel drive, independent suspension and proportional steering suit driving on rougher ground. Handset, rechargeable drive pack and USB charger included. Check handset batteries.
£81.92
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Recommended RC Planes and Helicopters
Choose a compact indoor helicopter, a two-channel glider or a four-channel biplane. These are the featured picks from our aircraft guide, with a different flying experience for each.
A first indoor helicopter
Ready to fly · 2 channels
This compact helicopter gives you simple height and direction controls. The flight battery charges through the handset. Infrared handset and spare rotors included. Add four AA batteries.
£11.44
For simple fixed-wing controls
Ready to fly · 2 channels
A lightweight foam glider for practising basic turns and height changes with two-channel controls. Transmitter and USB-rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£37.98
For a step up in flight control
Ready to fly · 4 channels
Choose the A310 for four-channel controls and a choice of stabilised and aerobatic modes. Radio controller and rechargeable flight battery included. Check handset batteries.
£118.99
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Recommended RC Boats and Submarines
Compare a compact speedboat, a character boat from One Piece and a higher-spec self-righting speedboat. Our RC Boats guide also covers mini submarines and what to check before your first run.
A compact starter boat
Ready to run · Surface boat
A compact 9.65-inch surface boat with lights and two boat batteries. Handset and two rechargeable boat batteries included. Check the charging lead and handset batteries.
£36.99
For One Piece fans
Ready to run · Surface boat
Revell’s take on the Straw Hat Pirates’ ship combines the familiar sails and figurehead with radio-controlled steering for calm water. Handset, rechargeable boat battery and USB charger included. Check the handset batteries.
£61.99
For a higher-spec speedboat
Ready to run · Surface boat
A larger self-righting speedboat with water cooling, a battery warning and a range warning. Handset, two rechargeable boat batteries and USB charging cable included. Check the handset batteries.
£82.99
More to explore
RC Tanks and Other Models
The wider range also includes tracked RC tanks and radio-controlled figures. Use the Other RC tab below to see what’s available. For tanks, compare the scale, drive controls, turret features and what the package includes.
Buying guide
How to Choose an RC Model
Start with where you’ll use it
For driving, match the vehicle to the surface. For flying or boating, check the space and conditions the model needs. The RC Cars guide, RC Aircraft guide and RC Boats guide cover those choices in more detail.
Decide whether you want to build
Ready-to-run cars and boats arrive assembled. Ready-to-fly aircraft come with flight equipment, though setup varies. Choose a build kit if you want to assemble the vehicle or airframe yourself.
Check the radio format
Look for an included transmitter and verify its batteries. For a bind-and-fly aircraft, check that your transmitter supports the receiver and that you have the required flight equipment.
Compare controls and operating features
The useful details depend on the vehicle. Check steering and tyres for cars, channels and flight modes for aircraft, or throttle, recovery features and water conditions for boats.
Budget for everything you’ll need
Compare the model price with the cost of any batteries, charger, transmitter, adhesives or electronics you need to add. Check the contents for the exact retailer offer before buying.
Side by side
Quick RC Model Comparison
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Browse All RC Models and Kits
Browse the full range or choose a vehicle type. The Build Kits tab brings together products that need assembly. Open each listing for the current UK offers, what’s included and any equipment you’ll need to add.
Common questions
RC Model FAQs
What does RC mean on a model listing?
RC means radio-controlled or remote-controlled. Check how the exact model is operated. Many use a supplied radio handset, while some use infrared, a compatible transmitter or a phone app.
What’s the difference between a ready-to-run model and an RC kit?
A ready-to-run model comes assembled and may still need batteries, charging or pairing. An RC kit requires assembly before use and can need separate control or power equipment.
What does bind and fly mean?
A bind-and-fly aircraft needs a compatible transmitter to link to its receiver. The RC Planes & Helicopters guide explains how the format differs from ready-to-fly and airframe kits.
Do RC models come with batteries and a charger?
Contents vary by model and retailer bundle. Check the drive or flight battery, charger or cable, transmitter and any separate batteries the transmitter needs.
Can I use the same transmitter for different RC models?
Check the receiver protocol and channel requirements for each model. Use the manufacturer’s compatibility guidance for the exact transmitter and receiver.
Do all RC build kits include the electronics?
Kit contents vary. A powered brick kit may include its control hub or handset, while an airframe kit may need a motor, servos and radio gear bought separately.
Which RC model should I choose first?
Start with where you’ll use it and what you’d enjoy controlling. Browse RC cars for driving, RC aircraft for flying or RC boats and submarines for use on water.
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