HBX 901a VS 16889a PRO. Which is best?

[@cjg28]

Really helpful and enjoyable video! Great work!!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks bro!! Really appreciate it!!

[@cjg28]

@@DerbyCityRC no problem bro! I’m after a truck which is tough and doesn’t require much repairing, for under $150. Would the 16899a pro be the best bet?

[@DerbyCityRC]

I would say yes. It’s a mini monster!!

[@cjg28]

@@DerbyCityRC you were 💯 right! I’ve had it over a month now and it’s been awesome! I love it. Absolutely bullet proof. I want to get a similar kind of rc car for around $60 for my nephew. Any recommendations at all? Thanks 😊

[@DerbyCityRC]

Glad you like it! Definitely a great truck! I think for $60-$70 I would recommend this one. For me Amazon shows it at $69 plus a 15% off coupon. I do have a review video on it. It’s probably my favorite car under $80. Roughly the same size, but not as fast. It has 2 small brushed motors. Thanks 👍👍

[@keithyp8427]

Great video, I've just ordered the 901A. First RC Car I've had since I had a grass hopper 30+ years ago, can't wait.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Super exciting!!!

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Haha! Brilliant comparison between these two bad boys! You can’t go wrong with either of these, but you can go more right with the 1/16th rig. Pound for pound one of the best budget Rc’s out today! Great fun, educational overview bud!💥👊🏼💯😊

[@DerbyCityRC]

Couldn’t agree more!! Thanks!! 😎😁👊👍

[@patmarcus172]

Great job Evan and family. You know how much I love my 901a and it’s been more durable than yours (tho yesterday I couldn’t run it due to an all-new, worrying Noise) but I too would hand the medal for indestructibility to the 1/16 vehicle. Our fc600 (that’s the Truggy version of the “pro” for anyone not familiar) just won’t quit and it gets crashed a lot and “sent” off any and every available skatepark ramp. Total damage since new - one cracked body shell, one slightly bent rear dog bone.

[@DerbyCityRC]

I know you love it! It’s fun with bigger tires just doesn’t handle our style lol It’s odd the metal parts in that car seem weaker than their other cars. The 2995 and our three 1/16 scales just love the abuse!!

[@bradsrcsmore3848]

I had to revisit this. It's great to see an action packed video, with great info too! I also love it when all the issues come out. Again, great video Evan and I am so glad to see you and Max out having a blast!!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks Brad!! That means a lot! 🙏😎

[@williamperri3437]

Never seen anyone love front flips as much as you! I can say I would save a lot of crashes with my 6s Typhon in the past with front flips.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Front flips are challenging! The more potential for damage means a more satisfying land! (If you land it 🤣)

[@williamperri3437]

@@DerbyCityRC Show off!

[@mlord692]

I have the normal version of the pro and wanted to get one. In my search for it, I saw the 901a and started looking for reviews. Landed on this video and I think I'm gonna go ahead and buy the pro truck.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Glad you found this! Good choice! Both great vehicles, but the pro wins almost all categories except size lol

[@zarccarsandothertoys.572]

I suggest to please make up your own chassis brace for the 901A, or a reinforcement aluminium strip on the bottom. It is a siily thing that they seem to have overlooked making the 901A, almost like it was done on purpose ...

[@DerbyCityRC]

I agree. With a little bit more R&D, they could have made it superior.

[@adidas8121]

I really enjoyed to watch this video!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@foxlyfe5175]

16889A is a complete BEAST!!! Way better then any 16 scale I’ve ever had by 10

[@DerbyCityRC]

Yes! Completely agree! My favorite car under 1/12 scale for sure!!

[@andrealves1250]

Excellent analysis. I really enjoy watching your videos but I'm new to the channel. I was looking for the replacement for my eachine eat11 and I'm in doubt between the hbx 901a or the hbx 16889 pro. I like jumps and dirt and the more hits I can take without breaking the better. Keep up the great videos🤩.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks!! Hopefully this has helped with your decision!

[@shonjensen5759]

Thanks for all the info, u do a great job of that, will u be doing a review on the 903a?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks!! I’d like to, but at this time I have not ordered one yet.

[@The_Jet_Truggy]

Fantastic video, great comparison!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks!

[@phillybrc]

Job well done man!! You re close to 1k subs!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks man! Yes right around the corner! 😎😎👍

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

About to make a brushed 16889 into a full fledged 16889a pro!! Without waiting on the mail

[@DerbyCityRC]

😃

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

Yo. The outcast v2 is all that!! I mean you like Flippin ain't!!!!

[@DerbyCityRC]

I’m considering getting one soon 👍👍👍

[@marcusicp]

Good information. Thanks!

[@DerbyCityRC]

You’re welcome!

[@bradsrcsmore3848]

Great video! I love your choices to compare!!! I have the 16889A Pro too. I shrink wrap the CVD ends and that keeps my pins from coming out, I sure did have it happen too! 🤣 One other thing I use for it is I go with a 1300 2s 100c battery. It really gives it more very insane punch all the way to top speed! it's crazy the way it is and this just kicks it to a new level! I don't have a 901a so that I cant comment on that one 😞(In the future that may need to happen 🙂 )

[@DerbyCityRC]

Yup, I’ll be best shrinking those for sure! I can’t tell if the pins are breaking or if centrifugal force is loosening the pin springs and allowing them to fly out! Springs are always in tact with no sign of the pins! 😂

[@bradsrcsmore3848]

@@DerbyCityRC I have had it happen many times too! It stopped it for me anyways LOL!

[@DerbyCityRC]

Awesome!!

[@stanmerck8242]

Your reviews are great, you cover so much and still lots of action too! I see the 16889a PRO listed with different specs if it's not an HBX version? Are the HBX versions sold on Banggood different than all the ones on ebay just listed as 16889a PRO? The motor specs are listed as 3700kv vs 3800kv? Wonder if the shocks and everything else is the same?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks I appreciate that! I know there are different brands, like Flyhal, that sell this with different body shells. As far as I know they are the same, shocks too. But I don’t have any of the others so I cant be sure. I’m sure whichever one you got, you would love it. Definitely fantastic trucks!!

[@stanmerck8242]

@@DerbyCityRC Thanks for the info! Again thank you for covering the smaller budget friendly stuff. I've got an old 1/8th scale nitro truggy converted to brushless but I run out of yard quick with that thing.

[@DerbyCityRC]

You’re welcome! I know the feeling! Can’t really full throttle my Kraton or my cheetah at all. Of course the cheetah breaks almost anytime it goes beyond half throttle anyway 🤣

[@frednel4326]

Man... i cringe every time i watch you guys driving these cars to destruction lol 👀, hitting those curbs and cement edges and ramps will break even the best rc cars out there, but by watching your videos i can see what cars are worth getting so thanks for that bro ✌

[@hibouhibou1027]

Hello! Awesome comparison, thank you! Just got my 16889a pro today and can't wait to try it! Did the URGENEX battery fit in this car? My guess is that it is a bit over the servo no?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks!! It’s a great truck! You can make that battery fit, but yes it does go over the servo. I usually add foam in the tray first 👍👍

[@rcocm]

Excellent informative video dude, great cars too 👌🔥🔥💪💪💪

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks!!

[@rcocm]

@@DerbyCityRC love your channel man... great to see it getting bigger & better and is always evolving 👌 I regularly binge watch 😅 Keep it up dude... it must be hard work! 💪💪

[@rcocm]

16889a pro is my choice all day 💪❤💪

[@DerbyCityRC]

💯!!

[@islandrc-duke1972]

Cool rc's and great comparisons, great video

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks bro!!

[@nandgates8204]

hey DC, i'm looking to get a well built, mainly metal parts 1:16 or larger RC truck, but the trim needs to go down to a very low speed setting. The slower the better! apologies for the strange sounding request, it's for a friend's art project.

[@DerbyCityRC]

When you say metal, do you mean drivetrain or suspension? I don’t know too many with metal suspension cuz they tend to be less durable that way

[@nandgates8204]

@@DerbyCityRC yes I just mean as much metal as possible but not parts which tend to be plastic for mechanical reasons. Thank you 😊

[@nandgates8204]

Also the car body i will probably replace

[@DerbyCityRC]

One of my favorites is the HBX 2996a. It’s super tough and awesome I’m pretty much every way lol. Metal drivetrain, center differential, plastic where it counts! I beat it up in my review!

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

Yepper. Gettin a pro jawn!!!! Gonna change the esc though!! So i can use my dumbo

[@DerbyCityRC]

Nice! Dumbos are great!!

[@dimalranasinghe8152]

Thank you very much.

[@DerbyCityRC]

You’re welcome!!

[@anisghil]

Hello, what is the length of the schocks for 16889 please? Does a 80mm shocks will fit ? Thank you

[@duanellamas87]

Would you prefer these over the wltoys 104009 & 104019? I have a ten year old that is ready to move on from his maisto baja beast. Looking for something with higher ground clearance and 4x4. Thanks. Great content 👌

[@DerbyCityRC]

Good question, however I don’t have either of those WL toys models. What I can say for sure, is that the 16889a pro will be 10x more durable than anything WL toys. Really almost anything at all. I truly don’t think you can go wrong with that choice! I’m super glad you like the content! Also, using the link in our video description helps the channel out a bit. Much appreciated, thanks so much!!!

[@mw7145]

Did you end up trying the upgrades on the 16889 you mentioned? I couldn't find the video. I ended up getting the Haiboxing 168090SA, the pro model plus an upgraded esc.

[@DerbyCityRC]

This is the upgrades video I did. Very different but so awesome. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2rUm4ywnrdkodksi=kOg3F8RRyQu1lWUi I also have the 16890sa and there’s a recent video I did on it. Great car as well!

[@mw7145]

Thanks for the link, very cool project!

[@Ezio470]

youtube title is wrong...you wrote 26889a

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thank you! Fixed it 👍

[@villesalmi899]

Hi! Nice vid man, helps a lot :) Im going to buy 901a. About the bigger batterys u linked in description. Amazon says dimensions are 70*34*17mm . Can u check is this accurate? I would just check if i find fitting ones on local shops 🤔 thanks.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks I’m glad it helps! Unfortunately we are in the middle of moving and most of our batteries are packed up somewhere. I’ve checked a couple of their measurements and usually are pretty close.

[@villesalmi899]

@@DerbyCityRC allright thanks. And looks im gonna go with maverick quantum plus xt flux 3s, its on good sale. Should be better quality product than 901a?

[@DerbyCityRC]

You’re welcome! I can’t be sure, I don’t have one 😀

[@villesalmi899]

@@DerbyCityRC haha sry mixed u with someone else 😅 its ordered now anyways 😎⚡

[@DerbyCityRC]

Sweet!!

[@hunainyounas5678]

A better video plan Mjx hypergo vs 16889Apro Mjx hypergo brushless vs 16889A pro

[@DerbyCityRC]

I have a brushless HyperGo on order and this will be done eventually lol

[@FishHardGetLucky]

What accessories have you bought for your 16889a pro and where did you get the parts? Thank you

[@DerbyCityRC]

I get alot of my parts from Amazon, Banggood, pxtoysrc.com, and Haiboxing-hobby.com

[@raymondyeo168]

Hi! What shock oil weight would you recommend if you don't want the truck bouncing off too much when landing from jumps?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Good question! I recently tried 50 wt in another truck just like the 16889a pro. Worked well, but for real big jumps I think I’m gonna try for 80.

[@raymondyeo168]

@@DerbyCityRC Thanks for the tip! I’m getting my end of next month so I’m tinkering with the thought of changing the shock oil..

[@DerbyCityRC]

Awesome! You’re welcome!

[@tony_car]

Hello great videos if get 2 or 3 of the same RC cars for my self and kids can they all be used at the same time? Or will there be interference

[@DerbyCityRC]

No you should be good to use them all, you just need to make sure that one car/remote pair are turned on at a time. We have used cars at the same time that take the same controller, just not the exact same car.

[@williamperri3437]

I wonder if LC racing Truggy shocks would fit well. I got a huge bill since I returned the HBX MT and I may hold out on the PRO. I had zero issues with keeping the body on the brushed. Def lost some pins though.

[@DerbyCityRC]

No one likes those big bills!! 😅 Yup, pins do not like staying in that truck lol

[@patmarcus172]

Yes. They would. They’d be a very sensible upgrade. I’m using the LC Racing springs on both my Pro and 901a

[@DerbyCityRC]

Awesome! May get a set!

[@kuyajayyoutubechannel5389]

I have 3s lipo battery 11.1v 2500mah 30c can I use 3s lipo battery 11.1v 5200mah 35c is that ok to use or I hope u answer my question thanks.

[@DerbyCityRC]

I think you will have trouble fitting a 5200 mah battery in either one of these, but I haven’t had the best luck with 3s on those cars. It makes them both glitch a little bit and I do believe in ruined the esc on my 901a

[@pesonaindonesiacs]

Jumpa pertama kalinya kawan

[@DerbyCityRC]

Glad you found us! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@RieklinRideR]

handling and landing is the same? cause aesthetically i like the 901a more

[@DerbyCityRC]

They’re pretty similar in handling. The longer wheel base helps the 901a, but the tires are pretty bad on my opinion. I think overall the 16889a handles better too, but probably not by much.

[@fairulm4184]

Man.. these guys. The only test not done is a baseball bat while the cars in the air. The Slipknot test.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Lol. I actually do have an idea for my son to throw balls at the cars in mid air lol. Great minds! Someone else has already said he may be the next Slipknot percussionist!! 🤣😎👍👍

[@alexs5826]

hey, I got also a 901a. did the new esc fix the delay from driving forward? iam pretty new to rc...the 901 has 35c esc if iam correct, could I run a other lipo with 60c? or did this melt my esc?😅 greetings and keep up the good work

[@DerbyCityRC]

Yes, the esc repair was actually in a different 901a video and it did fix it! 👍 60c should be just fine, just keep it at 2s/ 7.4 volts. Thanks so much!

[@alexs5826]

@@DerbyCityRC alright thx for answering 👍

[@DerbyCityRC]

You’re welcome!

[@childerenofgod]

Hi. I bought a hyper go h16bm. But I was wondering if the erevo 1/16 would be better or worse than what I bought. Thank u

[@DerbyCityRC]

Unfortunately I don’t own any traxxas vehicles yet. So can’t say for sure, but the hyper gos are definitely solid choices!

[@VitoldVoldemarovich]

Hello friend! I heard somewhere that metal differential parts, gearwheel and pinions are the same(the numbers of parts are not the same) for both models but for 901 cost less. Only metal shaft is longer on 901. I haven't both cars to check this, but could you please check and say if it is true? This can save some money for comunity.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Can’t necessarily remember. I would think they would have the same part number so possibly not, however, I am pretty sure the diffs themselves are the same.

[@bodom321]

Hey! Did you confirm that 901 metal parts fit 16890? Need to upgrade mine, but as you mentioned, 901 parts are cheaper and easier to find :)

[@DerbyCityRC]

@bodom321 I have not, myself. I know the driveshaft and axles will be different. The actual differentials might, but I have not confirmed. Seriously though, just do this project: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2rUm4ywnrdkodksi=v6IS-SSEqgkH-hHc

[@bodom321]

@@DerbyCityRC thanks for reply even under such old video! Unfortunately I don't have place, tools or skills for such project (yet!). I've got fully assembled 16889 diffs at bargain price, but they don't sell the metal pinions separately. I will try 901 spur gear as it comes with 2 pinions already and looks same as 16889. BTW I also got Q117 after your recommendation, what an awesome and fun car! When my father in law tried it, he just wouldn't give the remote back! He ran the full 3500mAh battery on it! 🤣. That's why I need to upgrade my 16889 😁

[@DerbyCityRC]

@bodom321 just take some practice! Glad you like the Q117! Definitely one of my favorite small scales!!

[@williamperri3437]

I wonder if the Redcat Dukono MT wheels would work on the 901? They are a lot bigger but light. I have not seen the 901 in person though.

[@DerbyCityRC]

I’m sure there is a way to make them work if they didn’t fit initially!

[@williamperri3437]

@@DerbyCityRC They are REALLY good tires. I just realized I don't think you have a Kaiju!!!??? Crazy bang for the buck and crazy tough. I still love the MT10E more though.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Nope, no Kaiju! Maybe one day 😎

[@zarccarsandothertoys.572]

To me there is no comparison price wise over here, the 901a is waayyy more expensive than the 16889! I can even buy a brushed 16889 and buy a brushless upgrade kit for it and I will still pay less for it than for the 901a, Shocking!!!

[@DerbyCityRC]

The video is about the 16889a PRO with brushless and metal upgraded parts. It may be different in some areas and from different sellers, but on Banggood the price difference is pretty minimal. That will fluctuate depending on the promotional prices but the price shouldn’t be too big of a factor between these two. Either way, I agree the 16889a pro is the best choice!

[@zarccarsandothertoys.572]

@@DerbyCityRC I ordered a 16889A brushless from Aliexpress today, it really sucks to live in a banana republic, so many sellers on Bangood seems to have lost a lot of revenue shipping to South Africa to unscrupulous fraudsters, so they simply stopped shipping their goods here. You will simply not believe the vast amount of sellers who simply don't ship WLToys here! So the best I could to here was to order my little brushless 16889A and then upgrade it to the pro version. I will be so happy if someone can do an in detail information video on what the upgrades are to get it to Pro status. However from what I have seen is that the one I ordered is also a pretty awesome little truck in it's own right. My son and I are just so over it to get slow and boring toy grade stuff that if it breaks, all you can do with it is to strip it for parts ...

[@Van_City]

Nice comparison, the 16889a would be my choice👍💯

[@DerbyCityRC]

Much more solid car!! Still can’t beat the upgraded 2995, though! 😉😉

[@Kamil-nz1zb]

Great video! @Derby City RC is it possible to add link with coupon on HBX901A with three batteries ?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks! Actually yes, there is one. Her you go! www.banggood.com/custlink/Gm3hkgcgNc Code: BG92df27

[@Mikey23058]

Is the 901a good if you don't do high jumps like you do? Normal bashing on grass or sand

[@DerbyCityRC]

Ya I think so. It’s a pretty good platform. Check out my review on the 903a, which is similar but comes with somewhat better tires. Or for an even better car, check out my HBX 2996a video.

[@Mikey23058]

@@DerbyCityRC i can order the 901a with discount now for 114€ delivery in 7 days. I already watched all your reviews from the cars 😅 i have a few wltoys, 2 zroad cars here and 2 arrma's, the 901a would be the first hbx

[@DerbyCityRC]

Sweet! I definitely am a fan of HBX! 👍👍👍

[@Mikey23058]

@@DerbyCityRC the hbx 901a is ordered, will arrive this week 😁

[@DerbyCityRC]

Sweeeeet!!!

[@Luigi-mv1vv]

Where do you buy the spare parts from?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Pxtoysrc.com or Haiboxing-hobby.com 👍👍

[@yochillll2672]

Can the pro do burn outs/ drifts like the 901?

[@DerbyCityRC]

It can, but I’d say the 901a does better burnouts.

[@japyoo2248]

16899a is the same as 16899a pro?

[@DerbyCityRC]

No the “pro” has metal drive parts and a bigger motor.

[@gamesdeep8500]

I know this is a older video but what is better out of HBX 902a or DEERC 9200E?

[@DerbyCityRC]

They’re pretty close to the same size. The 9200e may have a slight advantage on size. Even with the 901a being one of the least durable hbx cars, I do think overall it’s a little better. Sticking with that size of car, you can’t beat the hbx 2995 or the flyhal fc610. They’re essentially the same car. Not quite as fast but much more durable and controllable. Also easy to upgrade and make awesome. I have several videos on these.

[@gamesdeep8500]

@@DerbyCityRC ah okay, just being in the UK I am limited on options, I'm looking around that price range. I have a 1/18 hbx ratchet which they don't sell anymore and it's brilliant but I want something larger with oil shocks and metal diff as standard

[@DerbyCityRC]

I would go this route if looking for durability: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHjHq4ClbqyDfNk That should be able to ship to you from Banggood. If you havent yet, check out my latest video on the HBX 2995 from 3-4 months ago, which is pretty much the same car, then you can see my initial review of the flyhal which is from maybe 1-2 months ago so you can see how it is. All metal driveline, oil shocks, etc. Hope that helps!

[@ferdinandmaier1070]

Hi! Do you know if there is a more powerful servo out there which i can use for the hbx16889 pro without changing any other part?

[@DerbyCityRC]

I believe there is, and I will be ordering it and putting it on a video, however, I cannot remember what it is right now. Lol!

[@ferdinandmaier1070]

@@DerbyCityRC Okay, i'm curious about that. Have a nice day.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Thanks, you too!!

[@renaul_megane_rs_2254]

What's the size of the tyres

[@DerbyCityRC]

The extra large tires I believe are 105 mm

[@daig1984]

Would the wheels from the 901 be good on the 16889?

[@DerbyCityRC]

Do you have the 16889a pro or the basic 16889a? Or the brushed?

[@daig1984]

@@DerbyCityRC I have the pro version and fly hall fc600 basically same

[@DerbyCityRC]

This wheels are not good on any car in my opinion lol. If I remember right, they may have been a little better than the stock size, but the ones I have on it in this video make it way better! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sISUoIGpl9t7hs0 Link to those wheels in the video description.

[@ferdinandmaier1070]

I got my 16889 pro today and you are right - no way to do a backflip with stock configuration. I am curious how you modify it to be able to do backflips.

[@DerbyCityRC]

Cool! Some slightly larger tires will do the trick. We use these on our 16890 which is a very similar truck and they work great. You may need to turn the steering rate down just slightly so it doesn’t rub the body when turning. Or you can add small wheel spacers or trim the body a little bit. But these tires make it much more fun! www.banggood.com/custlink/DDDdesft7t

[@OliFPV]

Yeeehaaaa 🤟 my Ravage also testing BigWheels 🤣🤣🤣 just upload it 💚😘💚🔥 lovely greetings and ceya 🍀

[@OliFPV]

Just strap the Lipo on the top of the Ravage middel shaft 🤟 so u can use 3000mAh 🤣🤣🤣🔥

[@DerbyCityRC]

That’s what I do! 🤣😉

[@wewsvideos6321]

How many times have you wiped the kids out with rc's?....lol Saw my grandson get taken out once, hilarious....lol

[@DerbyCityRC]

Quite a few times 🤣 Accidentally completely knocked Max’s feet out from under him with either my Kraton or Cheetah once. That’s bad news though, easily could have hurt him. But with the small cars, hilarious lol!!

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

I broke the jebus out of my 16890 i upgraded so everything is going into the 16889 .

[@DerbyCityRC]

Nice! How’s you break the 16890 so bad!??

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

The whole tower broke off of the diff case in the rear. LOTS of abuse!! I now have a 16889a pro though!! 👊

[@jjcrickpantsfranklin8087]

I got stories!!!! Waiting on a clear baja bug body for my granite!! What state are you in man?? Pa here

[@DerbyCityRC]

I’m in Kentucky! That Baja body will be awesome. I may get a mud bug body or my 144001 and turn it into a basher!

[@philiprccars4340]

The HBX is almost impossible to kill, especially the 1/16 scale one, just look how hard you have to work to break these: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6e3mmOqoq-haZI

[@DerbyCityRC]

I agree! Yes I have one of those mjx trucks ordered but it’s out of stock at the moment! 😭

[@philiprccars4340]

@@DerbyCityRC 🥲