Axial Wraith 1.9 - Instant Favorite!

[@cesco_rc]

I like how Axial looked at all the mods that have been done and transformed that in this Wraith 1.9. Great review as always Josh.

[@sudsrc8261]

okay that pop up hood with engine cover is pretty badass I must say.

[@ArielsSmartyPants]

I think this truck stock (as light as possible) is perfect. Start making it heavier and adding too much power (brushless) and it's going to suffer (bendy plastic,axle stretch, gear slippage). Buy it, drive it, love it.

[@hemistormrc]

I have your box and you have mine!

[@cesco_rc]

It is a orange thing isn't it? I gues they send the orange one to the Dutch guy. 😋

[@dirtberger4533]

You guys should trade body's.

[@dirtberger4533]

Love it, I am going to revive one of our old Wriaths Do a Axial/Horizon tribute build. Really like what they did👍👍🏁🏁🏁

[@bigchungus-oj8zz]

I totally dig the black version! I love competition orange, but the Black is SICK. and WIcked!

[@souledoutrc8174]

This is probably the best Axial release till this I’m loving this release best is yet to come

[@lotusrc9255]

I just bought one this morning. So glad they came back in stock

[@meadowlarkgal23]

Thank you for your evaluation of the Wraith 1.9. It means a lot coming from someone with your RC expertise. I love the scale details and have no problem wearing out the stock parts before ANY upgrades. Glad to hear that there is a Spektrum receiver in it too! I recently purchased a DX5 Rugged transmitter to program my growing RC car collection.

[@stpbasss3773]

I work at Casey Currie's shop, I got to look at it hands on yesterday and I'm really impressed it's very nice and I love the new centered pumpkin.

[@marcosdo995]

I have a 1.9 wraith , And this is way better option with all the improvements of the new chassis , its Timmy tucked , uses scx10 skid , has better geometry And a good battery tray , you can use a standar link..etc , i really like this new trucks And all people that only hate It its because dont know all the cons of a old 1.9 wraith. Very good video Harley 👍

[@peterrcbasher]

Do a wraith budget build with mat!!! That would be AMAZING

[@voodootrucker]

Oh man i haven’t even got my TRX-4 Blazer yet and now i want this flat black Wraith too...

[@scalebuildersguild]

That's not funny Josh, I'm adjustable to reduce slop.

[@bigchungus-oj8zz]

Home Run Axial! I knew you do something GREAT!! Thank for review. Love the depth of your knowledge, A true Pro, per usual!

[@ethanrobinson9813]

Dude that thing is awesome I want one now...

[@jps3903]

Great, now I need a 1.9 wraith.

[@neitoRC]

Will we see a Raw Builder's Kit version of this?

[@xr70man]

Now that would be cool

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

DEFINITELY!

[@medievalpossum6504]

I really hope so

[@greggk1061]

It will be a long, long wait. But I'd buy one.

[@johnnysix7162]

bought mine last night!, with 15% off i couldn't pass it up. been wanting one really bad because it just looks so damn good. i nearly bought the new 6x6, but decided to hold off until i learned a little bit more and give the aftermarket a headstart.

[@RCTREK]

Definitely picking one of these up.

[@RevolutionX]

Looking forward to this one. I hope they have a kit version as well!

[@quadproper]

yeah! a real kit version without electronis, shocks, wheels and not only an unpainted body ;)

[@kyleross1214]

Love it! This will be a big seller I do believe! I'll definitely be adding this to my fleet!

[@patrikmoller3643]

I'm a huge fan of the Axial Wraith, I have one of the original kits and it have many trailruns behind it, I love the Wraith platform and I've always felt that it where more of a scaler than the SCX10 or similar due to the way it's built with the cage. I've been a bit worried that Axial where going to drop the Wraith since it haven't gotten any updates for so long and it seems like people where forgetting about this awesome little machine so I'm really exited to se this even though I'm not to sure about the looks of it with the body but that's an easy fix ;) It's also very nice to see you, Hemistorm and many others being exited about the new Wraith, giving it a better chance of surviving. However, I where trying to decide between the Redcat Gen8 kit and the TRX-4 kit and now all of a sudden I get another choice, just have to wait for them to release this as a kit as well :)

[@andrewp.1556]

I'm still rocking my 2.2 Looking forward to seeing your review after running it.

[@DanSavine]

Hope they bring a kit out for this and is it a new design skid plate or scx10 2 design?

[@STEVOD313]

Wow today is definitely the new wraith's day, this is like the 4th vid ive watched on it today lol

[@greggk1061]

"favorite, durable, affordable" - While I love your enthusiasm, it's a stretch to say it's durable as you haven't even tried it yet. And it's your favorite already! Affordable but is it a good value with dogbones and plastic links? I think it would be a lot more competitive at $300 since since it's mostly a Deadbolt and the competition offers a lot more now for less money. But I am very encouraged that Axial is releasing newly designed products. It's great for the competition and the category.

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

I’m familiar with almost every component of this truck already, so I can pretty conservatively say I’m confident in my perception of it. The plastic links are nice quality for being plastic, I’ve ran them at length on my Honcho. The competition does have a $300 truck but saying it offers more is subjective as the quality and durability are questionable.

[@bigchungus-oj8zz]

I kept seeing this video, but the 1.9 just didn't click. I thought you built a 1.9 version.. I thought, wtf is he doing? Really excited about this rig. Easy to see you Love it. I was thinking that maybe Axial, with all the ownership changes, the China debacle and more, had seen its best days.. I still believe.

[@bobaque70]

Not sure why they didn't call it a SCX10 3.has color of wraith,bout it. it looks too much like a dead bolt mixed with vanquish vs4.what next a wroncho?,possibly a axial motor home since everyone converting vintage Tonka?possibly scale leaf spring vehicle?atleast Horizon and Axial are listening too customer/consumer wants and demands.i did purchase the can am and immediately removed the dynamite electronics and made brushless with micro savox and Castle micro mamba setup.

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

The SCX10 is the chassis, the Wraith is the name of this chassis. This will be a massive success.

[@mmmasterscross7915]

Love video review! Great Job! Very interesting and informative! Thanks Harley!

[@juantabby4787]

Good informative video. Hope to see it running.

[@leorybrownoldestrckidintow6760]

How does the ground clearance at the skid plate compare to a SCX10 ii, with the same height tires? I really like the orange paint on the outside of the body with the inside painted silver so, the trail rash will make the truck look more like a custom aged body.

[@wyattbarnes5536]

Liking those chrome wheels!

[@TwinStickCrawlers]

Hmm hopefully they make a kit, I wonder if the older wraith interior will fit.

[@bigchungus-oj8zz]

Nice shot Axial, what a nice shot MAN!... get the Filter reference.. I hoped so..

[@cherokee1995]

Stoked, they did a good job on this.

[@barajastony0]

Just got the Honcho ,it's coming this Saturday. What's the first thing to upgrade?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

I have a 16 week series on it, start by watching that.

[@JK-qv8sv]

Servo, beadlocks, suspension links? The upgrades are seemingly endless!

[@barajastony0]

@@JK-qv8sv I was going to start with what I already have which is a servo, 15mm hex extension and heavier shock oil.

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

Stay away from wideners, that’s a poor choice. Extra width is not needed.

[@barajastony0]

@@HarleyDesignsInc I see , I'll save them for something else. Thanks for the help

[@moosejawrc]

Think $330 would of been better price pount (not much valur with dogbones, plastic links and that radio). BUT I love it. It is made to be upgraded/personalized.

[@humblerc841]

thanks for the info josh

[@ozzyg82]

I’ve struggled to find a supplier for this vehicle in the UK ☹️

[@iadubber]

Yep, now I'm gonna have to get one!

[@blackbirdrc8348]

I found it funny that tower hobbies put out an ad for the original 2.2 wraith when this was released ... I asked and apparently there are rumors of an updated 2.2 wraith down the pipeline ... makes sense they would want to move as many of the old 2.2 wraiths before releasing a new version ... keep an eye out

[@bearbergmann2782]

Thanks. Are you going to do a budget upgrade series on this? Also, any word on a kit version?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

Probably just a regular upgrade series on this one.

[@tinyrcguy]

do you know if you can run a 3s 120c battery on the stock electronics?

[@XSRCdesign]

I’m pretty excited for this one.

[@hwy1rc]

Axial knocked it out the park

[@andyrichey1192]

Josh question do You have a part number for that adapter for the battery

[@dawson91b]

Finally an axial I want to buy.

[@blackbirdrc8348]

Hows the steering throw with the dogbones up front?

[@blakedenley3792]

Will the 1.9 inner fenders fit in the old wraith?

[@rcdabbler]

Man! If my lhs has an orange one in stock I might have to pick it up, but I just purchased a TRX-4 Sport kit two days ago. Bad timing!

[@rgilerc7700]

For your bank account! Have fun!

[@fr8cture]

I'm so happy they didn't bring the old bumper to this truck.

[@Muddauber7]

Fantastic! Thanks for the review!

[@beenrudy]

How much? Kit version coming too maybe? Kit would be nice.

[@brazwewn]

Never got the original Wraiths. This is much more interesting to me.

[@justintynan2435]

I pre ordered mine, my son (6 years old) confiscated mine from me about 3-4 years ago. I now get to have a 1.9 version.

[@mikej8832]

Battery connector is a let down since all my batteries are Deans for my other 2 Axial rigs

[@HBGEB]

Just buy r build an adapter 👍

[@mikej8832]

@@HBGEB true but more connections mean more resistance tho

[@davidspinney7344]

Snip!

[@RemotelyCultured]

How does it compare to the 10.2 in terms of overall performance?

[@oldsjunkie1]

Looks like basically the same truck with a proprietary body mounting system and V8 engine cover?

[@hanau73]

Is the cage of the 1.9 and 2.2 Wraith the same?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

Only a few pieces.

[@ArielsSmartyPants]

Nice, best rig from Axial since the CRC :)

[@zaxpage9003]

I really like the scale details. I don't like the fact they didn't put a metal frame under that sweet body. Which may disqualify it for some scale comps.

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Except for the Dynamite ESC.... This is a Winner! Yeah, I'd really love to have one. We all know that story........ I'm hoping that the COOL Receiver Box will be available separately. My old Wraith would LOVE it! Carmine 🚂 🚙

[@bradcowart5044]

Very cool!

[@rcf1x301]

Great movie, great review 👍🏻

[@mrcarrot714]

See you at Corona Del Mar Josh 🤘🏻🤙🏻

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

I’m hoping to run there Monday.

[@nsvaluto48328]

I wanted to see your review on this wraith 1.9 cause I entered to win. just I have a fs-gt5 6ch with 20 models memory want use that radio I swap receiver

[@year1camaro]

Love it. Pretty much a deadbolt but I dig it

[@peterrcbasher]

YES

[@michaelharvey2537]

I want one with a hurt dig! Guess I'll need a new trans case?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

Yes you’ll need a trans case and motorplate.

[@yonicozac]

Does it drives any different than a deadbolt lets say?

[@patrolmaverick]

What's under the body??

[@lylekehrer6159]

That's a nice looking body, I like the scoops on the hood. Do you think that would fit into the Deadbolt or Deadbolt ll? Or are the body mount pins completely different?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

It’s made for this cage, it won’t sit on a Deadbolt.

[@lylekehrer6159]

@@HarleyDesignsInc Well that sucks! I do like that body style. I reckon I'll just have to save up several months and break down and get one!

[@vlozity]

i really want this!

[@tekinhotwire2512]

It later on they're going to upgrade the parts turns to vanquish or any market parts but if you will wait to save your pennies..get the parts one by one that has upgrades already so nothings gonna waste ..no meed to buy rtr or a kit get them all upgrades parts 🤜🏻

[@incrediblemack8745]

I should build mine back up

[@robertshibata6125]

Would you take this over a yeti?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

For me, absolutely yes.

[@tumtuber]

Be awesome if this came in kit form

[@braddahdussifyoumuss596]

I’m buying one today!!!

[@visionary_rc7987]

I can’t believe they’re discontinuing this truck! I may have to pick one up 🤔

[@henkiepda]

between this and the spawn? thanks

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

One is 1.9 and one is 2.2. I would chose the 1.9 personally.

[@johnroddy931]

I want one ASAP

[@Mrrootsfull]

Do you buy everything yourself? Or do brands/shops send you stuff for free? Honest answer please

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

Well, you know I’m reviewing a car that you can’t even buy yet right? 😁 Of course companies send me parts and trucks, more than I’m able to use really. But I also spend thousands of dollars a month on parts for the channel, so there is a big mix.

[@Mrrootsfull]

Harley Designs, Thank you for youre honest answer. Do you think that the fact that you get a lot of stuff for free influences the outcome of reviews and tests? Please don’t get me wrong! I just like to know if i can trust youre reviews. What happens if you give a bad product a review that is not positive for the brand? Do they listen and take you serious or do they never send anything again and think that there are enough other channels and they can do without you. For instance, did you get the Gmade BOM for free or did you buy it? Again, i am just straight forward and trying to get things clear.

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

I’ve given many products I got for free a bad review as well and sometimes they don’t like it and stop sending free items. Axial didn’t like me at times as well. I’ve had to buy recent Axial products like the Raw Builders Kit, and so on. Any significant channel is likely to be supported. I’ve been in the rock crawler side of the hobby since it started, I’ve worked in it for years and know it backwards and front. I purchased the BOM, it’s an OK truck. Not great, just OK. I wouldn’t buy another personally.

[@Mrrootsfull]

Harley Designs, Thank you very much for youre honest reply. Lot’s of kudo’s for that!! I really appreciate it a lot! I will subscribe now i know that i can expect true reviews and opinions from you.

[@BushmanofYukon]

Awesome!

[@josesantiago2705]

Can I go full speed with this rc?

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

What do you consider full speed?

[@dragonflyjoyride]

Great review! Nice looking rig! So this looks like it will be a C3 class 3? Because it doesn’t have TVP’s... or a start to a new class. I still like it and might get one if they come out in kit version. Thanks Josh! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@HarleyDesignsInc]

I suppose, but I don’t think SORRCA class matters at all to them, as this wouldn’t be my choice for a C3.

[@dragonflyjoyride]

Harley Designs thanks for your thoughts on this. I was only wondering. ✌🏼

[@DeadnCold]

Looks great. But I gotta wonder, is this the death of the 2.2 truck from Axial?

[@dirtberger4533]

Great Truck, it sweet. 👍. Good job Axial/ Horizon 🏁🏁🏁.

[@PhoenixRCCrawler]

I as in such a rush to order one I forgot to leave a like. Lol

[@bsfunk44]

Would rather have a 1.9 bomber but this is cool

[@Howard31982]

Budget build off? PLEASE!

[@dirtberger4533]

I hope they make a kit version of this truck, pretty please with ice cream on top.😀👍👍. Anyone else think so?

[@coltn2k398]

What’s the price

[@kinslersrccustoms6945]

Do you know what the $ will be?

[@PhoenixRCCrawler]

Troi Woytenko 369 on tower hobby

[@QuadDamageFPV]

It's lovely, but so different from the 2.2, as we shall now call it. Nice heads-up 👍

[@tekinhotwire2512]

Do the same thing whatever it's rtr or a kit axial do the same axle only the rollcage they've change But looks good another bugging rig ☝️🤘🏻

[@bucksrcworld8119]

truck is cool, would want to dye the diff covers black, and black out the wheels and send it!

[@brsrc759]

Looks good but I find it sad that they use that half-ass interior and no beadlocks still

[@xr70man]

I remember the days when all axial kits came with beadlocks sad to see them no included anymore and this truck would be great if it was a kit not rtr

[@stratobungle]

Question for ya, Harley - are you able to tell if the panel graphics are removable decals? I wouldn't even need to buy a clear body if i could strip the black one down and add my own detailing... And - are ya gonna add the molded plastic twin scroll turbos that come with it under the hood?

[@rcdabbler]

Team RRC2 The decals are removable. I just bought the orange one from my lhs, earlier today.

[@jaredphipps3757]

Hey what ever happened to this build?

[@alex4x4xtremrc58]

you do not show almost anything of the car, only what is visible and the front

[@year1camaro]

check out hemistorm he has it up and he does a better review every time

[@medievalpossum6504]

I prefer the one piece to. My two piece spun till I bought f9s

[@FattyMattyG46]

Wraith 1.9= Take some old parts, use customer ideas, morph a spawn and deadbolt body, add even more rubbery plastic, and bam 💥 New product! I’m the 1% that’s really disappointed. Give us something new and different Axial, not something that’s been done 4yrs ago.

[@oldsjunkie1]

Yeah, with Horizon at the reins Axial is probably not going to start blowing it out of the water again unfortunately...

[@robertg.tibelljohansson7869]

@vitriol or debate if you want a 1/8 scale check the Traction hobby crawlers they are 1/8 scale.

[@blackbirdrc8348]

Yeah I agree ... Axial's offerings are just out-shined by other rigs these days. Other manufacturers just offer more quality and value out of the box. Just look at the deadbolt and honcho compared to a gen8 and trx4 sport. Who wants to upgrade to metal links and transmission gears right outta the box?

[@lrburns4]

Lol why so negative