Going to buy only one RC car? It SHOULD probably be this one!

I will be blunt and honest. This is the first RC product in almost 2 years that I have just charged up and driven, without a camera and just for my enjoyment. Twice I have driven it since making this video. Pushed it hard. Honestly hoping to damage it to include a photo in this video. We did not manage to damage it. It handles so well, enough power and is such good quality vs price. If you are only going to buy one RC car in 2024, make it this one. You will not be disappointed. I think because I received my car later than other KZbinrs, they had fixed many of the problems. Well all the problems. Even after driving it through the water 20+ times it is still running without issues. Love this and its now currently my favourite go to RC!
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[@JohnRobinsonRC]

EDIT: I have seen the video online however the gyro still does not work. I have tried every combination but still unable. Hopefully Rlaarlo will help at some point. 🙂 I will be blunt and honest. This is the first RC product in almost 2 years that I have just charged up and driven, without a camera and just for my enjoyment. Twice I have driven it since making this video. Pushed it hard. Honestly hoping to damage it to include a photo in this video. We did not manage to damage it. It handles so well, enough power and is such good quality vs price that if you are only going to buy one RC car, make it this one. You will not be disappointed. I think because I received my car later than other KZbinrs, they had fixed many of the problems. Well all the problems. Even after driving it through the water 20+ times it is still running without issues. Love this and its now currently my favourite go to RC! Carbon Fibre RTR: bit.ly/3PlDb9r Metal version RTR: bit.ly/4a5hWkR Carbon Fibre, No electronics: bit.ly/3TyfDAL

[@kirbincap8307]

Awesome to hear! My preorder is floating 🚢 somewhere

[@ErrythingPhroze]

the once crucial step missing after binding in gyro mode with desired setting is to HIT THE BOTTOM LEFT BUTTON until you see the transmitter icon pop up with the bars. The gryo settings will not be saved unless this happens. @scalebuildersguild left this out

[@DavidFernandez-sc5ws]

People complain about the size. It’s actually what I love about it. A high quality RC and a smaller size. Perfect for backyard bashing

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

I agree. I don't mind it being smaller, especially as it's quite fast. If larger it would be heavier and then cause more damage to itself in a crash. The more I drive this car, the happier I am. 👌👌😉

[@Murphys_Law9]

It’s not a 1/10 scale it’s false advertising

[@2040RC]

Nice this truck!!! Great video 💪😃

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thank you buddy. Yeah awesome truck! 😊😁

[@Emily_xx5]

Nice ❤

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thanks Emily. Hoping you are keeping well?

[@teinspringz]

The wheelbase and width is a good ratio on this truck, and you chose a good location for testing it. I also like the fact RLAARLO gave it a name instead of jumbliing up a few letters and numbers together. Hooray for creativity!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

I know right. When I first heard about it I was so happy. I have mild dyslexia with numbers (muddle them all around) so all of the WLTOYS 124018 and Rlaarlo Ak-787 etc is a struggle for me. The Omni Terminator just runs off the tongue though. ;-) And yes I agree with the ratio of this one. They have done the research and landed on a great mix. Have an awesome day today.

[@-xirx-]

Thanks for the review. I have this on preorder, my first RC!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

You are going to love it! Congratulations! 👏😊

[@kelvinsullivan1126]

One question will it do backflips 😊 Video hint hint maybe a double backflip 😂 Awesome video🤙. Awesome at off-road I think the metal one might be the better choice 🤔

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Heading to the skatepark soon so will test. Honestly I don't think I would choose the metal. Smaller motor and esc means less speed. This one is perfect the way it is. 👌😉

[@kelvinsullivan1126]

@@JohnRobinsonRC oh gotcha didn’t know carbons came with extras 😊 Skate Park 🥶 repair video incoming

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@@kelvinsullivan1126 thought you watched the video? I clearly said and wrote the smaller motor and esc..... 🤔

[@kelvinsullivan1126]

@@JohnRobinsonRC hey you forgot the specs in the video 😂. Maybe I went offline too for a sec too 🍻😂😂

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Nah I did say about the metal version having a different brushless motor. 😉😜

[@Rangoli_rc]

Solid rc. Rlaarlo really keeps coming out with some bangers. Awesome video 👍

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thank you buddy. Yeah Rlaarlo are at least heading in the right direction. Unlike a few others we could mention. ;-) Have an AWESOME day!!!

[@Hungrybird474]

This truck has been a lot of fun .

[@RCRoads]

Great job John. Awesome truck for sure. I like that it comes with a 3s and the Radio looks better than most of the ones included with even more expensive RC's.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah I have to agree mate. They have thought this one through and I am nothing but impressed. 👍😊 Thanks for watching.

[@rcexpatshk]

Looks epic. Thanks for the review. Hope you get the gyro sorted out soon.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thank you buddy. Yes I am sure it's a simple fix but I do have Rlaarlo's stand alone rc transmitter with gyro, so for the next video I will fit that. 😁👌 Have an awesome day!

[@adrianpilbeam7403]

Heard a lot about this truck. It looks like loads of fun. Can't believe how grown up Colin looks now either!!!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah I watched one of our first videos together and could not believe it. We all know how quickly they grow, but that much in only 3.5 years is bonkers. And yeah the truck. Rlaarlo did well on this one. Hope you and the family are doing well?

[@adrianpilbeam7403]

@@JohnRobinsonRC We are all good thank you buddy. My eldest is working now and 17 this year. Time passes us so quickly. Hope you are all well. How is your sister now?

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@@adrianpilbeam7403 17. Crazy fast. Yeah family is good thanks. I'm still struggling but getting new medication on Thursday that should stablize me a little better. Not sure if you know my sister had cancer spread to the brain. Just recently had as much of it as possible removed and left her unable to speak and a few other issues. However once again she is fighting like a ********** and improving daily. Still a long road ahead but she won't give up bless her. Thanks for asking buddy. Stay safe.

[@adrianpilbeam7403]

@@JohnRobinsonRC Yeah I remeber you saying before she was very poorly hence why I asked buddy.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

​@adrianpilbeam7403 yeah that was the lung cancer and then her nearly dying 7 times over a short period. Unfortunately she then got brain cancer and now is battling both. 😢 Thanks again for asking buddy

[@robertshelton2605]

Love your Yoda shirt!! And the car is cool too!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Cheers buddy. I cant stop buying these t-shirts. I know at my age I should probably buy a cardigan or something, but I just cant do it. Wont do it. HA HA! Have an awesome day. Stay safe.

[@johnellefa]

This is def a sick truck. Maybe mini for sure, but capable as heck. Imagine if they rerelease it but....bigger lol. Really happy they're doing their own models now rather than copying (even though their copies were hella good)

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah 1/8th of this design would be so popular. It seems like they have stopped copying and realised they can design and make better cars thank god. So cannot wait to see what comes next. Thanks for watching!

[@johnellefa]

@@JohnRobinsonRC next is their apparently 1/7 crawler. And they indicate it's a full sized one too. Hoping they do a Kraton style truggy next or maybe a full sized buggy But if they want to cover all vehicle types, def a SCT

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

I also hope they don't try and do too much. Seems like growing too quickly could hurt more than they gain. They also had the 1/7th speed run car that went quiet.

[@johnellefa]

@@JohnRobinsonRC I totally forgot about that. Hmm probably saw some things that needed to be fixed (hopefully)

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah hopefully. :-)

[@roblowrie1969]

Ive seen a few videos on this truck now, and I'd definitely spend my own money on this. It looks awesome, but the prices do seem to be creeping up a bit! Great car though. 👍🏻

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah I had that conversation yesterday. One of few I would gladly spend my money on. The quality vs speed vs performance vs price balances out nicely on this one. 👍😊

[@roblowrie1969]

@@JohnRobinsonRC good to hear. 😎👍🏻

[@insanebmxthomas]

Good to see you back at it! Still in Malta? The video says 'United States' that's why i wonder! Can't wait to buy this car. Im inbetween jobs so it would be financial suicide if i order one now :( All my friends are Traxxas fans, they'll be surprised by this guy's performance. The small size is extra fun for jumps imho. This car seems pretty stable in the air.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Hello buddy. Thanks so much. Yes still in Malta. Been told to set it as USA as they get favouritsm. Not sure if its true but hey, have to try everything we can for an advantage. If its good enough for Kevin Talbot, then its good enough for me. :-) Hope you get a job soon. The Rc balance is always a struggle. I still struggle to buy parts sometimes. Oh and Traxxas fans. Please come back and tell me what your friends think when you get one. I honestly beleive this is one of the best quality Rlaarlo and while its a little smaller, it makes up for it in performace as you noticed with the jumps. Have an awesome day and good luck.

[@insanebmxthomas]

@JohnRobinsonRC thanks for the good vibes, John! I needed some of that. I'll keep you posted on the brand loyalty situation lol! 🙋‍♂️ I'm inclined to stay with Rlaarlo, they're making moves!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

​@@insanebmxthomasyep. Let's hope it keeps going in the right direction. 😊👍

[@0xpadx0]

With the remote off press and hold SWA button and turn it on. Then you should be able to set the gyro up. (edit, meant swa not Chanel 3 lol)

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Hello mate. Yes tried all of the variations. Transmitter turned on first. Car. Car plus bind button. And every combination in between. Nothing worked unfortunately. Spent 2 hours back and forth trying. 😂😂😂

[@0xpadx0]

@JohnRobinsonRC Check out Scale Builders guild and there videos: I fixed the two biggest problems with the Rlaarlo Omni Terminator or This Feature MUST BE TURNED ON - Rlaarlo Omni Terminator Stability Control Maybe it helps, so far they are the only ones I've seen to turn on the gyro 🤷‍♂️

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Cheers mate. Yes went though the video. Doesnt help that in a comment he suggested the opposite way to do it. Either or, I have tried all combinations and a few out there combinations. :-)

[@0xpadx0]

@JohnRobinsonRC Well, that sucks... sorry for wasting your time🙁 hopefully Rlaarlo releases some Gyro instructions.

[@justincremer4638]

Are they shipping these now or are they still on preorder ?

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Good morning. I just checked and it now does not say pre-sale but does state 22 in stock. So available to buy today. :-)

[@crazylarryjr]

I have tried to talk to Rlaarlo and have not gotten through, Does this 6 channel radio have a Multiple model memory? I was thinking about getting the available separately 6 channel receiver to run on my Arrma Big Rock V3 3s, so i have both under one radio

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Hiya. The controller that comes with the Omni terminator does not have model memory. Rlaarlo's stand alone controller does and I have actually used that one on the omni terminators receiver as it binds easily and gives better control for the gyro. 😉👍

[@crazylarryjr]

@@JohnRobinsonRC, Ok so the 6 channel is a typical RTR with a single model memory. I saw the 8 channel has an 6 model memory, thank you. Looks like i may get the roller and the 8 channel model

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@@crazylarryjr yes that would be my choice. Good luck! 😊👍

[@crazylarryjr]

@@JohnRobinsonRC Can you give me the dimensions on the ESC? specifically length and width? I'll need to find another esc in case theirs is sold out

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@@crazylarryjr good morning. Sorry for the late reply. I was sleeping. 😬 60 amp esc I have is 51mm long. 38.4mm wide and 46mm tall.

[@BuffaloSoldier-tb9dn]

What type of microphone are you using? And camera?

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Good morning. My microphone is a DJI mic 1. Very capable and so very useful. The camera I have just swapped. I was using my Sony ZV-1 but wanted to streamline my process. So I saved up for months to buy an Oppo Find X7 Ultra and its producing good quality footage.

[@JesseBlum]

why does everyone make a deal about the gyro? This thing has such awesome steering why would you need it? I run 4s and 6s and unless im going to enter a competition and need to go in a direct straight line

[@offsetrc]

All so I think the giro really doze help on smaller rc keeps them more stable only saying a bout it I tried my mjx hyper go with out it with the delay make it a bit unpredictable but put it on a bout 50% and it makes it better see I had an xmaxx and never youed the giro as I don't think it need it on bigger rc but it definitely helps the smaller scale ones and definitely rwd drifting but most rcs don't really need them I think

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah without doubt I agree. Rlaarlo still have not responded to me, so I will put in the Rlaarlo stand alone remote control with gyro and test it. I am sure it will help. Wont make much of a difference on tarmac, but on the rough gravel it will for sure. Thank you so much for watching and have an awesome day. :-)

[@offsetrc]

@@JohnRobinsonRC helps on flat top to man especially if you have way open differentials

[@jrhpng]

There's a couple of videos online showing you how to set up the gyro...

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thanks mate. Yes I know the instructions on how. However when I tried, nothing worked. Including every combination unfortunately. Think mine maybe faulty but lets see what Rlaarlo say about it. 🙂 Have a great day.

[@armandopace6113]

Hi mate great video I've ordered one still in transit. I've seen a couple of KZbin clips on how to turn gyro on. Ive subscribe to your channel. It's nearly $400 in Australia 👍🦘😅😅🤣

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thanks for the sub buddy. Yeah I have watched all available video and read what I can. I tried every combination. Tried thinking outside of the box. Would be nice to hear from @rlaarlo to help find the problem but from what I can see. It just isnt working. Plus lets be honest. There are far easier ways to turn a gyro on and off. :-) You are going to love your purchase! $400 usd or $400 AUD?

[@armandopace6113]

@@JohnRobinsonRC Australia 🇦🇺 nearly $400. Well worth it 👌

[@Murphys_Law9]

why does the version on amazon say 4s capable?

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Good morning. Which amazon? I checked several and the only Rlaarlo trucks I see are the older design and not the Omni Terminator.

[@BigCityCountryBoi]

Leave Colin be its just a thing alot of kids do nowadays. My youngest son is 18 and we live in Texas where it gets pretty hot and ive never seen him without a hoodie...security blankets or something 😂

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Ha ha! In Colins defense, he got it right. I was freezing! 😂😂😂❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ Had he offered me a spare hoodie, I would have accepted gladly! 😁😁😁 Have an awesome day in Texas.

[@farmoboy83]

i already bought my 2024 rc (Absima touring car 1\10 brushed) but the year is only starting...

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Nice. You like it?

[@farmoboy83]

@@JohnRobinsonRC Only got it today, only gonna test it during weekend but its my first touring car 1\10 so its new to me

[@farmoboy83]

@@JohnRobinsonRC after 10 minutes of motor run in ( know that is important on brushed ones) took it for a spin with 2 packs of 1600mah lipo in series. Honestly never imagined a brushed motor was that fast, i think its the same as my hbx 1/16 pro brushless. Batteries only went down to 8v after a few minites ( regret now have ordered a 5000mah zee 2s on ebay). Its shocking how this cars stick to the ground and tires are so grippy that its almost impossible to slide like i do on other rcs. The worst part is tire wear. Only 15minites not racing and there are already signs of wear mainly on rear ones! never saw that on any other rc!

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Sounds like a great buy. The 5000 mAh could be a bad choice. Just because of the extra weight causing more stress on parts. Motors, esc, tires which you have already notice. However I will take a look and maybe pick one up myself. Thanks for the tip, info and update. Have an awesome day.

[@farmoboy83]

@@JohnRobinsonRC Yes but got it for an amazing 25eur from zeee on alliexpress so the loss is not that high. Probably i should have gone with a 3000mah. The car is very good and i believe the same as many hsp touring cars so parts available everywhere.

[@offsetrc]

It remains me of the arrma big rock to be fare but I love that chassis plate one of the best looking chassis plate ever on something that comes out the box well nice well done rlaarlo some well nice cars a bout now still the best looking chassis for a stock out the box truck well nice

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah I got that feeling as well. I really wish they would make a 1/8th as it would be so popular. Guess the issue is shipping costs for a larger and heavier product. They have done very well with this truck though. Love it. Thanks for watching and have an awesome day!

[@offsetrc]

@@JohnRobinsonRC not only that bigger rc bigger cost worked that out after owning my xmaxx fantastic rc but doze cost to keep it going

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah repair costs is also a consideration. Saying that their parts costs aren't the worst out there. 👌

[@insanebmxthomas]

@@JohnRobinsonRC i feel like Rlaarlo really intended to have a bombproof basher for this car. I own one of their other cars (d12) and it's just a fragile platform. They beefed it up a lot on many aspects, but the wltoys platform just isn't for bashing. All their other cars are based on wltoys (except the speedrunners, right?) so i suspect they just want to have a well designed, durable basher. Maybe that's why it's smaller; thing is too small to really wreck it. And i like how it behaves like the bigger cars. Visually and also in terms of 'feel' or control, from what i've heard.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yes you hit the nail on the head. They have noticed issues and fixed them. Realised mistakes and sorted it. Everything is at least leading in the right direction. Handling wise I love this one. Hence why I am recommending it so much. A lot of the other similiar sized truggies I own dont handle anywhere like as good as this one. And thats before speaking about the increased quality. I dont think I could recommend this car at say 350 usd full price. But at 250 usd presale its a steal.

[@thisIsRC]

Wow when did Colin grow up so much!?

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yeah. Hard to tell. I watched one of our first videos together and could not beleive how quickly he has shot up in such a short time. 1 more month at school and he is off to college. When did that happen? :-)

[@thisIsRC]

@@JohnRobinsonRC I know! They grow up so quickly, it's a big cliché but it's so true.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

What is they say. Blink and you will miss it. Thank god I have 300 videos to look back on this channel. Better than our home videos that are like.... uhm.... not very well organised. :-) have an awesome day.

[@jerryhermann7233]

Not very impressive to me, but thanks fore sharing John

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Well not every product can be for everyone. Hopefully my next review will be more for you. Have an awesome day.

[@bongofury3176]

look at Scale Bulders Guild for gyro info. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHrch52Nh7CoqtU from 2.15 onwards also motor sizes are stated as 2 numbers - eg 36 50 - they are the sizes of the motor - diameter and length cant wait for my terminator to arrive...

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Thanks mate. I have already watched that video. He says one thing and then in a comment says the opposite. However, I tried every combination. Even a few unlikely ones. spent over 2 hours pressing buttons. In the end I had to stop or throw it out the window. :-) Maybe one day Rlaarlo will get back to me and we can find out if its my big chunky fingers or defective. :-) Thanks again and have an awesome day.

[@ronnyweinreich9425]

The best RC car, if you only own one? I the car, which is easy to get spare parts ans upgrades for. If you drive an rc car, things will break and need repair or replacement.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Which this car has. Easy to get replacement parts. However I've driven it HARD 4 times and no breakages or damage. Says a lot about quality. But of course any rc product can break and all require maintenance. A fact a lot of people forget.

[@ronnyweinreich9425]

​@JohnRobinsonRC it depends ob the location. I live in Germany and have no shop who has Rlaaro Products in stock. I have the same issue with my FMS FMt24, which is a awesome little truck, but I'm still waiting for over a month on my spare Diff and Lipo. 😕 The easiest to get parts for, is still Traxxas or Horizon Hoppy Products.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

@@ronnyweinreich9425 that I totally understand. But until Rlaarlo getting bigger as a company, we will have to order from China. There was a possibility of me holding stock in Europe for them but to organise it was too difficult for a single person. When traxxas, aarma and tamiya started, no local shop has all the stock. They grew into certain areas as they became popular. Average time from Rlaarlo is 3 weeks which isn't so bad. Maybe I'll buy a couple of cars and strip them for parts to sell within Europe. 🤔😁👌

[@SupraTompan]

We're many who have preordered them, but as you noticed, Rlaarlos customer service is flawed, to say the least.

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yes but what's strange is that it's so hit and miss. Some people have told me horrible stories and others have been so happy with the service. I think the biggest issue so far has been with the shipping times and shipper they choose. And as you know, shippers across the world offer vastly different service. I hope they continue to grow and produce great rc, but equally great customer service and they they aren't running with a few people on customer service. 😒🤔🙄

[@jekae61]

The car does look good but the company is just the worst. Worst logistics and customer service/support practically doesn’t exist. Ordered a month ago and nothing from them, no clue when or will it even arrive. You just pay and hope for the best, what a shame.

[@a-guy1912]

Rlaarlo is a.great company since they actually listen to what people say about the cars and they go out of their way to fix it

[@JohnRobinsonRC]

Yes I agree with you. My biggest concern is that they grow too quickly trying to make too many at the same time and then the quality decreases and they stop listening. Hopefully that won't happen though. 😊👍