the trust uses 12 batteries, 8 in the remote 4 in the car. Included in that price / trade is 12 rechargeable batteries. the truck goes about 50MPH and is all wheel drive. if u can keep a reel clean and use a flat head screw drive you can keep it clean and tuned. as far as keeping it running u just need nitro fuel and charged batteries. the range is pretty far more than 200 yards i would say.
http://www.teamassociated.com/ae/mgt/mgt_home.htm that is the website check it out let me know.