The extra lighting will run it's own power source. The stock battery was 7.2v 750ma. I ordered a 7.2v 3000ma battery with charger. If I decide to upgrade to Futaba radio there is lots of room. It has a servo that looks close to a hobby. One interesting thing is it is only 2 wheel drive but has the housing for a front wheel motor and trans. If I decide to venture farther with it. I will be posting pics as I go when I start building this. I am a machinist by trade. So if mood arises I could build a custom chaises and go all out down the road.