Monster trucks are gigantic vehicles that crush ordinary cars beneath their massive tires for entertainment. Weighing around 10,000 pounds, these mechanical beasts stand about 11 feet tall and 12 feet wide. Their steel tube frames support massive off-road tires measuring up to 66 inches tall! Under the hood, monster trucks pack powerful racing engines generating between 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower.
When monster trucks enter the arena, crowds go wild watching them speed over rows of junk cars, launching into gravity-defying backflips off dirt ramps. High-RPM engines roar as these mechanical mammoths pop effortless wheelies, their towering tires churning clouds of dirt. Fans hold their breath during freestyle stunts as trucks seemingly defy physics, teetering atop careening wheels. Though crashes do occur, advanced safety cages protect drivers walking away unharmed from toppled trucks.
With loud engines, flying dirt, crunching metal, and crazy stunts, monster truck shows offer extreme family entertainment. These larger-than-life contraptions combine sheer spectacle with skilled drivers pushing machine and body to unlikely limits.
Get the Right Vehicle
- Start with a 1/10 scale remote control monster truck. They are more durable and easier to handle than the smaller scales. Traxxas and Arrma are two good RC truck brands.
Find a Good Place to Drive Monster Truck
- An open grassy area like a park or empty lot works well. This allows plenty of room to run and soft ground to cushion crashes. Avoid concrete or asphalt that could damage the truck.
Add Some Obstacles
- Once you’ve mastered control, set up obstacles like boards, small ramps, plastic barrels, or PVC pipes to drive over and crash through. This adds excitement and new challenges.
Play Games Monster Truck
- Create a simple course with cones for slalom driving or a jump competition to see who can catch the most air. Race other drivers on a marked track. Games make practice more engaging.
