What kind of battery is best for RC Big S? Analysis of hot topics across the Internet and purchasing guide
Recently, the discussion among RC (remote control model) enthusiasts about "What kind of battery is good for the Big S (Traxxas Summit)" has continued to increase. This article combines hot topics and actual measurement data from the entire network in the past 10 days, and analyzes it from multiple dimensions such as battery type, performance comparison, and user reputation to help you quickly find the best solution.
1. Comparative analysis of popular battery types

| Battery type | Voltage (V) | Capacity (mAh) | Discharge rate (C) | Average battery life (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NiMH battery | 7.2-8.4 | 3000-5000 | 20-30 | 15-25 |
| Lithium polymer battery (2S) | 7.4 | 5000-8000 | 50-100 | 30-45 |
| Lithium polymer battery (3S) | 11.1 | 4000-6000 | 50-120 | 25-40 |
2. Ranking of user measured data (popular models in the past 10 days)
| Brand model | price range | Weight(g) | User rating (5-point scale) | Difficulty of adapting to Big S modification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeee 5000mAh 2S | ¥120-150 | 280 | 4.7 | simple |
| Ovonic 8000mAh 2S | ¥200-250 | 420 | 4.5 | medium |
| Gens Ace 6000mAh 3S | ¥350-400 | 380 | 4.8 | higher |
3. Analysis of the three major purchasing points
1.Voltage matching: Big S’s original ESC supports 2S-3S lithium batteries. When using 3S, you need to pay attention to motor temperature control. In recent hot discussions, 38% of users recommended the 2S balancing plan.
2.Size compatibility: Popular modification plans show that the battery compartment supports a maximum length of 138mm and a width of ≤45mm. Zeee brand has become a hot search keyword recently due to its size adaptability.
3.C number selection: Climbing players recommend 50C or above, and racing players need to choose 80C+. Forum data shows that searches for high C-number batteries increased by 22% year-on-year.
4. Observation of new trends in 2023
1.The rise of smart batteries: The number of discussions on batteries with built-in Bluetooth power monitoring (such as Spektrum Smart) increased by 35%, but the price is high (about 2 times that of ordinary batteries).
2.Fast charging technology: The search volume for battery supporting equipment that supports 5C fast charging increased by 18% week-on-week, but attention should be paid to the issue of battery life loss.
3.Environmentally friendly materials: Topics related to recyclable lithium batteries have been read more than 100,000 times, becoming a new hot spot in the RC circle.
5. Ultimate purchasing advice
•Beginner player: Zeee 2S 5000mAh set (king of cost performance, weekly sales of 2000+)
•Advanced user: Gens Ace 3S 6000mAh (balance of performance and durability)
•Extreme modification:Dual Ovonic 2S parallel connection solution (the latest popular modification post on the forum has exceeded 10,000 likes)
Note: The statistical period of all data is November 1-10, 2023, and the sources include major RC forums, e-commerce platforms and social media hot lists.
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