Arrma Gorgon first look; in-depth overview!

[@drewc7389]

2wd monster trucks ARE R/C to me. Growing up with the Blackfoot, Monster Beetle, Big Bear, Big Brute, Lunch Box, etc...these are what most remind me of the fun I had back in the day. Anyone can take a 4wd and blast it around, but learning the limits of a high COG, 2wd monster truck and driving it well is a great challenge and loads of fun. I definitely see myself grabbing one of these at some point.

[@HaydadRC]

Hey Drew!👋 I couldn’t agree more! Growing up with those 2wd Tamiya’s were a blast! I love running 2wd vehicles! Thanks so much for watching, have a great day!👊😊✌️

[@guymarotta2596]

That is NOT what I asked!

[@HaydadRC]

@@guymarotta2596 check your original comment, I did answer it- 12mm

[@AdventureTimeRC]

Man Jeremy mine still hasn't showed up at the hobby store hope it comes in before its no longer a new release lol I like it to

[@HaydadRC]

I was worried I was going to be late to the show as some folks who didn’t preorder were starting to get theirs!😂 Hopefully yours comes real soon!🙏 Thanks Brent!👊😊✌️

[@ShenRC]

Looks good HD! probably going to be the best 1/10 2wd monster truck out, I think it will be better than the stampede and the esc one for sure! Have fun with it guess we will have to wait for the run with all this crazy rain we been having!

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Steve!😃 I agree; this truck sits quite a bit lower than the Stampede and I’d think it’d drive a bit more stable because of it! Hopefully we can catch a break in the weather this weekend and get the run video done! I appreciate you checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@ThompsonRc]

Awesome review of the Gorgon i was wondering how much it was like the granite voltage its nice to see its different

[@HaydadRC]

Some similarities but many differences too! Thanks a bunch Will!👊😊✌️

[@riffraffsrc]

Hi Jeremy! How are you brother? Wow! That's a cool truck! I love the look of that! Can't wait to see it run. Looks amazing for the great price point! I absolutely agree 100% about lower priced models having their place, the biggest part of my collection for years, was made up of budget priced stuff and I still have it and love it. Sure, I was fortunate enough to get some of my dream rigs, big 6s and 8s stuff but as you pointed out, they need a large area to run that I don't have. I have to go to a park or school yard to use my big ones, I find myself using my 1/10 and smaller here in my small yard and they are just as much fun as the big stuff to me and they get used more. I didn't even know about this one coming out, I'm a little out of the loop. Didn't even run any all summer because of not feeling well and weather. I hope I'll get out there next spring and summer. Looking forward to seeing it and great video! 😊

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there Riff!👋 I hope you’re doing well, it’s been awhile! I agree, the big and fast rigs are definitely fun but like you said, they definitely require more space! Hopefully we can catch a break on the weather this weekend and get a run in! Thanks for watching brother!👊😊✌️

[@riffraffsrc]

I forgot to mention, that this reminds me a bit of my kyosho rage 2.0. It is also a 2 wheel drive 2s buggy with big tires with no foams and 550 brushed motor. That thing is a flat out blast! I got such a steal on it. I got it for $78. Brand new from horizon shortly before it was discontinued and what a fantastic truck it turned out to be! 😊

[@HaydadRC]

@@riffraffsrc that was an awesome deal!😮

[@alantaylor353]

I think it looks amazing & I love 2wd RCs. They do take a little bit of skill to drive them well.... So maybe that could explain some of the negative attitudes.? 😉 😉 😂 😂 I'm definitely getting myself one.. An awesome review... THANK YOU.!!

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks for such an awesome comment Alan! I completely agree with what you said! I like the challenge of driving 2wd! I appreciate the support, have a great day! 👊😊✌️

[@RallyandTrail]

As soon as Armma released the promo on these I thought of you 😎 Haven’t watched the vid yet but will enjoy it on my break. Quite fancy one myself with a cheap brushes setup maybe? Nice work mate 👍😎🏁

[@HaydadRC]

You know me too well!😂 We might very well end up going brushless at some point! Many thanks Rob, I appreciate it buddy! 👊😊✌️

[@sparetimerc]

Jeremy that is a very comprehensive overview of the Arrma Gorgon. You are correct its not a revamped Granite voltage. I have to get things in order. But I will be picking one up(Black edition). I think it will be fun to build. Can't wait to see your first run of this vehicle. 👍👍👍

[@HaydadRC]

Hi Al 👋 and thanks for your kind words! I had a blast driving it! It’s impressed me so far!✌️😊👊

[@skeletorrc2583]

It's why I'm an Arrma fan. I love that Arrma is doing so much for the RC community. Their design team thinks of so much to offer for your money. I'm liking this truck and thinking of getting one. It will be nice to scale down for a minute. I have a Senton6s V3 Kratonexb6s OutcastExb8s I have tons of fun with but just scaling down for a breather now and again. This thing I like. Thanks for a great in-depth look at my new toy the dogs will be able to catch. Lol. You just got a new subscriber. #Arrma4life

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there and many thanks!🙏 Well said; scale down and take a breather! I’ve got a few faster rigs but more and more I find myself enjoying the slower ones. I agree, Arrma put a lot of thought into this one, and there’s a lot there for the money! Thanks again for watching, I appreciate your support!👊😊✌️

[@JF-RC]

Hi Jeremy, a gorgeous looking monster truck, a great in depth review. The Euryale is I believe again one of the Gorgons (a quick google search from me 😂, so not really intellectual 😂😂). Those body clips and body mounting system, is an ingenious idea. Do the drive shafts have a grub screw at the end, similar to the Typhon? I had to take those out and place a bit of threadlock to ensure they didn’t come loose, with use? I’m like you, I like the idea of those entry level RC’s and the value for money RC’s that us normal people can afford. It’s all about the fun, the amazement that such a model is controlled by us and it does what we input the truck to do. Sorry about the weather change, always ‘sod’s law’ new RC, weather closes in. 😊😊best wishes to you and the family 😊

[@HaydadRC]

Sods law….love it!😂 I didn’t see a grub screw there.🤔 I’m definitely all about rc’ing on a budget when there’s fun to be had, and after driving it tonight there’s definitely much fun to be had! Many thanks for your kind words John, all the best to you and your family!👊😊✌️

[@backyardr.c.channel4732]

Been in the hobby since 1985 had everything you can think of. x maxxes kratons etc. I had to buy one of these. The 2wd monster trucks bring me back to when i first got into the hobby with the tamiya blackfoots and kysho big brutes. Hope Arrma keeps this platform for many years to come!

[@HaydadRC]

Well said, well said! Anytime a 2wd monster truck comes out, I’m all over it! Like you said; it brings you back to your youth! Probably the same reason I’ve gotten heavily back into Tamiya in recent years! Thanks so much for stopping by! 👊😊✌️

[@rcarty419]

Super cool dude!! You so right about 2wd I mean my sons granite voltage is super fun to run. Do doughnuts at easily etc. Really beat for a lot of reasons. That being said a 4wd vehicle at high speeds def is a good thing. Have great rest of your week dude!!!!

[@HaydadRC]

Hey Arty!👋 Even in stock form, this truck is pretty awesome! Great bang for your buck! Thanks for checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@CarolusRex1346]

Very interesting review Jeremy, it seems like a very capable truck 👍🙂looking forward to a running video with it 😀🇸🇪🇺🇸

[@HaydadRC]

I got a chance to drive it tonight and I gotta say I was impressed!😃 Thanks so much Peter!👊😊✌️

[@BargainBashersRc]

The Gorgon is look great! I’ll be honest I was thinking of getting a voltage on Black Friday but now I’m hoping there will be a Black Friday sale on the Gorgon

[@HaydadRC]

I was pretty impressed by the looks of what you get for $139 minus battery/charger! I can’t wait to test it out and see how it drives! Thanks so much for checking it out! 👊😊✌️

[@WoodsUnknown]

That's one sweet rig Jeremy, anything monster truck and you have my vote. I love monster trucks.

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Mark, I appreciate it! I’m hoping this one’s a winner!👊😊✌️

[@tjvalentine223]

Great video! It was really the deciding factor in ordering last week! I ordered the blue version and can't wait to get hands on tomorrow when it arrives! Thank you for the information!!!

[@HaydadRC]

Hey TJ! I’m so glad you found the video helpful! Get ready to have fun! Thanks so much!👊😊✌️

[@mauriciobuitragoosorio230]

The problem with Arrma models is that they launch a product and it is on the market for a short time, then they discontinue it, perhaps they are resistant products; but compared to traxas stampede slash rustler 2wd brushed motor they have been on the market for a long time and do not change their configurations, it means that there are spare parts and supports on the market, the question would be if in 5 or 10 years the gorgon weapon will still be valid ? 

[@HaydadRC]

It’s an excellent point and at this stage we can only hope there will be parts support for this model. Hopefully the Gorgon does well enough that it remains viable for some time to come! With that being said, I will always keep my Stampedes, Slash, Bandit, and Rustler I the fleet for the reasons you mentioned. Thanks so much for watching!👊😊✌️

[@ironj100]

Two WHEEL MONSTER trucks ARE THE WAY. They are more fun to drive 2WD monster trucks are great.

[@HaydadRC]

Preach it!🙌

[@machinedred]

Hey jezza thanks for the only good review I've found so far on strength etc ,exo did a good job showing gearbox but I needed to see the arms and knuckles and steering detail for strength I plan on getting a roller and going 3s bl

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there 👋 and thank you! I really appreciate that comment!! 3s should be wicked fun!👊😊✌️

[@BigDumbMeRC]

Lol s.l.jackson in the sequel to the hit blockbuster snakes on a train, 'Snake on an RC!' Coming soon to theaters near you

[@HaydadRC]

😂🤣😂🤣 Good one!😂🤣😂🤣 Thanks for checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@rexrcs]

i feel its a great competitor to the stampede, and I like the closure for my son, the mid motor layout should lend to better steering than rear motor layouts. thanks for sharing

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks a lot Rex! I think this one might be a bigger hit than expected! I’m thinking it should be a pretty good driver! I appreciate you checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@RCRoads]

Great job going over the Gorgon. It actually looks well constructed. It takes a beating and with a brushless upgrade it's actually a very respectable RC.

[@HaydadRC]

It sure put a smile on my face while running it! It drives pretty stable for a monster truck! We may end up going brushless down the road a bit! Thanks for checking it out and for your kind words!👊😊✌️

[@RCRoads]

Your most welcome. Keep making more videos on this awesome RC. 👍@@HaydadRC

[@RCRoads]

@@HaydadRC Your welcome. You have a great 1/10 scale RC with the Gorgon. From what I can see going brushless is a breeze and it will probably hold up well if your not driving to crazy.

[@robertojauregui8489]

Awesome video ! Can you do a comparison video with the Acx Axe !! ?

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there!👋 I’ll see what I can do! Thanks for watching!👊😊✌️

[@bkfracing8025]

Great rig I got mine yesterday 🏁

[@HaydadRC]

Awesome! Did you get a chance to run it yet? Thanks for checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@herbieRCpaints53]

Excellent review Thank you sir 😀😀

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there 👋 and thanks a lot Herbie! I appreciate it!👊😊✌️

[@mattiasrc]

For sure looks like a fun monstertruck, sounds like pricepoint is ok too for what you get. Hope the quality and durability is as good.

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Mattias! I’m hoping we can answer that question this weekend if the weather gives us a break!🙏 I appreciate you stopping by my friend! 👊😊✌️

[@mattiasrc]

@@HaydadRC same shitty weather here, rain rain rain for months :(

[@guymarotta2596]

Are the pinion and spur gears 32-pitch?

[@HaydadRC]

Yes!

[@Joercgarage]

Can def relate I’m not that big of a you tuber that gets free cars left and right I have to buy all my rc with my own money and I also noticed the hate this truck is getting this is something that I can get for my son not break the bank when everyone converts to brushless and I see it still holds up might be worth picking up specially for the great price point it has

[@HaydadRC]

Hiya Joe!👋 I can say after driving it tonight, I’m super impressed! I’m all about having rc fun on a budget and the Gorgon fits the bill!😃 I’m very thankful you stopped by and I just subbed you!👊😊✌️

[@Joercgarage]

@@HaydadRC thanks bud I’m glad I found the channel👊🏻

[@HaydadRC]

@@Joercgarage 👊

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

I like the body, I like the tires, and wheels, hopefully the gear upgrade on these over the voltage holds up to bashing. Tge rear driveshafts definitely look like a much better setup than the voltage. I still wish they would’ve made it 4wd, but after you saying that, I have to agree all my 2wd monster truck Tamiya’s are a ton of fun. Maybe I just have bad blood because my voltage has been a lemon since I bought it from horizon fest last year.

[@HaydadRC]

Maybe I was lucky with my Fazon, I never had an issue!😬 I’ve got some high hopes for this one, hopefully we can sneak in a run this weekend! Thanks Thad!👊😊✌️

[@rc-dom-uk]

great over view . i’m definitely going to check this out 😊👍

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Dom! I think we might have a winner here!👊😊✌️

[@rc-dom-uk]

@@HaydadRC yeah a decent companion or rival for my 2wd stampede 👍

[@RCBirds]

Nice presentation Jeremy. This ceaned up chassis looking great and the body mounting system is very interesting. Tge only thing what's not so cool are the window stickers, but for the moey they do all in all a great job on the car.

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there 👋 and thanks Dirk! I agree, Arrma did a very good job on this one, I think it’s a winner!👊😊✌️

[@canuckchuck8836]

S. L. Jackson = "Snakes on a Plane" reference?

[@HaydadRC]

Excellent point!!!! I never gave a thought to that movie; nice!!! Thanks for watching!👊😊✌️

[@MauzyrockRC]

In depth review there today. Cheers!

[@HaydadRC]

Yeah this one went quite a bit longer than my usual videos! I appreciate you stopping by, have a great day!👊😊✌️

[@islandrc-duke1972]

awesome rc and great overview

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks a bunch Duke!👊😊✌️

[@guymarotta2596]

Do the wheels have 12mm or 14mm hexes?

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there! They’re 12mm. Thanks for watching! 👊😊✌️

[@JoevsRc]

Hmmm i am not sure about this one.

[@HaydadRC]

I know it won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but I’m really liking it! Hopefully I feel the same after driving it! Thanks Joe!👊😊✌️

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Jeremy, great overview my friend, you really got me interested in this truck! Such amazing value for money and a very well thought out design, lots of nice touches that you pointed out. Man, that tool looked like a ray gun! Now I gotta watch your first run video! Take care, bro! 😎👊👍

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there and many thanks Mark! It really seems like a lot of truck for the money! I appreciate you checking it out! 👊😊✌️

[@mikebianco7854]

Very good 👍🏽 video

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Mike, much appreciated! 👊😊✌️

[@ripriotrc4561]

I ran the hell out of that old phazon

[@HaydadRC]

It sure got a ton of use!😃

[@ripriotrc4561]

Great review

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Dave!👊😊✌️

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Great video Jeremy, and it didn’t feel too long at all. In fact you were very very thorough if anything, and I do appreciate that! I totally agree with you about this truck not being just a rehash of one of Arrma’s earlier 2wd offerings, but a more thoughtful and intuitive design for who and what it’s intended purpose. Not necessarily just a beginner truck, but also for any MT fan, and fans of 2wd rigs. I too like a rig like this. Wish I could order one now as we speak, but I have spent all I can spend on new Rc’s for the rest of this year. I really wish this had been released a month earlier! 😜 This is probably going to be my first Arrma ever, and I can’t wait to be able to buy one! Really awesome and well done overview Jeremy. I’m very excited for your run review on it. Have a great long weekend despite the rainy forecast!

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks so much Robby, I really appreciate it! I wasn’t planning on getting a new rig but for $139 I had to jump onboard and get one! Hopefully you can snag one soon!🙏 I’m real excited to give it a run, hopefully we can catch a break this weekend with the weather! I hope you have an awesome weekend too brother!👊😊✌️

[@mrphotofella7696]

My first r.c. Love was a tamiya lunchbox …. This looks like another want!!!

[@HaydadRC]

Hi there 👋 and thanks! Every rc fan should have a Lunchbox, they’re awesome! The Gorgon is a really nice truck! I appreciate you checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@AddamsPlayground]

Great overview of the truck. I have to admit I dismissed it a re-used voltage kits but it seems like they have done some work to redesign the whole thing and make it a much better platform. It is good to know they say it is brushless ready and it looks great. I had a Stampede as my daily basher for years so I am quite find of the 2wd monster trucks. The $139 price tag is very inviting as well! That is impressive for a 1/10th scale kit seeing as it is cheaper than most of the 1/18th and 1/24th scale trucks out there! I may have to take a second look at these!

[@HaydadRC]

There definitely seems to be enough changes that it warranted me snagging one! Hopefully I steel feel the same after driving it! For $139 I think it definitely can be a great gateway for newcomers and old fella’s like me as well! Thanks so much Addam, have a great day! 👊😊✌️

[@redbeardrc1452]

Great in-depth overview Jeremy! This looks to be an incredible value overall. ARRMA obviously reworked the concept of their Voltage series trucks into a VERY stout looking offering. One thing I love about ARRMA is they are constantly looking to improve their products (unlike that T brand whose 2wd lineup hasn't evolved in 30+ years, even though I still love those rigs). I hope it drives as good as it looks and has the durability to match as well! Excellent vid brother 👊🏻👊🏻

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks so much Mike! I agree 💯, even though I still enjoy my T vehicles, like you said, Arrma definitely strives to innovate their lineup and make it accessible to all kinds of enthusiasts! I appreciate the great comment brother, have a great day!👊😊✌️

[@All_RC_Fun]

Thanks for the in depth review and overview. It’s also great to hear your perspective and experience. Looking forward to the running video.

[@HaydadRC]

Thank you Trey, I really appreciate that! I’m hoping we can get a break with the forecasted weather this weekend and get it tested out!👊😊✌️

[@madsrcbuggy]

What a lovely video, buddy! Very well described and it is nice to be able to check one of these new rigs from someone I feel I know and can trust! And also big credit to Arrma to actually have it made available for "regular" KZbinrs just 3 weeks after it was announced, very refreshing! Monster trucks aren't really my thing, but I almost want to buy this just for the sake of supporting the idea of them selling something like this to us, and it seems like extremely good value for the money! I'm looking forward to see your run videos, hopefully you find a break in the work schedule and the weather to give it a well deserved blast, maybe even see how it fares on the track. Thanks for showing us this! Ha ha, Samuel L Jackson... Who knows? Could be...

[@HaydadRC]

Thanks Mads!🙏 It’s odd, I haven’t seen a video on this from any of the big name KZbinr’s…. That was the only S.L.J. I could think of!😂 I’m really liking what I’m seeing here! Hopefully we catch a break with the forecasted weather this weekend and we can sneak a run in!🙏 Thanks for such a nice comment my friend, have a great day!👊😊✌️

[@madsrcbuggy]

Hey Jeremy! I will be doing a some sort of recap video for 2023, and I will have a top 5 of new RC's, and this one will be my top spot... But I don't have this truck, so I was wondering, can I use a bit of your footage? Just maybe like 30 seconds or something? A few running clips and a bit of your talk, maybe?@@HaydadRC

[@HaydadRC]

@@madsrcbuggy if you can pull it off the KZbin video somehow, go for it! I don’t keep any of my old footage.

[@madsrcbuggy]

@@HaydadRC thanks buddy! I'm actually just going to point the camera to the screen on KZbin, that's about as advanced I am, ha ha!

[@HaydadRC]

@@madsrcbuggy you and me both buddy! 😂

[@ironj100]

This truck looks full on Rc and not at all toy grade

[@HaydadRC]

Agreed!👊

[@ironj100]

THIS TRUCK IS GOING TO BE A GEM FOR ARRMA

[@HaydadRC]

I think so too! Definitely a winner on their hands! Thanks for checking it out!👊😊✌️

[@ironj100]

@@HaydadRC I'm most likely getting

[@ironj100]

A gorgon