Review: Kyosho Inferno GT

The Kyosho Inferno GT is a high-powered 4.6cc nitro gas powered radio controlled car with a beautifully manufactured and tough Lexan body shell. The attention to detail on this vehicle is so thorough that if you were to see a large picture of it against a blank background you’d probably think it was the real thing. Obviously a road only car not intended to be driven off road, it’s low ground clearance is adjustable to multiple levels to accomodate many different driving surfaces. Its four wheel drive provides excellent handling and grip, while the multiple level adjustable independent suspension setup does an excellent job of compensating for any inconsistancies that may be in the road. You will find that this vehicle whips around the track with the best of them, as the car stays planted firmly to the ground during high speed cornering maneuvers.

The disc brake system has vented rotors and metal-backed high quality pads to ensure stopping power when you need it, while the all aluminum exhaust system promises durability for years to come. You can rest assured that on extended outings you won’t be constantly filling up, as the sizeable 125cc fuel tank promises to deliver more than enough juice to quench the thirst of the substantial engine it feeds. To fire it up a pull starter is used rather than an electronic ignition, which is one of the cost saving measures that sets it apart from more expensive models. The electrical components inside the body of the vehicle are protected from the elements in a sturdy casing, and require replaceable batteries for power, not included. What is included, however, are all the tools necessary to assemble and perform general maintenance on your Kyosho USA RC car, Aside from the batteries, all you need to purchase to get moving is a can of fuel.

There is a massive amount of attention to detail displayed in everything from cosmetic accuracy of the body, to the sturdy manufacture of each part. You can be sure that as long as routine maintenance is performed and the mechanics of this car are properly maintained, this car will perform beautifully. While this vehicle is not extremely complex so as to be daunting for novices to this hobby, there is enough adjustability and potential for modification and various upgrades to satisfy veterans who might be looking for something more advanced. If you want to turn it into something more durable and rigid, many machined aluminum parts are available to replace various plastic ones. You can even find maintence stands made specifically for Kyosho RC cars to make your work less difficult! The possibilities are literally endless. This particular car tops out around fifty miles an hour which should be enough to satisfy just about anyone! There is a wonderful balance of practicality, performance, and cost effectiveness displayed here, with money saving measures that do very little to negatively affect overall reliability and build quality.

Wether you plan to progressively upgrade and use your Inferno GT to race competetively, or simply drive it around a neighborhood parking lot, you will find what you are looking for right here.