RC Chargers & Power Supplies

Give your remote control vehicle new life with a high powered RC battery charger

Has your RC battery charger seen better days? Whether it’s no longer charging, getting a bit sluggish, overheating, or the cables are damaged, you can find replacement RC battery chargers here at Frontline Hobbies.

Most remote control vehicles have rechargeable batteries for the controller or the vehicle itself. We know not all batteries are created equal, which is why we stock an extensive range of RC chargers covering hundreds of brands, vehicles, and battery types.

Whether you like exploring the skies in a remote-controlled aircraft or drone, racing your friends in an RC car, or prefer to watch your yacht cruise along the water at your local park, we have the ideal batteries to keep your vehicle running for hours on end.

Shop the range online, or drop into our store in Broadmeadow, Newcastle. Our team would be more than happy to match your vehicle - and its batteries - with the perfect charger.

We stock RC chargers for a wide range of vehicles and brands

Each RC brand has its own set of chargers to match their vehicles, whether they’re construction vehicles, racing cars, remote control speed boats, or even a lightweight quadcopter. It’s important to match your remote control vehicle to the brand’s preferred charger to get peak performance out of your toy.

We stock chargers from an incredible range of brands, including:

These chargers come in various different forms like USB chargers, multi-regional plug-in chargers, overnight chargers, dual output chargers, mini chargers, and many more. Whether you’re looking to charge batteries at home or in the car, we have convenient RC charger options to ensure you can take your hobby on the road.

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How do I choose an RC charger?

Apart from the brand, there are four main characteristics to consider when choosing a new battery charger:

The maximum voltage. Be sure to check the maximum voltage batteries your charger can handle. For example, you wouldn’t be able to charge 11.1v batteries if your charger could only charge 7.4v batteries.
The battery type. When reading through the specifications of your new charger, check if your battery is compatible with the RC charger. Lipo and Nimh are the most common battery types.
The input power. Some chargers can only be powered from 12v DC power (like a car battery) and not 240v. Make sure your charger can be powered from 240v if required.
The charging current. This is measured in milliamps or amps (mA). It is important to not exceed the maximum charging current for a given battery. Comparing the battery to the charger amperage will tell you how long it will take to charge your batteries.

If you have lots of different batteries to charge, we recommend looking into a smart charger that can manage multiple different battery types. It’s a little more expensive, but it might help save a few extra dollars when compared to buying multiple chargers.

It’s also important to consider where you’ll be charging your batteries. For example, you might prefer to charge your battery via USB, or plugging the charger directly into the wall. We have a huge range of RC car chargers as well as batteries for aircraft, construction vehicles, drones, and more - ask us what kind of charger would be best suited to your needs!

How fast will my battery charge?

All batteries and chargers are different, so there’s no “one size fits all” answer. However, there’s a quick and simple way to work out how long your batteries will take to charge. All you need to do is divide the battery’s mAh (i.e. the battery’s storage capacity) by the charger’s mA (i.e. the measurement of the electrical current).

For example, a 1200mAh battery charging on a 600mA RC charger will take around two hours (1200mAh/600mA = 2).

If your RC battery charger has a higher mA output than the battery’s mAh, then you would need to adjust them to match. It’s important your charger does not deliver more power than the battery can handle because this can damage the batteries and cause a fire hazard.

When purchasing your new RC charger, be sure to check out the charger’s specifications and ensure your batteries are compatible with the charger. This will ensure your batteries stay in excellent condition for longer.

Shop RC battery chargers online with Frontline Hobbies!

If you need RC car battery chargers, aircraft chargers, RC boat chargers, or even a charger for your drone, you’re sure to find the ideal solution right here at Frontline Hobbies. We have one of the largest RC charger collections in Australia!

Shop the range online today, or if you can’t see the charger you’re looking for, be sure to get in touch with our team in Broadmeadow, Newcastle. We can source the ideal charger for your vehicle directly from the supplier, so we can have it shipped to you or you can pick it up in-store.

Alternatively, come and visit us in-store! We can take a look at your vehicle and find the perfect charger to match.