The Best RC Tractors

1. Recommended Age

When we buy toys for our kids, we want them to be safe and have fun. Recommended age ranges indicate both of these things for kids, demonstrating whether a toy is appropriate for their comprehension and motor skill levels – a little challenge is good, but too much is frustrating and not enough is boring.

2. Size

Like the real thing, RC tractors come in different shapes and sizes. If you have a big yard, a large tractor can navigate easily with plenty of room for turns and travel, but if your play space is limited, smaller vehicles will fit more easily. They’re also more likely to be lightweight performance vehicles, while the bigger picks tend to be geared toward younger kids (there are, of course, exceptions).

3. Colors

Farm equipment comes in many colors, and so do these tractors – they’re dominantly green, yellow and orange like real equipment, but some do vary from that color scheme. If this part of the aesthetic matters to you, check out the color scheme and any possible options before you buy.

4. Batteries Needed

A battery powered toy minus batteries is usually one that frustrates children, refusing to perform as intended. A lot of RC vehicles come with a rechargeable battery conveniently installed and an accompanying charger, asking only that users provide batteries for the controller. Sometimes, though, you’ll need batteries for the car as well. Having what you need on hand means vehicles are ready to run out of the box.

5. Included

As we mentioned, some vehicles don’t come with the rechargeable batteries needed to power the vehicle itself, nor a charger. These toys are geared toward kids with more RC experience who like to make custom picks or already have these items on hand. Don’t worry – there’s lots of great picks for first timers and non-collectors that have everything you’ll need minus a couple household batteries.

6. Scooping Arm Action

Part of the fun of tractor toys is scooping action, with shovels that can allow kids to move dirt, sand, stones or any loose material they desire, dumping it out at their desired location. They’re a feature that can encourage important creative play, and kids really love them. Not all tractors have scoops and not all scoops are motorized, though, so if this is an important feature to you, keep your eyes open.