CHEAP and AWESOME 1/10 Trophy Truck WHEN IT WORKS! - FTX Zorro

You guys have been asking for it so it's back!
This is the FTX Zorro 1/10 Budget Trophy Truck!
This thing is an absolute steal and is a great little beginner truck especially for those looking for something with easy access to spare parts!
Unfortunately I killed it again but it was still an impressive and enjoyable truck!
With some basic upgrades you will have a great time.
There is also a RTR Brushless version if you don't want to mess about doing a brushless conversion yourself.
Get the Brushed version here (UK): www.makeitbuil...
Get the Brushless version here (UK):www.makeitbuil...
This is not available in the US unfortunately but don't worry I have a great alternative for you and that is the ARRMA Senton 4x2.
Check out my Review of the Senton 4x2 here: • ARRMA's 2WD Slash KILL...
Check out my Beginners Guide to Lipo Batteries here: • LiPo Guide for RC Begi...
TomleyRC’s Review of the FTX Zorro: • Your First RC Car? Try...
What do you think of this cheap RC Trophy Truck?
I think it's awesome for the money. Not perfect but not too bad either!
I want to say a huge thanks to everyone who subscribes and thanks for the ongoing support. Not far off 20k now and that is insane! It is much appreciated!
See you on the next one!
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[@beyondRC]

What an awesome budget truck and yet again another great release from the guys at FTX. This isn't a new truck but its certainly still a great budget option for anyone looking to get into the hobby! Cheers for watching see you on the next one! #RoadTo20kSubs! 😎👍

[@roblowrie1969]

My son has a Zorro, and the motor only lasted 15 minutes, on its first run with a 2s lipo. The motor melted all the plastic parts round the armature, and seized up completely!! That's now running a Surpass Hobby system, and goes like a scalded cat!! I've got the brushless chassis, running a slightly higher KV system than my son's, and it's mental!! Given the weakness of FTX electronics, it's such a brilliant truck. If it breaks, it's really cheap to fix, and parts are easy to get hold of. There are also loads of upgrades for it, including loads of metal and carbon parts, like the chassis, suspension parts, etc. My 10yo absolutely loves it. 😎👍🏻

[@beyondRC]

They are decent little trucks Rob! with a cheap brushless you cant go wrong! Love it! :)

[@shadyhazza]

there's a 17T motor mount available for this - i think that comes as standard on the FTX Outlaw/VRX Octane XL, because of the bigger tires

[@RACEABLE]

Nice platform for experimentation with brushless systems

[@catcancrunch7260]

I sold my Zorro brushless, could not keep it on its wheels, kept rolling when I cornered, that being said it was fast. Thanks for your upload 👍🙏🐈

[@ozzyand6662]

It's all in the driving I found mind very stable

[@josesphdobie2897]

Also replaced the naf servo with 20kg Banggood special not just cos it was slow but cos the amount of times it’s been crashed into walls lamppost’s trees and hand rails whilst flying down 5 big steps AND me by my son 👊🏻🤣 the servo inside would probably not took it. This has been thrashed the body shell is the only thing that has sustained damage it’s cracked and battered but that in my lads words makes it look real/cool and of course SICK 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

[@John.lakesrc]

I swapped my Zorro brushless last year, every time I ran it something broke. If you do get one, buy a dusty motors dust cover. An essential first mod.

[@qrisemrc]

I think the performance is good even though it is a small size trophy truck. It was an interesting video.

[@wallacengineering8096]

I think because of the issues with electronics, the fact you can't get them in the USA, and limited Parts support, the more expensive Arrmas are the better choice. Not only is Arrma way better built as you said, you get the 2-year warranty which gives you piece of mind. The Arrma Boost 4x2 trucks are incredibly inexpensive if you want to spend as little as possible, or for the best all-rounder - A 3S BLX is the way to go, simply start on 2S LiPo and upgrade to a 3S battery when ready, no need to replace or upgrade electronics and you still get the fantastic Arrma warranty while being cheaper than Traxxas options. Arrma has been the king of 1/10th since the Version 3 trucks came out and I think they will continue to dominate the 1/10th market. The Big Rock has a cult following for a reason...

[@davidroberts6085]

I have one and love it . I am undecided about trying it on lipo as i dont have a big garden and only use it in the garden

[@ChiefRickyRC]

Sweet! I just got n made the $97 Laegendary version brushless. Top notch Truck! 👌 I want a Nitro now

[@madmatt2769]

Nice truck! Could be a Christmas present on the way 👍🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@marklewis8242]

It's interesting to see other people are having issues with electronics on these. I recently got one, and very quickly converted it to a brushless set up, but have now melted 2 escs in the thing. The first one was a silly kv motor on 3s, but the second one was with a 3100kv motor and a supposedly 120a esc on 3s, which I don't think should be too much of a strain, but it lasted about 5 minutes. Was quick AF though...

[@biggman100]

Actually, you can get these in the U.S., under the IMEX RC name. They sell both the brushed and brushless version as the IMEX Samurai 2.0.

[@cyborgbadger1015]

love my brushless Vantage, amazing for the money.

[@beyondRC]

100%

[@Luke-en2tk]

As you guys say it is a little over geared for a 15t motor out the box, best option is to stick a Fastrax 550t 21t motor in it. The Outlaw is worse with it's even bigger tyres

[@julianwillems2295]

Yes but I think getting a fan on. Is another good option, is it?

[@Luke-en2tk]

@@julianwillems2295 best two options are to change the motor or the gearing

[@julianwillems2295]

👍🏻

[@FrankvdBerg]

I run the oulaw on a brushless motor and stock gearing. Works perfect

[@shadyhazza]

I think its sold as VRX Octane Blast. the FTX Outlaw is a VRX Octane XL these are essentially banggood cars, just sold in your LHS

[@islandrc-duke1972]

cool rc and great information on it

[@beyondRC]

Thanks 👍

[@FrankvdBerg]

The motor cant handle a 2s lipo. The car needs a brushles set. Front stabilizers and home made rear stabilizer. I did that on my outlaw and it run so much better. Whitout stabilizer it lifts 1 front wheel of the ground and keeps rolling over. Since its the same platform i would recommend doing this.

[@ayubmaruf3074]

Can you review a popular 1/10 cheap (around 80-90$) rc car xinlehong 9125? Or do you have a review of something similar? I really like your review and want to know your opinion of it before buying it or some other offroad rc.

[@mark-1rc502]

I killed the brushed motor too easily on 3s😮

[@KkommA88]

Isn't cold actually good for electronics? I mean, electronics get cooled, so the conditions should be better, not worse? Oo

[@beyondRC]

Sure but the added friction of the thick snow, snow sticking to the truck etc generate more heat. Similar to running in thick grass that also stresses electronics massively. The electronics on these aren't great and many people have had issues. The chassis and truck itself is great. Cheers

[@williamperri3437]

Does it handle much more like a trophy truck than a short course truck? One of my biggest RC regrets is not buying the Losi Baja right when I could have got it for under 300 brand new a few years ago.

[@beyondRC]

feels a little top heavy but nothing too bad and very comparable to a normal SCT.

[@eliezeralonso7429]

You can make it handle like a trophy truck which is what I have done and I would say the suspension travel is compared to a Baja Rey once you tune it right. You can see the suspension movement which is incredible but the handling around corners isn't that great but for going fast and straight it is the best thing I have seen as well. Good luck mate!

[@williamperri3437]

@@eliezeralonso7429 nice to hear! Thanks for replying.

[@EJ-74]

Yeah you should've definitely gotten the Losi Baja. I'm sure it cost more but well worth it imo l. These are decent for the price though. Just needs a few adjustments few upgrades. Cheers ✌🏻

[@Moggmodels23]

Omg what wrong why is it smoking for mate 😳 great video and good information. I've got the same one has that I've upgraded it now to 4s its nuts and fast 😳😅

[@beyondRC]

awesome!

[@Millsy2024]

this 400 plus dollars in Australia so not cheap or budget for us but i like the truck

[@beyondRC]

i hear the prices are crazy over there at the moment!

[@sharkusd]

Put the Brushless again and do a new vídeo please 👌

[@beyondRC]

been done already and that vid is on my channel :)

[@BASHERSKINZ]

My girlfriend has the brushless version and I think it's much better with that chassis, awesome RC car for the money

[@beyondRC]

i agree 100%!

[@jayhow997]

Been looking at the Zorro brushless the other one using the carnage chassis, have you tried that one.

[@BASHERSKINZ]

my girlfriend has it, she refuses to use any of my other RCs as she loves the brushless Zorro

[@Luke-en2tk]

The brushless version uses it's own chassis it isn't the same as the Carnage chassis which is the weakest in the FTX range in my opinion

[@ChiefRickyRC]

Hey bro I did a review 2s,3s on the Amazon Laegendary Nitro short course version if you'd like to see

[@Lees_Media]

This was a terrible rc for me burnt out 3 motors and 2 escs

[@BASHERSKINZ]

did you run it on 3s?

[@Lees_Media]

No 2s at even that was only a dozen times

[@beyondRC]

I think its geared higher than it should be for the setup. Doesn't help its a fixed motor mount so fitting a small pinion isn't that easy.

[@Lees_Media]

@@beyondRC i think im just go brushless with it when i cant be bothered to dump more money in it. Has cost me a fortune in repairs already

[@jimmyarturi6325]

Nice masks. Lolololol

[@beyondRC]

Lol

[@josesphdobie2897]

I got one last year for a lad and dad thrash and smash it’s brilliant and strong as you like 🦾 and fairly easy to roll at full speed! BUT beware of the aly’ hop ups cos of the don’t fit properly - too short/long bearing won’t fit and body posts holes are too small for ftx body pins/clips so I had to use tamiya body clips.