100% The Best Value 6s 1/8 Scale RC Car!

[@Andym1159]

I was saving for an arrma but seeing this now and for £380 out of the box rtr and does exactly what it says on the tin!! I’m not paying £6-700 at least for a decent ARRMA when this is half the price and just as good 👍. Most cars have a little weak spot but I checked parts out and it’s £16 for the metal swingarm pin holder!! I will get to this cars price sooner snd not be as scared to bash the life out of it as you did, it held up 💪a solid car and great review 👌. Pls get rid of that bloody song though!!!🙈

[@TomleyRC]

The Song will live rent free in your head for a long time to come 😅

[@Andym1159]

@@TomleyRC I didn’t notice the 1st notification as I was watching the horses 😆 but I saw the reply one though and instantly started bloody singing it!! In my head! 😆

[@EJ-74]

Yeah I agree. Arma Losi and Traxxas are just way over priced in my opinion. I'm definitely thinking about getting one of these as well. About the only thing ya need to upgrade is the servo and that's pretty cheap. You can get a decent metal geared servo for $30 - 40 bucks that's American bucks lol ✌️

[@valuerc2664]

@@EJ-74 I agree that branded card are overpriced. But you can shop for used. I got brushed erevo in excellent condition for 150$, I had laying around hobbywing wpsc8 ESC and 3674 motor and it's awesome. Parts support is big for me, I have multiple Traxxas cars build in the 90s and I can still buy majority of the parts. The only Chinese car I had was acme trooper, that thing broke every run, and after diffs started falling apart I threw it in thrash

[@EJ-74]

@@valuerc2664 Cool I'm going to have a look around for some used RCs Thanks for the info 👍✌️

[@marcgebeloff2036]

I haven’t driven or seen one in person and it’s probably one of the only current widely distributed 8th scale bashers I don’t have, 8th scale bashers are my favorite segment. From what I’ve seen online The specs, and credible reviews I’ve read, this is a great rig. Arrma style beefy pivot ball and suspension arms, full metal chassis, real 8th scale 3 diffs metal drivetrain. I was looking to order one a few months ago but most places with the right price wouldn’t ship a package that big to the states and the ones that would where higher priced and worth the shipping it was over $500. and worth the lack of North American parts availability I wound up passing at the time knowing Black Friday deals where coming up. Now that I’ve absorbed my Black Friday deals I’m going to consider it again, looks like a great rig and I love desert racers

[@gaffer6846]

Thank you Tomley for reviewing this awesome machine. I went and bought one not long after you did your review. I have had so much fun. It’s my second go to RC. My first is the MT10. Your mate might need to change his controller. I had the same problems. Got a dumbo one and man what a difference. Plus mine broke in the same place as yours. Got new plastic one and still haven’t broke that one yet. Plus I do give it beans when I’m out. Keep the great videos coming. Big fan of yours

[@drewhender3999]

Bought one of these the other day after watching your original video and if by magic here's another video! Love it, I've been looking for videos of this beast but they're uncommon when compared to more well known vehicles

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, not as popular as the others, but just as fun!

[@DoURC]

The DR8 does look really good, been tempted by one a few times. It certainly took a bashing, well done. Great video, loved the full send into the puddles and that quarry looks a great place for RC's. 👍😎 One final note......Up & Down Up & Down Make a Sound WA! 😂

[@sa59z]

I so wanted one of these but as it's my first RC by the time you've added batteries decent charger and some tools it was out of my price range. So I bought a Banggood special ZD Racing dbx10. looks similar but not as fast (but fast enough for me as a beginner) or as durable but good enough to get me into the hobby. Hope to upgrade to one later.😊 Love the vids 👍

[@ryano8613]

That's a great car you purchased!!

[@sa59z]

@@ryano8613 cheers 👍 really pleased with it 😊

[@p1st0nb0n3s]

Perfectly timed vid cuz I've been seriously contemplating getting one of these. Awesome vid!

[@AdamHarte]

This is what it's all about! That place looks really fun, and those cars look awesome! Love lights when it got a little darker too. You are very lucky to have someone to go out bashing with! Love the channel. Keep it up :)

[@Rc_Alex_76]

Actually saving for one of these.after watching vids on these for 6s you can't go wrong compared to outher 6s rigs.cheers Phil great video.

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, it’s a beast!

[@IDPTheory]

For someone who claims to not bash his cars that hard I think you gave it a good go 😂 and here I am not running mine when it's rained because they get dirty! Only the very gentlest of bashings here - more of a 'spirited tickle' tbh 😁 Great vid as always mate.

[@TysonBrady]

I bought myself one from Christmas, thrashed the shit out of it, broke it a few times, fixed it and it just keeps going and going. Blew a tyre out this evening at the beach, swapped it and kept going. I'm running a 20kg servo which makes a bit of a difference (after I broke the previous one). I also run 6s 5000mAh 100C single batteries which make it an absolute weapon. Already broken and replaced the servo, rear suspension mount, front suspension mounts (front and rear), bent a front cvd shaft, broke rear shock lower ball joints x 2, broke front shock, bent the steering connector and damaged 2 hex adapters, and now a tyre. Always driving it to its full potential :D

[@simonelliott3791]

I got 1 for christmas too , taken out twice , broken twice , you win though , i only broke the shock tower and rear suspension bracket thing. Drive em hard or dont bother i say

[@TomleyRC]

Awesome! They are so good

[@simonelliott3791]

@@TomleyRC , first r/c car i bought in 20 years , i made a good choice , 2 days later , i bought the double e Land rover for the slow stuff

[@TysonBrady]

I've wanted a fast rc car for like 5 years, glad I waited and ended up with the DR8. Also considering getting a crawler too now.

[@simonelliott3791]

@@TysonBrady , yer me too , not that ive got anything to compare it with , but for the money , so quick.

[@derricksazrc3411]

That spot is providing a lot of great footage. That mud is hard but at least there isn’t a lot of small rocks to get caught in drivetrain to break drivecups and gears. Nice video.

[@MauzyrockRC]

Deadly rigs for sure! Love to see these gems!

[@nemesis8664]

In my opinion and experience, the best bang for your buck. Affordable, FAST, looks amazing and it's pretty stable also on uneven terrain. An excellent addition to any RC collection.

[@HardcoreRC]

Loving the look of this RC, its got lights as well 👍👍looks like a min DBXL - think we might have to get one of these, fed up with Arrma prices and this looks great and a bargain price as well

[@RussellRc]

I was just thinking the same lol 👍

[@BusterBoy2173]

Iv just one it Nutts uv got to get one it's so fast and it takes a betting I love it for the money I paid for it amazing

[@HardcoreRC]

@@BusterBoy2173 stop it - you tempting me :)

[@TomleyRC]

Honestly, get one and you won’t be disappointed. It’s not really a skate park Basher, but for under £400 it’s a beast! Early part of last year you could get them for £325!

[@HardcoreRC]

@@TomleyRC looking into it now. always liked the DBXL but just too big, this fills that gap nicely - whilst not really a skate park basher we would have to see how high it goes - its in our blood 😂😂

[@mattolie1]

about time somebody gave this car the review it deserves !! when you get an rc as fast and tough as this thing is , for the price nothing comes close I've got the dr8 and the futura, the futura is definitely faster but I've hit a tree at 50+ mph with the dr8 and it bounced off and carried on . the only thing I've ever managed to break is the rear hinge pin great video and could you do a review of the futura as well please, i know its old now but 6s on rear wheel drive is certainly an experience 😆

[@Wootts007]

Rolled the dice with one of these when they first came out....it's been pretty darn good...

[@FlukeyLuke]

4:44, what a shot, great driving and good luck brilliant combo ahaha that car looks great fun, price seems too good for what you get, spairs seem resonable too...

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Dude. It’s a beast!

[@dougbaker2052]

I've been looking for a good buggy 1/8 scale that doesn't break me up this is awesome

[@TomleyRC]

These can be picked up for reasonable money 👍

[@rcweed4820]

Had one for ages its a absolute beast flat out 60 plus with 19tooth pinion into some metal fence and it only bent a small piece of aluminium on the inside

[@shaunescarlett.1]

Phil you are so right with the title of this video, I have the blue DR8 & it is a superb basher, another great video & excellent presentation as always ! FTX have some great RCs in their lineup & all at great prices too 👍🏼👌🏼

[@disciplinerc]

Sweet sends! Dramatic puddle retrieval approved.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic bashing there, Tomley! 😃 Really awesome car!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks mate. Appreciate it

[@craigm2484]

That truck can take a beating I'm getting one Thanks for showing me what it can do for a short money RC .

[@shug97]

I had a great day out with you mate, you definitely gave it a proper going over! It's a brilliant truck for the money, can't believe it's not been more popular but I expect that'll change soon enough 😁

[@martindalton2101]

What size pinion do you have in your one mate?

[@shug97]

@@martindalton2101 i'm using a 15 tooth pinion. Mainly so i can use 4s batteries and still get around 60mph.

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

You ain’t kidding! These are ridiculous! Great play area too!!! Love the long jumps, they just last forever! Awesome share Phil!💥🔥💯🤙🏽

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude… it’s was such an awesome place!

[@daig1984]

Looks great for the money mate! 1/10th my favourite tho, you gave that thing a proper test

[@sobarc]

Excellent bashing there and that truck is a little dark horse. That’s great spot to bash too.

[@27ups]

Great Video! I have picked one up myself. As a lot of people are buying this or looking to buy and some are newbies, it would be great on doing a How to Video series - rebuilding diffs properly (just preventative long term maintenance), changing bearings, cleaning after dunking in deep puddles (lol) , changing gwaring, changing to the hopup parts...

[@notlrachtron]

I’ve got one and with the upgrades they are a fantastic buggy..love the place you found to have a bash

[@jspence3798]

Enabled, purchased 😂. Nice to see you enjoying bashing with a car friend Phil 👌

[@TomleyRC]

Yes. It’s good to get out with other RC nuts now and again 👍

[@jspence3798]

If ever you organise a DR8 meet-up there’s a few here that would travel to lincs 👍

[@SharkysGarageRCandMore]

You know i am tempted to find and use that song on my lil blue vids from now on ! Great bashing. And with the hinge pin upgrades should be even better ! Great location too, plus, nice to see you having fun !

[@BagDouken]

INTERESTING UPDATE: I just bought a DR8 and the chassis is different and also it came with METAL HINGE PIN BRACKETS out of the box 🎉🎉🎉

[@lyricalcoma1979]

Had mine for a while now and can’t fault it, build quality is great for price and it’s a beast of a car on 6s👍

[@doublerlifeRR]

Have you tried ordering any parts yet? Im trying to decide between this and a used 1:8 (name brand).

[@adosfor4969]

You re in my mind. i was looking for videos about this monster yesterday and booommm you upload video today cheers mate..

[@TomleyRC]

Haha awesome

[@richsmith6810]

I've been trying to decide what to get next for just off roading rather than bashing. I was swaying towards a monster truck but I think this may be right up my street

[@Moggmodels23]

Hi hello Tony yes I got mine ftx Dr8 1/8 6s it's a brilliant truck very fast on 6s got 65mph out of mine just by upgrade the pinion gear by 3 teeth nice video anyway 😄😊

[@craigbu7755]

Totally agree Phil, got one for xmas off my lad and my woman bought me most of the ali hop ups for it,absolute bargain innit,I put 23mm axle extenders on mine and after adding a couple of shims to them it's even better than stock now 😁

[@TomleyRC]

Nice!

[@doublerlifeRR]

I'm trying to decide between this and a used 1:8 Losi (slightly cheaper for the Losi). What do you think?

[@fatboysrc2024]

Cool buggy. What a beast.

[@Trebz50]

I just bought one, took it out on a local astro turf pitch for it's first run, bent the rear suspension arm. So much for it being tough and so much for my £350.

[@albagardenmaintenance9518]

Had the dr8 for a while now. Very good but few issues. Eats servos. Motor blows its bearings and its not a part according to ftx so Myne is out of action for now. Otherwise awsome fun. Great review and video 👍

[@TomleyRC]

Mines been fine so far, had plenty of use and mostly 6s.... but I guess time will tell!

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Awesome rc and bashing,great overview

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers mate

[@catcancrunch7260]

I really am wanting one 👍 they are so good for the money thanks for your upload 👍🙏🐈

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, you won’t be disappointed if you get one

[@petermakeithappen8336]

Tomley rc is the best channel on KZbin

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers Peter 😎

[@letsgobrandon4163]

Always solid content!

[@TomleyRC]

Cheers dude

[@RatBoraFTW]

Amazing video 😁😁 hello from Sweden😁

[@NoLimitRC87]

Looks awesome rig that 👌 bit like the losi lazer nut

[@TomleyRC]

Yes… it’s so good for the price

[@roblowrie1969]

Great looking car, and sooo much cheaper than the Losi DBXL! So much value for money. That kind of ground is what I was hoping my Axial Yeti would be good on, but so far, I've managed to run it for about 30 minutes in total, and have stripped 4 steering servos!! 😖

[@TomleyRC]

I’ve seen quite a few people have issues with the Yeti… what a shame, especially from a big company like that

[@RussellRc]

Think I’ve just found my boys new Rc 😁 Great playground and video mate 👍

[@TomleyRC]

You’ll want one after you’ve had a go 😅

[@eli7565]

Hey Tomley Mabye I can speak for a lot of people this RC car is still out of my price range even in the us they are still going for $500. The BEZGAR HB101 1:10 is pretty similar looking to this and I’ve heard good things. Could you do a build on this rc too? Love the vids

[@markwaterworth7346]

Could smell the heat from the rock 😂🤣😂 cracked me up

[@TomleyRC]

"Can you smell what the Rock is cooking?"

[@viniciusbrito7512]

Awesome rig! U sick, man? Take care and we hope you get better soon! Cheers

[@CHARLIES-CARS]

CHARLIES CARS! Love FTX and Your channel mate! Keep it up!

[@gillian9178]

Agree 100% with what you say with the DR8, not sure if you were to use the DR8 for extreeme bashing though with 30 - 40ft high abuse at skateparks . But their again would you choose to use this style of rc for extreeme bashing. You can also get a wide kit for the Reely Raptor 6s buggy from Conrad in Austria which consists of wider top & bottom arms, longer cvd front drive shafts, longer rear dog bones & longer tie & steering rods for around £80 total. This wide kit makes the truck 80 mm wider o/a making it super stable as the DR8 can have a tendancy to roll in fast turns. Check out Basherqueens awesome video of her Reely Raptor with the wide kit fitted & Talion wheels/tyres. She also lists all the parts needed from Conrad.

[@gillian9178]

I have the wide kit parts but have not fitted them yet.

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah it’s not for extreme bashing. I have a plan for a crazy DR8 in the summer… I’ll be throwing some upgrades on it. Cheers for the wide kit heads up 👍

[@francistucker9709]

Nice buggy l have one on the way. Love the scale appearance, the spare tire and the driver figures. I don't think l'll be beating it up like you guys though 😅

[@drroomba5045]

Great video and location !!

[@SURCs]

That was a real fun video.

[@lP-dx7ol]

Ftx make good reasonable priced rigs can't complain 👌🏿

[@Watermoehlen]

That’s an awesome bash spot. Have you had any issues with replacement parts though when you need them?

[@TomleyRC]

Most of the big hobby shops in the UK hold or can get spares

[@NCmountainsYouTubeChannel]

I really enjoyed this sport really cool place for some fun time 👌👌💯

[@troysrcchannel5659]

So after all that there were no issues with the electric components? That is truly amazing.

[@TysonBrady]

ESC is waterproof and the other stuff is in a 'waterproof box' which seems to do the job... I found it more fun to drive it in the wet.

[@troysrcchannel5659]

@@TysonBrady I've always been afraid to get mine that deep although my K6 did once but I sure was scared it wasn't going to work the next time, but it did. I still try not to because I'm lazy and don't want to clean them after.haha

[@TomleyRC]

Yeah all good… as long as you dry it all off and keep it the bearings clean and lubricated it’s usually ok. 👍

[@Nick-zk6cx]

I agree 100% Tomley, this car is amazing value for money and very tough. Got a FTX DR8 about two years ago and I think it even gets a bit more runtime than the Mojave EXB (which is also a great car). In fact I like the DR8 so much I recently bought its’ twin brother the Reely Raptor as well. Just couldn’t pass the deal on it and 99% of parts are compatible👍.

[@paulclancy2404]

How much ? I think prices went up they 489 at ali , dint you think better pay 529 for exb or 600 for rtr ? If I could find dr8 450

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

Same price as an Arrma Kraton 6s here in New Zealand. Arrma has great parts support so going with the DR8 is a risk not worth taking. Pity, looks cool but 🤔

[@gillian9178]

Here in the UK the Kraton 6s V5 rtr is around £600, the DR8 can be got at a few places in the UK for under £330 were as most shops here in the UK want £370-£380. Parts for the DR8 here are pretty easy to get at a pretty good price as well compared with Arrma parts.

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

@@gillian9178 At that price I would be all over the DR8. Thanks for the comparison. 😎👍

[@chadedwards5908]

Enjoy your video Love the song I'm going to go get the single lol

[@TomleyRC]

Haha

[@fredsmith-dengler9225]

That was hilarious! Standing water is always stinky….🤢 Looks like U 2 had fun👍

[@TomleyRC]

Loadsa fun.... and yeah, it was stinkin!

[@deano7858]

I love your videos so much

[@TomleyRC]

Thanks Deano

[@Moggmodels23]

I'm very surprised it still works after going through all that deep water if I done that I be shit myself what about the battery bud any good all working now that's hard to believe 💯 good car I'm glad I bought one now just need to find the time to take her outside maybe the weekend

[@009ADVENTURES]

love ftx stuff, will get a dr8 one day bud 👍😃

[@robhotson1882]

Wot aa awesome bashing ground

[@sergey_ulyanoff]

Any chances of comparing to ZD Racing DBX-07?

[@paultones5798]

well think i will have to save and get one i have been looking for a 1/8 great vid

[@TomleyRC]

It’s a beast!

[@adamwolfy4826]

Wagwan tomley 🤘

[@TomleyRC]

Wagwan my G

[@noelkavanagh3507]

I'm torn between this and the ZD racing dbx 07.

[@pukeylukey2852]

Same car

[@wreckingcrewhobbies8969]

Love your vids nevermind the haters

[@jasonsrcstuff9278]

I will NOT be singing that mate!! Hahahaha

[@TomleyRC]

Haha… you will be soon

[@severinasaf]

22 tooth pinion and this thing goes over 110kmh😅love it

[@Appel007]

how long does a s6 lipo last? And do you let them drain to the cut off ''warning''?

[@fail2act]

Is this better than a big rock? I'm considering between the two. Size-wise the big rock is not much smaller, is cheaper and runs on a cheaper battery. (3s)

[@TomleyRC]

I’d get this over a Big Rock… but the BIg Rock is a decent rig 👍

[@paulclancy2404]

Tom its 489 for us , I see we can get hoons mustang exoo7..for 289 for new buyer 350 for the roller and 489 rtr the buggy is on same chassis I think that ones around 500 also really sharp looking

[@Fuegan121]

So awesome 😮

[@jerryhermann7233]

This buggy is on a short list of bouncers i want. As another post said it will be gently bashed. Nothing big as i like running them. Not repairing them. Besides all i got that ive found is a skate park. Broke my 124019 and 124017 having fun on concreat. Not doing that anymore. I decided the 019 is a parts buggy, till my aluminum upgrades arrive. Just doing C hubs, knuckles, better turnbuckles,, and full aluminum shocks. Oops got off topic. Really want this buggy if it has good parts support.

[@bernardrc1137]

Nice vid 😁😁👍

[@rcplaytime]

rips mate 😀👍👍

[@hirthirthirt1693]

it really is a great car. Mine got a broken rear diff....someone told me tha thare is that Ofna-diff that fits that is more durable. Do you know about this?

[@KlunkersKustoms]

Wow very cool, Ill have to get one for the channel

[@TomleyRC]

You won’t be disappointed

[@KlunkersKustoms]

@@TomleyRC Im excited

[@leroygraves8432]

Are you able to get a hosim brand cars? Id really like to see you do a video review. I have one and I don't think it's to bad but in no expert and I don't torture them like you.if you get a chance to get one please do

[@CHARLIES-CARS]

Why have You put this idea in my head again! Had my mind set on a Senton but now I'm back in the DR8 route. What would You go for Phil??? Also sent You a question on Messenger if You wouldn't mind having a look when You get 5 minutes, I know You're a busy man. Thanks for the great videos! Danny CHARLIES CARS!

[@Zebba50]

Have you got a Maverick Quantum R Flux 4S 1/8 Would love to see a video on one of them compared to the arrma versions

[@wasaB.]

Is there any way you may have your eye on the wltoys 104072??

[@TheWoodlandhoBo]

Hello chap. Have you tried the sand hills in Sandy Bedfordshire? This thing would be awesome there.

[@chrisf5475]

Hi everyone. Got my DR8 today and ran it once (needs a bath already). Instructions say the default cutoff is 3.0v/cell. My new 6S 5100mah 60c lipo from amazing arrived with cells between 3.4-3.8 (my balancer said unbalanced and set the alarm off). Balance charged the lipo and ran the DR8 once and the cells finished at between 2.8 and 3.2. Should I return the lipo???

[@TomleyRC]

Sounds like a bad lipo.. although the ESC should have shut off.

[@chrisf5475]

@@TomleyRC thanks! I’m going to return it and try another. People are using these for high end helis and say the IR on the cells is really good and they tend to balance well, so with it being Amazon I’ll try a swap first then I’d still no good I’ll try a better brand. The thing really is an absolute beast though! Can I ask if you noticed your rear wheels having a bit of wobble? Seems the hubs (or the bearings in the hubs) have a bit of play so you can hold the wheels and move them to toe in / toe out angles quite easily.

[@justbored3.14]

did you adjust/improve the steering range

[@BusterBoy2173]

Wot diff oil did used in DR8 because iv just got on done all the upgrades on it it Nutts on 6S I got it after seeing it on one of ur videos

[@TomleyRC]

I’m still running g this stock… I’ve done nothing to it

[@BusterBoy2173]

@@TomleyRC for the money and being a 1/8 and 4s + 6s I'm well happy with it recommend it to any one how want fun and really strong rc that's duz not break after 5mins like the video u put out to day keep it up mate 👍👍😁😁

[@martindalton2101]

What size pinion did the blue dr8 have on it?

[@dazzaparker5903]

I've got one (blue) and I have to agree with you they are a brilliant buggy. Fast and tough and has taken more punishment than some of my arrmas. Suspension pin bracket is a must. Great video👍👍

[@pondwater1234]

Same bro

[@keithhogan7135]

Luv mine. Reely Raptor

[@Molekulasti]

I wish they had a roller on offer. I have a MAX8 Combo sitting in a drawer.

[@TomleyRC]

Cheap enough to buy one and sell the electronics

[@Molekulasti]

Makes sense, ya.

[@SPEXWISE]

I spill my juice for da boyz n da club. I gotta lotta juice so please bring a cup.

[@plewsford]

I'm not too far away from where you're based. Where did you film this video as I need a new location for my MP9 and Baja!?

[@muhammadjafnibinjamel6050]

Hi sir.can i get links for the things u broke?

[@keithbutler6361]

I guess the proof is in the pudding , that’s a great little truck mate ...

[@TomleyRC]

Yes, it’s such a decent RC