Arrma Vorteks 3S BLX Vs. Traxxas Rustler 4x4 VXL 3S | Brushless RC Cars RTR

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[@jerryvolpini7987]

Arrma continues to up their game and are really gunning for Traxxas! Nice to see that Arrna listened to drivers and included the AVC - something Traxxas can learn from 👍

[@xWORLDxCHAMPIONx]

The limited edition rustler body with white arms/wing/roof skids is one of the best looking trucks to come out in the past few years in my opinion!

[@christiansrcs7789]

the new armor all day because the traxxas 4 x 4 vehicles have a very common problem with the driveshaft breaking and if you’re on a budget that’s gonna be a problem

[@jordansrc8483]

That’s exactly how I see it play out whenever I go to the hobby store, except after that the worker walks away and the customer is just more confused by the nonsense they just herd. 😂😂👍

[@RacingMason-ik1pu]

Same cause my guy knows his stuff😂😂

[@twinturbov8]

I remember I was gonna get an Arrma Kraton 6s, but the guy at the hobby shop said Arrma parts are hard to get by, so I went with the ERevo 2.0. A hobby shop that’s closer to me is always stocked on Arrma parts, so I’m a little upset that guy lied to me and sometimes wish I had that Kraton instead of my ERevo haha

[@Tireblaster]

@@twinturbov8 I used to have both cars, the Kraton 6s and the e-Revo 2.0. The e-Revo is the better car to me, because it is more durable on 6s and parts are way less expensive and easier to get (depending on where you live). Some Arrma parts are always out of stock and those are usually the ones that brake most (makes sense, doesn't it?). So be happy with your e-Revo 2.0, it's a great truck. I am still curious about the Kraton EXB though, but I already have way too many cars.

[@Clavitz1]

@@twinturbov8 he didn't lie though. Just in comparison to Traxxas parts they are harder to find.

[@twinturbov8]

@@Clavitz1 Yeah I guess so lol, probably the wrong use of that word

[@crs2221993s]

Cant wait to see the comparison video. Loving my granite 4x4 blx

[@dylannarkawicz5710]

Thank you for comparing!! Everyone says totally different trucks, but I know they are about the same, can’t wait till you drive both

[@TheUnknown714]

Great video. I also own the Senton. It loves to go through the stock tires very quickly if you street race. I ended up finding a used set on Facebook marketplace as replacements.

[@sadmancho]

Do a Arrma infraction vs Traxxas X0-1 video next.

[@jonathangilbert7003]

Not the same thing

[@TKO593]

Check out my V5 Typhon 6s video. It’s a XO-1 killer.

[@EKLYPS01]

I cant help but to say SHEESH... Nice PAD!

[@AllenBePro]

Ruster wheeley bar is weak and will flex into the rear of the body. Tears up the rear of the body quickly.

[@unclebob8419]

The Arrma is a no brainer choice, it's built for 3s and bashing. The rustler is an old platform built for a brushed motor and much lower speeds, it won't take the hits.

[@kenmastersmaster]

Stupid comment, as the 4x4 platform rustler, slash, stampede have been proven bashing kings for over 10 years

[@kenmastersmaster]

Then there's the hoss and maxx which can easily handle 4s

[@unclebob8419]

@@kenmastersmaster the Arrma is tougher, there's no doubt about it.

[@kenmastersmaster]

@@unclebob8419 bullshit. The shocks cry after sitting for a week, fragile arms, plastic gears I think you were deceived by a paid KZbin shill to think arrma is better when in fact they are not You get what you pay for

[@Stewss47]

Hi mark. 👍🇬🇧 you’re house looks amazing. 🤘

[@davidsapir3764]

Really cool video, thank you! Ordered the Vorteks today in the purple/pink canopy. Never would've thought that color scheme would look that good but wow does it pop nice! Can't wait until it arrives, it's my first r/c truck. Don't get me wrong, I'd be proud to show up with a Rustler too, I just like the Vorteks a bit more.

[@AMan29892]

Love the content. Keep up the great work

[@meda2ni]

Glad seein more ARRMA on your channel . How bout some 5th scale ones from Losi ;)

[@robconnett1794]

Mark always love your videos but the background music has got to change it's been a long time that you've had the same background music it's cool but after watching a thousand videos of yours it would be cool to see a switch up on the background noise

[@aggieaggie8277]

You forgot the “paid promotion” box on this video.

[@DOFIXERR]

I am so tempted to get me a Vorteks. Great vid bro. 👍

[@GreaseMonkey-zm2ex]

You should get a tape measure for the length and width comparison.

[@briandejong4342]

Great video. I am concerned about all the plastic on the arrma.

[@twinturbov8]

I don’t think you have to be concerned. A friend of mine has a Granite 4x4 BLX that’s completely stock and that things takes a beating! I own a Traxxas ERevo 2.0 and I’ve got a lot of respect for Arrma’s 3s and 4s lineup

[@High_Octane]

30mph sideways into a stop sign pole. just a crack in the outside body's plastic. kept on bashing. full speed forward into a curb. broke the bumper in a place it's still usable. Traxxas would have been in 3 pieces.

[@rcpete7055]

We can tell when the film is being peeled off the first time Mark! 😤😡😆 It's only cool the first time! 😉

[@bobthomas9403]

That ARRMA looks slick man!!

[@jhenderskin419]

I looked at both side by side at my local hobbytown, one thing I noticed about the arrma was it was significantly heavier than the rustler

[@johnbat1846]

Yeah arrma are stronger but the rustler upgraded is as good and the part availability is better on traxxas.

[@jeffbryner5355]

Those chrome wheels on the rustler are yuck! Lol it needs black ones. The rustler body looks better as well in my opinion

[@divifo]

Very great cars, so many things similar but also so different. Something for everyone. Good job and thank you. 👏👏😊👍

[@Kris_Kringle69]

There was a rumor of an updated Stampede? Will it happen, or will it be discontinued because of the Hoss?

[@gasolinediesel972]

Updated stampede would be most likely clipless body and that's it. I doubt that there will be an updated stampede. I mean there are people saying that there is gonna be a new 1/5th scale, and that there's gonna be an E-revo 3.0. All of these rumors are bullshit. The E-revo 2.0 is as good as it's gonna get, and a new 1/5 scale would probably be over $1k which is way too much for most buyers.

[@c.k.hobbyshop3351]

Nice comparison video 👍👍

[@mark-1rc502]

I’m no fan boy of any one brand , perhaps Losi if I had to choose.! However that said regardless of the speed of the vortex I’d still have the Traxxas rustler .

[@mikeovercash3991]

Ready to see that new video those comparisons

[@astridsactionrc545]

What is going to sway new buyers in the hobby shop is the price. Arrma is a decent amount cheaper at $380 compared to the Traxxas at $430. And $50 is enough to sway a lot of customers.

[@crbalch1]

agree. you can use that $50 on a battery

[@kenmastersmaster]

Nobody will be swayed by $50. The traxxas will have $50 more resale always

[@RCRitterFPV]

I just wish these were based on real trucks... for my "scale" itch. I stick to stadium trucks and buggies...

[@art.alagna.design]

2:35 ...uuhh! Wow! Oh man....there is a toy car in the box!!!!

[@Frank-st7ku]

Its nice to have different colored trucks cause for the new folks, it may be confusing having the same colors

[@tonythehitman1]

The older arrmas came with a cheaper controller that wasn’t specktrum right?

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Nice cars

[@stevenslatter8789]

I need to get another newer car wouldn't my either one of those two rustler and vortex. I may end up getting the senton. I have the original arrma granite mega 2wd and redcat landslide. Differently need a newer version of either traxxas or arrma. Can't wait to see the next video to make my final choice!

[@gmendoza66]

Merry Christmas! 😉😂

[@futuremotoringdetailcaraud7193]

I ALWAYS BUY IN TWOS one to run \bash and other to trailer queen it lol

[@wildbill989]

I got one of each I got my Traxxas first then I just got the vortex

[@cherandissanayake9530]

Traxxas Rustler have more aftermarket parts options... 😊I have a Arrma Vorteks 3s ... So I understand but fine by the stadium truck I'll go for Traxxas slash ultimate...

[@crazylarryjr]

No experience with the Rustler 4x4, but i have a Arrma Big Rock V3 (Black body). The changes I seen from my BR, is the esc (now spektrum firma, over the arrma BLX100). The radio (upgraded version with gyro type function), it's very possible they upgraded the servo as well, but not looked that deeply. yes the chassis is different (Mine has the Typhon/senton, Vorteks has the granite). But other than my longer arms and links (V3 BR not sure if others have them). physically the cars look the same. Which is good, because the BR can take a beating, I've hit nearly every angle getting used to this thing, including hitting a tree at nearly full blast and nothing has broken. Now for the big question, the Vorteks is 60.00 more than my BR was, Is it worth it? No experience with the Firma esc so can't say anything there, but the gyro radio would definitely be a gamechanger. It is in my plans to add a Gyro based radio to my truck the one i want is about 75.00 (radiolink RC6GS V2). so i do think the 60.00 is a good price for the upgraded radio. my BR was a good deal as it was, i expect this to be a good deal as well

[@fivespokesrc23]

Is there any racing class for stadium truck or it is just for bashing? Im always confused between stadium truck & truggy 😂 btw like always, great video mark 👍🏻👍🏻

[@deadzone3125]

There are races for stadium trucks but it's two-wheel drive mostly

[@paulrakis]

Vorteck blows the rustler away for cheaper price. A lot more durable and reliable then that's built a hell of alot better then crappy rustler. Plus you get that 2 year warranty from arrma did you mention that?

[@Clavitz1]

Others have said Rustler was more durable so I'm getting conflicting reports on this issue

[@paulrakis]

@@Clavitz1 yeah well remember volteck is made by arrma usually they make tanks. Rulster I'm sure it's fine but I was really referring to bashing. Arrma is best for that. But hey it's really your choice. I don't think the Rustler will survive a 40 foot lunch off a ramp but hey I could be wrong.

[@Clavitz1]

@@paulrakis ok. You seem pretty knowledgeable on this type of stuff so I have to ask this

[@Clavitz1]

@@paulrakis whoops I accidentally sent the last message too soon What I want to ask is that I want to find a car that will last for lots of years as my original Traxxas 2-wheel drive rustler has seen to have lasted. So I'm on the fence regarding the 4x4 version. I don't plan on doing anything crazy with them either. Been inching towards the Traxxas brand since I hear they don't do any major changes so I feel like I can keep their car around longer. So that's my dilemma if you could help me out

[@paulrakis]

@@Clavitz1 yeah will just gonna say stick to what you know. Ingot my son a 2WD Rustler last year and it's been holding up now pretty good just converted it to brushless cheap Chinese system works great. Of course he breaks parts here and there but very easy to replace. Jumping the Rulster high he already broke 2 chassis lol but yeah nothing you can't fix yourself.

[@pewterngold]

Rustler all the way. Looks better and is tried and true. Plus the Rustler has tons of hop up and upgrade parts to really personalize your rig.

[@CalebLawrence007]

Yess my guy Traxxas is just soo much better. Arrma just doesn’t have as readily available parts and as good costumer service as Traxxas. Yes Arrma is cheaper than Traxxas, but that extra money you pay when you buy a Traxxas is paying for the readily available parts, upgrades, and their great costumer service. Plus it is tougher like you stated.

[@High_Octane]

@@CalebLawrence007 ummm, my new senton had a small but still fine vibration in the rear diff. decided to call. sent me a new one overnight in the mail NO QUESTIONS asked. Not sure how much better customer service your looking for but Arma has it. just thought i'd throw that out there.

[@High_Octane]

@@CalebLawrence007 It;s horizon hobby. amazing customer service. they sell boats planes you name it.

[@twinturbov8]

@@High_Octane I will admit, both customer services are super helpful, but horizon hobby has better warranties

[@kenmastersmaster]

Seems like horizon will send people free shit Traxxas charges for everything these days

[@troubled_l_k8202]

Hi

[@troubled_l_k8202]

Love the vids should I get a mini b or mini t?? And what extra parts should I get

[@mlaslett1]

@@troubled_l_k8202 the buggy one it has a longer chassis and more room for brushless electronics

[@troubled_l_k8202]

@@mlaslett1 I all really know that

[@renukapuar3107]

i like the vorteks

[@bobbybanks1385]

Vortex fast too

[@williamsheets3484]

Great acting

[@thomasthetankengine7153]

Trying to see the rustler oh the tag's in the way 🤔

[@heat305rc]

actually Mark there is a bit of a difference my brotha. the price tag arrma vortek $379.99 Traxxas rustler $429.99

[@JG-oc9gc]

Thats not much of a difference. When you compare the features the traxxas is superior anyway. And just watch the whole vid. He says the price difference.

[@heat305rc]

@@JG-oc9gc $50 may not seem like a lot to some. And yeah he did mention it. And so far he has done nothing to prove that the rustler is superior than the vorteks. what features? he said that they are basically the same on that regard. Don't know how your making that judgment unless u have the unreleased vorteks yourself

[@JG-oc9gc]

@@heat305rc no, but but I have drove many arrma's and traxxas's, and the traxxas's just handle better. The arrmas are heavier and frankly are overrated. Also yes I have a friend who let me drive the vorteks for a few minutes.

[@Clavitz1]

@@JG-oc9gc how much heavier? Also I assume battery/fun life for each drive session is significantly lower? I'm on the fence for which one to get. The hobby store guy kept pushing me towards Arma and I've been out of the game for over 20 years. Btw I have an old 2wd rustler from back in the day if that matters

[@JG-oc9gc]

@@Clavitz1 I had a rustler 4x4 vxl and I loved it. The only problem was that the drive shafts and the hexes thst the wheels go into would break. I got the metal hexes ($12 I think) and just replaced the drive shafts and it was good. The rustler is a joy to drive and only 5 lbs, so I would reccomend getting the rustler 4x4 vxl, but be aware if you bash and have hard landings and stuff you will have to replace the drive shafts every 1/2 year. Traxxass are a lot easier to work on aswell. Just about 2-3 screws and you can change the drive shafts. My friend got the traxxas maxx about a year ago and he hasn't broken anything and he jumps and beats the crap out of that thing. If you are on more of a budget then get the rustlet 4x4 vxl with the 3s conpleter pack (1 x 3s with ez peak plus charger), but if you can spend more I would say get the maxx with the 4s completer

[@isaackshirley4695]

When the next comparison video

[@rickreetz1024]

The Armma has plastic ring and piñon in the front and rear diffs

[@CalebLawrence007]

Not a very good design

[@High_Octane]

Never seen one break. Amazing design. everything inside is steel.

[@kenmastersmaster]

Cheap plastic shit

[@CalebLawrence007]

@@kenmastersmaster yep

[@marcello2563]

Rustler

[@CalebLawrence007]

Yep

[@RACKzMx]

No competition! traxxas all day!

[@_beastmode_rc]

Ha sike

[@RACKzMx]

@@_beastmode_rc 226 subs 😂 I agree sike!

[@_beastmode_rc]

@@RACKzMx you have no subs bud, btw look my tiktok and Instagram 😉 75k on tiktok and 7k on Instagram 😎 goodnight bud

[@RACKzMx]

@@_beastmode_rc I’m not a KZbinr bud 😂

[@RACKzMx]

@@_beastmode_rc I’m happy internet numbers mean so much to you 🙄 sike 😂 I don’t live for internet numbers m. I just watch videos bud. Your opinion is yours and mine is mine. Don’t get so butt hurt about numbers Jesus!😂

[@slomango7927]

Love both brands but arrma on this hands down....and btw Traxxas customer service has SUCKED lately so maybe with your “clout” you can see what’s up with that. 🙏

[@gourobkundu2173]

In my opinion, the Rustler looks wayyy cooler.

[@gasolinediesel972]

I don't know. I like the rustler design better but I think the vorteks is probably a little more durable.

[@podnolej7784]

I have a rusler it is very tough.

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@podnolej7784 Driveshafts snap in half on the 2nd run.

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@podnolej7784 Shock shafts bend on the 1st jump. Shock caps pop off when you look at them wrong.

[@CalebLawrence007]

Nah dude the Rustler is much more durable, true it may have some week spots but put the Vortex through that same stuff and it wouldn’t fair as well.

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@CalebLawrence007 The only weak spot on the vorteks are the diffs, and they don't break very often. The rustler will snap axles and destroy shocks for days. Of course you're gonna say that the rustler is more durable. You have one in your profile pic...

[@cjsee9783]

please 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 stop the rapid fire name at the start of your video bro it really is rather off putting

[@philthyco1]

The traxxas fanboy got another Arrma so he can drive it like shit on purpose and blame it on the rig again lol

[@CalebLawrence007]

Nah dude Traxxas is much better and tougher.

[@philthyco1]

@@CalebLawrence007 In a pigs eye

[@philthyco1]

@@CalebLawrence007 Arrma is for adults Traxxas is for kids

[@s9lecomp]

@@philthyco1 "Arrma is for adults" sounds very mature, definitely not like something middle school fanboys would say to each other when arguing about which brand of expensive toys is better. Of course, adults act like idiots arguing about brand loyalty too so maybe you're right.

[@philthyco1]

@@s9lecomp I was just messing with the kid just like how I'm messing with Mark ..Take it easy now lol

[@jaidenracing7890]

My dad and I have watched a good 50+ Videos JUST YESTERDAY, We love you brother and we hope to see you soon at an event :)

[@SoulciaLight]

Wow!!! Curious, which one has been your favorite?

[@jaidenracing7890]

@@SoulciaLight Nitro Blast brought some great vlogs, same for the Swap meets, and the Rc tip videos. All of his content is so good though :)

[@markkumollari43]

Nice. Noticed the fans on the Arrma Vortex which I find are a must for the Rustler on 3S and I heard it also comes with vented tires. It's about time they started doing that from the factory. Stay safe. 🇨🇦👈🤠

[@High_Octane]

pay more for less with traxxas always.

[@Gabe_Colon]

1:02 Ok, this is funny 😂

[@schaerr]

If they sent it to you, you have to put the "product placement" tag on 😉

[@SpicyBurger]

Dude that was a great retail person impression! I hope we see more of that.

[@chrisregister8021]

$50 more plus another 50 for the fans, 15 for the shock caps... when they added the avc to this they eliminated the contest...

[@CalebLawrence007]

These are both great cars, but in my opinion the TRX Rustler is better because parts for it are more readily available it is much tougher and durable and is slightly faster but has the same amount of acceleration as the Vortex. Great video! 👍🏻

[@theskeptik1]

If it’s anything like the Slash Senton the Vortecks should be more reliable than the Rustler.

[@Artificial_Dopamine]

@@theskeptik1 exactly people are brainwashed by trashxxas

[@maszkalman3676]

@@theskeptik1 Vorteks is't more reliable out of the box arrma gives you the bare minimum parts the wekest they can put it in and never in any edition they give you matel parts on the lwoer end cars ever. If someone shows you their arrma trucks with metal parts in the 2-3s line they are lying those are optional parts comes if you pay extra...

[@BlakeBeardsley]

I quit nicotine back in January and I went a little crazy with trying to distract myself. One of my new distractions is rc cars. Have watched a bunch of your videos and enjoyed them all. I bought a Maxx a little less than a month ago. Unfortunately the ESC went out and so my local hobby shop has sent it back to traxxas. Bought a 1/16 revo to amuse myself until the Maxx was ready to bash again. Just wasn't enough, so last night I got a Rustler 4x4 vxl. Great timing for this video! Lol. I'm loving it so far. Running on 3s and it zooooooooms! Anyways, thanks for all your great videos! Been a quite helpful and educational distraction.

[@strider5795]

Praying that you stuck to it man.

[@catts.t.m7304]

talk about how the Arrma vorteks has a esc and a motor fan and its cheaper! the traxxas rustler fans cost about 20 dollars for the esc and motor for about 40 dollars plus tax more!

[@High_Octane]

He won't dare give Arma the upper hand. he a traxxas fan boy.

[@kenmastersmaster]

Because arrma still makes cheap plastic trash

[@davidreed3724]

You need to keep your Christmas tree up... You are opening new R/C's like a child at Christmas all year round lol. Keep up the great work!

[@BLBADVENTURES]

Always brining the heat. Another awesome video

[@jrc-fabs1634]

Sorry haven’t been here in a while but super great video!!!!!

[@V8chump]

After seeing rich duper bash and rcdude I really wanna pick up an arrma car and put some of the crazy aftermarket parts on em. So many amazing upgrades for the other 3s cars

[@unorec1983]

hello

[@Stewss47]

They look like proline wheels.

[@cherandissanayake9530]

Traxxas Rustler 4x4 vxl is much more better than Arrma Vorteks 3s... I mean upgrades Traxxas have much more aftermarket parts then Than Arrma ... You cannot put Sway bar kit on The Arrmar Vorteks 3s... That's really bad... Why I am telling you this because I have one so now I am thinking to go and buy a Traxxas products how much more better

[@dylanwhite6539]

They’re now $30 apart. I had a big rock and honestly while it was the best ARRMA I’ve had, it still sucked. The ARRMA ring and pinion are plastic so that’s another 60-80 in the ARRMA. I also love center diffs which you can only get in the traxxas, and the ARRMA 6s cars where way more annoying. Traxxas just keeps life simpler for me

[@robertlongley9153]

Good video nice side by side

[@joserobinson8419]

These days most manufacturers copying off each other no surprises people will still buy them 😳👀👍🚗💨💨💨💨💨💨💨

[@jakemorkel509]

My best and favourite rc youtuber! Keep up the cool vids Mark💪

[@dave948]

I converted my granite to 6s and the stock diffs and drives shafts are still holding 6 months later if the vortek is built with the same parts as the granite things going to be a rustler killer lol

[@Fredward1986]

I came to the vid because I heard the vorteks has a plastic diff ring gear and pinion. Your granite gears sound incredibly tough! Do they all have plastic diffs? www.arrma-rc.com/part/AR310872

[@dave948]

@@Fredward1986 not sure lol haven’t needed to open em up on arrma site it says all metal gears but in the picture it clearly shows a plastic piece so uumm yes???

[@dave948]

@@Fredward1986 yup that’s the one it shows in the picture one their site guess it does have plastic but I’ve had no problems so damn good plastic I guess lol

[@Tegridy_Rc]

This is the kind of review I was looking for!

[@jacobaguirre7380]

Same

[@ptpbarry]

As long as you like the Traxxas. Getting an good Arrma review on this channel won't happen.

[@JG-oc9gc]

@@ptpbarry a review already has happened

[@ptpbarry]

@@JG-oc9gc you didn't read. I said your not going to get a "good" review of Arrma on this channel. If you haven't caught on how heavily biased to Traxxas he is, your blind.

[@JG-oc9gc]

@@ptpbarry I know how traxxas biased he is. Its kinda hard not to be when he has the flagship store 5 minutes away. Plus traxxas vehicles are superior in many ways, including being lighter and easier to carry, being easier to work on, superior steering assist, and they are just more fun to drive.

[@mustangxxmatty3106]

you cant compare .. arrma has plastic diffs which is disgusting for the price..... traxxas takes way more of a beating ... arrma puts out a trash car super late

[@DeRock401]

Ok team arrma but the rustler is better here imo.

[@Rcguyankid]

Never been a fan of traxxas really, most of their models are ugly.

[@cargatube4473]

Great review of both of the cars man love the videos you put out

[@dirtyrivrc]

Firstly, thanks for the side by side. Been waiting to see them together. Secondly, I just took down the tree this past weekend because my girlfriend well fiance, kept saying she would... I've been hearing that since February 2nd...

[@SoulciaLight]

😬😬😬 guilty!

[@bobthomas9403]

Stadium trucks will sliders on the roof? Definitely not what I grew up with...

[@twinturbov8]

I see lots of interesting comments here haha. I love both cars and companies, but I think I’d go with the Vorteks over the Rustler, even though I own only Traxxas at the moment.

[@twinturbov8]

@j z Traxxas does have great qualities. I own an ERevo 2.0, TRX6, 1/16 ERevo VXL, and Spartan. All cars are currently working and I haven’t broken them in the past month. Though I do want to try an Arrma, I might change my mind on the Vorteks since my friend picked one up a month after release and it’s a literal lemon

[@twinturbov8]

@j z I was only having countless issues with my ERevo at first because I had no idea what I was doing and kept beating it up without knowing how to fix it. Now I’m more knowledgeable and can completely tear it down and put it back together and haven’t had many issues since then

[@fakenbacontaken6820]

Biggest difference, price Arrma is $379 and Traxxas is $429. I rather get the Arrma since is new technology, traxxas is still running the 10yr+ electronics. Blah to Traxxas don’t get me wrong i love my Traxxas i have over 10 vehicles from them. Great video Mark🔥💯

[@kenmastersmaster]

What new technology is in arrma? The 4 pole vxl3s came out like 5 years ago. Do some damn research

[@fakenbacontaken6820]

@@kenmastersmaster lmao, 5 yrs my point exactly. Trust i like Traxxas and own quite a bit.

[@kenmastersmaster]

@@fakenbacontaken6820 nothing outdated about it. The arrma electronics are 10 years old and the design is 20

[@davidsosa5185]

A little bit late, but made it 😆

[@wakko6965]

send me these body traxxas friend !!!!! LOL

[@Watermoehlen]

That rustler body is pretty sick

[@timflanagan2108]

LIAR.....LIAR

[@dylanvlogs5745]

Bias towards traxxas?

[@cuongandmari]

I like the Rustler better.

[@josue24]

Arrma > Traxxas

[@rcjunior888]

Nice video man! Am thing to sell my stamp 4x4 vxl for a Hoss. Should i got get it? I kinda dont like the stamp 4x4.

[@dustingallas2009]

The only reason why I watched this vid was too see if there was any competition to the Tekno Et 410. Love my mini truggy

[@carscoffee5263]

You didn’t compare the electronics specs...

[@adrianbernardo202]

Congratulations Mark Santa Maria!! You are the first RC blogger that made a comparison between Rustler 4x4 VXL & Arrma Vorteks 4x4, I try to ask other RC bloggers but, no avail. #FaceoffOfTheBashers