Whether you’re shopping for a big kid, or you are one yourself, we’ve got the perfect remote control vehicles you’re looking for this holiday season. Toy Insider Mom Laurie Schacht dropped by ABC World News Now to show off some of the top air and ground R/Cs of the year. Kids and adults alike will love unwrapping these items on Christmas morning!
Sky Rover Voice Command Helicopter (Audley)
- The Voice Command helicopter can be controlled through 12 verbal commands – no hands required!
- Simply wear the headset and control your helicopter with your voice.
- Voice Command also features Smart Hover and Auto Pilot, which makes this helicopter super easy to maneuver. The Sky Rover Voice Command is designed for indoor use.
- Ages: 12+
- MSRP: $44.99
Skylanders SuperChargers “Hot Streak” and “Crypt Crusher” (NKOK)
- Skylanders is getting vehicles!
- Skylanders’ upcoming, highly anticipated installment “SuperChargers” will feature classic characters along with plenty of new characters, each of which is equipped with a brand new ride.
- NKOK has created special radio controlled vehicles for Spitfire’s “Hot Streak” (approximately 8 inches in length) and Fiesta’s “Crypt Crusher” (approximately 10 inches in length).
- “Hot Streak” is Spitfire’s full function beast, featuring tires made from blue flames and internal power that emits a golden glow from grill to turbines.
- Fiesta commands his full function “Crypt Crusher” coffin featuring a light-up monster tire in the back, and 2 wheels in the front for stability and maneuverability.
- The engine is so powerful that Fiesta is able to perform stunts! He can sidewall skii with enough practice!
- Controllers have a massive 80’-100’ range.
- Ages: 6+
- MSRP: $29.99
Rock Crawler 3XL (Maisto Tech)
- Oversized RC for off-road rock crawling action.
- Lightweight, but tough, vac-formed body
- 15” long
- Front and rear articulated spring suspension
- Four wheel drive
- 4 GHz for top performance
- Up to 8 players can drive at one time and place
- 164 foot (50 meter) control range
- Hobby sized controller with proportional speed control
- Rapid electronic battery charger, only 45 minutes to recharge (included)
- Steering alignment adjustment
- Vehicle uses 6.4V Lithium rechargeable battery (included)
- Controller uses 2 AA batteries (included)
- Age: 8+
- MSRP: $49.99
Nikko RC VaporizR 2 (Toy State)
- The VaporizR 2 is the ultimate all terrain invention, tackling all kinds of conditions! Test its limits against water, rocks, or hills. This full functioning vehicle works on land, water, and snow.
- True 4×4 power for play on water and terrain.
- Max speed is 8.3 mph/15 km/hr.
- Ready to run controller with batteries included.
- Has a range for 15 meters/45 feet indoors, 20 meters/65 feet outdoors, and 15 meters/49 feet in water.
- Ages: 8+
- MSRP: $49.99
World of Nintendo Mario Kart Racer (Jakks Pacific)
- The Mario Kart Racer is an incredible feature RC that brings Mario and his iconic kart to life!
- Have Mario race in standard mode or flip into anti-gravity mode to perform drifts and tricks at the press of a button.
- With up to a 100′ range this RC can go the distance.
- Ages: 8+
- MSRP: $99.99
- Guiness World Records holder for the world’s smallest RC model helicopter.
- Only 2.3 inches, this helicopter is easy to fly for any skill level.
- It has a 3 channel control
- Includes storage/carrying case, which converts to a landing pad.
- Ages: 10+
- MSRP: $49.99
