Red Bull M-Sport 1/8 Rally Car from CEN

We have the new Red Bull M-Sport R/C Rally Car! Is it any good, and how fast is it? Today, we find out, plus more, bashing this rc rally onroad, offroad and gravel.
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[@karl-artureiskop4942]

For the first time I see our national rally hero's name stickers on an rc car, this is so cool, Ott Tänak 🇪🇪 and Martin Järveoja 🇪🇪, my heros.

[@88davidw]

Car looks great. Nice to see all these new rally cars 😊

[@joecole2318]

The drifting in the pavement was just awesome! The light gravel was cool to.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

CEN has fixed the issue with the body folding up and all future cars will include the fix. For more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oICmaH2BnZmZfNU -Brett

[@5ShotProductions]

Would you rather buy the CEN RC-car or the HPI WR8? Cause I do own the HPI WR8 WRX and am happy as I could be, but the RB M-Sport 1/8 Rally Car from CEN is a car I really like and probably will buy in the future (for my sons 🥴) 😉 All the best from Germany 🇩🇪, Philipp 👋

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@5ShotProductions WR8 is a bit more robust and heavier, and probably the better overall basher. The CEN is still a good car and it's so beautiful, but it's a notch below the WR8. -Brett

[@5ShotProductions]

@@AMain_Hobbies Thx Brett, I really appreciate your fast response 🙏 The funny thing, I own my WR8 Impreza for only 4 weeks, but already burnt 3 tire sets with the car 🥴 It‘s a Biest and I have so much fun with it 😍 And by the way, one of your videos about the WR8 Impreza was the reason for buying that thing cause 4 weeks ago I had bought my younger son a cheap RC Drift Car, so that he could find out if he would like it… Me after driving a few minutes with that thing -> „I need a new toy“ 🫣 So I started typing silly questions into Google, and then started watching a few videos about RC cars… Fast forward: I see quite a few videos about that HPI WR8 Subaru and almost every KZbinr out there had a blast with it. 4 weeks later and a few Euros less in my pocket I don’t regret the buy at all. I had RC cars when I was younger, the then new Tamiya Blackfoot and the Tamiya Super Saber 😍 But as you might guess, my RC driving “career“ was ages ago 😂 Okay, way too much info for you, I‘m sorry about that 🫣🥴 Thx for the always great videos and all the best, Philipp

[@lefthandscott]

Tomley RC encountered the exact same problem with the rear of the body folding up under the rear wheels. And... I pretty sure he had a screw missing somewhere too?? (Might be wrong) Good a thorough review guys. Love watching your videos. Just wish we had as much good tarmac and big open spaces in the UK! 🇬🇧 😂

[@jonnytalbot1371]

Thank god a company has brought out a rally body that isn't a god dam subaru 😂

[@DaneH64]

Hey now, the 22b/gc body style is my favorite 😂

[@DaneH64]

But seriously it's nice to get some variety, this thing looks sick

[@Veca_racing]

Finally!

[@jonnytalbot1371]

@DaneH64 🤣🤣 I do totally agree nothing wrong with a good scooby body but Mann!!!! Its been done to death 🙂 I'd love see a good lancia delta or escort cosworth again in 1/8..straight from the box 😆 glad to to see cen have done a modern day rally car shell tho 👌🫡🫶

[@falseneutrals1195]

Traxxas has the Ford Fiesta too and Carisma has an Kia Rally.

[@FarmerFpv]

Damn, like 50 other channels posted the review at the same time. They all say the same thing as if they are reading from the same script. 😂 I'd rather watch Brett unbox and send it. At least he is entertaining to watch. lol.

[@i.will.pulverize]

CEN car is set up better for tarmac stages even tho it doesn't have sway bars. However I remember that HPI had some optional firm springs and once installed on the WR8 with heavier oil, it was really good.

[@hashimrahman51]

The stock WR8 will traction roll like crazy on tarmac. I’ve put in heavier oil and springs to see if it helps. Haven’t actually driven it yet though.

[@i.will.pulverize]

@@hashimrahman51 I believe it came with orange springs and I put on blue ones

[@jerryvolpini7987]

When I saw 'CEN', I almost deleted the notification and carried on but glad I watched! I figured it was just another rally car but that body caught my attention and I was impressed with the specs. It's a really nice car, big and handles extremely well. Definitely need to upgrade the drive shafts and address the fit of the body. Plenty of RTRs suffer from QC issues, though (you should go over any RTR before running) so, not a big deal to me. Looks great out there and that body, freakin' gorgeous (and I drive a Subie)! Thanks for the review! 👍

[@AsurasWrath164]

Nice overview from you guys! Thank you very much, Brett!!!

[@user-vi4zp6ly6j]

When CEN is rolling out rally cars the rc world is doing OK. Thank you CEN for stepping out with some good fun to bring on the smiles for miles.

[@DashzRight]

With the amount of trimming you had to do, it makes me wonder, do manufacturers even test their cars? This seems like a fairly straightforward issue that doesn’t require very specific conditions, yet the body kept rubbing and folding inside the car….

[@joshuajkoplin]

I think whoever mounted that body mounted it a little too far forward. Couple mm back and it would have been good.

[@johnnyd3859]

Group B Class .. Bring it for RC !!

[@Bziiit.]

You drove that thing like a maniac

[@georgepapamichail1006]

Ok you will start a new fashion trend with that hat Bret !!! It will be named " Rc-ing on the field !!! " 😁

[@maxcurry9667]

The motor screws came loose. Typical CEN issues. Looks like a fun RC though.

[@georgepapamichail1006]

WRC !!!!! Simply beautiful .

[@strech5412]

Rally Australia in the middle of the vid. Maaaaaate !!!

[@thatcrazyguyjay]

Amain awesome love a Rally Wrc rc car. There bodys are epic and I just love them. Awesome video as always 👌😊

[@ReadySetRC]

Great review👍 Some minor QA issues but looks like a solid offering.

[@johnstevens7643]

Thank you so much for doing the WR8 comparison

[@richardbartlett6514]

Thanks for the the video

[@kevinsterrain3451]

Now this is my go to manufacturer

[@creamyhummus]

TWO rally cars and TWO AMain reviews of them in ONE WEEK?? I'm creamin' my corn over here!

[@spenn2007]

Glad to see CEN take a dive into the scale/performance scene. I'm preordering, i hope the minor concerns were addressed, and i assume there is a feedback session with reviewers such as Amain, Horizon etc.

[@alantaylor353]

Yeah, these are likely preproduction models & hopefully aren't representative of the QC standards on the production version. I've seen this one & Phil's one over at Tomley RC had missing screws, I'm going to watch RC Drivers video when I get a moment to see what his is like. 😉 😉 Preproduction & manufacturer demonstration models can be pretty cool if you can get your hands on them... There's an Ebay shop in the UK that CML Distribution uses to sell theirs once they've finished with them, they import Associated/FTX/Fastrax/CEN/Hobao & a few others I can't remember atm, I once snagged myself an FTX Outlaw with a red rollcage & unpainted body... I've never seen another like it, the cages only came in black or blue. Stay safe out there mate & best wishes from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🙏 ♥ 📻 🎮 🔋 🚓 🚒 🚑 🚐 🚔 🚕 🚖 🚗 🚘 🚙 🚚 🚛 🚜 🏎️ 🏍️ 🚤 🛥️ ✈️ 🛩️ 🚁.

[@jdsrcs8061]

Cool car!!! Brett you are rocking a cool hat witha killer comp stance!!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@joshuatam8975]

9:19 is its natural habitat lol

[@robertruiz9466]

Amazing review as always

[@TranceFur]

Very cool, I could see myself picking one of these up :)

[@gerardosoler8935]

Awesome review 🤙🏽

[@danielemulazzi1615]

SPETTACOLARE...bel video ... ciao dall'Italia

[@NelaRc]

It is like this I would buy it for sure all RC stuff needs tweaking from time to time so that is nothing I would be worried about but the time I get the chance for it all things will be figured out.

[@meirdeaph]

Awesome video 🎬📽 wickid cool car,great driving. I know crashings bad but even the slowmo wreck looked cool!❤❤❤

[@johnnyd3859]

Mic Loving it!!

[@soma_rc]

Some other review mentioned stiffer body posts could reduce body front-back wiggle and rear catching.

[@eriksrcs9730]

as a masive fan of ott tanak i aprove of therc car it looks gorgeous :)

[@iceberg_4o487]

This is going on my wishlist

[@zarakikenpachi820]

another proof that you get honest opinions here ❤ hopefully you will check out the new outcast 8s 🤩🤩

[@hashimrahman51]

The thing drifts beautifully on dirt.

[@midnitejmpr9429]

Once the QC and rear body problems get fixed, I’m getting one.

[@zonegamma8197]

Wow nice car GOOD VIDEO AS ALWAYS!

[@SuperScottCrawford]

"You are gifted" "What'd I win??" "Nada. You're already gifted."

[@paulguerrero972]

YES!!! 1/8th scale is making a comeback!!!! Time to get my Kyosho's out!!!!! (I'll get a CEN once they have a Subaru body!!!!!😁🤪😉)

[@longboardguy]

I love rally cars always watched the real ones on tv growing up. I am interested in this car it looks pretty nice and looks like a lot of fun on pavement!

[@TerraRyzin78]

Holy Smokes what a drifting machine ❤

[@adlersigrist3224]

Very nice😂 could you pls make a comparison between the wr8 flux and this one??

[@therchotspot]

Looks like Im gonna have to get it!

[@hyperc5249]

Great review. I pre ordered one. I hope they addressed the body issue before they ship the 1st round of cars out. Every youtube review has had the same issue. I like your breakdown of the car. Especially checking the WR8 wheels. I was ready to order an extra set. Now I know they don't fit.

[@krrr3255]

nice

[@1LACOSRC]

Looks like it rips!🔥💯🤙

[@davidrivero7943]

Smells like, Fun.

[@bohan9957]

Looks like HPI WR8 Flux is still the king in Rally cars.

[@kennethmeyers5008]

Very nice

[@babupranav]

Are those nubs on the chassis for mounting a chassis cover by any chance?

[@Veca_racing]

I need one!! 😂😂❤

[@johnskender4386]

love it. i'd like to tune my brushless supra to drift better but i might have to just keep it for speed and get this!

[@tristanstiles497]

Make it nitro and take my money 🔥

[@rcjoe406]

It sure does make a racket driving around 😮😊

[@joshuatam8975]

i must buy this now

[@borisviktory]

very nice 😊👍👋

[@minneapolismike6124]

Dooooope! 🔥

[@JS-vh4yq]

Nice looking car. Will there be CEN racing aluminium hop-ups available?

[@pomsrcadventures8482]

I saw somebody else review this car they had a screw missing and the body rubbed as well.

[@L2theWcarscoffeelife]

Looks like my Kyosho madvan very similar chasis btw nice hat hair at the end lol

[@bikeislife8405]

Brett, looks like you lost some weight! Looking good bro 🤙🏼

[@ll.7927]

Man I wish I had a track like that

[@thelonewolf3515]

Now do a Škoda Fabia Evo and I'll be all in! ❤ Very nice review, guys!

[@lineman1221]

Very looking car

[@ryanhuckins6669]

That's pretty badass I'll be honest I wasnt a cen fan but I think I need to own one of these ❤

[@soemardi8885]

Great looking livery, and i think they have simple chassis. How do you think compare that cen to other 1/10 rally car?? How long the wheelbase and track width??

[@blobcsgo7190]

Nice

[@dlmoRAGEgaming]

So far in 3 reviews on big rc channels. Every single person has the body shell getting caught up. One had a screw missing in the chassis, this one has bumper screws missing and motor mount come loose. Doesn't bode well for quality control.

[@cutterbacon]

Cen yeah like a cen. Just had a cen mini madness was awesome fun really.

[@dereklatshaw3017]

As an M-Sport fan that has been looking to add a rally car to the collection, this is probably going to take my money.

[@REPLAYRC]

I really like rally cars. I really enjoyed watching it. Great review! I'd like to make a video. Not long ago, I made several videos of Citroen C3 Rally by KM!👍

[@watson9897]

The body looks really good. I wish it had clear windows. Chassis looks decent.

[@WardenOfTerra]

Saying 'room for improvement' is an understatement when the suspension arm breaks instantly after an impact. They need to use composite material on the suspension, not standard ABS. The price is insane for how cheaply it's made.

[@memkoe8651]

make xrt and xmaxx video near the sacramento river strip of sand and all the locations you guys used for the cen redbull car apart from the track cuz its too small

[@gmax876]

I will get version 2

[@Rc-Jg]

Now there's a lot of rally rc's it's really making it hard to choose one 😅

[@davidmorris4142]

Whats the best way to clean these cars? Compressed air can to blow all the dirt and dust off ?

[@DhatLex]

I’ve always wondered if the aero’s functional

[@paulc2007]

every review ive seen of this has the same body issue, are they planning on doing a revision 2 of this, as im surprised they dont test these things before sending it out to buy, also on a side note ive not seen this answered in this videos how long does the battery last when using this fully charged, an hour longer or less?

[@Grim_rc]

I have a request for a next video.can you do a review on the Spektrum pro basher batteries?

[@J.e.f.f.r.e.y]

So cool… Sick body… Mirrors won’t last long.

[@user-jz5gj9zq5p]

We're to buy out yet? Sick I need a rally car

[@scottdashnaw2345]

Why don't you guys have a test track ??

[@RcOffroad9513]

We need to start an 1/8 scale rally offroad class. And build special offroad coarse for them? 🤷

[@robertruiz9466]

This vehicle was made for hard pack clean surfaces or transition surfaces hard pack to asphalt the true rally is the hpI Racing WR8

[@BlackThunderRC]

Look like MOD 1 gears to me and not 32DP 3:32

[@cyrusshellard3905]

Thought you were gonna compare it to the WR8??

[@davidgoodrich1258]

After watching this is evident CEN doesn’t test their cars.

[@kevintaylor1626]

Were the later videos on the track etc on 2s or 3s? Could you just not raise the body a little in the rear (longer body posts maybe) I have been looking for a decent RTR rally car really wanted 1/10. I’m guessing this may be more stable at speed being larger and wider? Great review!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

All the running footage was on 3S. For the body, we didn't try raising; that may help? Not sure. -Brett

[@scottdashnaw2345]

Now I see it lol 👍

[@Utube2Itube]

For 3s batteries, what capacity will you be able to fit in that compartment?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I think we used 5000 or 5400mAh 3S batts and they fit fine. There's quite a bit extra velcro for chunky packs so it should fit really thick packs ok. How big exactly though, i'm not sure. -Brett

[@cavemannnn2000]

Hey, i use to build these things when i was like 12. (35 years ago) can you suggest a car/truck that i should get these days. also looking for a long run time....

[@thebunskins2385]

Start looking at nitro or gas

[@OksitusRC]

just get an 8s xmaxx and have fun.

[@InstrumentvanVrede]

I want a citreon xsara body.

[@fdrc-modelsport]

Hi! The wheelbase is 300mm like HPI Wr8 flux?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Close, says 11.65in (296mm). -Brett

[@meticulous_rc]

I think if we’re spending close to $500 on an rc car then there shouldn’t be any screws missing and things should be tight. You kinda just shrugged it off. Every review I’ve seen on this today the car was missing screws. If they’re charging almost $500 for a car they should be having someone check them over so screws aren’t missing and loose everywhere.

[@fromthebackofmymind]

West Coast, Brace your selves for the Hurricane.