CARISMA GT24 RS 4WD 1/24 MICRO RALLY RTR CA80468

Overview

The Carisma GT24 RS 4WD 1/24 Micro Rally RTR is a stunning ready-to-run RC car that brings the golden age of 1970s and 1980s rally racing to life. This is a brushless RC car UK enthusiasts have been waiting for—a perfectly balanced combination of retro styling with modern performance technology. Whether you're discovering the world of RC for the first time or you're an experienced hobbyist looking for something fun and portable, the GT24 RS delivers genuine rally car authenticity in a compact, easy-to-handle 1/24 scale package.

Carisma RC has engineered this Retro Micro Rally Car to perform way beyond what you'd expect from a vehicle of its size. Despite measuring just 1/24 scale, this is no toy—it's a fully featured hobby-grade RC car with a brushless motor, independent suspension, and a fully ballraced 4WD transmission. The body styling is a nostalgic tribute to classic RWD rally pioneers, yet Carisma has kept the drivetrain firmly in 4WD territory, delivering superior traction and performance that makes this one of the most capable micro rally cars available in the UK RC market today.

This ready-to-run RC rally car is genuinely portable and fun anywhere—create your own special stage in the living room or hallway, take it to the backyard, or set up an entire Retro Rally Championship in your local park. The GT24 RS arrives fully assembled and ready to race, complete with everything you need to start driving immediately. It's the perfect entry point into brushless RC cars for beginners, whilst offering enough quality and performance to satisfy experienced collectors and competitive drivers alike.

Key Features

• Brushless Motor with 8000KV Power — The high-performance 8000KV brushless motor provides instant responsive acceleration and reliable, maintenance-free operation compared to traditional brushed motors, delivering genuinely impressive speed and efficiency for a 1/24 scale car.
• 4WD Drive System — Four-wheel drive traction ensures superior grip and handling across all surfaces, whether indoors on smooth floors or outdoors on grass and dirt, giving you confidence and control in any driving conditions.
• Interference-Free 2.4GHz Radio Gear with CTX-2000 Transmitter — The 2.4GHz frequency system means you can operate multiple RC cars simultaneously without interference, and the dedicated CTX-2000 transmitter provides reliable, responsive control with no signal dropout.
• Hobby Grade Steering Servo — Purpose-built for RC performance, the hobby grade servo delivers fast, precise steering response that serious RC drivers expect, rather than the sluggish performance of toy-grade servos.
• Rally Pin Tyres with High Traction — Specially designed mini pin tyres grip like genuine rally car rubber, providing excellent traction on multiple surfaces and that authentic rally car feel that makes every drive more engaging and realistic.
• Fully Ballraced 4WD Transmission — Precision ballraced drivetrain components reduce friction and wear, ensuring smooth power delivery, longer component lifespan, and genuinely impressive performance consistency.
• Full Independent Suspension — Each wheel moves independently with its own suspension geometry, absorbing bumps and maintaining traction through corners—this is genuine chassis engineering that separates real RC cars from basic toys.
• 7.2V NiMH Micro Stick Pack Battery Included — The included battery is specifically sized for this 1/24 scale car, eliminating guesswork and compatibility issues, and getting you running within minutes of opening the box.
• Safe 5V USB Charger Included — A proper USB charger with safe charging circuitry is included, so you can recharge your battery quickly and safely using any USB power source without additional purchases.
• Ready-to-Run Assembly — Arrive at your door fully assembled and tested, ready to drive within minutes—no building required, no technical knowledge needed, just charge and play.

Technical Performance

The Carisma GT24 RS represents a genuine engineering achievement in the micro RC car category. Powered by an 8000KV brushless motor, this 1/24 scale rally car delivers the kind of acceleration and top-end performance that will surprise you for its compact size. The brushless motor technology offers zero maintenance compared to brush motors, with no commutator wear or carbon dust to manage—just pure, reliable electric power. The 7.2V NiMH battery pack provides adequate runtime for extended play sessions, whilst the included USB charger makes recharging convenient and safe. The 4WD transmission is fully ballraced throughout, meaning minimal friction losses and maximum efficiency transferring power from motor to all four wheels. The independent suspension uses proper shock absorbers to manage vertical movement at each corner, not simple springs, delivering genuinely professional-grade handling characteristics. Rally pin tyres provide authentic grip characteristics similar to genuine rally racing slicks, with the tread pattern designed to bite into various surfaces. The chassis construction utilises durable materials engineered to handle the rigours of real-world driving, and the full-ballraced drivetrain ensures longevity through thousands of driving hours. This is a brushless RC car UK buyers can trust for serious performance combined with reliability and durability.

What's in the Box

• Carisma GT24 RS 1/24 scale ready-to-run rally car body (fully assembled and tested)
• 8000KV brushless motor installed and configured
• 4WD transmission with full ballraced components
• CTX-2000 2.4GHz radio transmitter
• Interference-free 2.4GHz receiver installed in the car
• Hobby grade steering servo
• 7.2V NiMH micro stick pack battery
• Safe 5V USB charger with charging cable
• 4 x AA batteries for the transmitter
• Rally pin tyres pre-mounted on wheels
• Comprehensive instruction manual

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the Carisma GT24 RS suitable for beginners in RC cars? — Yes, absolutely. This is rated as Skill Level 1, meaning it's designed for newcomers to RC racing. It arrives fully assembled and ready to run straight out of the box, and all controls are intuitive. The brushless motor is actually easier to use than brush motors because there's no maintenance required. New RC drivers will immediately appreciate how the 4WD system handles predictably, and the hobby-grade components mean you're not fighting inferior hardware whilst learning.
• What battery does the Carisma GT24 RS need? — A 7.2V NiMH battery is included in the box, which is the correct specification for this car. The battery pack is specifically designed for 1/24 scale vehicles, ensuring proper fit and optimal performance. Carisma includes the matching USB charger, so you have everything you need to start charging and driving immediately.
• How long does the battery last per charge? — The 7.2V NiMH micro stick pack provides reasonable runtime for extended play sessions typical of 1/24 scale cars. Exact runtime depends on driving style and surface conditions, but most users report 20-30 minutes of continuous play per charge, making it practical for multiple charging cycles throughout a play session.
• Is this a genuine 4WD system or is it just marketing? — This is a fully functional, independent 4WD drivetrain with genuine engineering. Power flows from the brushless motor through a fully ballraced transmission to all four wheels via proper drive shafts. The independent suspension allows each wheel to move vertically whilst maintaining traction, and the 4WD layout provides superior grip and handling compared to 2WD systems, particularly on uneven surfaces or when cornering aggressively.
• What makes this different from other 1/24 scale RC cars? — Most 1/24 scale cars are toy-grade products with basic motors and plastic components. The GT24 RS uses hobby-grade engineering throughout—brushless motor, hobby-grade servo, interference-free 2.4GHz radio, ballraced transmission, and proper independent suspension. It's actually built to the standard of cars five times larger, which is why it performs so far beyond typical micro car expectations.
• Can I use this indoors and outdoors? — Yes. The compact 1/24 scale size makes it perfect for indoor use—you can set up a special stage in a hallway or living room without taking up much space. The rally pin tyres work well on smooth floors indoors. Outdoors, the 4WD system and rally tyres excel on grass, dirt, and mixed terrain, making it genuinely versatile.
• Is the radio system reliable? — The CTX-2000 2.4GHz transmitter uses modern spread-spectrum technology that eliminates interference problems common with older 27MHz and 40MHz systems. You can operate multiple GT24 RS cars simultaneously without frequency conflicts. The 2.4GHz system is the industry standard for reliable, responsive RC car control.
• What does Ready-to-Run (RTR) actually mean? — Ready-to-Run means the car arrives fully assembled, tested, and configured. You simply charge the battery using the included USB charger, insert 4 AA batteries into the transmitter, and you're ready to drive—no soldering, no assembly, no technical knowledge required. It's genuinely ready to run within an hour of unboxing.

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