Arrma 3s vs. 6s. Which one to buy? Kraton 6s & Big Rock 3s RC Trucks Comparison.

Hi all
My friend Nick recently bought an Arrma Kraton 6s and so we went for a test drive along with my Arrma Big Rock 3s.
This isn't intended as a detailed review and is more of a run video with my initial thoughts on the 6s truck.
Hope you enjoy this.
I didn't include any prices as they are different depending on where you live and prices seem to be going up at the moment. I'm sure that Google will soon tell you :-)
Many thanks for watching

[@sakura_grx]

Thanks for the video! I own a 3s Associated Rival MT10 V2 and now thinking of buying used Kraton 6s V5 as the next step. I found MT10 was already going fast like crazy cuz it was my first propper Monster Truck! But it was not exactly big as a monster truck as I personerly thought or expected, so my never ending curiosity is now paying attention to 1/8 scale or 6s. I found your video very helpful because you compare the very similar 3s Truck with mine against Kraton 6s, which is exactly I want to buy. Even it seems you use the same 3S orange lipos (5200mAh one right? hahaha) which I do reagularly use lol I was not sure if it was OK to use 2 of 3S to drive 6s, but it was already here clarified. Luckily in my country (🇩🇪) a used Kraton 6s V5 is sold at around 320 Euros. I bought the brand new MT10 V2 at around the same price so to me used Kraton is very appealing. Even if I do not find it not suiting me, I might be able to sell it off again at aroud the same price where I buy, so it would not gonna be a finacial disater anyway;) You made me go for trying Kraton, so I appreciate you a lot!

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Oh yes I think that if you can get a used Kraton 6s for a reasonable cost then there are plenty of spares and upgrades available. Be useful if you can see what condition the gears are in before you buy. A friend of mine has the EXB version and he really likes it. It's a beast for doing jumps. I've got a 4s Kraton which is also very cool. Many thanks indeed for your great feedback about the video. Hope you find a suitable truck and have some fun with it 😁👍👍

[@UncleBobsRC]

Awesome video Pete!!! Agree, faster & bigger is not always better. However, if pure bashing, max air, top speed & crazy stunts is your thing, go for a 6S model. Have a great weekend my friend, ATB and stay safe, stay healthy!!!

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Bob. Yeah it does depend how crazy you want to go and how much cash you want to spend. The 6s is certainly a good bit of kit. Many thanks for watching my friend. Enjoy your weekend 😁

[@PapaP86]

I ended up picking up a Kraton 6S V5 after not having bought or used RCs much for about 10 years (had a Helion Dominus 10TR and Traxxas 1/16 Summit VXL back then). Recently kind of got back into with some cheap DEERCs on a camping trip with friends, then I got my on Dominus 10TR out later and it's in various states of derepair. I've done a good bit of work getting it running again, replacing the pinion and spur motor gears and the front end diff. Steering is just loose which appears to be the servo saver. May need to replace it or put a servo horn on since I did replace the servo itself years ago. Anyway, that made me want something more modern and that wasn't currently in need of wrenching so I decided on a Kraton 6S having watch a lot of reviews. I then bought an Arrma Big Rock V3 about 2 weeks after the Kraton and honestly think I like Big Rock more. The Kraton really does just seem like it's a bit too much, especially running in the fenced in portion of my yard with the dogs. Even in the bigger portion of my front yard (about an acre) you can run out of room relatively quick. Honestly not sure if I can just return it to Amazon at this point or if I need to sell it if I decide to. Still undecided on that, but if I can just return it to Amazon (along with the 6S and 4S batteries) for the full amount that may make the decision easier. The Kraton 6S is an awesome machine, but I'd probably need to find some decent locations near me to really be able to enjoy it. It's made me realize how much I think 1/10 RCs are really the sweet spot.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Interesting to hear about your experiences. Yes the 6s cars need a load of space to run and they are also a bit scary fast. My friend who owned that Kraton usually thinks that bigger is better but I agree with you that 1/10 scale seems about right and the 3s cars are plenty fast enough for me. To be honest we have a lot of fun running the Tamiyas around if there are a few of us. You can run them close to the people without worrying that you might break someone's ankles! Many thanks for watching and your great comments :-)

[@chowettgoes]

As I think you know I did go all in on 6s. I do really love the 3s chassis though and would have saved a few quid going that route. Breakages are common in my yard! My ideal would be a 4s upgrade to the Outcast. We wait on to see if one ever appears…

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Yeah what ever happened to those 4s cars? Be good if they did a rolling chassis version of the 3s cars and then you could chose 4s electronics if you wanted. Anyway yes the 6s cars seem great and if you don't mind a bit of mending and you've got a nice big area then ideal. Many thanks for your great feedback 😁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya Pete! Great to hear your initial thoughts on these monsters! The run and jump footage was very enjoyable, too! I think you are right with your conclusion, the 6S needs more batteries, more room to run and you have to be very careful where you point it! I wouldn't want to be hit by that beast at full pelt. I find the smaller trucks are easier to handle, transport and of course find somewhere suitable and safe to run. But there is obviously lots of plus points for the bigger truck, I suppose it's horses for courses. Glad I've knocked-off for the week, I've been struggling to keep going due to those pesky health issues, it's been a nightmare at work. Looking forward to a few cheeky pints tonight, hope you are doing the same. Have a cracking weekend, my mate. :O)

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Like I said... I'd pay money to see that go 12S!!!! 😳😳😳😁😁😁🙏

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Mark. Just watched your latest on the telly so I will head back over there in a bit with a comment. Anyway yes there is certainly a place for these big bruisers. If all your friends were running them then you'd want one too so it could compete. RC always fun so long as you run similar cars together. Sorry to hear that your health is still problematic. Yes take it easy with a drink and put your feet up. I've still got a bad back but it's a little better today. I've just had a pint of Waterloo Sunset from Drop the Anchor which was very nice. See you over on your video in a bit 😁🍺🍺🍺

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@PeteWylieRC Cheers, mate - ooh that Waterloo Sunset sounds lovely - hope the brewery don't get sued by the Kinks or Ray Davies!!! :P

[@PeteWylieRC]

@@MarkBryanRC haha, good point! Hey my mate Neil that you met, his dad's name is Ray Davis. I don't think he was in the Kinks mind you 😂

[@GTMatukka]

This one to buy, Big Rock 3S V3 :) Already on order.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hope you enjoy it. Thanks for watching 😀👍

[@RcNickster709]

Both are beasts. There is no doubt about that. But starting out? You're right, in my opinion. 2-3 s is perfectly fine to start. I think 6s is an upgrade for some one who has been at it for a while. Nice comparison bud. Thanks for sharing

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Nick. Yeah the 6s is getting quite serious. I can't even imagine why anyone would need the 8s version. I guess people just like a big beast of an RC car. Anyway 3s is enough for me. Many thanks for watching my friend. I hope all is well 😁

[@DustyFingersRC]

Prices have gone up a lot on Big Rock etc. Personally, I would agree with you on the size of the RC. I tried someone X-Maxx in the summer, I didn't know them but they said I could have a go. It was interesting to try but would need a massive space to really enjoy it. I think I am more partial to the smaller scale stuff. That's a great spot to go use the cars.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Damian. Yeah you definitely need to think about the area you are going to run on when deciding what size of RC to go for. I did drive Nick's Xmaxx last year and it also scared me a bit as it was a public place. Be great on a big 8th scale track. Cheers for watching matey. Best wishes.

[@markmerrin1606]

Perfect video for me mate.. I have the granite.. Santa Claus is bringing me a Kraton 6s.. my mate runs a 8s.. that is absolutely massive. Happy RCing👍🇬🇧😎

[@PeteWylieRC]

Ooh you must have been a good boy for Santa to bring you that. I'm sure you'll like it. That 8s one looks nuts 😮

[@markmerrin1606]

@@PeteWylieRC It's not as quick as the Xmaxx.. but they are both just so bloody big.. I like the 6s scale.. thank you for your reply..👍🇬🇧😎

[@rexrcs]

Sometimes (from experience) too much torque is badddd and breaks things sooooo fast 👀. However you cant beat how the big heavy boys and girls can be pitch controlled 😁 Great opinion video 👏

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Yes power does put stress on everything. The 3s cars seem crazy quick to me and I know how they work so will stick with them for now. Many thanks for your great feedback 😁

[@JohnDulio]

Super cool location in the forest and great cars 👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Yeah this is a great spot with the lumps we can jump over. Many thanks for watching and your comments 😀

[@rcreviews9894]

That was an awesome run Pete! You can’t go wrong with an Arrma, they are fun to drive and built tough, I’ve been looking at the Kraton haven’t pulled the trigger on it yet for the same reasons you mentioned in the video, maybe one day though 👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Yeah they are really good but the 3s range is enough for me right now. Many thanks for watching and your great feedback 😁

[@mrtambourineman6107]

Have u got ur kraton yet?

[@catcancrunch7260]

Nice review mate

[@PeteWylieRC]

Many thanks indeed. Best wishes :-)

[@TheBabbs77]

Yes, I have both and honestly, the 3s big rock is more enjoyable to drive and jump. We play tag with the both of them and the big rock is more nimble and quicker of the go.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Ah that's interesting to know. Yeah the 6s cars are brutally powerful but I think the 3s cars are the sweet spot of weight and power. I'm quite a fan as I might have said in the video. Many thanks for your great comments 😁👍

[@mrtambourineman6107]

Interesting, I was trying to decide between the 3s big rock & 6s kraton. I will probably just run it on 4s though, I wanted a the kraton for its size not 6s power.

[@islandrc-duke1972]

both are cool and great comparisons

[@PeteWylieRC]

Many thanks for your great feedback. Much appreciated 😁

[@TheHarlemShow01]

I started with the kraton 4s was wrong move for my first car to fast now I have the typhon 3s n love it even using a 2s in is fine

[@PeteWylieRC]

Yeah 4s must be a bit nuts in something that size. These 3s cars are plenty quick even on 2s like you say. Many thanks for your great feedback. Much appreciated 😁

[@JF-RC]

Hi Pete, hope you’re keeping well. What can you say about the kraton6S ! It’s a beast of an RC! Great footage and comparison on those great RC cars. I too am a fan of the Arrma’s, for fun and getting straight out there bashing, their toughness and the quality, they are certainly right up there. Great comparison video. Take care, keep well and all the best to you and the family. 😊😉😁

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya John. Yeah a lot of options available with this great hobby. All depends how much cash you want to spend and what areas you have to run them on. The good thing is that there is still plenty of fun to be had with the Tamiyas so long as you don't run them with these enormous heavy ones. I happen to know that the Tamiyas come off worst! Cheers for watching my friend. Best wishes to you 😁

[@RallyandTrail]

Nice one Pete 👍 Have a good one mate 👊😎

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Rob. Many thanks indeed. Enjoy your weekend 😀

[@mrtambourineman6107]

Thanks again for your take on the Kraton 6s - I currently pondering on buying a Kraton 6s or a Mojave 4s....anyone with an opinion on my choices?

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Ooh it's quite a big subject as you have two different styles of vehicle and two different chassis. I don't know if you've seen my videos of the 4s Mojave? I am loving it I must say although I did need to sort out the steering and esc settings and I've done videos about them. Other than that I think it is excellent. I only have the knowledge of the 6s Kraton from having a few goes of one and I've not actually owned one. I think that the RTR needs a bit of upgrading or you can get the EXB version and add your own electronics. They are great cars but bigger and heavier than the 4s line and so more expensive upgrades. You can of course get the 4s Kraton and Outcast. I do have the 4s Outcast and did a review of it. I think whichever you get they are great but just need some updates to make them better 👍👍

[@GintingTv12309]

Very good friend

[@PeteWylieRC]

Many thanks 😁

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Hi Pete!! 🍻🍻😉 That's definitely a BEAST!!! 😳😵😁👍👍😎 They can call it whatever they want.... But that's 1/7th or even 1/6th Scale! By measurement, SCX-10s are 1/9th, except Wraith, Yeti and Bomber, which are 1/8th. What the Hell Mate.... Go for 12S!!!! 😵😳😳😳 you're sure to break the 100mph barrier. Just be extremely careful where you point it! Have a great Weekend!! 😊🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Carmine. Yeah the scale is easy to work out where it's a model of something that exists but these things don't resemble anything so they are just making it up. I will leave the the crazy 12s cars to the likes of Kevin Talbot who seems to have plenty of cash to throw at such things. Many thanks for your great feedback mate. I hope all is well 😁

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@PeteWylieRC LOL 😆 I'm surprised that Kevin hasn't thrown 100 volts into something like that!!! 🌩😳😳😳😵🙏 Scale is relative on most of these things... But in Crawler Competition in the U.S. around 2008-10, the sizes got confusing and even gave some an unfair advantage. So we started taking wheelbase and Chassis length/width measurements, to break down Classes, except Unlimited, where anything goes. Unrelated....... I've got a DILEMMA. I opened this Channel on my phone, and had been using an old phone or my new Tablet ever since. I couldn't add my email address to my page. 😖😭 The "RC Elf" has contacted, and has been so generous with, nearly EVERYONE I know! 👊👍👍 He CAN'T contact me - unless he gets my email from Mark Bryan, or Christine or Uncle Bob. Seriously, you and Derek are the ONLY two I know who hasn't received a dream package.... YET. I'm SURE yours is coming soon! 😁🍻🍻 I buried This down in this comment, because I don't want to seem presumptuous! 😳 I don't think I deserve anything (NOT looking for sympathy!), so I'm not looking forward to anything. But just in case, I need to figure out how to get my email address on my KZbin Channel. Venting................

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Carmine. Sorry for the delay in replying. Anyway I have received the Volvo Hauler kit from the Elf and there is more to come that is on order so I certainly haven't been missed out. The Elf did ask me to contact Derek but Derek didn't want to participate in the Elf gifts for personal reasons. I'm not sure what criteria the Elf is using to decide who to contact but one thing is a channel that regularly posts Tamiya content. I was looking at your channel and you haven't put anything up for a while so maybe it's that. I don't really know to be honest mate but I guess that there are hundreds of Tamiya based channels on KZbin and he can't gift them all. Don't know if that helps. Cheers matey.

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@PeteWylieRC No worries! My Daughter had a problem, that disrupted my workshop!! 😖😵😬 Things are slowly getting back to normal. I'm building again!! The Blitzer Beetle is coming along nicely. 😁 I was frustrated when I waffled on about the RC Elf..... Incredibly, he contacted me HOURS after your last Comment!!! 😳😳😳 He's an incredible Guy, and I am now in the exclusive Club of his amazing generosity!! 😃😊👊🙏🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻 .... Teach ME to keep my mouth shut! 😜

[@PeteWylieRC]

Ah I'm glad that the Elf has caught up with you. Hope you get something nice for your collection 😁

[@calgaryrcaddict]

Agreed!! 👍🏻😃 Favorite one out of the 3s line up?

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. You know I think I'd go with the Granite if I was only allowed 1 3s car. The Big Rock with Granite wheels also very good indeed. Many thanks for your comments 😀

[@pokemaster2331]

Running my Granite Mega on 2S, it seems the perfect sorta speed for the local forest. Though it might have to go brushless

[@PeteWylieRC]

Yeah it depends how quick you want it really. They are certainly a bit nuts with brushless and 3s. Thanks for your comments :-)

[@pokemaster2331]

@@PeteWylieRC 7 months later, I got a brushless granite. You certainly weren't wrong, tried a "mild" jump on 3s, and am now waiting on new parts hah

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

Cool video Pete, although I myself just can’t get into Theses types of RC trucks buggy etc, obviously they have a place in the rc community. Great video though all The same

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi Andy. Do you mean any of the Arrma trucks or just the big 6s? Anyway I find that the 3s cars are pretty exciting and I can do the big jumps with them and leave the Tamiyas for the lighter runs. I hadn't thought of buying an Arrma until a friend gave me a go on his and then I was hooked. Many thanks for your great feedback my friend 😁

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

@@PeteWylieRC hi Pete , I can’t quite put my finger on what it is but I’m Just not excited enough by them any of the Arrma’s or big Traxxas rigs , I’d have a homon one and see if my mind would be changed but they all seem pretty soulless to me , maybe I’m stuck in my old ways ;) ha ha

[@PeteWylieRC]

@@andyrobinsonrc2480 I know what you mean but particularly the Granite always puts a smile on my face and you can bash the heck out of it. My heart is with the old Tamiyas but they are a bit fragile 🙂

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

Really good video comparison Pete 👏 I'm pretty much in the same place with my 3s vehicles. A 6s would be nice but...

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. Yeah and another thing I just thought of is that you need a bigger shelf to keep it on! Many thanks for your great feedback. Much appreciated 😁

[@barrysrcdump3557]

Great video my friend. Would I be able to access this place?

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Barry. Ah no I'm afraid the reason it's never busy at that spot is that it's very difficult to get to. There is a steep slope featured on the video and you need to clamber up that to get to the main bash bit. Hope you are doing ok mate. Haven't been out much of late as have had things on. Hopefully we can get out to Holmsley before too long. Will let you know. Cheers for your comments 😁

[@barrysrcdump3557]

@@PeteWylieRC That's a shame, never mind. Hope to see you soon. 🤝

[@PeteWylieRC]

@@barrysrcdump3557 yeah Holmsley is still the best place that you can run the RC's near to your actual car. All the other places I go are a bit of a hike. Yeah hopefully catch up soon.

[@bigpythons1983]

I didn’t want the exb version as this breaks I’ll upgrade to stronger parts I’ll agree it is a right old brute not far off the xmaxx to be honest

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Nick. Yes it is a big old beast indeed. Hope to get out again soon when my back is behaving itself. Cheers for letting me drive it. Much fun 😁

[@bigpythons1983]

@@PeteWylieRC any time mate you know that

[@robbrennanrc]

Hi Pete. I think if I went for any of them it would be the 3S big rock. As you know not a fan of Lipo so would def not want to mount two, one on top of the other. Great comparison and photography mate. All the best :-)

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya Rob. Yeah 3s seems plenty. I guess the 6s would be good if you were racing against other similar cars. Cheers for your comments mate. Hope all is well 😃

[@Selphfamily]

I have the 6s… it’s very expensive to maintain

[@PeteWylieRC]

Ah right so I guess the spares are pricey on it. The 3s spares aren't too bad. Many thanks for your feedback 😁👍👍

[@GTMatukka]

More Big Rock vids coming out?

[@PeteWylieRC]

Not anytime soon as I'm mainly playing with the 4s Outcast at the mo. The Big Rock may sneak into a comparison sometime 😁

[@mrtambourineman6107]

Im a bit worried about 6s being too much for me - i own arrma 3s vehicles typhon and gtanite but only run them on 50% or 75% so far.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Yeah i have stuck with 3s. I do drive my friends 6s cars sometimes but they do scare me a little bit 😬

[@mrtambourineman6107]

​@@PeteWylieRCsame - just too fast for me! Ruins the fun a bit. I really like the bigger size though, i might get the kraton 6s and just run it on 4s batteries 🔋 thanks for the great video , really enjoy your channel, ive watched your arrma 3s range vid at least 20 times! 😊

[@PeteWylieRC]

@@mrtambourineman6107 hey thanks for your kind feedback and views 👍👍 Yes a 6s running on 4s would still be fairly quick but not too scary. I must say I like the look of the new Big Rock 6s.

[@mrtambourineman6107]

​@PeteWylieRC yes the launch of the new big rock has added another, albeit pricier option. Another good thing about the 3s big rock is the price for what you get is fantastic 👌

[@mrtambourineman6107]

​@PeteWylieRC do you think the new Big Rock 6s will come down in price at all? Also, have does it compare size-wise to a Kraton 6s ?

[@monkeytrident]

What is a good arrma rc truck, for off road and driving on gravel, I would like to buy the unit second hand, and with all the accessories i.e lipo, balance charger, receiver, brushless motor and ec, I would like to spend £400, can anyone offer me any recommendations, I got offered a Arrma vorteks 3s with everything except the balance charger for £250, is this a bargain, let me know you guys feed back many thanks.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hi there. I did a video recently called Arrma 3s buyers guide which you might find helpful.

[@monkeytrident]

@@PeteWylieRC ok thanks I will check it out, hey pete, can you help me find a charger for this 3s vorteks, a uk seller in ebay please.

[@rexrcs]

Yes, 3s batteries are so much nicer to our wallets haha

[@PeteWylieRC]

Yeah it depends how much cash you want to throw at an RC car. I guess one thing is what your mates are running as it's good to run cars of the same size. Many thanks for watching 😁

[@RCsoandso]

Its not Tamiya Tough though 🤣👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Ah no not that tough I'm afraid! Actually my friend ran his little Tamiya into the Arrma 6s at low speed and it broke almost immediately (the Tamiya that is). Always wise to run cars of the same size together. Cheers for watching my friend. I see that you have a new video up so I will be over there soon 😁